FAQ's

What is Student Affairs?

Student learning and personal development are the goals of a college education. The Student Affairs departments and staff at Texas State University-San Marcos are committed to motivating and inspiring Texans to devote time and energy to educational activities, both in and outside the classroom, to lead productive lives and to acquire skills and abilities to deal effectively with major personal and professional challenges. Student Affairs programs and services contribute to the collaborative student retention goals of the University. The Student Affairs staff ensures student success and enhances student learning and development.

Who does Student Affairs Oversee?

Alcohol and Drug Resource Center

Campus Recreation

Career Services

Counseling Center

Dean of Students

Disability Services

Multicultural Student Affairs

Educational Talent Search

Rural Talent Search

Parking Services

Residence Life

Student Center

Student Health Center

Student Support Services

University Police Department

Upward Bound

What are the Policies we abide by?

The Student Affairs Policy and Procedure Statement (SA/PPS) system provides a standard format for communication of Student Affairs polices and procedures. The system provides a means for locating and identifying those policies and procedures that provide direction to Student Affairs departments. It also provides a means for review and revision to assure that Student Affairs policies and procedures reflect current practices.

For more information, see:
http://www.vpsa.txstate.edu/staff-resources/sa-policies-and-procedures.html

When and where is commencement?

Information on commencement can be reached through the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at

http://www.txstate.edu/academicaffairs/commencement/commencement.html

What do I need to know as a new Student Affairs staff member?

The Vice President for Student Affairs website has an area entitled “Staff Resources” that can be found at http://www.vpsa.txstate.edu/

How do you get involved with Student Organizations?

Co-curricular involvement serves to compliment the overall collegiate experience. The Student Organizations Office acts as your connection to many great opportunities through organizational involvement, leadership development and creating lifelong friendships.

For more information see http://www.studentorgs.txstate.edu/default.asp

What are the new marketing guidelines?

Texas State has a website designed to assist the individual (or department) with the proper university guidelines set up by University Marketing at http://umktg.txstate.edu/index.html

How do I get involved with the Masters in Student Affairs Program?

The mission of the Graduate Student Affairs Council (GSAC) is to provide professional development and offer a support structure for current and incoming graduate students studying or working in the student affairs field. GSAC provides social, professional, and academic opportunities to enhance the holistic development of the future of student affairs professionals. We uphold the ethics of the profession by promoting diversity and adhering to the Principles of Good Practice. See our website at http://www.vpsa.txstate.edu/common/articles/graduate-student-affairs-council.html

Who can I contact to find out additional information?

To obtain additional information, visit our contact page at http://www.vpsa.txstate.edu/about/contact-us.html