Event Date |
Time |
Event Name |
Location |
Price |
Number of Attendees |
Thursday, October 6 |
Thursday, October 6 |
4:30pm-7:30pm |
GSU Alumni Art 2016 Show -- GSU Visual Arts Gallery
Curated by Sergio Gomez, director of exhibitions at the Zhou B. Art Center, director of Art NXT Level Projects, faculty at South Suburban College. |
GSU Visual Art Gallery |
Free |
N/A |
Friday, October 7 |
Friday, October 7 |
5pm |
JAGUAR Jamboree,
Women Basketball Game 5 PM,
Men Basketball Game 6 PM |
GSU Gym |
Free |
|
Friday, October 7 |
6:30 pm-9:00pm |
the event is filled to capacity
Generations Meet and Greet: All College Reception, “Adult Event – No Children” and One Guest.
The College of Arts & Sciences,
College of Business,
College of Education, and
College of Health and Human Services
has joined the GSU Foundation to plan a festive and exciting evening for our alumni.
Pre-registration is required for this event. |
E-Lounge |
Please Register
the number
and Names of attendees |
|
Friday, October 7 |
6:30 - 8:00 PM |
Share Your Story
You are invited to tell us your fondest story or memory of GSU on camera. - Sponsored by the GSU Library. |
E-Lounge |
Free |
|
Saturday, October 8 |
Saturday, October 8 |
9:30 am |
Registration |
|
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Saturday, October 8 |
All Day |
Recreation and Fitness Center
Family and Friends Weekend participants may use the fitness center for free with their wristband.
Stop at the fitness center front desk to sign in. |
Fitness Center |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday, October 8 |
10:00am |
Run, Walk Stroll & Roll
Departs from F-Wing Entrance - Self-Guided, Go-at-Your-Own-Pace (Maps provided)
Looking for a chance to get physical while taking in some fresh air? Join us for a non-competitive run, walk, stroll, or roll around GSU's grounds. Refreshments afterwards at E/F Wing Entrance. Sponsored by College of Health and Human Services.
|
Departs from F-Wing Entrance |
Free |
|
Saturday, October 8 |
10:00am - 12:00pm |
Story Time Wonderland- Library
Fairytales, ghost stories, and more…OH MY! Join us for stories fit for kids of all ages. Participants can journey to different parts of the wonderland to hear various stories and create fun story-themed crafts. Sponsored by the GSU Dual Degree Program |
Library |
Free |
|
Saturday, October 8 |
10:00am - 3:00pm |
Indoor Pool - Open Swim
Enjoy a relaxing dip in the indoor pool during open swim hours! Free for all Family and Friends Weekend participants with a valid wristband.
|
Fitness Center |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday, October 8 |
10:00am - 4:00pm |
University Bookstore Open
Enjoy a 20% off discount on GSU-imprinted items (excluding sales merchandise). |
Bookstore |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday, October 8 |
12:00pm - 5:00pm |
Face Painting
Show your GSU spirit by having GSU's mascot painted on your face or any other design you would like. |
Hall of Govenors |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday, October 8 |
12:00pm - 5:00pm |
Photo Booth
Grab your family and take some funny photos to commemorate GSU's Family and Friends Weekend. |
Hall of Govenors |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday, October 8 |
12:00pm - 5:00pm |
Caricature Artist
Get a caricature portrait to remind you of your wonderful experience at GSU's Family and Friends Weekend. |
Hall of Govenors |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday, October 8 |
12:00pm - 5:00pm |
Magical Ballons
The Balloon Man will be roving around campus during our Community Open House distributing custom-made balloon characters. |
Hall of Govenors |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday October 8 |
12:00pm - 5:00pm |
Stuff-a-Bear
Build a cuddly friend to take home! All stuffed animals will include an outfit to wear. Animals are $10 each and supplies are limited. |
Hall of Honors |
$10 |
N/A |
Saturday October 8 |
12:00pm - 6:00pm |
Grill and Chill
Wonder what your student is eating? Stop by the Cafe and have lunch with the family. Lunch menu will consist of hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and a drink. |
Cafe |
Fee to purchase |
N/A |
Saturday October 8 |
12:30pm - 3:00pm |
BINGO |
Engbretson Hall |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday October 8 |
1:00pm - 2:00pm |
A Parent’s Guide to Freshman Year: Roundtable Discussion
We invite families of the ‘Class of 2020’ to join us for a discussion of the freshmen experience at GSU. Various GSU staff who work directly with freshmen will be available to share first-hand observations and answer questions. Light refreshments will be served.
|
D1496 |
Free |
|
Saturday October 8 |
1:00pm - 3:00pm |
Passport World
Have fun learning about other cultures from GSU’s international students who share information about the culture of their home countries. Sponsored by the International Cultural Organization and the Office of International Services |
CPA Lobby |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday October 8 |
1:00pm - 3:00pm |
Open Volleyball |
GSU GYM |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday October 8 |
1:00pm - 3:00pm |
Scavenger Hunt
Challenge yourself to find the locations on our scavenger hunt list in GSU’s newly renovated library. Snap a picture of yourself at each spot. All participants will receive a small gift. Those who find all the locations on our list can enter to win a raffle prize. |
Library |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday, October 8 |
1:00pm - 4:00pm |
Family Development Center Open House
Bounce over to the Family Development Center for our Open House! Stop by the Family Development
Center to see the award-winning accredited center where GSU Early Childhood Education students learn
their craft. Your children can play on the playground, in the gym, and in classrooms. Fun for ages birth
to five! The College of Education is sponsoring the Bounce House for our young visitors at the Family
Development Center. |
Family Development Center |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday October 8 |
2:00pm - 5:00pm |
Make Your Move
2:00 - 3:00 -- Steppin'
3:00 - 4:00 -- Salsa
4:00 - 5:00 -- Line Dancing |
Cafeteria |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday October 8 |
3:00pm |
Film - Zootopia
Join us for this blockbuster film! We will provide popcorn and drinks to go along with the movie. Bring the whole family and enjoy!
|
Engbretson Hall |
Free |
N/A |
Saturday October 8 |
4:30pm - 6:30pm |
Wine & Painting Party
Uncork your hidden talent and join friends and fellow alumni for a fun painting party. No experience necessary. Roll your sleeves up and get creative. Artist will guide you with step-by-step instructions to complete your masterpiece. Must be 21 or older. Space is limited. $35 per person. Sponsored by GSU Alumni Association and the College of Arts and Sciences. |
Cafeteria Annex |
$35 per attendee
Please Register
the number
and Names of attendees (Payment taken at the door) |
|
Saturday October 8 |
7:00pm |
Student Fashion Fusion --
Enjoy the talents of our outstanding GSU students, the show will amaze you! Don’t miss the crowning of Mr. and Ms. GSU! |
Center for Performing Arts |
GSU Student Free w/ID |
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