UNIVERSITY HOUSING

The goal of the Department of University Housing is to provide a positive living-learning environment for all on-campus students. Georgia College & State University has completed a major housing renovation and construction program. There are seven residence halls available in addition to The Village Apartments at West Campus. Rooms are assigned using a priority system based on date of application and payment of a deposit/room reservation fee. Incoming students may apply for housing once they have confirmed their admission with GCSU. A meal plan is available, though not required for upperclassmen.

When accepting a room assignment, the student agrees to abide by the rules and regulations established by the University, including carrying at least five academic hours each semester (seven hours for first-year students). Exceptions to the five-hour minimum requirement may be granted through the Department of University Housing. Each residence hall is staffed by a Hall Director. All residence halls have at least one student on each floor who serves as either a Resident Assistant (RA) or Community Assistant (CA). The RAs and CAs represent the Department of University Housing, provide assistance to the residents, and strive to build community in the building.

LIVING-LEARNING COMMUNITIES

Living-Learning Communities are theme based academically centered housing options that are available for students. There are six living-learning communities in the residence halls.

• Casa Mondo: An international community where the focus of the community is pairing U.S. Students with students from various countries around the globe.
• Entrepreneurship: This community will explore the meaning of entrepreneurship and innovation with others who share the same interests.
• Fine Arts: A community who has an active interest in the pursuit of students who share an appreciation for the theatre and creative writing.
• Honors: For students who are a part of the honors program and wish to live and interact with individuals in the honors program.
• Leadership: A community devoted especially to those who want to enhance their leadership development.
• Wellness: A community devoted to students who have an interest in wellness related issues.

RESIDENCE HALL ACCOMMODATIONS

All halls offer suite-style housing (two rooms sharing a full bath) with men and women housed on each floor. Each room is fully furnished and is equipped with wireless Internet, local telephone access, and cable offering approximately 70 different channels including four channels of HBO. All utilities are included.

University Housing has 833 apartment beds available at The Village at West Campus for upper class and graduate students. The apartments operate on a 12-month lease. There are 4-bedroom and a limited number of 1&2-bedroom apartments available. Each apartment has a furnished common area shared by all occupants of the apartment and a furnished private bedroom for each occupant. Apartments also have a full kitchen with a dishwasher and a washer and dryer available either inside the unit or in a common area on the same level as the apartment. All utilities are included in the rent.

For additional information on The Village, please call (478)-804-4690 or e-mail the.village@gcsu.edu

UPPERCLASSMAN/GRADUATE STUDENT HOUSING

University Housing has 833 apartment beds available at The Village at West Campus for upper class and graduate students. The apartments operate on a 12-month lease. There are 4-bedroom and a limited number of 1&2-bedroom apartments available. Each apartment has a furnished common area shared by all occupants of the apartment and a furnished private bedroom for each occupant. Apartments also have a full kitchen with a dishwasher and a washer and dryer available either inside the unit or in a common area on the same level as the apartment. All utilities are included in the rent.

For additional information on The Village, please call (478)-804-4690 or e-mail the.village@gcsu.edu

THE WELLNESS DEPOT

The GCSU community has a unique opportunity to engage in wellness activities such a regular exercise at the Wellness Depot, a restored train depot transformed into an attractive, functional fitness center. With a full line of strength training and cardio machines, the Depot is a great facility for the novice exerciser or an experienced fitness enthusiast. GCSU's Wellness Programs also offers a variety of healthy lifestyle educational programs and activities throughout the year.

ATHLETIC COMPLEX LOCATED AT WEST CAMPUS

The athletic complex consists of soccer, baseball, and softball fields, eight tennis courts, outdoor education and athletic offices, a training room, and an outdoor education classroom. A shelter and picnic facility are also located at the complex. Bobcat Village and numerous recreational facilities are adjacent to the athletic complex, as is the Intramural Complex.

ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS

ART EXHIBITIONS

The Department of Art provides an exhibition program that brings to the campus contemporary works of art in ceramics, drawing, fiber arts, installation, painting, photography, printmaking, performance art, sculpture, and time based media by recognized artists. Exhibitions are held in the University's Blackbridge Hall Art Gallery.

ARTS UNLIMITED COMMITTEE

The Arts Unlimited Committee, made up of students, faculty and staff, brings programs to the University and community on various topics of cultural and social interest. The Town and Gown Series, a program sponsored by the Arts Unlimited Committee in conjunction with the Milledgeville-Baldwin County Allied Arts, offers lectures, concerts and dramatic productions throughout the year. Arts Unlimited is coordinated through the College of Arts and Sciences.

CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD

The Campus Activities Board is responsible for planning, scheduling, and publicizing films, concerts, novelty acts, dances, and other campus events. The program provides opportunities for students to develop interests and skills in many areas. Events are open to all students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

CHORAL ACTIVITIES

Max Noah Singers: The Max Noah Singers, named in memory of the former chairman of the Music Department, is a choral group made up of select singers. Emphasis is placed on polished performance of the best literature in all genres. The group takes an annual tour each spring term. Open to all members of the University community by audition. Students may receive academic credit for participation.

University Chorus: The Georgia College & State University Chorus is a group of singers who perform a variety of choral selections from all periods of music history. The group presents concerts on campus each semester. Membership is open to all University students, faculty and staff by audition. Students may receive academic credit for participation.

Women's Ensemble: A non-auditioned choral organization focusing on the study and performance of a variety of choral literature specifically for women's voices. Open to any female members of the University community. Students may receive academic credit for participation.

CULTURAL EVENTS SERIES

A varied selection of programs, including recitals, concerts, lectures, poetry readings, and theatrical and dance performances, is offered each semester. These programs are sponsored in part by the Department of Music and Theatre, Arts Unlimited and the Division of Continuing Education and Public Services.

DANCE

There are two dance programs available at GCSU:  a non-credit, community dance program and a minor in dance program.  All university students are welcome to participate in both programs.  The Nutcracker and two spring dance concerts are the three yearly performing opportunities.  There are classes that are open to anyone from the beginner to the advanced dance student.  Both dance programs are housed in the Theatre Department.

RADIO

Georgia College & State University operates a student-run 10-watt educational FM radio station, WGUR, at 88.9 FM. The Georgia College & State University radio station provides opportunities for students to experience all facets of radio station operation, including live broadcasts of activities and events.

THEATRE

The faculty directed season has three productions per year, and numerous guest artists. In addition, student directed work - designed for smaller, more adventurous plays are produced each year. Auditions are held each term for each production. Look for announcements through campus e-mail and posted on bulletin boards around campus or contact the main office at (478) 445-4226.

INSTRUMENTAL ACTIVITIES

Chamber Music: There are a variety of chamber ensembles open by audition to all members of the University, including string ensemble, woodwind quintet, brass quintet, percussion ensemble, jazz combo and others as personnel allows. Whether your instrument is alto sax or xylophone, or anything in between, the Music and Theatre Department will try to find an enjoyable music activity for you. Call (478) 445-4226 for more information.

Concert Band: The Georgia College & State University Concert Band is open to all interested instrumental musicians on campus. This group performs a variety of band literature each semester. This is the main instrumental group on campus and its members represent all schools and major areas of the University. Students may receive academic credit for participation.

Jazz Band: The Georgia College & State University Jazz Band is an auditioned group. To audition, all participants must be a performing member of the Concert Band, with the exception of the vocalist, bass guitar and pianist. This group performs a variety of music that includes jazz, swing and blues. The Jazz Band performs at campus concerts each semester, community events and travels on a recruitment tour each Spring. Students may receive academic credit for participation.

Pep Band: The Georgia College & State University Pep Band performs at all home men's and women's basketball games and at the annual Peach Belt NCAA II tournament. Membership in this award-winning group is open to members of the Concert Band by audition, which is held in the Fall. Each member receives a stipend for participation.

Anyone interested in the following groups should contact the Department of Music and Theatre, Georgia College & State University, CBX 066, Milledgeville, GA 31061, or telephone (478) 445-4226.

RELIGIOUS LIFE

Adjacent to the campus are two religious centers, Baptist Collegiate Ministries and the Wesley Foundation. Each center is coordinated by a full-time minister and sponsors a variety of programs. Local churches offer fellowship and special programs for college students in addition to weekly services.

STUDENT PUBLICATIONS

The Colonnade is the Georgia College & State University student newspaper published throughout the academic year. The staff is composed of students and the faculty adviser.

The Peacock's Feet is an interdisciplinary student-oriented magazine that publishes poetry, fiction, and art by members of the Georgia College & State University community.

The Corinthian: The Journal of Student Research at GCSU publishes high-quality articles by GCSU students and abstracts of scholarly and research articles and presentations by GCSU students and their faculty collaborators. The Corinthian is sponsored by the Office of Academic Affairs and the Graduate School and Research Services.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

The Student Government Association's purpose is to deal with issues concerning students, to promote understanding within the University community, and to administer all matters that are delegated to the student government by the President of Georgia College & State University. The responsibility for the governing of the student body is vested in the students themselves. Officers are elected each Spring Semester on an annual basis by the student body. The SGA has representation on most university-wide councils and committees.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Over 200 clubs, organizations, and honorary societies exist for students who are eligible to participate. For a comprehensive list of student organizations at Georgia College & State University, please visit our Web site at http://info.gcsu.edu/intranet/campuslife.