Campus Wellbeing
We strive to foster a culture of wellness that champions an environment focused on the whole person, whole educational experience, and whole institution resulting in shared responsibility for the entire campus. Therefore, there are many resources to support student wellbeing on campus.
Be Well Eagles
The health and wellbeing of our students is a top priority at Georgia Southern. After all, healthy students are successful students! We champion programs and initiatives to support students’ mental health. With the help of the University System of Georgia and the Governors Emergency Education Relief, we are excited to bring you more Mental Health Initiatives. The Division of Student Affairs- the Counseling Center, Student Wellness and Health Promotion, and Health Services- is launching Be Well Eagles to support the physical and mental health needs of those within our campus community. We invite you to click the button below to explore a wealth of resources to help you thrive.
Your Wellbeing Support System
Mental health has a direct impact on academic success and it is important to cultivate practices that support emotional well-being. 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 offers Individual and Group Therapy, along with drop in services like Emotional Wisdom, Sleep Clinic, and Mindful Yoga.
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Your Physical Wellbeing is important for optimal health and functioning. There are many elements of your physical wellbeing that all must be cared for together. Prevention and management of illness play a role in your body’s ability to function optimally. Health Services offers students the ability to maintain or improve their physical health through annual check ups and vaccinations. Should students fall ill, their team of Medical Doctors and Nurse Practitioners are able to medically treat the student. Additional services offered at Health Services include, Optometry, Physical Therapy, Psychiatry, and a Pharmacy.
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Your Physical Wellbeing is important for optimal health and functioning. There are many elements of your physical wellbeing that all must be cared for together. Physical activity and prevention of illness play a role in your body’s ability to function optimally.
Campus Recreation & Intramurals (CRI) offers numerous avenues for students to be physically active, while also learning different forms of recreation and interacting with others. Fitness, Aquatics, Intramurals, Group Fitness, Southern Adventures, Club Sports, Shooting Sports, and Golf are all programs offered at the Recreation Activity Center, Student Recreation Center, University Park Golf Course, and the Shooting Sports Education Center.
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Developing yourself and giving to others are essential to your ability to
thrive on and off campus.
Leadership and Community Engagement offers a variety of ways students can
develop leadership skills and contribute to the campus and the Statesboro and
Savannah community. Serve912, the Student Leadership Conference, and Alternative Break trips are just a few of their programs where students have the opportunity to meet new people, build relationships, learn new skills and serve others.
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Creating a sense of belonging contributes to one’s ability to thrive and succeed in
college.
Student Activities offers numerous engagement opportunities for students to
meet new people and have fun. The University Programming Board is housed
here and creates opportunities for campus entertainment
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Everyone needs an advocate. The Dean of Students office serves as an
advocate for students while at college. Life can be very stressful and interfere
with academic success. The Dean of Students office offers assistance finding
resources or navigating stressful situations. These stressful situations may
include, but are not limited to, death of an immediate family member, loss of
shelter, food insecurity, safety concerns, and communication with faculty
members.
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A nutritious diet is a vital part of overall wellbeing. Eagle Dining offers a variety of dining locations and payment plans to support students in their quest to eat healthy. Salads, lean proteins, whole grains, fruits and vegetables can be found
at every dining location on campus. Additionally, the “No Whey” station at Dining Commons ensures students have food options that make food allergies or dietary
restrictions a priority.
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Job placement is a major player in the decision to go to college. Therefore, it can carry significant stress for students. Career Services offers Career Counselors, Resume assistance, Mock Interviews, Personality Tests, and more to help students prepare for their career after graduation.
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Performing well academically can improve self confidence, provide growth, and improve stress levels. The Academic Success Center offers support for students through tutors, workshops, study tips, and peer mentors. Their Peer Mentors receive training from Student Wellness & Health Promotion in order to support students overall wellbeing in order to be successful academically.
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Accessibility and Availability play critical roles in students wellbeing for those who are differently abled. The Student Accessibility Resource Center is committed to ensuring equal educational opportunity through the provision of testing services, accommodations, and/or advocacy for qualified students.
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Health equity and health literacy plays an important role in a student’s overall
wellbeing. The Office of Multicultural Affairs supports Georgia Southern University’s
greater mission to support cultural diversity, inclusion and equity. Our office is
designed to educate and celebrate the cultural diversity of students, staff and the
Georgia Southern community.
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Last updated: 4/15/2022