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Alumni Events

The Office of Alumni Affairs is dedicated to increasing alumni involvement and fellowship by offering a variety of affordable events throughout the state. Alumni and friends are encouraged to participate, make life-long connections, and remain involved with the Hurricane community. Events often include live sporting events, engaging over meals, and playing games that encourage friendly competition. Popular past events include the Annual GSW Night at the Hawks, Annual Night at the Braves, and various gatherings at local breweries and restaurants throughout the state.

Events are added online as they are scheduled. Many have limited registrations so we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible.

Upcoming Events

15 Oct

6th Annual Canes Critters Contest

All Day GSW The 6th Annual Canes Critters Contest kicks off on October 15th, and we can’t wait to see your adorable pets shine. Dust off those pet costumes, grab your camera, and get ready to capture your fur baby’s best look! Entering gives you a shot at winning an amazing prize pack loaded with awesome goodies for both you and your favorite critter. What to include in the email to alumni@gsw.edu: Photo (JPG/JPEG or PNG), pet's name, gender and age (if known), owner's full name, GSW class year (if applicable), address and phone number. Like and share your pet's picture once it is posted to our Canes Critter album. The pet with the most likes gets the prize! Visit the GSW Alumni Association Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GSWAlumniAssociation for all details. The contest is open to all GSW alumni, current students, faculty and staff.

16 Oct

Canes Brew Crew HOCO Social

6:00pm - 7:30pm IceHouse Beer Garden GSW alumni are invited to join us on Friday night for a Homecoming Social featuring live music by Joey Recker and Patrick Cobb. Attendees should pre-register for the event and to qualify for Brew Crew pint glasses and perks (limited to the first 50 alumni to register). For more information, email alumni@gsw.edu.

17 Oct

Annual Canes Chili Cook-Off 2026

5:00pm Alumni Tent next to Soccer Field The GSW Alumni Association will sponsor its annual Canes Chili Cook-Off during the 2026 Homecoming festivities. Prizes awarded for Best Overall and People's Choice. To enter contest, click on graphic and follow the prompts. Entries must be a minimum of 1 gallon each and must be delivered warm/hot to the alumni tent at the soccer fields at 4:30 pm (30 minutes prior to judging). Please be sure to provide an ingredient list for food allergens.

17 Oct

Alumni Homecoming Tailgate

5:30pm Alumni Tent next to Soccer Field The GSW Alumni Association will host its annual tailgate tent until 8 pm. GSW alumni are invited to come by and visit, enjoy food, fellowship, and plan to register for a free gift and some great door prizes.

22 Jan

Columbus Pucks and Chucks

6:00pm (Puck Drop 7:35pm) Mix Market on Broadway, Columbus, GA GSW Alumni are invited to join us in Columbus at 6 pm for fellowship, food and more at the Mix Market on Broadway, followed by River Dragons Hockey vs the Mid-South Monarchs with puck drop at 7:35 pm EST. Registration is $25 and includes pregame beverage & apps, admission to and prime seating at the hockey game, cap, and a puck to chuck on the ice for chance to win additional prize. Those attending pregame will also be entered into drawings for some GSW swag.

Featured Past Events

Some of our most popular annual events include GSW Night at Truist Park, GSW Night at the Atlanta Hawks, and Pucks and Chucks with the Columbus Riverdragons.