06/15/2026
Georgia State University's Panther Band — the Sound of Downtown — has been selected to perform at the FIFA Fan Festival™ at Centennial Olympic Park this summer, joining a lineup of nationally recognized artists such as Killer Mike, Ludacris and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra as Atlanta takes center stage for the FIFA World Cup.
https://t.gsu.edu/4aHdvi6
06/02/2026
Thirty years ago, the Olympic Games came to Atlanta and Georgia State, and their impact is still shaping Georgia State today.
Discover the stories of the people who helped make the Games happen, the moments they witnessed and how an Olympic vision helped fuel Georgia State's rise.
From student housing to the Panthers’ football stadium to downtown revitalization and global recognition, the legacy of the Centennial Games can still be seen across Georgia State and Atlanta 30 years later.
Read more about the lasting legacy of the 1996 Olympics and their impact on Georgia State and downtown Atlanta in Part II of The Golden Opportunity.
https://t.gsu.edu/43OUvdH
05/27/2026
Carrying this energy into summer 🎓☀️
Two weeks ago, our Panthers crossed the stage and now they’re taking that momentum forward!
Here’s a look back at graduation and the start of everything ahead.
05/26/2026
This summer, GSU is bringing the FIFA World Cup 26™ to campus with FREE public watch parties, live events and interactive experiences as part of Summer of Soccer.
📍 GSU Campus Watch Parties
Big screens. Indoors. Comfortable seating. Giveaways. Concessions. Game‑day energy.
All watch parties take place at the GSU Convocation Center.
🗓️ Watch party dates:
• Sunday, June 21 (Spain vs. Saudi Arabia)
• Wednesday, July 1 – Round of 32
• Tuesday, July 7 – Round of 16
• Wednesday, July 15 – Semifinal
Beyond the matches, enjoy REC Fest, Soccer Hangouts, Soccer Skills Challenges and immersive soccer experiences at the Creative Media Industries Institute (CMII).
🎟️ Watch parties are FREE
📲 Full schedule & details: https://t.gsu.edu/4fFB1zp