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

Aug
27

Campus Tours for Commuters

Check the description for tour times!

Location

The Commons : Commuter Lounge (1A02)

Date

August 27, 2019 (All Day Event)

Description

Join us for a commuter-oriented tour of the UMBC campus! Want to see the areas and hear tips that most commuters wish they had known about earlier? Don't miss this! Tour Times 9:30 am - 10:00...

Aug
26

Pack the RAC

Endless games, snacks, and more! What more could you want?

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC)

Date & Time

August 26, 2019, 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Description

Pack the RAC is a Welcome Week party you don't want to miss! Try your hand at several games, challenge your friends to inflatable obstacle course races, and cool off in the outdoor pool! There...

Aug
26

Commuter & Transfer Social

Come make some friends before the semester kicks off!

Location

The Commons : Gameroom

Date & Time

August 26, 2019, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Come learn about all that OCSS has to offer while enjoying a free lunch!  This is a great opportunity to meet other off-campus students and to connect with on-campus resources!

Aug
24

Freshman Commuter Retreat

A free day at the Zoo or a ropes course? Can't wait!

Location

University Center : Ballroom

Date & Time

August 24, 2019, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Description

Join OCSS for our annual fall semester Freshman Commuter Retreat on August 24th from 9 AM to 6 PM! This is a really great experience aimed at supporting your transition into the UMBC community....

Aug
14

Pack the RAC

Pool party, inflatables, snacks, and more!

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC)

Date & Time

August 14, 2019, 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Description

Pack the RAC is a Welcome Week party you don't want to miss! Try your hand at several games, challenge your friends to inflatable obstacle course races, and cool off in the outdoor pool! There...

Jul
20

Housing Bus Tour

Thinking about living off-campus? Register for our tour!

Location

Harbor Hall : MPR

Date & Time

July 20, 2019, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Description

OCSS' Housing Bus Tour is a resource to help current and future commuter students in viewing housing properties around campus. We will be visiting 3 properties that are accessible through one of...