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<Title>PAID National Internship Opportunities | Neurodiversity Alliance</Title>
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    <p>Serving in GSA means advocating for graduate student needs, strengthening our collective voice, and helping shape decisions that impact our community. This is more than a title — it's responsibility, collaboration, and real impact.</p>
    <p>By completing the interest form, you may nominate yourself or another graduate student for a GSA Executive Council or Senate role.</p>
    <p>If you care about graduate student life, this is your opportunity to step forward.</p>
    <p>Submit the interest form here:<br>
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    <p>Join us for an open town hall to talk all things GSA elections — and yes, there will be pizza.</p>
    <p><strong>Monday, February 23<br>2:00 PM<br>The Commons – Flat Tuesdays Space</strong></p>
    <p>Whether you're considering candidacy or simply want to stay informed, your participation matters. Come grab a slice and be part of the conversation.</p>
    <p>Follow @umbc_gsa for updates and visit gsa.umbc.edu for more information.</p><img src="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/posts/156781/attachments/61872" alt="Election town hall flyer" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"></div>
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    <p>Through February 25, you can turn those extra swipes into meals for fellow Retrievers experiencing food insecurity. It's a simple choice that can quietly make someone's week a little easier.</p>
    <p>No pressure. Just an opportunity to look out for your own community.</p>
    <p>Every swipe shared is one less worry for someone else.</p>
    <p>Learn more through the link below.</p><p><a href="https://retrieveressentials.umbc.edu/services/save-a-swipe/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://retrieveressentials.umbc.edu/services/save-a-swipe/</a></p></div>
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