Thriving in Graduate Education
A panel discussion with some of UMBC's leaders!
Location
University Center : Ballroom
Date & Time
April 7, 2026, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Description
Thriving in Graduate Education: Empowerment, Equity, and Influence
A Panel Discussion with the VP for Student Affairs and Vice Provost/Dean of the Graduate School and VP for Institutional Equity/Chief Diversity Officer!
As a part of the annual UMBC GEARS Research Symposium, we will be sponsoring a panel discussion, titled "Thriving in Graduate Education: Empowerment, Equity, and Influence at UMBC". It is open to all UMBC undergraduate and graduate students.
Our featured panelists:
Dr. Renique Kersh, Vice President for Student Affairs
Dr. Christa Porter, Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate School
Tanyka M. Barber, Vice President for Institutional Equity and Chief Diversity Officer
The following four themes will be discussed:
Equity & Access in Graduate Education
Impostor Syndrome at Every Level
Navigating the Academic Landscape
Student Influence on Policy and Change
Have a question for the panelists? Submit it in advance via the QR code on the flyer - OR - via the link here. We want to hear from you!
Don't miss this engaging conversation on thriving in graduate education. We'll see you there!
