University Advancement

GCSU alumni and family invited to Lockerly in Lights

Event Saturday, December 16, 2023

Seasons Greetings alumni and friends! Lockerly Arboretum and the Office of Alumni Relations invites you and your families to see the spectacular Lockerly in Lights display. Lockerly Arboretum is offering a special ticket discount to GCSU alumni and their families for the walk-through tour Saturday, Dec. 16. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under and must be purchased in advance. Click here to purchase tickets and for more information about the event. Be sure to...

Join us in honoring Floyd V. Anderson

Announcement Friday, September 1, 2023

Please join us Saturday, Sept. 9 at 2:30 p.m. for a special dedication in memory of Floyd V. Anderson. This gathering of Floyd’s family, friends, GCSU alumni, faculty and staff will take place at Lake Laurel’s Pavilion. Please let us know if you are joining us by registering for free here: https://alumni.gcsu.edu/Anderson. Light refreshments will be provided. If you would like to honor Floyd, please consider making a gift to the Floyd V. Anderson Memorial Endowed Scholarship here...

Join us in honoring Floyd V. Anderson

Event Saturday, September 9, 2023

Volunteers Needed for Bobcat Brigade 2023

Announcement Tuesday, July 25, 2023

We are thrilled to announce the Bobcat Brigade will take place this year on Monday, August 21 and Tuesday, August 22! We need volunteers to participate in one-hour shifts between 7:45 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the Make-A-Wish Fountain (Next to A&S). All you need to bring is your smiling face and willingness to help students find their way around campus as we start the 2023 academic year! Please fill out the sign-up sheet with your time preference(s). Sign-up to Volunteer for Bobcats Brigade...

Nadirah Mayweather made director of Alumni Relations

Announcement Friday, July 14, 2023

Nadirah Mayweather, ’08, ’10, began her new role as director of Alumni Relations for Georgia College & State University July 5. She’ll mix her prior knowledge and new experiences to continue connecting alumni with campus and each other. Mayweather was director of the university’s Cultural Center for nearly four years. During that time, she built relationships with students, faculty, staff and alumni. Mentoring students was Mayweather’s most meaningful accomplishment. She had mentors...

New director of Alumni Relations is ready to bring Bobcats together

News Story Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Nadirah Ross Mayweather, ’08, ’10, loves making connections with fellow Bobcats. It’s something she thrives at. In her new role as director of Alumni Relations for Georgia College & State University—she’ll mix her prior knowledge and new experiences to continue connecting alumni with campus and each other. “I love Georgia College,” she said. “I've worked in different areas on campus and learned how this institution is fashioned over the years. One of the things I love about this place...

Advancement Services has moved to the Depot

Announcement Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Advancement Services staff has moved to the Depot. All Foundation deposits and correspondence should be hand-delivered to the Depot (610 W. Greene St.) or mailed to CBX 96. Please call ext. 5400 if you have any questions.

Deadline for Foundation and Alumni payment requests

Announcement Thursday, June 1, 2023

As we near the end of the fiscal year, please keep in mind the following cut-off date for “Check Requests for Foundation or Alumni Funds.” ALL payment requests must be received in our office by 12 p.m., Wednesday, June 21, for the check run scheduled on Friday, June 23. In the event that you have any FINAL invoices past that date in June, we will process a final check run of Fiscal Year 2023 on Friday, June 30. IMPORTANT: In working towards recording all expenditures for Fiscal Year...

African American Alumni Council (AAAC) Award Nominations Being Accepted

Announcement Thursday, May 4, 2023

The African American Alumni Council (AAAC) is now accepting nominations for their Trail Blazer Dove Award and the Keepers of the Promise Award which are presented annually during Alumni Weekend. If you know of a deserving individual, please submit your nomination by June 15, 2023 using the appropriate link below. The AAAC Trailblazer Dove Award is a special award given to a minority alum for outstanding achievement in bridging the gap between the community and university. Link to...

GCSU Retiree Association’s Annual Spring Meeting Thursday, May 11, 3 - 5 p.m. at the new Andalusia Interpretive Center

Announcement Monday, April 24, 2023

Georgia College & State University Retiree Association’s Annual Spring Meeting will be Thursday, May 11, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the new Andalusia Interpretive Center on Highway 441. The event will include time to socialize with food and door prizes. The meeting includes President Cathy Cox sharing updates and Dr. Bob Wilson (virtually) talking about his new book, "125 Years of Georgia College" (1889-2014) The History of Georgia's Public Liberal Arts University. The meeting location allows...

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