Athletic Director's Welcome

Welcome Letter from the Director of Athletics & Student Life, Suzanne P. Strudwick 

Dear Students, Families, and Future Cougars, 

Welcome to Cleveland State Community College! Whether you are exploring your college options or have already committed to join us, I am thrilled to welcome you to Cougar Nation as we step into the 2025–26 academic year. 

At CSCC, our athletic department is driven by four core pillars that define who we are and how we operate: 

1. Student-Athlete Focused 
Your success — in the classroom, in competition, and in life — will always be at the center of what we do. We are committed to supporting your growth academically, athletically, and personally. 

2. Professional Respect 
We value every student-athlete, coach, and staff member, and we are dedicated to cultivating a culture of respect, teamwork, and collaboration. 

3. Excellence and Integrity 
We will pursue the highest standards in everything we do, competing with passion and pride while holding ourselves accountable to honesty, fairness, and responsibility. 

4. Be Challenged! 
We believe growth comes from challenge. At CSCC, you will be motivated to push beyond limits, embrace competition, and rise to your full potential. 

Together, these pillars guide our vision: to build a dynamic, competitive, and supportive athletics environment where every Cougar is inspired to achieve greatness. 

This is an exciting moment for Cleveland State Athletics, and I invite you to join us in embracing the challenge, celebrating the journey, and building a proud legacy of Cougar success. 

With Cougar Pride, 
Suzanne P. Strudwick 
Director of Athletics & Student Life