Alumni Association

Mission 

The Mission of Georgia Southwestern State University Alumni Association is to unite and encourage alumni loyalty, support and involvement in the University. 

Alumni Legacy Scholarship
In an effort to increase enrollment and retention of students at GSW, the Alumni Association utilizes donations to offer scholarships to incoming and current students with family members who are alumni.  The scholarship application deadline for the 2019-2020 school year is Friday, February 15, 2019.   

Alumni Association Awards

Aeolian Award
This award is chosen based on outstanding lifetime achievement as a distinguished alumni and community leader. To nominate an alumni for the Aeolian Award please complete this form. 

Leewynn J. Finklea Award
Named in honor of our first alumni director, this award recognizes outstanding alumni service to GSW. To nominate an alumni for the Leewynn Finklea award, please complete this form. 

Professor of the Year Award
The previous year's graduating seniors nominate a professor who has excelled in their profession. The GSW Alumni Association presents this award during Spring commencement on behalf of our newest alumni.

Outstanding Staff Member Award
This award recognizes members of GSW staff who have tirelessly assisted alumni above the call of duty.

Update Your Information

Click here to update your alumni record with address or career changes and to share marriage, birth or death information. View your alumni record in our Online Alumni Directory.

A Word Before You Go

The GSW Alumni Association compiles an annual book of advice from our distinguished alumni to be given to our newest alumni during the graduation ceremony that marks their entrance into the GSW alumni family.  Please click here to submit a quote.