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

Mar
1

Commuter Connection

Location

The Commons : Lower Flat Tuesdays

Date & Time

March 1, 2019, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Come join OCSS in Lower Flat Tuesdays for the March Commuter Connection! Come learn about the UMBC transit system and other ways to get around town. We will be having a Downtown Baltimore trivia...

Feb
28

Powerful Food

Selecting + Preparing Sustenance for Mind and Body

Location

The Commons : 331

Date & Time

February 28, 2019, 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Description

As part of GA Health Week, join the Graduate Student Advisory Council (GAAC), in partnership with Chartwells, for a hands-on cooking workshop with Nicole Arcilla, our on-campus Registered...

Feb
28

Giving Day 2019

Enjoy prizes, performances, and trivia!

Location

The Commons

Date & Time

February 28, 2019, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Description

It's time to celebrate UMBC's second annual Giving Day, a 24-hour marathon of giving and support! Come out to Main Street for performances by Mama's Boys, the UMBC Dance Team, and Retriever Poets....

Feb
27

Yoga for a Graduate Student Life

Ease into an at-home yoga practice designed for GAs

Location

Retriever Activities Center (RAC) : Fitness Studio

Date & Time

February 27, 2019, 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm

Description

As part of GA Health Week, join the Graduate Assistant Advisory Council (GAAC) and yoga instructor Maureen Rosenbloom for an interactive yoga demonstration that you can replicate at home! ...

Feb
27

TSN Workshop

Diversity

Location

The Commons : 331

Date & Time

February 27, 2019, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Learn about diversity and inclusion during our TSN workshop! Free lunch will be available for all that attend!

Feb
26

GA Health Plan Q&A Session

Ask your questions about our GA health plan

Location

The Commons : 329

Date & Time

February 26, 2019, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Description

GAAC presents an informal session to answer GAs' questions about our health plan, such as: What is a deductible and do we pay it?  What can I do if my claim was denied?  What services...

Feb
26

Good Morning Commuters

Start your day off right with OCSS!

Location

The Commons : Main Street

Date & Time

February 26, 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...