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<Title>Step Into Leadership at UMBC &#8211; Run for GSA 2025! and be a part of Difference</Title>
<Tagline>Apply to Run for GSA Leadership &#8211; Make a Difference at UMBC!</Tagline>
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    <div class="html-content"><span><p><span>Deadline to Apply: Friday, April 18, 2025 @ 11:59 PM.</span></p><p><span>Ready to </span><span>be the voice of change</span><span> and make a real impact on the graduate student experience at UMBC? The </span><span>Graduate Student Association (GSA)</span><span> is now accepting applications for </span><span>Senate and Executive Council positions</span><span> for the 2025–2026 academic year!</span></p><p><span>Whether you're passionate about student advocacy, want to shape campus policies, or simply love leading with purpose this is your moment to </span><span>lead, represent, and inspire</span><span>.</span></p><p><span>Executive Council:</span></p><ul><li><p><span>President</span></p></li><li><p><span>Vice President</span></p></li><li><p><span>Treasurer</span></p></li><li><p><span>Secretary </span></p></li><li><p><span>Chair of the Graduate Assistant Advisory Committee (GAAC)</span></p></li><li><p><span>Chair of the Grants Review Panel (GRPC)</span></p></li><li><p><span>Chair of the Graduate Experiences,Achievement and Research Success Committee (GEARS)</span></p></li><li><p><span>Chair of the Equity of Funds Committee (EoFC)</span></p></li></ul><br><p><span>Senators: 16 positions</span></p><p><span>The Graduate Senate will be composed of 4 senators from each of the following 4 groups: </span></p><ol><li><p><span>Student affairs: 2 from COEIT; 2 from CAHSS &amp; CNMS</span></p></li><li><p><span>COEIT (College of Engineering and Information Technology) </span></p></li><li><p><span>CNMS (College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences) </span></p></li><li><p><span>CAHSS (College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences) + Erickson School</span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span>The </span><span>Senate Speaker</span><span> will be elected from among the 16 elected Senators and will serve in a dual role: fulfilling the responsibilities of a Senator for their designated area, as well as running the Senate as a whole and serving as an Officer of the Executive Council with the President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. These 5 positions are unofficially known as the “Cabinet.”</span></p></li></ol><p><span>Why Run?</span></p><ul><li><p><span>Be a voice for over 2,500 graduate students</span></p></li><li><p><span>Influence decisions that matter</span></p></li><li><p><span>Build leadership experience</span></p></li><li><p><span>Receive a stipend if you fulfill the responsibilities of your position</span></p></li><li><p><span>Join a dynamic team working to elevate student life</span></p></li></ul><p><span>Questions? Click here to learn more about important dates, deadlines, information sessions, and position descriptions. </span></p><p><span>Executive Council and Senate Position descriptions:</span></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WYMsdx9-1WE_5p2JP8Vafq1vcIbkDEH5_G-XWZql0UA/edit?tab=t.0" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WYMsdx9-1WE_5p2JP8Vafq1vcIbkDEH5_G-XWZql0UA</span></a></p><p><br></p><p><span>Submit your nominations in the following form:</span></p><p><span>Executive Council: </span></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ci6YP2HkGLKigJnJKvB7PAZJ6UbAr0rixgyJTKR_fuo/edit?ts=67fb4519" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ci6YP2HkGLKigJnJKvB7PAZJ6UbAr0rixgyJTKR_fuo/edit?ts=67fb4519</span></a></p><br><p><span>Senate:</span></p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FZaq5LmC5l2LpiamUTeLBH3cKRd9I3A1non0sH0HTeU/edit?ts=67fb411c" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FZaq5LmC5l2LpiamUTeLBH3cKRd9I3A1non0sH0HTeU/edit?ts=67fb411c</span></a></p><br><p><span>If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact the GSA Election Committee Chairs:</span></p><p><span>Aijaz Shaik – </span><a href="mailto:rx21259@umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>rx21259@umbc.edu</span></a><span> </span></p><p><span>Eswari Harika Bathina – </span><a href="mailto:dg18853@umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>dg18853@umbc.edu</span></a><span> </span></p><p><span>We look forward to your participation in building a stronger, more vibrant graduate community!</span></p><br><p><span>Best regards,</span></p><p><span>GSA Election Committee 2025 </span></p><p><span><span><img src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXd7es40soSkTPeMQmFYEX8XlJgh1qUxDjBwJQ_obtoykEYKfpi8njLswyJwzX6tn2teICEyFbEfnprYMtBxmTgmc2r5u0JHiaN5RKLUaWx54QqVtgCCCjdbFyfkObebTNHCdD49OcKZ3T65UMJjrAc?key=wDgkIqunZunVaHnNHKEIFOQc" width="66" height="63" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"></span></span><span><span><img src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcJ5DZO49xSZW4zQgHGo1kzMGoqrNIosojdNoDEC2dvd5So5WeAfPVr1I0vs7vj_rNQ3cQa252dHg2EjslzEomD_3GTA6IseCWJ8W82o2MhuEjtPg9-dOdqyZ1H6UFv7VvwZsLW98U_cTu1zv2SLw?key=wDgkIqunZunVaHnNHKEIFOQc" width="43" height="64" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"></span></span></p><div><span><span><br></span></span></div></span></div>
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<Summary>Deadline to Apply: Friday, April 18, 2025 @ 11:59 PM.  Ready to be the voice of change and make a real impact on the graduate student experience at UMBC? The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is...</Summary>
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<Title>RECAP: UMBC Research Symposium and 3MT 2025</Title>
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<Title>Free pizza and swag at men's lacrosse right now!</Title>
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<Summary>Pizza arrives at 11:30. See event post here: https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/events/142108</Summary>
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<Title>FREE FOOD IN COMMONS 308</Title>
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<Summary>ROAST BEEF, PASTRAMI, HAM AND TURKEY SANDWICHES (until supplies last) </Summary>
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<Title>Support a Fellow Retriever: Share Your Insights on AI in Education!</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><p><span><strong>J</strong></span><strong>oin us for The Golden Groove Awards!</strong></p><p>As part of <span>Graduate Student Appreciation Week 2025 </span><span>- </span>celebrating the <em>Grit, Groove, and Graditude </em><span>of UMBC's Graduate Students </span><em>- </em>the <span>GSA Golden Groove Awards</span> honor the outstanding contributions of graduate students, faculty, staff, and organizations who enhance the UMBC graduate student experience.</p><p></p><p>This celebratory event recognizes the remarkable leadership, advocacy, and community spirit that embody the heart of the GSA. Awardees will be celebrated for their commitment to mentorship, service, and fostering an inclusive and collaborative campus environment.</p><p><strong>Please RSVP by marking "Going in Person" on <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/events/141686" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">this event page</a>! </strong></p><p><span><img src="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/posts/148824/attachments/56506" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"></span></p><p><strong>Highlights Include:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Recognition of exemplary individuals and organizations across multiple categories</p></li><li><p>Presentation of awards, each accompanied by a plaque and a $250 honorarium</p></li><li><p>An opportunity to reflect on the resilience and dedication of our graduate community</p></li></ul><p>Let’s come together to celebrate and reflect as we honor those who make a lasting impact on the UMBC graduate student experience!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please RSVP by marking "Going in Person" on <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/events/141686" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">this event page</a>! </strong></p><p><strong>Date:</strong> April 10, 2025<br><strong>Time:</strong> 5 PM – 8 PM<br><strong>Location:</strong> Skylight Lounge</p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><br></p><p><em>This event is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy.</em></p></div>
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