Fall 2026 Winter and Holiday Break Dining Hours
November 23 – 24
Statesboro Campus
• Dining Commons: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• GUS Mart JWO (Russell Union): Available during building hours
• GUS Mini Mart at the College of Education: Available during building hours
Savannah Campus
• The Galley: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• GUS Mini Mart at Waters College: Available during building hours
Swainsboro Campus
• RLB: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. / 4 p.m – 6 p.m.
All other dining locations are closed.
November 25
Statesboro Campus
• Dining Commons: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Lunch & option for to go dinner)
• GUS Mart JWO (Russell Union): Available during building hours
• GUS Mini Mart at the College of Education: Available during building hours
Savannah Campus
• The Galley: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Lunch & option for to go dinner)
• GUS Mini Mart at Waters College: Available during building hours
Swainsboro Campus
• RLB: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Lunch & option for to go dinner)
All other dining locations are closed.
November 26 – 27 (Thanksgiving)
All dining locations are closed.
November 28 – 29
Statesboro Campus
• Dining Commons: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• GUS Mart JWO (Russell Union): Available during building hours
• GUS Mini Mart at the College of Education: Available during building hours
Savannah Campus
• The Galley: 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• GUS Mini Mart at Waters College: Available during building hours
Swainsboro Campus
• RLB: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. / 4 – 6:30 p.m.
All other dining locations are closed.
November 30 – December 3 (Final Exams)
All dining locations open their regular hours of operation.
December 4
Statesboro Campus
• Dining Commons: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• Lakeside Dining Commons: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• GUS Mart JWO (Russell Union): Available during building hours
• GUS Mini Mart at the College of Education: Available during building hours
Savannah Campus
• The Galley: 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• GUS Mini Mart at Waters College: Available during building hours
Swainsboro Campus
• RLB: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. / 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. / 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m
All other dining locations are closed.
December 5
Statesboro Campus
• Dining Commons: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• GUS Mart JWO (Russell Union): Available during building hours
• GUS Mini Mart at the College of Education: Available during building hours
Savannah Campus
• The Galley: 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• GUS Mini Mart at Waters College: Available during building hours
Swainsboro Campus
• RLB: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. / 4 – 6:30 p.m.
All other dining locations are closed.
December 6 – 24
Statesboro Campus
• GUS Mart JWO (Russell Union): Available during building hours
• GUS Mini Mart at the College of Education: Available during building hours
Savannah Campus
• GUS Mini Mart at Waters College: Available during building hours
All other dining locations are closed.
December 25 – January 1 (Winter Break)
All dining locations are closed.
January 2 – 3, 2027
Statesboro Campus
• GUS Mart JWO (Russell Union): Available during building hours
• GUS Mini Mart at the College of Education: Available during building hours
Savannah Campus
• GUS Mini Mart at Waters College: Available during building hours
All other dining locations are closed.
Lakeside Dining Commons to Host Annual Thanksgiving Lunch
Lakeside Dining Commons invites everyone to join us for our annual Thanksgiving Lunch on November 18, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.!
Celebrate the holiday season with a delicious selection of Thanksgiving favorites, including traditional meats, savory sides, and all your favorite desserts. Whether you’re looking forward to a classic holiday meal or simply enjoying the festive atmosphere, there will be something for everyone!
Come hungry and join us as we celebrate the season of gratitude with great food and fellowship at Lakeside Dining Commons. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Dining Plan Holders – 1 Meal Swipe
EagleXpress – $12
Credit/Debit – $14.45+tax
Dining Enhancements Coming to the Armstrong Campus
Dining is about more than food. It creates spaces where students gather, connect, and build community. Whether meeting friends between classes, studying over a meal, or celebrating campus traditions, dining plays an important role in the daily life of the Georgia Southern community.
Beginning June 1, Georgia Southern University will enhance dining on the Armstrong Campus by expanding its partnership with Elior Collegiate Dining, a dining provider that already serves students on the East Georgia Campus. The partnership has been successful in bringing greater menu variety, chef-inspired concepts, and student-focused service to East Georgia. By expanding that relationship, the University will bring many of those same benefits to Armstrong.
The enhanced dining program will introduce expanded hours, new dining concepts, and additional options designed to better match student schedules and preferences.
Students can look forward to expanded service at The Galley Dining Commons, which will offer continuous dining service from 7:30am to 7:00pm, seven days a week. The extended hours are designed to provide greater flexibility for students balancing classes, work, activities, and study time.
Across campus, students will also see an expanded range of dining options. New concepts will offer a variety of menu choices including global cuisine, comfort food favorites, fresh salads and bowls, allergen-friendly options, grab-and-go meals, and specialty desserts. These additions are designed to give students more variety and convenient options throughout the day.
Popular campus dining locations will remain available, including Chick-fil-A and Starbucks. Students will continue to enjoy these familiar favorites while also experiencing new dining destinations and expanded menu offerings.
The enhancements reflect the University’s commitment to providing a dining experience that supports both student success and campus life. Dining spaces serve as important gathering places where students connect with peers, build friendships, and engage in the campus community.
By building on a successful partnership and introducing expanded hours and new dining concepts, Georgia Southern is creating a dining program that better reflects the needs and expectations of today’s students.
Additional information about dining concepts, hours, and campus dining events will be shared as the enhancements are implemented.
Now Open: Smoovie at the RAC
Smoovie – Now Open at the RAC
Looking for a quick, refreshing pick-me-up? Smoovie is now serving nutritious, great-tasting smoothies at the RAC on the Statesboro Campus. Perfect for pre- or post-workout fuel, a healthy snack between classes, or a cool treat with friends. Stop by, get smoovin’, and blend wellness into your day!
- Location: RAC
- Fresh smoothies made to order
- Quick, convenient and energizing
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
New Micro Market Opens in Education Building on Statesboro Campus
July 1, 2025
Eagle Dining Services is excited to announce the opening of a new Micro Market in the Education Building on the Statesboro Campus called the “GUS Mini Mart”. Designed with convenience in mind and in partnership with Coca-Cola United Bottling Company, this self-service market brings a fresh selection of snacks, beverages, and grab-and-go meals right to the heart of southern side of campus, making it easier than ever for students, faculty, and staff to refuel between classes or meetings.
The Micro Market is fully self-checkout and open during building hours, offering an easy, contactless shopping experience. Shoppers can pay using debit, credit, Dining Dollars, and EagleXpress—no cash is accepted. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite, a refreshing drink, or something more substantial to get you through the day, the GUS Mini Mart is stocked to meet your needs.
This new location joins our growing list of on-campus retail options focused on accessibility, speed, and flexibility. It’s just one more way Eagle Dining Services is working to enhance the campus experience through modern, student-centered solutions.
Be sure to stop by and check it out next time you’re in the Education Building!