Turner Business

At a recent reception, CSU's Office of Student Life & Development honored over 40 registered student organizations, along with their leaders and other students, for their dedication and service to the university and community.  “Student organizations and campus engagement programs allow Columbus State students to create community and find their people,” said Melissa Dempsey, Assistant Dean of Students for Student Engagement. “Both allow students to connect with others who share their interests and passions, gain valuable leadership skills and hands-on experience through volunteerism, and build a broad network through social and community programs.”  As part of the Division of Student Affairs, the Office of Student Life & Development serves the entire student body. It coordinates the work of more than 85 registered student organizations and student boards, which collectively include 120-plus student leaders, 550-plus campus events hosted by organizations annually, and 1...

Butler Center research associates Jordan Mills and Nhi Do  enjoyed the recent opportunity to participate in CSU’s 2026 Tower Day Conference. The two Turner College students used the opportunity to present the results of the Coca-Cola Economic Impact Study, which they significantly contributed to and that was published earlier this year. "It was especially exciting to see the wide range of research projects presented by both undergraduate and graduate students. The event was incredibly informative, and I really enjoyed learning about the innovative ideas and perspectives others brought to their work. Overall, it was a great experience and a rewarding way to spend my Friday morning," explained Mills. Turner Business congratulates these two outstanding students on all of their academic successes.

An interesting report on business activities at Synovus Bank and other financial institutions by Rebel Cole , the Lynn Eminent Scholar Chaired Professor of Finance at Florida Atlantic University, was recently released on LinkedIn. As Cole writes, m any astute commentators on the banking industry have been warning about future losses on commercial mortgages given that about $1 trillion in these are maturing and must be refinanced at much higher rates during the next 12 months. Cole  calculated the total commercial real estate (CRE) exposure (CRE nonfarm-nonresidential and multifamily mortgages, CRE construction loans and unused CRE commitments) as a percentage of total equity in order to provide a broad measure of bank exposure to commercial real estate. A variation of this ratio is used by banking regulators to assess CRE exposures, and any ratio over 300% is viewed as excessive exposure to CRE. Based on data as of Dec. 31, 2025 (Q4), Cole created a  list of the total CRE expo...

Get ready for a fun night at the ballpark as the CSU Alumni Association has set Alumni Night with the Columbus Clingstones for Friday, May 1 at Synovus Park.  Come connect with fellow alumni, show your CSU pride, and enjoy an exciting matchup as the Clingstones take on the Montgomery Biscuits.  Gates open at 6:00 pm, with the first pitch set for 7:00 pm. Ticket prices are  $35, which covers f ood and drinks, and a ccess to the 3rd base picnic area.  Plus, the first 50 attendees will receive a complimentary drink ticket, so be sure to arrive early.

The CSU Center for Career Coaching and JC Penney are co-sponsoring the 2nd Annual Suit Up for Success Event from 3:00 pm through 7:00 pm today at the Peachtree Mall. As part of the event, the Suit Up for Success Fashion Show will begin at 5:00 pm. Throughout the event, Turner College students can save up to 45% on select clothing in-store. Last year Turner College students were able to purchase  career wear, shoes and accessories at the discounted price. The list of eligible items included suits, pants, dresses, sport coats, dress shirts, ties, shoes, handbags, wallets, watches, jewelry, belts, luggage, briefcases, undergarments and shapewear. The Columbus JC Penney is located in the Peachtree Mall on Manchester Expressway.

President Stuart Rayfield has approved the promotion and/or tenure of 27 members of the Columbus State University faculty — granted in recognition of their commitment to teaching, scholarship and service. Their new appointments will begin in August to coincide with the start of the 2026-27 academic year. Among those approved by Rayfield is Mark James , who will hold the rank of professor of management beginning with the next academic year. James is currently nominated for the 2026 Turner College Research Award. Bolstering his nomination for this award are recent publications in the  Journal of Business and Economics and the  Journal of Higher Education Theory and Practice . Joining James among this list of 27 is the TSYS School's Elke Brumbaugh , who was promoted to Senior Lecturer. Brumbaugh is currently nominated for the 2026 Turner College Teaching Award. In that regard , she immerses her students in authentic, hands-on environments, supported through mentorship...