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GSA Town Hall & Meet-and-Confer Updates

Your voice. Our advocacy. See the updates.

To strengthen transparency and ensure graduate students stay informed about discussions with university leadership, the Graduate Student Association (GSA) is sharing summaries from the Fall...

Posted: March 4, 2026, 11:50 AM

GSA Elections 2026–2027: Timeline & Important Updates

Ready to Lead? Not Just a Role — A Responsibility.

The Graduate Student Association (GSA) election process for the 2026–2027 academic year is officially underway.  Please review the updated election timeline and key details below. We encourage...

Posted: March 4, 2026, 10:07 AM

Stories & Success

Built for the Next Generation of Women Leaders.

Happy Women's History! This month is a time to recognize the progress women have made, honor the barriers that have been broken, and acknowledge the work that still lies ahead. Stories &...

Posted: March 3, 2026, 9:56 AM

Flyer for “Women in Careers: Success & Stories” hosted by UMBC’s Office of Graduate Student Life (OGSL) and the Career Center. The design features bold purple and gold text with the event title “Success & Stories,” and event details: Monday, March 23, 5–8 PM, Skylight Room (The Commons). A central silhouette of a woman is filled with diverse illustrated women of different skin tones and hairstyles, surrounded by decorative sparkles. OGSL and Career Center logos appear at the top.

Nominate a student for the Mary Akaras Book Award!

The Dresher Center for the Humanities seeks nominations for students eligible to receive the Mary Akaras Scholarship Book Award for $500 toward the purchase of texts. The student should have a...

Posted: March 2, 2026, 2:48 PM

March Newsletter for Postdocs and Mentors

Webinars, events, opportunities

"Talk it Through" Topic of the Month: A recommended topic for postdocs and their mentors to think about and discuss:                Belonging – Do you feel included and supported in your...

Posted: March 2, 2026, 11:10 AM

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Coffee Monday!

Commons 308

Stop by Coffee Mondays to grab a free cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and take a breather between classes. Whether you're coming to study, chat, or just refuel, this is your weekly reminder...

Posted: March 2, 2026, 10:19 AM

Stop By the OGSL Pop-Up!

Your grad experience deserves more.

Curious about what the Office of Graduate Student Life is all about? We're popping up in the ITE Atrium! Stop by to learn more about our events, resources, leadership opportunities, and how we...

Posted: February 24, 2026, 10:48 AM

PAID National Internship Opportunities | Neurodiversity Alliance

Lead boldly. Advocate confidently. Thrive authentically.

The Neurodiversity Alliance offers over 50 paid national internship opportunities for neurodivergent students and recent graduates ages 18 to 26. Interns get the opportunity to work alongside...

Posted: February 23, 2026, 1:44 PM

GSA Election Townhall

Now Virtual Due to Weather

Due to inclement weather and campus closures, the GSA Election Town Hall will no longer be held in person and will instead be held virtually. Join us to learn about the Graduate Student...

Posted: February 23, 2026, 9:35 AM