CSU March Madness 2026: Chapter Recruitment Challenge
It’s game time, Centralians!
From March 1–31, chapters nationwide are competing to see who can recruit the most members. Every new membership, renewal, and returning alum helps your chapter climb the leaderboard.
When you join or renew, you support scholarships, student programs, community impact, and the legacy of Central State University.
Let’s show the nation what CSU spirit looks like.
Marauders rise together!!!!
THE GOAL
✔ Every member recruits at least ONE alumnus
✔ Every event produces signups
✔ CSU ATL finishes at the TOP nationwide
This is about building something bigger than one month — it’s about strengthening the Atlanta chapter’s footprint within Marauder Nation.
CSU ATL March Madness Event Lineup
March 3, 2026 - CSU ATL Giving Day
The CSU Atlanta Alumni Association’s Giving Day is a focused, one‑day fundraising push that rallies alumni, supporters, and friends to invest directly in the success of CSU students. It highlights the chapter’s commitment to scholarships, emergency assistance, student travel support, and community programming that strengthens the CSU presence in the Atlanta Metro area.
Link to Donate: https://csuaa.wildapricot.org/event-6569429
March 4, 2026 - Fried Chicken Wednesday 7PM–9PM
Fried Chicken Wednesday is a beloved HBCU tradition where campuses serve one of the most iconic comfort meals of Black culture. What started as a mid‑week morale booster has become a weekly celebration of community, culture, and campus pride—uniting generations of students around a plate of crispy, seasoned goodness.
Two locations. Double the opportunity.
349 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta or
3061 George Busbee Pkwy NW, Kennesaw
⛪ March 8, 2026 - Marauder Unity Sunday
Fellowship Community Church
4141 Old Fairburn Rd, Atlanta
11:00 AM
A chance for alumni to worship together, reconnect, and strengthen bonds. Join us at the church home of CSU ATL Alum Lasaundra Dudley.
March 14, 2026 - Governors Gun Club Range Day 10 a.m.
The Governors Gun Club Range Day is a hands‑on alumni outing where participants can safely practice shooting, learn range basics, and enjoy time together in a controlled, professional environment. It gives alumni a chance to experience one of the premier indoor ranges in Georgia, whether they’re seasoned shooters or trying it for the first time.
https://csuaa.wildapricot.org/event-6569429 - RSVP and More Details
March 21, 2026 - THe Rivalry Is Back!
The 4th Year of The Rivalry marks the return of one of the most spirited, good‑natured competitions among three proud alumni communities. This annual bowling showdown brings together Central State University, Kennesaw State University, and Wilberforce University for an afternoon of friendly fire, bragging rights, and campus pride. Each chapter shows up ready to compete, cheer, and claim the trophy, making The Rivalry a signature tradition that blends competition, camaraderie, and HBCU excellence.
Link to sign up: https://csuaa.wildapricot.org/event-6569053
March 27, 2026 - Fried Fish Friday 7p.m.
Fried Fish Friday is a beloved HBCU‑rooted tradition that brings alumni together around good food, fellowship, and end‑of‑week relaxation. It draws from the long history of Black Southern fish fries—community gatherings that offered joy, connection, and a sense of home. In the alumni setting, Fried Fish Friday becomes a social meet‑up where Centralians can unwind, catch up, and enjoy a classic comfort meal that carries cultural and nostalgic meaning.
Phenomenal Seafood
2495 East-West Connector, Austell
THE GOAL
✔ Every member recruits at least ONE alumnus
✔ Every event produces signups
✔ CSU ATL finishes at the TOP nationwide
This is about building something bigger than one month — it’s about strengthening the Atlanta chapter’s footprint within Marauder Nation.