Mark Your Calendars: What to Watch for in This Semester's Events

With a new semester just getting underway, it’s a good time for students, faculty, and staff to look ahead at new and annual events in the campus community to see what might be of interest in the coming months.

Below is a list of many events that are already in the works and on the docket. Mark your calendars and stay up to date with everything happening on campus at www.calendar.gatech.edu.

January

Jan. 13: MLK Keynote Lecture

Jeff Johnson, a journalist, activist, and political commentator, will speak on the topic of “Unclaimed Legacy: Who Will Lead the Next Social Movement?”

Jan. 14: MLK Student Celebration

Enjoy student speeches, cultural performances, and a candlelighting ceremony.

Jan. 26–28: Co-Op and Internship Fair

This annual event is open to all majors. Registration information will be available soon.

February

Feb. 1: Student Day at the Capitol

Tech students gather with legislators to discuss the 2016 legislative session. 

Feb. 2: Campus Services Carnivale

Campus Services hosts this student appreciation event, with free food and other goodies.

Feb. 9: Social Enterprise Career Fair

Students looking for a job in the social entrepreneurship space should plan to attend this fair.

Feb. 6: Postsecret: The Show

The website comes to life in this traveling exhibition, which is making a stop at Tech.

Feb. 11: SCPC Night at the Aquarium

Stay tuned for information on tickets for this one-night event, when the Georgia Aquarium is open exclusively to the Tech community.

Feb. 18: Ivan Allen Jr. Prize

Tech celebrates this annual award for social courage, now in its fifth year, with a day-long symposium. This year’s Ivan Allen Prize recipient is Nancy Parrish.

Feb. 18: Navy SEAL Challenge

Could you be a Navy SEAL? Try the challenge at the Campus Recreation Center.

Feb. 19–20, 25–27: Five Faces for Evelyn Frost

DramaTech Theatre presents its first studio show of the semester, Five Faces for Evelyn Frost.

Feb. 23-24: Commencement Fair

If you’re graduating this semester, this is your one-stop shop for all graduation-related needs.

March

March 16: InVenture Prize Finals

Tech’s premier innovation competition takes place at the Ferst Center and is aired live on television. 

March 21-25: Spring Break

Campus will remain open, but students get a break from classes.

March 29: Take-a-Prof to Lunch

If there’s a professor or staff member you’d like to thank, you can take them to lunch on the cheap through the Student Center.

March 31: Sting Break

This annual campuswide funfest takes place on Fifth Street in Tech Square.

April

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (Take Back the Night – date TBD)

April 6: ACC Innovation Challenge

All ACC schools will participate in this inaugural event, hosted at Tech.

April 8: Ideas 2 SERVE Finals

Students will showcase their innovations and ideas on the theme of social entrepreneurship.

April 11: When the Whistle Blows

The Tech community gathers to remember those who have died during the past year. 

April 14: Rec-a-Palooza

The Campus Recreation Center hosts its annual end-of-year student celebration. 

April 15: Ramblin’ On

All students graduating during the 2016 calendar year are honored at this free Student Alumni Association event. 

April 19: SAA Gift to Tech Celebration

The Student Alumni Association awards its annual philanthropic gift to a campus entity or idea that is voted on by students.

April 20: Student Honors Celebration

High achievers, both undergraduate and graduate, are honored at this annual spring event.

April 22: Earth Day

The Southeast’s largest Earth Day festival is hosted right in the middle of campus.

April 22: Faculty/Staff Honors Lunch

Standout Tech employees are honored at this annual event.

April 28 – May 5: Final Exams

This year’s final schedule is different from in years past and includes reading periods, thanks to recent changes to the Academic Calendar.

April 30: Pi Mile

The annual 3.14-mile road race is hosted by the Alumni Association. 

May

May 2: Relaxation Fest/Midnight Breakfast

The Student Center Programs Council hosts these de-stressing events, with free food. Register early for a Midnight Breakfast slot.

May 6: Ph.D. Hooding

Tech celebrates its doctoral candidates earning their hoods.

May 6: President’s Graduation Celebration

Join graduates on Tech Green to celebrate their Commencement weekend.

May 6-7: Commencement

Undergraduate ceremonies require tickets, but the graduate ceremony is open to all.