Bobcat Families
The Georgia College Parent and Family Newsletter
June 22-26
- Fall Semester Updates
- Bobcat Box
- Campus Connections
- Bobcat Parent Drop-In
Fall Semester Updates
On Friday you received Dr. Dorman's message to the campus community about Fall semester updates. We are so excited to give students the Georgia College campus experience, but we know that many precautions must be taken to keep our community safe. While fall 2020 will not look exactly like fall semesters of the past, we are all committed to making sure the social, residential, and academic experiences are the best they can be while protecting the health of our community. Bobcats are Bobcats for life, and we only get one shot at making a great first year experience for our students.
In Dr. Dorman's message, you saw the announcement of move-in dates. For students participating in Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment, move-in dates will be August 1-3. For all other students, move-in dates will be August 8-10.
Shortly after housing assignments are released, your family will have the opportunity to select your preferred move-in date.
Speaking of housing assignments, we know your students (and your Target, Amazon, and IKEA shopping carts) are waiting on pins and needles. We are awaiting final approval for our move-in plans and are ready to hit "send" just as soon as we have the blessing of the University System of Georgia. We are so grateful for your patience and understanding of what a complex time we are living in.
We will continue to give you the latest and best information we have on hand. Recognizing that this situation is constantly evolving, you may find that information also evolves. When that happens, we will keep you up-to-date through this newsletter as well as www.gcsu.edu/return.
Bobcat Box - One Week Left to Order!
We know how excited you are to show your Bobcat spirit. Since you can't get to the Bookstore right now to stock up on Georgia College gear, we will send the spirit to you with our brand new Bobcat Box! These one-of-a-kind designs were created just for our Bobcat families, and they are only available for a limited time.
The exclusive Bobcat Box includes:
o Proud Parent recycled cotton twill tote
o Georgia College 12 oz. double wall vacuum insulated tumbler
o Proud Parent 42" vented windproof umbrella
o Georgia College Parent clear car decal
o Proud Parent magnet
All of these items, plus a special message from the Office of Parent and Family Programs, come to you in a custom keepsake box that you can save to collect your student's college memories.
The Bobcat Box is only available during the month of June. Order before June 29 to receive your Bobcat Box before move-in!
Campus Connections
Campus Connections Coaches are members of the Student Life staff. We are all invested in making new students feel welcome and connected to campus, especially with the limitations COVID-19 has placed on your ability to visit!
These weekly interactions might be individual phone calls, texts, e-mails, or group video chats to help students meet their peers. Coaches will be providing information about campus resources, opportunities to interact with current student leaders, and answer your students' questions.
By now your student should have interacted with their Campus Connection Coach a few times. Please encourage your student to check their Bobcats e-mail at least a few times each week so they don't miss anything!
Bobcat Parent Drop-Ins
Register for a Thursday morning drop-in here. In addition to the morning sessions, we will hold an evening session at 5:30 p.m. on July 16. Register for the evening session here!
Contact
Email: emily.jarvis@gcsu.edu
Website: gcsu.edu/parent
Location: Parks Hall 206
Phone: (478) 445-8566
Facebook: facebook.com/bobcatfamilies