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Graduate Student Shark Tank

Pitch your idea to "Sharks"!

Location

The Commons : 329

Date & Time

April 28, 2026, 1:00 pm3:00 pm

Description

Got an idea that could change campus life? It’s time to step into the tank! πŸ¦ˆπŸ’‘

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

  • πŸ—“ Date: April 28

  • πŸ• Time: 1:00 PM

  • πŸ“ 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.

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Deadline to apply: April 26

Don't let your ideas stay ideasβ€”bring them to life and grab some lunch while you're at it. See you there! πŸŽ“βœ¨

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A vibrant yellow and purple promotional flyer for the "Graduate Student Shark Tank" event hosted by GSA Student Affairs Senators. The top of the flyer features the GSA logo and the event title in bold purple text. The middle section invites students to pitch ideas to "Sharks," including university administrators and staff, for a chance to win prizes.

Key event details are listed:

Pitch Format: A 1–2 minute pitch followed by a 1-minute Q&A.

Application: Submit a 2-sentence summary by April 26 via a provided QR code.

Event Date: April 28 at 1:00 PM.

Location: Commons 329.

The flyer features a colorful illustration of a person holding a tablet and thinking, a clock icon, and a realistic photo of a bowl of chicken biryani with the text "ENJOY FREE BIRYANI." The design is accented with purple starbursts and circles.