To support and aid graduate students at UMBC. GSA is here to serve YOU, the graduate! Please visit our website for information for filling out forms, etc.
Come to us with questions/concerns about travel & research reimbursements, campus events, help with writing, and more. Check into GSA's Facebook account for information updates, even info, and important announcements from your UMBC GSA office! Also, be a part of us on MyUMBC on our groups page! Feel free to post event ideas, comments on past events, praise, etc.
05/04/2026
Welcome everyone! We're excited to have you join us for the COEIT Townhall.
Join us for the COEIT Townhall and share your ideas, ask questions, and help shape the future of the College of Engineering & Information Technology.
🍕 Free Pizza Provided!
📅 Date: Friday, May 8th, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Commons 331
This is a great opportunity to connect, speak up, and make an impact. We hope to see you there!
04/20/2026
Graduate Student Shark Tank
Pitch your idea to "Sharks"!
Got an idea that could change campus life? It’s time to step into the tank! 🦈💡
The GSA Student Affairs Senators are hosting the Graduate Student Shark Tank, and we want to hear your pitches. Whether it's a new student resource or a campus improvement, this is your chance to get your ideas in front of university administrators and staff.
Here is everything you need to know:
The Details
🗓 Date: April 28
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Commons 329
🍱 Bonus: Enjoy FREE Biryani while you pitch!
The Format
Pitch: 1–2 minutes to sell your idea.
Q&A: 1 minute of questions from our "Sharks."
Rewards: Win prizes for the best ideas!
How to Enter
To secure your spot in the Tank, scan the QR code and submit a brief 2-sentence summary of your idea.
Meet our March Graduate Spotlight: Sharon Vanzego-Johnson! 🎓✨
A true powerhouse, Sharon has redefined what it means to lead under pressure. Balancing a full-time career and raising four children as a single mother, she maintained a near-perfect GPA while developing innovative, community-based solutions for dementia support.
From advocating for older adults in Prince George’s County to mentoring peers in the field of aging, Sharon has turned her lived experience into a powerful blueprint for community impact. Sharon, your heart for service and your dedication to the UMBC community inspire us all to lead with purpose! ❤️🖤
03/26/2026
Calling all research symposium presenters!
GEARS and GSPD presents a workshop to hone your presentation skills:
Presenting Your Research Poster to an Interdisciplinary Audience
Are you presenting a poster at the upcoming GEARS Research Symposium or an interdisciplinary conference? Join us for a practical workshop designed to help you communicate your research effectively to a broad audience.
A chance to win a raffle for $25 by attending the event! Two winners will be selected at the end of the event.
03/26/2026
We warmly invite you all to the CNMS Mid-semester Town Hall Meeting:
Meyerhoff (CHEM) Building 120
Monday, April 6, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00PM
Introducing our February PhD Graduate Spotlight: Justine Anne Guevarra! 🎓✨
A 5th-year PhD candidate and a proud Woman in Science, Justine’s recent milestone talk was more than just a presentation—it was a powerful "return to form." Despite a year of personal loss and academic setbacks, her vulnerability and grit have made her a beacon of hope for first-year students and undergraduates alike.
With the support of a dedicated mentor and an unbreakable spirit of resilience, Justine proves that no matter how many times you fall, you can always get back up. Keep grinding and finishing strong, Justine! ❤️🖤
Meet February’s Masters Graduate Spotlight: Tanya Walia! 🎓✨
As an international student in Data Science, Tanya’s journey has been defined by resilience. Navigating financial hurdles while mastering complex machine learning, she turned every challenge into a blueprint for success. From automating biomedical data extraction to hosting study groups for her peers, Tanya proves that technical innovation is most powerful when paired with community spirit.
Tanya, your grit and leadership inspire us all to keep grinding and finish strong! ❤️🖤
03/04/2026
The Graduate Student Association (GSA) election process for the 2026–2027 academic year is officially underway.
Apply and be a part of GSA, shape the future of graduate students at UMBC. Learn leadership skills and earn a stipend.
For more details and to apply, visit our myumbc post.
02/19/2026
CAHSS senator Townhall is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4th, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM in the Commons 331. This event is open to all CAHSS students, faculty, and staff, providing an opportunity to come together and discuss CAHSS-related affairs.
The conversation will cover writing resources, CAHSS collaboration, and more. Your input and questions will guide the discussion, and this is a space where we want to hear directly from you.
We’ll have pizza and beverages available, so come by with a friend, enjoy some food, and take part in the conversation.
This meeting will be hybrid. We look forward to seeing you there.
For more information and meeting link, please view our myumbc post.
02/19/2026
Join the Office of Graduate Student Life for a Grad Retriever Breakfast!
Take a break, grab a hot breakfast sandwich (including vegan options), enjoy fresh fruit, breakfast potatoes, coffee, juice, and connect with fellow grad students before heading to class or lab.
Thursday, February 19
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Commons 308
Whether you're fueling up between meetings or looking to meet new faces, we've got you covered.
Come hungry. Bring a friend. See you there!
Meet Chiedozie Nnanna Julius Iloafor, M.S. Cybersecurity (COEIT). 🌟
From arriving at UMBC with just determination and hope to overcoming financial hardship and personal challenges, Chiedozie’s journey is a powerful story of resilience, perseverance, and purpose. Now in his final semester, he stands strong — proving that setbacks don’t define us, but how we rise does.
Watch his spotlight interview and get inspired. 💛🖤
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