The Division of Student Affairs cultivates an inclusive environment to advance 

students' holistic development through intentional learning and

transformative engagement.

A Message from our VP

I feel that these last few weeks of the semester will fly right on by as we celebrate all the student success of the past year, wrap up programs, and support students to finish the semester strong. I will begin this month at NASPA where GS programs represented by DSA leaders (i.e., Gemma Skuraton, Megan Mercer, Ken Gassiot) and a student (Gabi Wiggill) will be recognized for their leadership on two GS initiatives, Period Equity Movement and Eagle Experience. GATA! 

I hope this newsletter illuminates opportunities for you to be more aware of happenings across our campuses and in the Division of Student Affairs. A special Congratulations! To Jodi Kennedy for being elected as the Chair-Elect to Staff Council. I know she will continue to be a great representative of Student Affairs in Staff Council!

Thank you for all you do for our GS students! Hang in there this month and let’s support each other through these busy times.

Hail Southern!

Division Spotlight

Sustainability and Leadership

Southern Sustainability Week  is back!! 

Beginning April 3rd to April 6th, please join us at the following events: 

Monday (4/3) - Road to Recycling (SDG 12)

• Engaging recycling games and educational tabling (11 AM to 1 PM @ RU Rotunda) 

Tuesday (4/4) - Reducing Inequalities (SDG 10)

• Interactive tabling on inequality issues (11 AM to 1 PM @ RU Rotunda) 
• Guest Speaker: The Minimalists (5 PM to 6 PM @ RU Ballroom) 

The Minimalists are emmy-nominated Netflix stars, podcasters, and New York Times–bestselling authors. Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus help millions of people live meaningfully with less. The Minimalists will share about their sustainable lifestyle and how to employ it in your own life. You can register here! 

Wednesday (4/5) - Sustainable Living (SDG 3 + 11)

• Farmer's Market on Campus: multiple vendors and exhibitors coming to share their sustainable initiatives and goods (10 AM to 2 PM @ RU Rotunda) 



Thursday (4/6) - Climate Action (SDG 13)

• Educational Scavenger Hunt about Climate Change throughout campus (11 AM to 1 PM starting @ RU Rotunda) 

Every single day (4/3-4/6) the Campus Thrift Store will also be out during the 11 AM to 1 PM slot. 

We look forward to seeing you there! Please reach out to sustainability@georgiasouthern.edu if you have any questions.

National Volunteer Month

April is National Volunteer Month!

Join us as we welcome alumni speakers Dr. Lana Wachniak, Ph.D. and William (Bill) Wallace. Both have a passion for serving students and young adults who are facing homelessness. They are ambassadors for the Orange Duffel Bag Initiative, an organization that assists foster and homeless children who have been accepted into a technical college or a unit of the University System of Georgia.

In addition to their advocacy work, Lana conducts annual professional development workshops for various non-profits on topics of cultural diversity and generational place and spaces.

When: April 10,2023 from 6.30pm - 7.30pm

Where: Russell Union Ballroom

Counseling Center

Getting good sleep is incredibly important for our overall health and well-being. Come and learn tips for improving your sleep routine, increasing relaxation and changing thoughts about sleep.

The Counseling Center has a handful of QPR Gatekeeper training opportunities this spring. Please click HERE to find additional information about QPR training and to sign up.

Campus Recreation and Intramurals

CRI Tri.

Participate in the ONLY sprint triathlon in Statesboro on Saturday, April 15 2023! This BEGINNER FRIENDLY event allows participants to experience the joy of swimming, running and biking all in one competition. This race is perfect for all skill and experience levels with all equipment being provided.

Registration before April 10 - $15

Registration between April 10-12 - $20 for non-rec members

Click here for more details or

Contact Sabrina Checca on (912) 478 5436

Summer Camps

CRI offers a huge variety of summer camps in both Statesboro and Armstrong. We have tons of offerings including swim lessons, sport camps, and firearms and archery camps.

Visit our summer camp page to learn more

Faculty, Staff and Friends

Get out and enjoy the weather with your friends and colleagues, and take the opportunity to compete for prizes in our 9-hole competition, every Tuesday evening. Register yourself, a pair, a trio, or a complete foursome and join us for an afternoon of relaxed fun and casual play!

When: Every Tuesday @ 5:30pm, March 14 - September 12

Where: Georgia Southern Golf Course

Registration: $25+tax ($15+tax for passholders) – includes cart, greens fee, bucket of range balls and prizes!

Please call (912) GSU-GOLF before noon on Tuesday to reserve your spot.

Women's Firearms

When: Wednesday, April 19 @ 6-9pm

This course is designed for women who want to learn how to handle and shoot a firearm safely. Safe shooting and handling practices are paramount for any woman who is considering owning and or operating a firearm. Participants will gain a comprehensive knowledge of the anatomy of the different handgun systems, benefits and drawbacks specific to each of the platforms and their operation. In addition, participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of shooting.

You must register at least 48 hours in advance at the SSEC.

Public/Faculty/Staff - $75.

Learn more about Women's Firearms here or

Contact: SSEC (912) 478-7732

Shooting Sports Education Center

3271 Old Register Road, Statesboro, GA 30458

Office of Student Wellness & Health Promotion

HIV Testing

The Office of Student Wellness and Health Promotion will be partnering with the Department of Public Health to provide free HIV testing on campus.

On the Armstrong campus, the testing will take place April 25th, 2023 from 10am-2pm in the Ogeechee Theatre in the Student Union.



On the Statesboro campus, the testing will take place April 11th, 2023 from 10am-2pm in rooms 2047 and 2048 of the Russel Union.

Upstander Certificate

The Office of Student Wellness and Health Promotion has partnered with the Counseling Center and SART to provide the Upstander Certificate. The Upstander Certificate offers 3 different programming opportunities where you will learn how to recognize warning signs and identify strategies to assist individuals in a mental health crisis, individuals at risk of alcohol and other drug related harm, and those who are at risk of experiencing intimate partner violence. 

You can learn more by following this link.

Open House

The Office of Student Wellness and Health Promotion will be hosting an Open House event on April 18th from 11am to 2pm in Forest Drive Classroom Building Room 1302A

NCHA Survey

The NCHA survey will be open to students beginning March 27th. This is a survey designed to assess Georgia Southern student health behaviors. Students who were selected to take the survey will receive an email detailing how to do so. Students who complete the survey will be entered into a drawing to receive one of several giveaways. The Office of Student Wellness & Health Promotion and campus partners will begin tabling on March 28th to promote completion of the survey and to provide giveaways for students. 

NASPA Conference

DSA leaders Gemma Skuraton, Megan Mercer, Ken Gassiot and a student (Gabi Wiggill) attended and were recognized at the just concluded NASPA Conference for their leadership on two GS initiatives, Period Equity Movement and Eagle Experience.

Marvin Pittman Administration Building, Suite 1002

912.478.2796 | studentaffairs@georgiasouthern.edu