Georgia State Alumni

08/27/2026

🐾PANTHERS, LET’S TAKE OUR PRIDE TO ORLANDO!

Join us September 19 for a pregame Alumni tailgate before we take on the UCF Knights.

Grab your friends and family and come out and enjoy delicious BBQ, have a drink on us, and soak up that Georgia State game-day energy.

📅 Saturday, September 19
🕟 Tailgate: 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 UCF Soccer and Track Complex
🏈 Kickoff: 7 p.m. at Acrisure Bounce House

Pick your game-day experience:
$50 Tailgate Only — BBQ, beer & seltzers, parking, games + Panther spirit
$100 Tailgate + Game — Everything above PLUS your game ticket!

And because we know Panthers love a little friendly competition… Wear your best GSU blue for a chance to win a prize for Most Spirited!

Every ticket purchased also gets you two chances to win GSU alumni swag in our raffle. Winners announced by email September 21!

Grab your ticket TODAY!
https://gsualumni-gsu-vs-ucf-tailgate.eventbrite.com

Let’s make some memories Panther family and show Orlando what GSU spirit looks like!

Open to everyone. Minors 17 and under must be accompanied by a ticketed adult guardian. Venue is wheelchair accessible.

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08/24/2026

Who’s ready to reconnect?
Charlotte, we’re only ONE WEEK away from STATE to State in your city!

Come out and meet fellow Panthers in your area.

Grab your ticket Today!
https://gsustschar2026.eventbrite.com/

08/18/2026

Grab your crew, wear your blue, and let’s take over KSU September 12!

Panthers, it’s GAME ON at Kennesaw State University, and we need you to join us for a pregame Tailgate!

We’re bringing the ultimate pregame experience, featuring:

🎧 DJ spinning all afternoon
🎁 Giveaways & prizes
🍖 Catered by Big Shanty Smokehouse
🍺🍷 Open beer & wine bar

Ticket options include tailgate-only tickets or a bundle including your GSU vs. KSU game ticket. Kids 12 & under are FREE! Just be sure to grab them an RSVP so we know they’re coming. Parking is INCLUDED in your tailgate ticket!

The Perch Lot at KSU
390 Big Shanty Road, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Tailgate: 4:30–6:30 PM
Kickoff: 7:00 PM

Let's show those Owls what Panther Pride is all about! 💙🐾💙

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS:
$50 Tailgate Only; $100 for Tailgate and Game Day Ticket Bundle.
https://gsualumni-gsu-vs-ksu-tailgate.eventbrite.com

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LET’S GO, PANTHERS!

08/17/2026

Alumni On The Move: Monica L. Baskin (M.S. '94, Ph.D. '99)

Monica L. Baskin, Ph.D., will serve as the next director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center in Richmond, Virginia.
VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center Georgia State University

Monica L. Baskin, Ph.D., will serve as the next director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center pending VCU Board of Visitors approval in September. She is also expected to be named the Lipman chair in oncology. Baskin is the first female director of Massey and the first Black woman to be named d...

08/17/2026

Futures are built on opportunities. Where you go in life usually depends on the doors you choose to go through.

That’s what makes stories like Samuel Oriola’s so inspiring. A Class of 2027 Georgia State University Honors College student, Samuel started his college career studying business, convinced by members of his Nigerian immigrant family to pursue degree that would provide the quickest path to a successful career.

A summer research program offered by the university’s data science program changed everything — it’s where he found his “true passion.” Today, with the help of a scholarship supporting undergraduate research, Samuel’s on his way to becoming a professor and researcher exploring the uses of data science in medical fields to improve patient outcomes.

What doors were opened for you that helped you on your path? Was it a class or program that changed your career plans? Was it a scholarship or other financial support that allowed you to say “yes” to an opportunity? Was it maybe a professor’s encouragement to keep going, their belief that you had what it takes to pursue your dreams?

We’d love to hear about the opportunities that shaped your life. Share your story with us and inspire GSU students to seek out, pursue and walk confidently through the doors that will shape their — and Atlanta’s — future: https://t.gsu.edu/4aiF4ih

08/12/2026

Alumni In The News: Margaret Maurice (M.M. Piano Pedagogy ’08)

Georgia State alumna Margaret Maurice has been selected as one of 10 recipients of the 2026 Creative Renewal Fellowship from the Arts & Science Council and the City of Charlotte. Maurice, an instructional leader at Northwest School of the Arts, a public arts magnet school in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, was recognized for her ongoing work at the intersection of musicianship, arts education, and community impact. The fellowship will provide protected time for artistic renewal, research, and continued growth as an artist and educator. Maurice has also been recognized as North Carolina Fine Arts Educator of the Year, received the Maxine Swalin Award for Outstanding Music Educator, and was named a CMA Foundation Music Teacher of Excellence.

08/07/2026

Alumni On The Move: Derrick Perkins (M.S. '12)

Meritex recently announced the addition of Derrick Perkins as Vice President of Portfolio Management. Prior to joining Meritex, Perkins held leadership roles with IDI Logistics, Brookfield Asset Management, and Leon Capital Group.
Georgia State University

MINNEAPOLIS — Meritex is pleased to announce the addition of Derrick Perkins as Vice President of Portfolio Management. Derrick brings more than 20 years of finance and industrial real estate experience, with expertise spanning portfolio management, investment strategy, acquisitions, and fund form...

08/07/2026

Last night was one for the books!

Thank you to The Avon Theater
for hosting us, Georgia State University School of Music and the incredible student performers for sharing your talents with us, and each and every one of you that came out to enjoy a night of networking with us!

It won’t be long until we all gather again!

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08/04/2026

Alumni On The Move: Tara Uremovich (B.S. '11, M.Ed. '14)

Tara Uremovich was recently promoted as the new Principal of Heards Ferry Elementary School in Fulton County. Prior to joining Heards Ferry, Mrs. Uremovich served as Assistant Principal at Woodland Elementary School.
Fulton County Schools Georgia State University

Tara Uremovich is excited and honored to serve as Principal of Heards Ferry Elementary School. With experience spanning special education, general education, instructional coaching, curriculum support and school administration, she brings a deep commitment to student learning, educator development,....

08/04/2026

GSU Flashback: Atlanta Olympic memories! The start of the Centennial Olympic Games gave Therese Sanders (B.S. ʼ96) the opportunity to be involved in Atlanta history and honor her own. Sanders was involved with the opening ceremony Pow Wow, celebrating a variety of Native American cultures. Authentic weaving techniques, spiritual music and different dances reflected the diversity of the participating tribes and inspired a new sense of appreciation for her roots. What are your memories of the Atlanta Centennial Olympics? Share Your Stories with us at https://t.gsu.edu/4aiF4ih