With March Madness underway, D.C.-based alumni groups from participating schools will be gathering at local watering holes to watch the games. If you’re looking for friendly faces, contact the local alumni group of your university to see what’s going on. Following is info for a handful of area alumni groups. All information and quotes were emailed by an alumni representative.

» Gonzaga University (vs. Southern 4:10 p.m. Thursday; zagsonline.org): Gonzaga is no longer Cinderella, but a top contender. Alumni will gather 30 minutes prior to tip-off at Maddy’s Taproom (maddystaproom.com), where fans can get a Bulldog Shot made of peppermint and blackberry schnapps and cranberry juice. “Though we are far away from GU Campus, we are with them in spirit and supporting them 110 percent. We are Zags for life.” – Christelle Gorman, Washington, D.C. Gonzaga Alumni Chapter president