51²è¹Ý

One Pride Family Programs

GC One Pride Family Program is a guide for supporting students through their journey while at 51²è¹Ý College.

Parents will gain a greater awareness of all the resources students have access to while at 51²è¹Ý. Through the GC One Pride Family program we offer guidance to parents on how they can support their child while in college, clarity on preparing to send a student off to college and helping a student transition after graduating.  GC One Pride Family Programs is great for families to become more familiar with the 51²è¹Ý College Campus as well as explore the city of 51²è¹Ý. We hope to make all families feel supported, enriched and engaged, and look forward to having everyone connected.

Fall 2026 Family Programs at HOmecoming

Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 4pm-5pm, Student Center

Parents and families, join us during Homecoming for One Pride Family Programs on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 4–5 p.m. in the Student Center!

Between the games and Homecoming festivities, drop in to connect with other families, faculty, and staff over coffee and pastries. Create a care package for your student, test your knowledge with a fun 51²è¹Ý resource game, and discover ways to support your student’s success—in college and beyond.

Whether you stop by for a few minutes or stay the full hour, we look forward to welcoming you. You’re part of the Pride, too! Registration is welcome but not required, or the box below.

Dr. Josh Fitzgerald, 51²è¹Ý class of 2019

“I loved the GC Honors program and 51²è¹Ý. I felt safe and a sense of genuine belonging at the college. I worked closely with my thesis advisor and professors who helped inspire me to define my path and passion of interest. That path has led me to complete my doctoral studies in Engineering Mechanics.â€�

- Dr. Josh Fitzgerald, Class of ’19, Mathematics Major

Dr. Josh Fitzgerald earned his master's from Virginia Tech University (studied astrodynamics) as well as earning an Engineering Mechanics Ph.D. He joined the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX as an Advanced Mission Design Engineer, optimizing trajectories for the Artemis II and III missions to return humans to the moon.