University Housing develops inclusive
and dynamic communities where
students form relationships that help
them grow as engaged citizens.
Why live on campus?
“The greatest benefit is the GC community… a natural system of close
encounters between young men and women which stimulate, challenge
and influence each other as they share life lessons.”
- John B. Fox
Rome, GA
Why live on campus?
• Students who live on campus:
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More engaged with faculty
More likely to use campus resources
Have higher GPAs
Graduate sooner
Why live on campus?
• Learn time management skills
• Live with peers and form new
friendships
Why live on campus?
• Students are in a classroom
only 16 of the 168 hours in
a week
• Getting involved outside the
classroom is crucial
Transitioning to Independence
• Parents and family cannot always be there
• Housing staff is here to help
Living With a Roommate
• Make plans over the summer, decide
who’s bringing what
• Communicate with each other
• Get to know the person, not the
Facebook profile
Living With a Roommate
• Use the roommate / suitemate
agreement to prevent issues
• Agreement available online
• Staff is trained to help
Getting Social
• Like GCHousing and your hall’s Facebook Page
• Follow GCHousing on Twitter and Instagram
• Follow Georgia College on Pinterest
• Download the GC Mobile App
• Participate in Community Council and RSA
Service and Convenience
• Convenient parking
• Prompt maintenance response
• One all-inclusive bill
• All utilities (no caps)
• High-speed Internet
• Expanded cable TV (including HD channels)
Laundry
• Use your Bobcat Card
• $1.25 to wash, $.50 to dry
• High-efficiency washers = HE detergent
• Laundry View
• Email and text alerts
Brita Hydration Stations
• Filtered water
• Refill your water bottle on the
way to class
• Reduces our carbon footprint
Recycling on Campus
Safety and Security
• Public Safety
• Card swipe to enter
residence halls
• Emergency notification buttons
• Emergency blue lights
• Video cameras
Move In 2016
• Thursday, August 11
• Details will be mailed July 15th
• Move in time based on your last name
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A-F
G-M
N-Z
Open
7 to 8 a.m.
8 to 9 a.m.
9 to 10 a.m.
10 a.m.
Move In 2016
• Just bring the basics
• Suggested packing list online
• 20 minutes to unload
• Please be kind and move your car
• A driver must remain with the car during unloading
• Bring a plastic tarp in case of rain
Move In 2016
• Cat Crew assistance
from 7 to 10 a.m.
• More info available at
gcsu.edu/housing
Partnered Vendor Programs
• College Products – Loft and fridge rental
• College Avenue -Linen program
• SwakU - Care packages
• Grad Guard - Renters insurance
Additional Communications
• Bobcats email for students
• Campus Link eNewsletter for parents
• Like us on Facebook (@GC Housing)
• Follow us on Twitter (@GCHousing)
• Follow us on Instagram (@GCHousing)
• Renewal starts in December
We’ll see you August 11th!