DEAN OF STUDENTS' OFFICE
The Dean of Students' Office seeks to support and advance the mission of Dalton State College. We aim to promote student engagement, learning, and development through intentional programming, support services, and resources. Your journey starts here!
CAMPUS RECREATION
Campus Recreation is housed in the Bandy Gymnasium and includes fitness equipment, locker rooms, fitness and wellness programs, personalized support and training, and Intramural Sports opportunities. Campus Recreation provides equipment to be checked out and has pickle ball and tennis courts available for use.
Intramural and Club/Spirit sports are also offered through Campus Recreation. Intramural sports or activities are played on the Dalton State campus between currently enrolled students, staff and faculty members. Club Sports/Spirit Sports are open to currently enrolled students who wish to support our current sports or athletic teams. Please reach out about current opportunities.
Access to our gymnasium and programming is free for enrolled students. Some fees may apply to alternate break trips or travel opportunities. The Bandy Gymnasium also hosts our Roadrunners Basketball Team on their court.
THE CARE TEAM
The Campus Assessment, Response, and Evaluation Team, also known as CARE, at Dalton State College engages in proactive and collaborative approaches to identify and assess students who are potentially distressed or may exhibit concerning behaviors. The CARE team is an interdisciplinary assessment group comprising faculty and staff. To ensure the well-being and safety of our students, please submit concerns via the online CARE Referral Form.
The goal of the CARE Team is to create a seamless experience for our students by providing resources to the appropriate campus experts and departments. We strive to provide confidential and supportive consultation through assessment, response, and evaluation regarding students who may be distressed or at risk.
Faculty, staff, and students are responsible for reporting incidents or concerns that can produce significant anxiety, fear, shock, or grief to other individuals. If any person poses an immediate risk of harm or violence to self or others, then contact Public Safety IMMEDIATELY (706-272-4461) or 911 and then file a CARE Team Report after the situation has stabilized.
COMMUNITY STANDARDS AND STUDENT OUTREACH
Community Standards & Student Outreach supports Dalton State College’s commitment to student success by promoting accountability, ethical decision-making, and access to institutional resources that help students progress toward their educational goals. The office collaborates with campus partners to address concerns that may affect student well-being, academic performance, or the learning environment.
Community Standards
The Community Standards function administers the Dalton State Student Code of Conduct and facilitates fair and educational processes for resolving alleged violations. The conduct process is intended to promote student learning, responsibility, and community expectations.
The office provides students with information on conduct procedures, consults with faculty and staff on behavioral concerns, and coordinates referrals when issues may affect student or community safety. Official communication regarding conduct matters is sent to students’ Dalton State email accounts, and students are responsible for monitoring their institutional email and responding as requested.
For more information, please call 706-272-2999 or visit the Community Standards webpage.
Student Outreach
Student Outreach services are available to assist students who may be experiencing barriers that could affect their ability to continue their enrollment or academic progress. A non-clinical case manager provides outreach, resource coordination, and referrals to campus and community services as appropriate.
The office also coordinates basic needs support initiatives, including the Birdfeeder Food Pantry, which offers supplemental food and personal care items to currently enrolled students. These services are intended to help reduce short-term challenges related to food access and other essential needs.
For more information, please call 706-272-4428 or visit the CARE & Student Outreach webpage.
CAMPUS ACCESSIBILITY/DISABILITY ACCESS
Dalton State offers a variety of options across campus to ensure an inclusive and accessible environment for all students. If you encounter or experience any accessibility barriers, please contact Disability Access in the Dean of Students Office.
Disability Access works to support students with qualifying temporary or permanent disabilities by providing academic and/or physical accommodations. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment to discuss their specific needs, and our office will work collaboratively to develop an individualized accommodation plan. Temporary disability parking permits may also be approved through this office. For more information, click here.
Disability Access provides a broad range of supports and services designed to make academic and campus life accessible, while encouraging students to develop self‑advocacy, empowerment, responsibility, independence, and personal growth. In accordance with BOR Policy 4.1.5, we provide equal access, not guaranteed success.
It is the student’s responsibility to voluntarily self‑disclose a need for accommodation to the Disability Access department in order to request reasonable academic and/or physical accommodations. Students are also responsible for submitting requests in a timely manner and for following the accommodation process established by the college. For more information, click here.
Emergency Evacuation Chairs
For individuals with physical or mobility impairments, emergency evacuation chairs are located at the top of designated stairwells across campus. These chairs allow for safe evacuation down stairwells in the event of an emergency or when elevators are out of service. Please contact Public safety at, 706-272-4461, for a list of emergency evacuation chair locations.
Inclusive Facilities
Dalton State College is committed to supporting all students, faculty, staff, and community members. Single-occupancy restrooms are located in each campus building and may be used by anyone. These restrooms can benefit individuals who require an attendant, parents or caregivers with differently gendered children, transgender and gender‑nonconforming individuals, and most are wheelchair accessible. Single-occupancy restrooms help provide a safer, more inclusive space for all Dalton State College students, faculty, staff, and community members.
A private lactation room is available in Westcott Hall and in the Pope Student Center. Please note that no lactation equipment or refrigeration is provided.
MEDICAL HEALTH SERVICES
The mission of the Student Health Center is to assist students in developing and maintaining good health and well-being by utilizing local and on-campus resources. Our center offers free in-person appointments to students currently enrolled at Dalton State College. Our health services focus on those acute illnesses and injuries common to most college students. Patients are seen by appointment ONLY. To schedule an appointment or ask questions about other services, please call 706-272-2532. We are located in the Health Professions Building, room 266.
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Dalton State's Mental Health Services department offers free and confidential mental health support services to currently enrolled students. Services offered include short‑term therapy, single‑session consultation, referrals, as well as campus education and outreach programming. Mental Health Services is housed within the Ken White Student Health Center, Health Professions Suite 266. For more information about available services and hours of operation, please visit Mental Health Services here.
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT & BELONGING
The Office of Student Engagement & Belonging (SEB) provides co-curricular (outside of the classroom) opportunities for students to connect with support networks, build community, develop leadership skills, serve others, and have fun.
SEB offers a variety of programs and experiences that support student involvement and growth. Students can participate in signature events like Weeks of Welcome (WoW), leadership development programs, student-led organizations (RSOs), paid leadership roles, and campus-wide events and workshops.
Students are encouraged to stay connected through DS Connect, Dalton State’s campus-wide engagement hub. DS Connect provides a comprehensive listing of events, student organizations, and volunteer opportunities. It also tracks your involvement, automatically building your co-curricular transcript.
The SEB office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and is located in the lower level of the Pope Student Center, Suite 121. Student Engagement & Belonging oversees the following areas:
Campus Programming & Events
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is a student-led organization that plans and hosts a variety of free events throughout the year for all students.
Homecoming is an annual tradition that brings together students, alumni, and the local community for a weekend of spirited events, including campus activities, athletic events, and the crowning of the Homecoming Court.
Students can view a complete list of upcoming events on the events page of DS Connect.
Community Engagement & Volunteerism
Students are encouraged to participate in service opportunities that support the Dalton community and beyond. These experiences help students develop leadership skills, build connections, and make a positive impact. You can find volunteer opportunities on the experiences page in DS Connect.
Fraternity & Sorority Life
Dalton State's Fraternity and Sorority Life community is small but mighty, featuring Alpha Kappa Lambda (AKL), Alpha Omicron Pi (AOII), and Alpha Sigma Tau (AST), where students build leadership, service, and lasting relationships. SEB oversees the administrative process of fraternities and sororities including oversight of all expansion opportunities in accordance with Board of Regents (BOR) Policy 4.1.4.
Game Room
The Game Room, located on the lower level of the Pope Student Center, offers a variety of recreational activities, including ping pong, billiards, electronic darts, and gaming systems. Hours of operation vary by semester.
Leadership Development
SEB provides programs and resources designed to help students grow as leaders, develop transferable skills, and engage meaningfully on campus and in their communities. The most popular structured experience is our Emerging Leaders Institute. The Emerging Leaders Institute is open to any currently enrolled Dalton State student with a 2.5 GPA or Higher! First-year students who have not, yet, received a GPA are still eligible to apply. Students will focus on self-discovery and developing their leadership capacity.
Student Government Association (SGA)
The Student Government Association represents the student body and advocates for student interests. The SGA President serves on the University System of Georgia (USG) Student Advisory Council.
Student Organizations (Clubs)
Dalton State offers a variety of Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) that allow students to explore interests, build community, and develop leadership skills.
Students can find a full list of organizations on the DS Connect Portal, along with contact information for each group.
All student organizations must comply with applicable policies, including BOR Policy 4.6.3: Responsibility for Drug Abuse, as outlined in the RSO Manual. The current RSO Manual can be found on the Forms and Resources Page.
Student Travel
Students participating in co-curricular activities or class-related travel must complete a Student Trip Registration Form prior to departure.
For the most up-to-date information and resources, please visit our website or check out the Forms and Resources Page for commonly needed forms and documents.
TESTING CENTER
The Testing Center works collaboratively with campus partners and community members to provide a secure and accessible environment that allows test takers to perform at their maximum ability. The Testing Center adheres to the National College Testing Association (NCTA) Standards and Guidelines. The Testing Center is located in Sequoya Hall, Room 201. For additional information, please visit the Testing Center website.