UPCOMING EVENTS
April 18: Take Back the Day 5K
Registration: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Kick-off: 8:45 AM
Amphitheatre, Summerville Campus
Runners: $30
Walkers: $5 for students; $10 for individuals; $15 for families
Awards wil be given to the overall top male and female finishers as well as to the top male and female finishers in each age division. Day-of shirts available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Proceeds benefit Rape Crises & Sexual Assault Services.
#TakeBackTheDay
April 20: Reconcile Your Bank Statement – Money Smart Week
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Reese Library, 2nd Floor Gallery, Summerville Campus
Sponsored by the GRU Libraries
Ever been surprised by negative funds in your bank account? Learn how to make sure that doesn’t happen again by reconciling your bank statement! Presented by Dr. Mike Dugan of the Hull College of Business at Georgia Regents University.
April 21: Eat More, Pay Less – Money Smart Week
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Reese Library, Room 304, Summerville Campus
Sponsored by the GRU Libraries
Food. Can’t live without it, but it certainly can be expensive. Learn how to reduce your monthly food bill with practical shopping strategies. Presented by Erin Prentiss, Reference and Instruction Librarian with the Georgia Regents University Libraries.
April 23: Class of 2015 Celebration
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Grove, Summerville Campus
Sponsored by the Office of Advancement
All seniors graduating in 2015 are invited to join the Alumni Association for a special event with food and fun celebrating their upcoming graduation as they are welcomed to the GRU Alumni family.
Dress: Casual ; Cost: Free
April 23: Student Loan Repayment Strategies
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Reese Library, 2nd Floor Gallery, Summerville Campus
Greenblatt Library, Room AB-211, Health Sciences Campus
Sponsored by the GRU Libraries
Feeling bogged down by student loan debt? Learn how you can manage what you owe. Presented by Kelly Savoie, Director of Business Development at Sallie Mae.
April 23: 19th Annual Take Back the Night Rally
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Maxwell Theatre Lawn, Summerville Campus
Community Information & Special Activities: 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Speakers & Candlelight Campus March: 7:00 – 8:00 PM
April 23: Apollo 13 Movie Screening
7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Amphitheatre, Summerville Campus
Sponsored by the Office of Advancement
Get ready for the Signature Event by joining us under the stars for a free movie screening of Apollo 13 on the big screen. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and snacks.
Free childcare will be available for this event. Please contact at the Alumni Office at alumni@gru.edu to secure a spot for your child.
April 25: 2015 Alumni Weekend Signature Event
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Maxwell Theatre, Summerville Campus
Sponsored by the Office of Advancement
Join us for the third annual Alumni Weekend Signature Event. This year’s event will feature Captain Jim Lovell and Mission Flight Control Director Gene Kranz, who together brought the legendary Apollo 13 back home safely after an oxygen tank exploded in flight. Come hear about their experiences on this historic mission.
Dress: Business Casual
Cost: $10 for Alumni, $15 for Non-Alumni
April 30: Relaxation Tea Station
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
JSAC Breezeway, Summerville Campus
Sponsored by Student Health Services
Come enjoy some free tea during finals week!