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

Apr
9

Paying for Graduate School

Money Smart Week: Paying for Graduate School Session

Location

Online

Date & Time

April 9, 2025, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Description

Considering graduate school, but unsure about financing? Join our Paying for Graduate School virtual session where we'll explore smart strategies for funding your advanced education. Discover...

Apr
9

$ave It: Piggy Bank Crafting

Money Smart Week: $ave It: Piggy Bank Crafting Session

Location

The Commons : 331

Date & Time

April 9, 2025, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Description

Get ready for a creative adventure and opportunity to create S.M.A.R.T financial goals!  Join us for a Piggy Bank Crafting event where you'll design and decorate your very own savings...

Apr
9

Brush & Bites

Come paint and enjoy some Chic Fil A!

Location

The Commons : Flat Tuesdays

Date & Time

April 9, 2025, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Description

As part of Graduate Student Appreciation Week we’re excited to host Brush & Bites in partnership with OHP! We’ll have painting supplies and Chic Fil A, come out for some creativity and lunch! ...

Apr
9

Brushes & Bites

Location

The Commons

Date & Time

April 9, 2025, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Description

This is an UMBC graduate student event ONLY. Join us on TODAY, April 9th, from 12:00PM-3:00PM in The Commons, Lower Flat Tuesdays as we engage in meaningful conversations with each other and...

Apr
9

Give Me Some Credit!

Money Smart Week: Give Me Some Credit Session

Location

Online

Date & Time

April 9, 2025, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Establishing good credit continues to be vital to your financial health and in attaining your future goals. Students often begin to build credit in college, beginning with student loans and moving...

Apr
8

$alary Negotiation

Money Smart Week: $alary Negotiation Session

Location

Online

Date & Time

April 8, 2025, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Description

Master Your Worth! Ready to take your career to the next level? Join our Salary Negotiation virtual session and learn the art of salary negotiation to ensure you're fairly compensated for your...