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Graduate Student Appreciation Week

Our Rhythm. Our Way | April 3 - April 10

To all our hardworking graduate students: we see the late nights in the lab, the endless research, and the dedication you pour into your work every single day. You are a vital part of what makes UMBC move.

Graduate Student Appreciation Week (GSAW) is our way of hitting "pause" on the grind so you can take up space, find your rhythm, and be celebrated for the incredible impact you have on this campus. From wellness sessions to game nights and a formal prom, this week is all about you. You’ve earned the right to relax, connect, and enjoy the community you help build.

FOLLOW OGSL ON myUMBC FOR ALL GSAW INFO!

Pre-GSAW Kickoff Events

TODAY - Game Night with Military and Veterans

  • Friday, April 3 | 3–6 p.m.
  • Gameroom, The Commons

TOMORROW - Grad Outing to Dave & Busters

  • Saturday, April 4 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Off Campus

GSAW Event Schedule

Grad Wellness Day | Monday, April 6
  • Wellness Tabling 
  • 1–3 p.m.
  • The Commons, Main Street
  • Candle Making 
  • 3–5 p.m.
  • The Commons, Room 329
  • Break the Mold (Pottery & Networking)
  • 4–6 p.m. 
  • The Commons, Fireside Lounge (with The Office of Health Promotion)
GEARS Research Symposium & 3MT
  • Tuesday, April 7 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • UC Ballroom
Grad Bingo Night
Grad Cultural Day
  • Thursday, April 9 | 12–4 p.m
  • UC Ballroom
Career Paths by The Graduate School
  • Thursday, April 9 | 5–8:30 p.m.
  • Fireside Lounge, The Commons
Grad Prom & Awards

Note:All programs and events are open to full participation by all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category.

Posted: April 3, 2026, 2:38 PM

An event graphic for "Graduate Student Appreciation WEEK" featuring a retro, musical theme. The top left displays the title in stylized, cream-colored 1970s-style typography against a dark navy blue background. The bottom right features a large, purple and cream vinyl record shown at an angle, with white dashed lines following the circular grooves of the record. The background transitions from solid navy to a black halftone dot pattern behind the text.