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Paid Positions: Multiple CNMS GSA Senators

Receive $1200 | Call for Nominations

Hiring CNMS Senators

Are you ready to be the voice of your fellow graduate students?
This is your chance to make a real impact on the UMBC campus.

The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is now accepting nominations for four College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences (CNMS) Graduate Senator positions — an opportunity to represent over 2,500 graduate students and shape the future of student life at UMBC.

You can nominate yourself or another eligible graduate student. You or your nomination must be from the CNMS college.


Why Should You Run?

  • Gain standout leadership and professional experience

  • Influence real decisions that affect the graduate student body

  • Collaborate with a passionate and supportive GSA team

  • Receive a stipend of $1200 for your service


Eligibility Criteria:

  • Open exclusively to all CNMS graduate students (Master’s and Ph.D.)

  • Must be in good academic standing (GPA of 3.0 or higher)

  • Must be graduating in Spring 2026 or later
    (Senate term ends June 30, 2026)


Senator Responsibilities:

  • Represent the concerns and opinions of CNMS graduate students

  • Report on Senate proceedings to your constituents

  • Attend all Senate Meetings
    Location: In-person, second Wednesday of each month, 1:00–3:00 PM

  • Host at least three Town Halls per academic year

  • Join and remain active on at least one university committee


How to Nominate:

Submit your nomination (for yourself or someone else) by (extended deadline) August 14, 2025

Nomination Form

For any questions or further information, please contact Aminah Amjad at gsapresident@umbc.edu

Posted: August 7, 2025, 10:38 AM

Hiring CNMS Students