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Spotlight Programs Board

Student*University Center
Student Center 3rd floor, Suite 360
Telephone: 404/413-1610
Fax: 404/413-1608
Web:www.gsu.edu/spotlight
E-mail: spotlight@gsu.edu
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. Monday - Friday

Overview

Spotlight is the official programming board for Georgia State. Spotlight coordinates
activities that enhance and enrich the quality of student life by addressing the needs and interests of its diverse student body. A student organization advised through the Student*University Center, Spotlight is a part of the Division of Student Affairs and comprises one executive director and eight committees (Cinefest, Concerts, Graphic Design, Homecoming, Membership, Panther Prowl, Public Relations and Special Events).

Cinéfest

Cinéfest features top box-office films as well as foreign and experimental films and classic restorations seven days a week. Located on the second floor of the University Center, films are free with a Georgia State University Student ID. Look for the schedule at www.gsu.edu/cinefest.

Concerts

Local talent and top bands are highlighted through a variety of campus events. The committee is responsible for all technical commitments made by performers’ contracts and associates.

Graphic Design

The Graphics committee is responsible for designing all materials for Spotlight programs and events.

Homecoming

Homecoming programs held during the annual traditional Homecoming are organized by the committee in collaboration with many campus organizations and departments, including the Georgia State University Alumni Association and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. The committee chooses the theme, plans many of the activities and coordinates a variety of programs to involve students during this annual event.

Membership

Responsible for coordinating volunteer opportunities with committee chairs for smooth running of programs.

Panther Prowl

A monthly event organized by the committee which includes novelty acts, bands and specialty events. The purpose of this event is to enhance the Georgia State community by providing traditional and late-night programming alternatives for students.

Public Relations

The committee promotes Spotlight and its events throughout the Georgia State and Atlanta communities.

Special Events

The committee implements a variety of programming needs for the Georgia State community. Past events have included Spring Fling, Murder Mystery Theatre, Panthers on Ice and the Haunted House, to name a few.