Operation Move-In Information
Operation Move-In is the official start to the fall semester at Georgia Southern University’s Statesboro and Savannah campuses. It is an exciting time as we welcome students into the residence halls and prepare to kick off the academic year.
Operation Move-In is Friday, August 9, 2024
Countdown to OMI 2024Operation Move-In Date Update – Tropical Storm Debby
We look forward to welcoming you to campus on Friday, August 9 and wanted to send a few move-in reminders as you make your final preparations. Move-in is a very exciting time for our students and their supporters, so we encourage you to read this update in entirety to promote a positive move-in experience.
Statesboro Campus:
Please remember that your move-in process for Friday will begin at the RAC – Recreation Activity Center. The address to enter into your GPS is: 2687 Bunny Akins Blvd, Statesboro, GA 30458. You will need to enter Akins Blvd via Veterans Memorial Parkway/301 Bypass. Please do not attempt to access the Recreation Activity Center via other roads on campus, as many will be closed to assist with the flow of traffic. Students should plan to arrive at the RAC during the move-in time slot appointment selected in the housing portal. Didn’t make a move-in appointment yet? Head to our Operation Move In page for more information.
Armstrong Campus in Savannah:
Please remember that your move-in process for Friday will begin at the Armstrong Center. The address to enter into your GPS is: 13040 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419. Students should plan to arrive at the Armstrong Center during the move-in time slot appointment selected in the housing portal. Didn’t make a move-in appointment yet? Head to our Operation Move In page for more information.
Both Campuses: Moving in on Saturday or Sunday? Students who arrive after 4:00pm on Friday and throughout the weekend will proceed directly to their residence hall clubhouse to check in.
Many areas of Georgia have been impacted by Tropical Storm Debby, including Statesboro, Savannah and the surrounding areas. If your move in plans need to change due to recent weather events, we understand. We ask those who are still planning to come at their scheduled time to arrive within your designated check-in window. If you need to come later than your assigned time, please proceed directly to the appropriate check-in location:
For Statesboro Campus:
Friday, August 9 – 8:30am-4:00pm – Recreation Activity Center
Friday, August 9 at 4:00pm – Tuesday, August 13 – Proceed Directly to Your Assigned Residence Hall
For Savannah:
Friday, August 9 – 8:30am-4:00pm – Armstrong Center
Friday, August 9 at 4:00pm – Tuesday, August 13 – Windward Commons Front Desk
If you plan to arrive after Tuesday, August 13, please email us at housing@georgiasouthern.edu with your anticipated arrival date.
Due to the local impact of Tropical Storm Debby, we may see a reduction in the number of volunteers available to assist with move-in on Friday, August 9. Please be patient and we will assist you as soon as we are able. We will have a limited number of moving bins available for use as well.
August in South Georgia is typically hot, humid, and prone to rain. To best prepare for move-in, we encourage students to dress comfortably, drink water, leave all pets at home, and limit the number of guests you bring with you. We encourage you to invite your family back to visit you during Family Weekend.
Additionally, due to potential rain and humidity, we encourage students not to pack in cardboard boxes. Wet cardboard boxes can become difficult to handle and items inside could get wet. Instead, pack in storage bins you can reuse as storage in your room during the year. There will be dumpsters near the residence halls for student use. Please remember to take your trash to the dumpsters and do not pile things up in the hallways, lobby, or outside the building.
As you make final preparations, please make sure you review our What To Bring list, as this will outline items we recommend students have, as well as some items that are not permitted in the residence halls.
Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Operation Move-In Date Announcement
It is highly encouraged to check in on Friday, August 9; however, for students unable to move in on that day, additional move-in times are available on August 10 or August 11. More information regarding OMI will be sent to students throughout the summer including information regarding signing up for a move-in timeslot, early arrival information and instructions, and information on how to prepare for moving to campus. Please note, students who are part of specialty programs may be asked to move into the residence halls early (see information below).
As information is made available the subsequent pages will also be updated.
Operation Move-In processes vary by which campus you are attending. Please select the campus that you wish to learn more about in the process below:
How to select a Move-In Timeslot
2024 Timeslot Selection will open in mid-July
Early Arrivals
If you are participating in certain University sponsored functions (Panhellenic Recruitment, Residential Learning Communities, Marching Band, etc) you may be required to move in early to the Residence Halls. You should check with your sponsoring department to verify your Early Arrival requirements. You can also view more on Early Arrivals on each of our specific campus pages above.
Communication History
Check-In Information
Your check-in location will vary based upon which day you are arriving on campus. Please use the information below to help guide your check-in process.
Armstrong Campus Students
For students arriving on the Armstrong Campus on August 9, your check-in will take place at the Armstrong Center. The address for the Armstrong Campus is 13040 Abercorn Street, Savannah GA. The Armstrong Campus map linked below will help guide you to the Armstrong Center. From there, you will get checked in and then directed to your residence hall. Students who are approved early arrivals coming prior to August 9 will check in at the University Housing office located in the Compass Point 7000 Building.
Statesboro Campus Students
If you are arriving for Operation Move-In on August 9, residence hall check-in will take place at the Recreation Activities Center (RAC). Traffic will be routed on Akins Boulevard to reach Paulson Stadium. Please use the following GPS address to go to the RAC: 1939 Akins Blvd, Statesboro GA. For students arriving on the Statesboro Campus prior to August 9 as approved early arrivals, your check-in will take place at the University Housing office in Watson Commons. The address for Watson Commons is 1630 Chandler Road, Statesboro GA.
Campus Move-In Maps – Coming Soon
Below you will find maps to assist you for Operation Move-In on August 9. If you are an early arrival prior to August 9 or are planning to arrive after August 11, please do not utilize these maps for navigation for housing check-in.
| Armstrong Campus Residence Halls OMI Check-In Map | Statesboro – Centennial Place OMI Check-In Map |
| Statesboro – Eagle Village OMI Check-In Map | Statesboro – Freedom’s Landing OMI Check-In Map |
| Statesboro – Kennedy Hall OMI Check-In Map | Statesboro – Southern Courtyard OMI Check-In Map |
| Statesboro – Southern Pines OMI Check-In Map | Statesboro – Watson Hall OMI Check-In Map |
Residential Learning Community Move-In
For the Fall 2024 semester, participants in Residential Learning Communities will move in on the regular move-in day of August 9 unless you are participating in a separate early arrival process (Panhellenic Recruitment, Marching Band, etc).
What to Bring
Curious on what to bring to campus when moving in? View our full list of suggested items and learn about what items you should leave home when making the move to Georgia Southern.
Volunteer Opportunities
Assisting students during Operation Move-In is a great way to connect to the campus population and engage with the new class of Georgia Southern Eagles. Sign up to volunteer today!
Last updated: 4/15/2022