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Winston-Salem State University Student Centers exists for the benefit of our students, to offer a welcoming environment where students, faculty, staff, alumni and the greater community participate in "campus life." The programs, services and facilities of the Student Centers Office (SCO) foster personal growth, encourage social interaction and help in the development of leadership skills for our students. Student involvement in the programs and activities facilitated by this office lead to memorable experiences and builds a community of stakeholders that cultivates enduring commitment, pride, and loyalty to the University.

The Student Centers Office is often the first point of contact that visitors have with the university whether it is due to attendance at an event, meeting, seminar or general visit to campus. We believe that excellence among our staff is crucial and our goal is to provide customer-friendly service to respond to the ever changing needs of our diverse campus.

The staff of the Student Centers Office is committed to being a catalyst for developing a community of interaction and growth.

  • We provide services and programs that directly support the personal development and enrichment of the entire community.
  • We collaborate with the campus community to produce successful programs.
  • We encourage diversity among our staff and maintain an environment in which all members of the University community feel welcome, safe, and respected.
  • We create an atmosphere that challenges prejudice and embraces diversity. We encourage the free expression of ideas and expect members of our community to be respectful of others.
  • We maintain a positive climate that supports teamwork and employee growth, fulfillment and advancement.
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Winston-Salem State University boasts two student-centered functional buildings that are focused on the business, physical and social well-being of our students, and as well as serving our faculty, staff, alumni, and guests: the Cleon F. Thompson, Jr. Student Services Center and the Donald Julian Reaves Student Activities Center (DJR).

Cleon F. Thompson Student Services Center

The Cleon F. Thompson Student Services Center is 107,000 square foot facility. The center has served the students of Winston-Salem State University since opening in September 1996 and was officially dedicated in October 1996. The center is named for Dr. Cleon F. Thompson Jr. who served as chief administrator of Winston-Salem State University [1985-1995]. A well-equipped facility that continues to provide services through several departments such as Enrollment Management, Bookstore, Post Office, Food Services, it includes Kennedy Dining Hall and Faculty and Staff Dining Room (Red Room), a large multi-purpose room and four conference/meeting rooms. The center also houses several departments including Admissions, Financial Aid, Food Services, RAMCard Office, Registrar, Residence Life, Solutions Center, Student Accounts, and the Division of Student Affairs.

Donald Julian Reaves (DJR) Student Activities Center

The Donald Julian Reaves (DJR) Student Activities Center is an ultra-modern 96,000 sq. ft. building that combines full fitness facilities, a food court, game room, meeting spaces, and lounges. Competing with the food court on the first level (featuring Chick-fil-a, Burger Studio, Subway, and Topio’s Pizza) is the well-equipped weight room and the modern, two court gymnasium. The second level houses Student Affairs business offices and meeting spaces. As the living room of the campus, this floor houses a student lounge space with a fireplace, and a game room with video games and billiards. The third level of the center features an indoor waterfall, commuter lounge for commuting and non-traditional students, an indoor jogging track and two group exercise rooms that will serve to promote health and wellness among students, faculty, and staff.