UNC Graduate and Professional Student Government

Welcome to the Smith Administration.

This administration is built on the belief that graduate and professional students should help shape the decisions that affect their experience at Carolina. Through our Collaborative Input initiative, students can submit ideas, concerns, barriers, and opportunities for improvement directly to GPSG. We are committed to listening first, acting intentionally, and ensuring that student voices remain at the center of our work. Visit our Linktree to share your feedback and help guide our priorities throughout the year.

Welcome to the Smith Administration.

Graduate and professional education extends far beyond the classroom. We are committed to strengthening community, creating meaningful traditions, expanding mentorship opportunities, and fostering a culture of service across Carolina. By bringing students together across schools and disciplines, we hope to create a graduate and professional student experience that is connected, collaborative, and lasting.

Welcome to the Smith Administration.

Student success requires more than academic excellence—it requires stability, support, and access to resources. This administration is committed to advocating for graduate and professional students through initiatives focused on academic support, professional development, funding opportunities, housing advocacy, and student well-being. Our goal is to help ensure that every student has the resources necessary to thrive at Carolina.

Happy Pride Month, Tar Heels!

Pride Month is an opportunity to celebrate LGBTQIA+ students, faculty, staff, researchers, clinicians, advocates, and leaders whose contributions continue to shape our campus and beyond. It is also a reminder that every member of our community deserves to feel valued, supported, and empowered to be their authentic self.

This month and every month, GPSG remains committed to fostering a Carolina where all Tar Heels can thrive.
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A Tar Heel Tradition Worth Passing Down🎓🐏

We’re building a regalia share network to make graduation more accessible for future Tar Heels while keeping the tradition going.

Graduating this year? You can donate your regalia after commencement, after photos, or whenever you’re ready.

Carolina alumni—this includes you too. If you still have your regalia from the 2021 academic year to present, you can help the next Tar Heel walk the stage.

Let’s pass it down. 🩵

Want to set up a time to donate after commencement?

Reach out to [email protected], [email protected], or [email protected] to coordinate.

Carolina Housing Summit 🗣️

Join us as we discuss the future of graduate housing, including updates on Baity Hill and plans for Carolina North. Your voice matters—come ask questions, share feedback, and be part of the conversation.

Hear from Carolina Housing Director Allan Blattner, Dean of The Graduate School Beth Mayer-Davis, and Carolina North Planner Tiffany Lacey, among others.

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📢 Calling all grad & professional students! UNC Chapel Hill’s Campus Hazing Prevention Focus Group wants to hear from YOU. 🐏🩵

The event will be held Wednesday, April 1 from 12–1 PM at Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services (SASB South, suite 3307) for a facilitated conversation with the Piazza Center research team.

🍽️ Free lunch from Brandwein’s provided — but spots are limited to just 12 participants, so sign up soon!

🔗 Register at go.unc.edu/piazzagradgroup

☀️ Calling all grad students! Come take a break and join us for Grad Café — friends, coffee, sunshine, and BAGELS (from Brandwein’s🥯✨).

Drop by Bynum Fountain TOMORROW, March 24 from 9–11am for a morning to recharge and connect. Plus, get the scoop on campus resources from Student Wellness, VPAS, and University Housing.

You deserve a bagel. See you there! 💙

Not your regularly programmed post from GPSG 😂 BUT I do want to thank all the Graduate and Professional students at UNC for all the hard work that you all do. I also want to acknowledge the fact that while it is Spring Break for the university, many of us are still on campus working. Please take the time to care for yourself this week ✨

🚨 Applications are now LIVE for the 2026–2027 SSC & GPSG Judicial Branch! ⚖️

Interested in shaping how student government operates? Apply to serve as a Student Supreme Court Justice or Solicitor General and play a key role in interpreting the Student Constitution, resolving disputes, and advising leadership on legal and procedural matters.

This is a great opportunity to gain leadership experience, strengthen your understanding of governance, and make a meaningful impact on the graduate and professional student community.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to apply or visit the link in our bio.
🗓 Applications are due Friday, March 20, 2026.