STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
The Department of Student Development (DSD) at CIS University is committed to helping students empower themselves through a focus on developing the skills necessary to become more successful and achieve their goals.
We strive to build on the essential essence of CIS University that includes providing a uniquely personal learning experience for each student. Overall, DSD’s mission is to promote and work towards whole student development and enhance student success.

The 3 categories and goals of DSD that contribute to the overall essence of CIS University are the following:
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Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Establish a well-rounded educational foundation for students by emphasizing the teaching and learning of social and emotional skills.
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Student Support and Guidance
Help individual students faced with learning challenges and/or other college success related issues by providing specialized assistance and oversight.
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Faculty Collaboration
Promote cross-cutting interaction among professors to increase student success across the curriculum.