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

Feb
15

Feel Good Foods

Heart Health

Location

The Commons : Mainstreet

Date & Time

February 15, 2024, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Description

Join the Campus Dietitian and the Office of Health Promotion as we explore heart health. Free samples, activities, and prizes provided.

Feb
14

Luvapalooza

Self-Love: Pouring Into Your Well-Being

Location

The Commons : Mainstreet

Date & Time

February 14, 2024, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Description

Come enjoy fun activities that will help you practice self love and learn about healthy relationships! There will be lots of prizes, snacks, and a raffle for a chance to win prizes!

Feb
14

Wellness Wednesdays

Location

The Commons : Commons Mainstreet

Date & Time

February 14, 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Join the Peer Health Educators for Wellness Wednesdays! This Wednesday stop by The Commons Mainstreet. More details to come closer to the date.

Feb
14

OCSS Valentine Chuckle Bag

Spreading Love, One Chuckle at a Time!

Location

The Commons : OCSS Student Lounge

Date & Time

February 14, 2024, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Description

Drop by the OCSS Student Lounge on February 14, 2024, at 11:30 am for your complimentary Valentine Chuckle Bag! Packed with treats from candies to school supplies, it's first-come, first-served...

Feb
12

How to Write a Social Science/Humanities Literature Review

A library workshop especially for graduate students

Location

Library and Gallery, Albin O. Kuhn : 259

Date & Time

February 12, 2024, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Description

What are some of the best strategies and tips for writing a literature review? Whether you are just starting out with your research or have been involved in your project for a while, this workshop...

Feb
12

How to design your course

This session counts toward a CIRTL Teaching Certificate Ͼ

Location

Information Technology/Engineering : 238

Date & Time

February 12, 2024, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Description

If you are interested in a teaching career or are actively pursuing the nationally recognized CIRTL certification, please attend this event/discussion.  This "How to Design Your Course" primer...

Feb
9

Fireside Friday with OCSS

A gathering space for adult learners to relax and connect

Location

The Commons : Fireside Lounge

Date & Time

February 9, 2024, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Description

Join Off-Campus Student Services for a biweekly gathering of UMBC's adult learner population. Any student over the age of 25 who is currently enrolled in a bachelors program is an adult learner....