About the Graduate Student Success Committee (GSSC)

Mission Statement

The Graduate Student Success Committee (GSSC) aims to promote holistic well-being for graduate students. Specifically, our job is to act as resources and advocates for anything related to academics and mental and physical well-being.

This committee highlights the interconnectedness of these aspects, as they are necessary for graduate student success. GSSC facilitates events that are of use for graduate students’ well-being, as well as helps disseminate information about resources available on campus.

What we do:

    • Serve as liaisons to graduate student resources.
    • Graduate Student Fest (every Fall)
    • Headshot events for graduate students
    • Campus partnerships with AOK Library, PROMISE, etc.
    • …and so much more!

If you have an idea for an event? Let us know!

 

Show Upcoming

Oct
15

Good Morning Commuters

Start your day off right with OCSS!

Location

The Commons : Mainstreet

Date & Time

October 15, 2019, 8:30 am – 10:00 am

Description

Enjoy breakfast with other UMBC commuters and get connected with on-campus resources! There isn't a better way to start your day! FREE with the one-time purchase of a Commuter Gold Card; you...

Oct
9

Graphic Artist Gareth Hinds: Library & Gallery Speaker Event

Book talk and signing by comic creator and Maryland author

Location

Library and Gallery, Albin O. Kuhn : Gallery, 1st floor

Date & Time

October 9, 2019, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Description

The Albin O. Kuhn Library and Gallery will host a talk and signing by comic creator and local Maryland artist Gareth Hinds, whose graphic novels based on literary classics have captivated readers...

Oct
9

Transfer Student Workshop

Academic Advising 101

Location

The Commons : 329

Date & Time

October 9, 2019, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Join your Transfer Student Network Leaders for this 7 week series targeted to transfer students!  Free food and exposure to campus resources at each workshop.  The theme is Academic Advising 101....

Oct
9

Censorship Leaves Us in the Dark

Illuminating the Tradition of Banning and Contesting Books

Location

Library and Gallery, Albin O. Kuhn : Gallery

Date & Time

October 9, 2019, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Description

Join Dr. Christopher Allen Varlack (Honors College and Individualized Study Program) and Jeremy Weiner (Individualized Study Program) for an exciting and informative discussion on banned books and...

Oct
8

Good Morning Commuters

Start your day off right with OCSS!

Location

The Commons : Mainstreet

Date & Time

October 8, 2019, 8:30 am – 10:00 am

Description

Enjoy breakfast with other UMBC commuters and get connected with on-campus resources! There isn't a better way to start your day! FREE with the one-time purchase of a Commuter Gold Card; you...

Oct
5

Practical Steps to Completing Your Thesis or Dissertation

Saturday Success Seminar for graduate students

Location

Library and Gallery, Albin O. Kuhn : 7th Floor Open Area

Date & Time

October 5, 2019, 10:10 am – 12:10 pm

Description

Date: Saturday, October 5, 2019 Location: AOK Library, 7th Floor, Open Area Time: 10:10 AM (Library opens at 10 am sharp) In this presentation you would learn several tips, tools, techniques,...