Columbus State Black Alumni Council

10/14/2026

Congrats, Stefan! 🐾🎉

We want to say a big CONGRATS to Stefan Lawrence, one of our Class of 2024's 5 Under 40 recipients, for being recognized as Georgia Trend Magazine's Top 40 Under 40!

Check out his Georgia Trend's profile here: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=870416&p=30&view=issueViewer

Read his C&V 5 Under 40 profile here: https://issuu.com/columbusandthevalley.com/docs/linkedso24_cvm_lr/14

09/17/2026

Congratulations to the new Alumni Association President and six new members of the Board of Directors! CSU BAC is proud to see our own Marketing & Communications Chair, Eboni Thomas, among this outstanding group of leaders. Wishing them all a successful and impactful term!

The Columbus State University Alumni Association welcomes Michelle McIntire as its new president, along with six new directors joining its Board of Directors.

Representing three decades of CSU graduates with a wide range of professional backgrounds, these alumni bring valuable experience and leadership to our alumni community. 🎓

Join us in congratulating our new Alumni Association leadership! 👏

🔗Learn more about the new board members and Alumni Association: https://news.columbusstate.edu/posts/alumni-association-board-names-new-directors-president/

09/14/2026

Congratulations to Alexis (Alumni Association) and all our CSU representatives of Leadership Columbus!

Meet the Leadership Columbus Class of 2027!
The Columbus Georgia Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome 39 professionals from across our community to the 2026–2027 Leadership Columbus class!

Over the coming year, this group will learn, connect, and experience Columbus in new ways as they deepen their understanding of our community and strengthen their capacity to lead and serve.

Join us in congratulating the Leadership Columbus Class of 2027 as they begin their journey!

📰 See the class announcement in the latest issue of Columbus and the Valley Magazine:
Read the September/October issue: https://loom.ly/FMR_wCs

08/11/2026

Let the connections continue!!! The 🆕 Davidson Center is now open!

08/07/2026

CSU BAC welcomes the Class of 2️⃣0️⃣3️⃣0️⃣ to CSU! 🐾

07/04/2026

Wishing our alumni, students, families, and community a safe and Happy Independence Day, from the Columbus State University Black Alumni Council! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy, honor those who have served our nation, and reflect on the ongoing pursuit of liberty, equality, and opportunity for all.

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth from the Black Alumni Council of Columbus State University.

What Juneteenth traditions have you created with your family, friends, or community? Share your celebrations, reflections, and memories in the comments below.

05/25/2026

Sharing an important piece of history this Memorial Day.

Many are unaware that one of the earliest Memorial Day commemorations was organized by formerly enslaved African Americans in Charleston in 1865, where they honored fallen Union soldiers with a memorial procession and proper burials.

https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/first-memorial-day

A powerful reminder of the deep historical connection between remembrance, freedom, and service.

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https://www.nyhistory.org/video/the-first-memorial-day-with-david-blight

New-York Historical Scholar Trustee David Blight speaks about a Memorial Day celebration that took place on May 1, 1865.

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from the Columbus State University Black Alumni Council! Today, we celebrate the love of community, culture, mentorship, and excellence. Our alumni continue to pour into students, support one another, and uplift the Greater Columbus community.

Love is legacy. Love is service. Love is staying connected.

02/01/2026

Happy Black History Month from the Columbus State University Black Alumni Council!

This month, we honor the legacy, leadership, and excellence of Black trailblazers past and present. We are especially proud to celebrate those who have walked the halls of Columbus College and CSU and continue to make an impact in our communities.

Let’s reflect, uplift, and keep creating space for greatness.