Student Life

Georgia Southern University campuses are full of life - places where memories are made every day. They are comfortable sites of activity and interaction for both educational and personal growth offering a wide variety of facilities, services and organizations to the 26,000-plus students interested in exercising, maintaining their health, enjoying the outdoors, making new friends, building knowledge and sharing ideas.

• Situated on the Atlantic coast in beautiful Savannah, the Armstrong Campus of Georgia Southern University is located just minutes away from the National Historic Landmark District downtown and a short drive from the sunny beaches of Tybee Island. The 268-acre arboretum campus is home to more than 6,500 students and offers an abundance of resources to help students succeed.
• Located just an hour from historic Savannah, Georgia Southern’s 900-plus acre Statesboro Campus is nestled in the classic Main Street town of Statesboro, Georgia. It boasts a lively and picturesque downtown, where visitors enjoy boutique shops, restaurants, a seasonal farmer’s market and diverse cultural activities. Statesboro and Bulloch County continue to grow along with the University, and are now home to more than 72,000 residents.
• Located in Hinesville, the Liberty Campus houses a new, state-of-the-art facility offering a variety of opportunities for local students, especially those affiliated with the military, to take advantage of a nationally recognized university in their own backyard.

Students don’t have to travel far to find things to do. Our campus offers excellent housing, dining, transportation, recreation and health and safety services to a diverse student body from all 50 states and 102 countries. From the picturesque lawn of Sweetheart Circle ins Statesboro to the botanic beauty of the Armstrong Campus to the dynamic and modern facility in Hinesville, Georgia Southern University remains one of the nation’s premier places to live, work, study and grow.

Campus Recreation and Intramurals

Campus Recreation & Intramurals, an integral and active service of the diverse University community, supports and strengthens the mission of Georgia Southern University and the Division of Student Affairs by fostering a culture of engagement that is dedicated to nurturing the whole student through wellness. Our purpose is to inspire self-discovery through sport, fitness, wellness and adventure. Through the provision of high-quality, safe and enriching programs and facilities in Fitness, Aquatics, Southern Adventures, Intramural Sports, Club Sports, Golf, and Shooting Sports Education, we strive to promote and develop healthy lifestyle choices that will contribute positively to the overall well-being of the students, faculty and staff at Georgia Southern.

CRI’s Facilities

The RAC in Statesboro

The Recreation Activity Center is a state-of-the-art recreation center and a central hub for student life on Georgia Southern University’s Statesboro campus. At 215,000 square feet, it’s one of the largest campus recreation centers in the nation with an 18,000 square foot fitness center, The Aquatics Center complete with an indoor and outdoor pool, eight professional indoor courts, a bouldering cave and a 45’ rock-climbing wall and more.The RAC also houses the largest selection of CRI’s program areas, including Aquatics, Fitness, Group Fitness, Intramural Sports, Club Sports and Southern Adventures.

The Georgia Southern Golf Course in Statesboro

The Georgia Southern Golf Course is a public 18-hole championship course six miles away from the Recreation Activity Center and is part of Georgia Southern University’s Statesboro campus. The 167-acre course hosts lessons and clinics led by PGA-certified professionals, tournaments, leagues and daily play for the public and Georgia Southern’s students, faculty and staff. The Georgia Southern Golf Course Clubhouse, located at the entrance of the course, is an 8,000 square foot community center that provides dining and shopping options for visitors and houses the course’s administrative offices.

The Shooting Sports Education Center in Statesboro

The Shooting Sports Education Center, often referred to as the SSEC, is located just outside of Georgia Southern University’s Statesboro campus in walking distance from the Recreation Activity Center and M.C. Anderson Park. The SSEC is a 30,000 square foot hub that provides educational, recreational and competitive archery and firearms activities for the local community and Georgia Southern’s students, faculty and staff. 

The ARC in Savannah

The Armstrong Recreation Center, most commonly referred to as the ARC, is an 85,000 square foot recreation center at Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong campus complete with two fitness areas, multi-purpose courts and more. The ARC houses a large selection of CRI programming, including Fitness and Wellness, Group Fitness, Intramural Sports and Club Sports.

CRI’s Parks

M.C. Anderson Park in Statesboro

The Recreation Activity Center is located inside the 70 acre M.C. Anderson Park on Georgia Southern University’s Statesboro campus. This outdoor recreational park has activities free to the public for all ages including paved walking trails, an outdoor pavilion, sand volleyball courts and outdoor fitness equipment. M.C. Anderson Park is also home to The Multiplex fields used for Intramural Sports and the Challenge Course, which includes high and low challenges and a zipline.

The Sports Complex in Statesboro

The Sports Complex, a pair of high-quality softball fields, rests right beside Beautiful Eagle Creek on Georgia Southern University’s Statesboro campus. The Sports Complex is among the oldest athletic facilities on Georgia Southern’s Statesboro campus, hosting its very first games on October 11, 1976.

The Recreation Fields in Savannah

The Recreation Fields are a series of professional sports fields just outside of the Armstrong Recreation Center. The Recreation Fields are complemented by the ARC’s Side Lawn, making the area the perfect spot to play and relax on Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong campus.

The Tennis Complex in Savannah

The Tennis Complex on Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong campus features a dozen tennis courts for professional and recreational play. It has been the premier venue for tennis matches for Georgia Southern and the city of Savannah.

The Disc Golf Park in Savannah

The Disc Golf Park at Georgia Southern University’s Armstrong campus opened on November 19, 2021. Nestled behind the Tennis Complex and wrapping around the Recreation Fields, this 9-hole course takes players of any skill level through the woods with distant airplanes overhead.

CRI’s Programs

Aquatics

Take a dive, learn first aid and lounge by the pool - the water’s always fine at The Aquatics Center in Statesboro.

Fitness

Raise the bar with training, competitions and other special events in Statesboro.

Group Fitness

Join the Group Fit Fam with fun classes every week for casual and core workouts.

Intramural Sports

Team up and play your favorite sports all semester long.

Club Sports

Compete with your fellow Eagles against other schools across the country.

Southern Adventures

Chart new courses with trips, clinics and challenges.

Fitness and Wellness

Get the most out of your recreation with events and training in Savannah.

Shooting Sports

Set your sights on the best archery and firearms events at the Shooting Sports Education Center in Statesboro.

Golf

Take a swing at lessons, clinics, and tournaments at the Georgia Southern Golf Course in Statesboro.

Counseling Center

The Counseling Center at Georgia Southern University is a place where students can go to receive services and participate in programs that are designed to help them handle day-to-day challenges and encourage their personal growth and development. The Counseling Center complements and facilitates the mission of the University by providing services ranging from individual, group, and relationship counseling to outreach programming, and crisis intervention. Students get the personal support they need in a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. The Center’s staff includes professionally trained clinicals who are committed to helping students meet their personal and educational goals.

The Center offers individual counseling in areas such as self-esteem, anxiety, depression, sexual identity, relationship conflicts, eating disorders, trauma and abuse issues, and family of origin concerns. Group counseling offers students the opportunity to interact with others who have similar concerns while developing more satisfying relationships. Relationship counseling offers students an opportunity to build communication skills and conflict resolution in interpersonal relationships.

Case management connects students with referral resources to meet their individual needs.

The Center’s staff offers drop-in workshops designed to provide students with additional opportunities for personal growth; related to coping skills, stress management, communication, and relationships. Self-help resources are available on the Counseling Center website on a variety of topics for those who are interested in accessing skill building independently

Staff also provides outreach presentations to academic classes and student organizations on various mental health topics, such as stress management, dating violence, interpersonal relationships, and communication skills. Please see the online outreach request form. In addition, the Counseling Center houses the QPR Gatekeeper Training.

Counselors are also available to assist faculty who desire consultation about a student.

To contact the counseling center, call (912) 478-5541 (Statesboro) or (912) 344-2529 (Armstrong). Counselors are available 24/7 for students in crisis.

Dining Plans

Access+ Dining Plan

With your Access+ Dining Plan, you get all access to our residential dining facilities on the Statesboro and Armstrong campuses. Enjoy great food and community at Dining Commons, Lakeside and The Galley, guest passes to treat your friends and family to a meal, and the ability to take a to-go meal out of the residential dining facilities.

You may also add Dining Dollars to your Access+ Dining Plan. Dining Dollars are available in several increments that a dining plan holder can choose from.

Block Plans

Block Plans give diners access to the residential dining facilities on a per-visit basis. Block Plans do not expire, so students can use those as long as they have them on their account

Weekly Access Dining Plans

Weekly Acces Dining Plans allow a student a certain number of meals in our residential dining facilities per week. A student can use up to 3 meals per day to enjoy food with their friends, and up to the plan amount per week. These reset every Monday of the week during the semester and end at the end of the semester.

Rates quoted above may be subject to change per the University System of Georgia Board of Regents approval. Please visit the Eagle Dining Services website for current Dining Plan pricing and Dining Plan Policy.

First year students who are required to live on campus are also required to have a dining plan, based on FYLOR requirements. Information about this requirement is included in the University Housing Contract, Dining Plan Policy, and Eagle Card Contract. Please read and understand this information before signing your housing contract.

Dining Dollars are accepted at all residential and retail dining locations on the Statesboro and Armstrong campuses. Guest Passes and To-Go meals may only be used at Residential Dining locations, Main Dining Commons, Lakeside Dining Commons, and The Galley.

For full information on dining plans and packages offered, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu/diningplans.

EAGLEXPRESS and Eagle Card Services

EagleXpress® is a premier declining balance system conveniently accessible through your Eagle Card. Available at more than 40 on and off-campus vendors, EagleXpress® can be used to pay for everything from textbooks and school supplies to food and groceries. Use EagleXpress® at campus dining locations, Printing and Postal Services, Health Services and even Parking and Transportation.

Students, parents, faculty and staff can easily deposit funds to an EagleXpress® account online through eAccounts, in-person at Eagle Card Services, or at one of our convenient campus kiosks. Funds may be loaded with cash, money order, check, MasterCard, Visa or American Express.

Mail checks or money orders to:

Eagle Card Services
P.O. Box 8079
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA 30460-8079

You can also log into your eAccounts portal at my.GeorgiaSouthern.edu to get a statement of your EagleXpress® account activity for the last 30 days. Money in your EagleXpress® account never expires, and it can be used any time of the year both on and off campus. EagleXpress® is not a banking system, and cash cannot be withdrawn from the account. Refunds will be issued by check after the end of each semester by written request only.

• EagleXpress cannot be used to purchase alcoholic beverages, tobacco, firearms, piercings, tattoos, tanning or gift cards.
• EagleXpress is accepted at 70+ locations throughout the area
• Students receive a 5% discount at all on-campus dining locations when using EagleXpress.

You will find EagleXpress® is a great way to manage money needed to buy books, meals and other Georgia Southern goods and services.

EagleXpress® Packages

Beginning each semester, the Eagle Card Center offers students the ability to add EagleXpress Packages to their invoices prior to the first financial aid disbursement. Descriptions of the EagleXpress Packages are listed below. Students may register for one of the EagleXpress Packages by stopping by the Eagle Card Center, through the EagleXpress web portal at eaglecard.georgiasouthern.edu, or their my.georgiasouthern.edu account

¹ Please visit the Eagle Card Center website at GeorgiaSouthern.edu/eaglecard for current Eaglexpress Package pricing.

Enrollment Management

The Division of Enrollment Management is responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of University-wide enrollment management services and programs which include recruitment, enrollment, and graduation. Departments in the division include Undergraduate Admissions, Financial Aid, the Registrar, International Student Admissions and Programs, Enrollment Services, Military and Veteran Services, and Institutional Research. These departments provide support services to promote student success from application to graduation.

Health Services

Georgia Southern University Health Services exists to provide high-quality, compassionate healthcare and education to support academic success and create knowledgeable healthcare consumers. Our board-certified provider team is here to support your healthcare needs.

With locations on the Statesboro and Armstrong campuses, Health Services is available to all Georgia Southern students for consultation, examination, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses and injuries. Students may access services at either location. 

Services available at both locations include: 

● Primary Care 

● Psychiatry 

● Immunizations

● Laboratory Services 

Additional services available only at the Statesboro clinic include: 

● Women’s Health 

● Physical Therapy 

● Allergy Injections 

● X-ray Services 

● Pharmacy 

Appointments for most services are self-scheduled using the Eagle OSH (Online Student Health) Patient Portal after logging into your MyGeorgiaSouthern page. Same-day sick visit appointments are available on a limited basis at both locations.

Students are encouraged to maintain health insurance coverage. While health insurance is not required, Health Services will file claims to your insurance plan as requested for services received. Competitive self-pay rates are also available to students. 

For additional information about Health Services, visit our website at georgiasouthern.edu/health. 

Immunization Requirements

The Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia has established immunization requirements for all students.

All students are required to submit their immunization records and complete tuberculosis screening prior to enrollment. These forms and directions for submitting records can be accessed online at georgiasouthern.edu/immunization. Students with religious objections or documented medical conditions that prohibit an immunization can receive an exemption from the immunization requirements. Students who have an approved exemption could be restricted from campus in the case of an outbreak of vaccine-preventable diseases, such as measles, mumps, rubella, or varicella.

Leadership & Community Engagement

Come visit the Office of Leadership & Community Engagement on the Statesboro Campus in Russell Union Suite 1056, on the Armstrong Campus in the Student Union Room 234, or call us at (912) 478-1435. You can also visit our website at http://www.georgiasouthern.edu/LeadServe, or contact us via email at leader@georgiasouthern.edu.

The Office of Leadership & Community Engagement serves to advance the leadership potential and community engagement of Georgia Southern students. We utilize an integrated theoretical approach to learning, service, and leadership that empowers students to become active, global citizens who lead positive change. The Office also provides students with information and resources about the many opportunities available to invest their lives in the community. Volunteering is a powerful way for students to gain hands-on professional level experience while addressing existing social issues and community needs.

Some of the opportunities provided by the Office include:

• Southern Leaders Program - A nationally-recognized, comprehensive leadership development and community engagement program focused on personal leadership development, team building, and creating positive change. Southern Leaders is offered on the Statesboro campus where students make a difference in their community through interactive leadership lessons, community service, challenging team projects, and unique leadership experiences. Upon completion of all program requirements, participants receive the prestigious Southern Leaders Graduate medallion and seal.
• Nick Mamalakis Emerging Leaders Program - This one year program is focused on mentoring and the development of leadership on the Armstrong campus. Students of any classification may enter this program and gain insights in their personal practice of leadership and the importance of mentoring. Students will also engage in service and with local leaders. Upon completion of the program, students will participate in the Nick Mamalakis Pinning Ceremony and some will be honored with leadership scholarships for excellence in their practice of leadership.
• Serve912 - Our local service initiative that engages students with communities in the 912 area code year-round through regularly scheduled volunteer trips, ongoing community service activities, and meeting local needs as part of the Director’s Immediate Response Team (DIRT).
• Community Liaisons - A community engagement program in which student leaders are placed in community agencies to help recruit and manage university volunteers and to assist with other needs of the agencies. Community Liaisons serve to strengthen partnerships between Georgia Southern and the local community.
• Service-Learning Student Facilitators - Students in this program learn the theory and practical skills of service-learning to work alongside faculty as peer educators to create and manage service-learning experiences within academic courses.
• Alternative Breaks - Offered in December, March, May, and on select weekends, these low-cost trips offer students the opportunity to spend their breaks investing their lives in service to others while focusing on social issues.
• LEAD Courses -These free, non-credit bearing courses teach the practical application of leadership and service through interactive activities and reflection in the classroom environment. Students can register for these courses through WINGS.
• Sustainability Programs - Works to increase positive behavior through education and awareness on sustainability issues on campus and in the community. Programs include the Sustainability Fee Proposals Program, the Campus Community Garden, Eagles for Sustainability, and Southern Sustainability Week.
• Student Government Association - The Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the voice and primary advocates for students to the university and administration. In SGA, members represent their peers, connect with campus leaders, and participate in decisions that shape the university. This is your chance to develop leadership skills, influence positive change, and ensure students’ needs and interests are at the forefront of campus initiatives.

Office of Multicultural Affairs

The mission of the Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) supports Georgia Southern University’s greater mission to support cultural diversity. The department is designed to educate and celebrate the cultural and ethnic diversity of students, staff and the Georgia Southern community. This is accomplished by cultivating leaders who value civility, problem solving and heritage. The Office of Multicultural Affairs also promotes a fulfilling and comprehensive college experience which encourages social responsibility and personal well-being obtained through cultural opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. These include a series of support services, programs and activities that foster inclusion and pluralism.

For more information about programs and services offered through the Office of Multicultural Affairs visit https://ww2.georgiasouthern.edu/president/multicultural/ or the offices located on the Armstrong Campus in Memorial College Center Room 213D and the Statesboro Campus in the Williams Center Suite 2007. You may also contact us at (912) 478-5409 or by email at oma@georgiasouthern.edu.

Office of Student Conduct

Georgia Southern University exists to provide an environment in which intellectual achievement, scholarship, and character development can flourish. The Georgia Southern community (Students, Faculty, and Staff) willingly shares the responsibility for sustaining a creative and productive atmosphere through adherence to the highest standards of personal and professional conduct. All who are privileged to be a part of Georgia Southern campus life must remain aware they are representatives of Georgia Southern University, whether they are on campus or elsewhere, and are therefore expected to avoid behavior that brings discredit or dishonor upon themselves or the University as an institution. Recognizing trust is the cornerstone of all human relations, Students will work to build and sustain the trust of their peers, the faculty, and staff by following both the letter and the spirit of the Code of Student Conduct. A Student-centered University embraces a campus climate in which civility and respect among members of the campus community is viewed vital to the overall ethical development of its Students.

The University is dedicated not only to learning and the advancement of knowledge, but also to the development of ethically sensitive and responsible persons. It seeks to achieve these goals through sound educational programs and policies governing student conduct that encourage independence and maturity.

The student conduct process is not a court of law, and therefore does not follow prescribed legal or evidentiary standards. The student conduct process is also completely separate from any criminal proceeding and one will have no bearing on the other. Should a Student have a pending legal case, the University will move forward with the student conduct process.

The University may apply sanctions or take other appropriate action when the conduct of a Student interferes with the University’s (a) responsibility of ensuring the opportunity for attainment of educational objectives; or (b) responsibility of protecting property, keeping records, providing services, and sponsoring non-classroom activities such as lectures, concerts, athletic events, and social functions. Georgia Southern University reserves the right to take necessary and appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of the campus community.

The Office of Student Conduct utilizes Georgia Southern University email as its primary means of communication with Students. It is necessary for Students to check their University email daily and to promptly respond to any requests from the Office of Student Conduct or designee.

Southern’s Orientation, Advisement, and Registration (SOAR)

New Freshman & Transfer Students

Once accepted for admission, all new degree-seeking undergraduate students must attend Southern’s Orientation, Advisement, and Registration (SOAR). SOAR is a required orientation program, part of The Eagle Experience, for new incoming students (freshmen and transfers) to assist with their transition to University life. SOAR is offered in multiple modalities including in-person synchronous, virtual synchronous, and virtual asynchronous. Through SOAR, students will receive information about how to succeed both in and outside of the classroom through. Family members and supporters are encouraged to participate in SOAR. There is a fee participation. Accepted students may find more information and complete an online reservation, linked from the SOAR website, GeorgiaSouthern.edu/SOAR. Note that students in fully online programs should commit to Georgia Southern by signing up for a special SOAR session, but there are no in-person or virtual requirements to complete.

Fully Online Program Students

For more information about SOAR, contact New Student & Family Programs at (912) 478-SOAR, orientation@georgiasouthern.edu, or visit the website at GeorgiaSouthern.edu/orientation.

Student Affairs

Dean of Students Office

The Dean of Students Office supports student learning and success by providing a safe and inclusive environment for Georgia Southern students and their support network, where they can connect with community resources. We value care, self-advocacy, integrity, and accountability. As a unit of the Division of Student Affairs, the Dean of Students Office supports the Division’s mission and the student learning outcomes by integrating a student-centered approach. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students that is characterized by collegiality, civil discourse, safety and respect. The Dean of Students Office works collaboratively with other offices on campus to enhance the quality of student life.

Through one-on-one appointments, virtually and in-person, the Dean of Students Office connects with students to discuss and identify concerns so that the University may serve students more effectively. We assist individual students with navigating various challenges they may encounter while attending the institution. The Dean of Students Office is here to serve and support the success of all students. For more information, please visit our website at students.georgiasouthern.edu/dean/.

Student Organizations

Part of each student’s education is the development of their talents outside of the classroom. Through offering a wide variety of activities with over 250 student organizations, Georgia Southern University promotes this growth. Current student organization classifications include academic, creative and performing arts, cultural, honorary, professional, service, social action/political, social fraternities & sororities, special interest, spiritual, and sports. Students are encouraged to log on to Eagle Engage via my.georgiasouthern.edu to gain more information about student organizations at Georgia Southern University or visit the Office of Student Activities website. You may also join the Office of Student Activities’ page (on Eagle Engage) to receive our biweekly newsletter, detailing various student engagement opportunities on campus and in the community!

The supervision and coordination of student activities and organizations, including the University Programming Board are the responsibility of the Office of Student Activities. At Georgia Southern University, student activities and organizations are regarded as an integral part of the total educational program. To be recognized on campus, organizations must contribute to the academic, recreational or cultural climate of the University. Therefore, the University reserves the right to officially recognize each student organization and requires that it function in accordance with its constitution and/or purpose. Procedures for establishing new organizations can be found in the Guide to Chartering a Student Organization, available on the Office of Student Activities website. Practices of the various student organizations shall not be contrary to stated policies of the University. All students and student organizations are responsible for their conduct and for familiarizing themselves with the standards and regulations of the University. For more information on student organizations contact the Office of Student Activities, Statesboro campus: (912) 478-7270 | Williams Center-Room 2065 or Armstrong campus: (912) 344-2504 | Student Union-Suite 234.

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) is the central student government organization on campus. There are executive officers and the President’s Cabinet, all of whom fall under the leadership of the SGA President, representing the entire institution. Each member of the organization is elected each Spring Semester by the student body. Student Government represents the student body in all phases of student life at Georgia Southern University and facilitates communication among the administration, the faculty, and the student body. Individuals or organizations desiring input into the total life of the campus should enlist the services of the officers and senators. For additional information, email or call the Student Government Association at (912) 478-0185 or sga@georgiasouthern.edu. You can also access their website at students.georgiasouthern.edu/SGA. The SGA office is located in Russell Union 1010 on the Statesboro Campus and Memorial College Center (MCC) 201 on the Armstrong Campus.

Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life

The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life is an active part of student life on campus. Approximately 3,000 undergraduate students are members of 20 fraternities and 18 sororities on both the Armstrong and Statesboro campuses. These organizations provide opportunities for members to develop and refine personal leadership skills, make new friends, participate in campus activities and athletics, contribute to local and national philanthropies, and improve their scholarship aptitude. For additional information, call the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life at (912) 478-5185 or access their website at www.georgiasouthern.edu/fsl).

Student Media

The George-Anne Media Group is a student-based media outlet with student-led publications on the Statesboro and Armstrong campuses. 

Students have editorial independence when it comes to news coverage and content within the George-Anne Media Group. 

The George-Anne Media Group engages students on all campuses through: 

● The Statesboro Campus-based George-Anne Daily email newsletter published four days a week. 

● The Armstrong Campus-based George-Anne Inkwell email newsletter weekly on Fridays. 

● The Deep Dive email newsletter, focusing on issues of inclusive excellence (diversity, equity and inclusion) published weekly on Fridays.

● “The George-Anne Illustrated” (Statesboro Campus) and “The George-Anne Inkwell” Edition (Armstrong Campus), distributed in print monthly during the fall and spring semesters. 

● Daily news articles, features and videos at thegeorgeanne.com, as well as promotion via social media.

● “The Southern Life” creates original skits and trend-focused videos curated for social media. 

● The “Your Newsroom” student-run tv show, featuring student anchors and news reporters, published weekly online. 

● The Reflector feature magazine once per academic year. 

Students of all majors are welcome to join a student media outlet. No experience is necessary. For more information, go to: https://students.georgiasouthern.edu/student-media/.

University Programming Board

University Programming Board is Georgia Southern University’s student-led programming board that consists of Executive Officers and 60+ general members. This student organization provides programming that allows students to maintain a healthy balance between academic pursuits and social activities. The University Programming Board offers a diverse selection of popular entertainment, spirited events, and campus traditions throughout the year and supports the academic mission of Georgia Southern University by collaborating with various academic departments, organizations, and offices to provide programming based on a variety of topics and interests.

Major events produced by the University Programming Board during the fall semester include Homecoming, Celebrate Spirit Week, and holiday lighting ceremonies. The Miss Georgia Southern University Scholarship Competition, indoor/outdoor movies, and special performances are also among the many programs coordinated during the spring semester. All events are open to Georgia Southern University students, faculty, and staff with their Eagle ID.

For more information about what programs are coming to campus, information about how to get involved, or a schedule of events, please visit our website at: students.georgiasouthern.edu/student-activities/ or contact the:

University Programming Board, Statesboro campus
Williams Center-Room 2061
upb@georgiasouthern.edu
University Programming Board, Armstrong campus
Student Union-Suite D234
upba@georgiasouthern.edu

Tech Corner

Your technology destination located inside the University Store 

Tech Corner has the latest and greatest technology for life on and off-campus; stocked with degree specific computers, tablets, accessories, and electronics. You can find products from major manufactures at the prices you want at Tech Corner! 

Special Educational Pricing
With our students in mind, we strive to keep prices low on our products by offering educationally priced products.Tech Corner also works very closely with our veterans groups to help make purchasing simple and convenient. 

The University Store

You’ll find the textbooks and academic supplies you need for class plus gameday apparel and spirit merchandise all in one place at the University Store on the Statesboro and Armstrong campuses. Because the store is owned and operated by Georgia Southern University, store profits are reinvested into the campus community, so you’re supporting your university every time you shop.

Textbooks | Day1Access | Digital Textbooks

University Store offers textbooks and materials for all adopted Georgia Southern courses. Unlike other bookstores, they work with campus faculty to ensure that they sell only the correct and complete editions of textbooks and course materials that are requested by the instructor. The store offers multiple purchasing options by selling new, used, and digital course materials. For your convenience, books can be purchased via your MyGeorgiaSouthern account (Course Book List - under Registration Information) or via the store’s website at GSUstore.com. Books and course materials may be purchased with available financial aid bookstore credit - all you need is your Eagle Card!

During Buyback at the end of each semester, University Store will buy your new or used textbook as needed if it will be used by faculty in the upcoming semesters.

Supplies

University Store sells basic school supplies like bookbags, binders, pens and pencils, scantrons, etc. as well as class and major-specific supplies and items such as lab coats and glasses, sketch paper and portfolio holders. Your financial aid bookstore credit may be used to purchase any of the supply items that are sold at the store during the beginning of each term.

Apparel and Merchandise

Offering the best and largest selection of men’s, women’s and children’s official Georgia Southern University gear and apparel, you’re sure to find something for every Eagle fan at the University Store! Shop the latest styles in store or online at GSUstore.com.

University Programming Board

University Programming Board is Georgia Southern University’s student-led programming board that consists of Executive Officers and over 60 general members. This student organization provides programming that allows students to maintain a healthy balance between academic pursuits and social activities. The University Programming Board offers a diverse selection of popular entertainment, spirited events, and campus traditions throughout the year and supports the academic mission of Georgia Southern University by collaborating with various academic departments, organizations, and offices to provide programming based on a variety of topics and interests.

Major events produced by the University Programming Board during the fall semester include Homecoming, Celebrate Spirit Week, Family Weekend Block Parties, and holiday lighting ceremonies. The Miss Georgia Southern University Scholarship Competition, indoor/outdoor movies, and special performances are also among the many programs coordinated during the spring semester. All events are open to Georgia Southern University students, faculty, and staff with their Eagle ID.

For more information about what programs are coming to campus, information about how to get involved, or a schedule of events, please contact the Office of Student Activities, Statesboro campus: Williams Center-Room 2065 | (912) 478-7270 or Armstrong campus: Student Union, Suite 234 | (912) 344-2504, or visit our website at: students.georgiasouthern.edu/student-activities.

Virtual Collaboration Center 

The Virtual Collaboration Center is a dynamic space designed to foster connections among students, faculty, staff, and the local community through gaming, collaboration, and creativity. This center promotes virtual learning and interaction, offering a versatile environment for both academic and recreational engagement.

The center features a welcoming lounge area equipped with gaming consoles, board games, card games, and tabletop games, along with dedicated study areas. There are booths with large displays to facilitate collaborative and shared viewing in addition to several tables to do homework, create art, or just relax and hang out and make new friends.

The Eagles Edge Arena, a premier esports facility, houses 28 high-end gaming PCs for casual play, esports training, tournaments, and team-building activities. It also serves as the home of the Eagle Esports teams, where they practice and compete against other schools and organizations.

Additionally, the center offers dedicated spaces for podcasting and streaming, providing opportunities for content creation and digital media development. Supporting interdisciplinary collaboration, the center also hosts team-building sessions for university departments, enhancing engagement across campus.

www.georgiasouthern.edu/vcc • P.O. Box 8135 Statesboro, GA 30460 • 912-478-0345 • vcc@georgiasouthern.edu