Venues
Nessmith-Lane Conference Center
“Located on the Statesboro Campus of Georgia Southern University, the state-of-the-art Nessmith-Lane Center offers all of the services of a first-rate conference center. Whether you are planning a conference, business meeting, executive retreat, workshop, seminar, symposia or wedding reception, our friendly and knowledgeable staff are waiting to serve your needs. Our professional staff at Nessmith-Lane can ensure a stellar experience.”
Capacity: 400 (Southern Ballroom), 376 (Auditorium)
Amenities: Wireless internet access, meeting rooms of varying size, exhibit hall, video conferencing capabilities, audiovisual support, convenient free parking
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Make a reservation: On Campus Department or Organization | Community Members
Russell Student Union
Capacity: Varies depending on set-up (Ballroom), up to 100+ (meeting rooms)
Amenities: Wireless internet access, stage, round and buffet tables available for set-up, meeting rooms of varying size, exhibit hall, video conferencing capabilities, audio visual support, convenient free parking
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Make a reservation: On Campus Department or Organization | Community Members
Other Venues
Blue Tie Catering assists in events in a variety of other venues on campus and around the Statesboro community.
- Professional Development Center (IT Building)
- Williams Center
- Belle House
- Wildlife Center
- Botanic Gardens
Armstrong Center
Ballroom
The main ballroom serves the center as a dining area for receptions, parties, and banquets for as many as 350 guests. It is equally functional for a lecture or presentation with an audience of up to 500 in single level, theater-style seating. The ballroom can also be divided into three sections to accommodate smaller groups and events.

Grand Lobby
The grand lobby is the perfect venue for a variety of programs and events such as small luncheons and dinners, as well as an ideal location for exhibits connected to conferences or trade shows.
Amenities: Wireless internet access, meeting rooms of varying size, executive boardrooms, auditorium, convenient parking
View Floor Plan and Meeting Spaces (coming soon)

Other Venues
- Student Union
- Alumni Arena/ Sports Center
- Burnett Hall
- University Hall
- Solms Hall
- Fine Arts
Last updated: 1/6/2021