Operation Move-In

Georgia Southern Students Arrive for Fall Semester

Many of our alumni can still remember their first day on the True Blue campus and why they decided to attend Georgia Southern. The reasons are varied — but not all that different from the ones expressed by the new freshmen class now settled into nine residence halls across campus this fall.

Some were lured by the football team, the University Honors Program, Sweetheart Circle or even the lore of Beautiful Eagle Creek. Others say they fell in love with the University’s traditions and history, followed parents or brothers and sisters to Georgia Southern, or were attracted by the diversity of students, classes and activities. Whatever their reason for coming, the University enrolled nearly 5,000 freshmen this fall. On Move-in Day we checked with several to find out why they chose Georgia Southern. – Sandra Bennett

Crystal Palmer
Athens, Ga.

“Once I visited Georgia Southern, I knew I would come here. I am not a city girl and this is kind of a remote campus. I am looking forward to getting these first two years over with so that I can get into the nursing classes that everyone speaks of so highly. I am also very excited about the Recreation Activity Center. The facility is huge and I plan to take full advantage of it.”

Myrriame Dosso
Norcross, Ga.

“I chose Georgia Southern because when I came to visit it was such a friendly and nice place. I liked the dorms, the programs, and especially the pre-med program because that is what I am interested in. I am looking forward to entering the athletics training program, meeting new people and getting started with my career by interning.”

 

Jacob Murphy
Atlanta, Ga.

“A lot of my friends’ brothers and sisters came here and they always talked about the opportunities this school has to offer. Also, I like the beautiful campus, the friendly people and the laid back attitude.”

 

Christina Jones
Savannah, Ga.

“I decided to come here because it was close to home, but not at home. I considered different majors, and decided the business program at Georgia Southern was one of the best.”