Announcing the 2025 AI Symposium! Post
Join us for our virtual series this fall!
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On the heels of the successful “AI, Privacy, and Ethics Symposium” of April 2024, we’re back with a new iteration! Please join us for this fall’s AI Symposium, titled “Exploring the Gadgets & Gizmos in Your AI Toolkit.” This fall’s series will highlight various topics ranging from Google Gemini and its integration into UMBC platforms, to the broader legal implications of using generative AI, and much more! This free symposium will be held virtually at noon via Webex on Wednesdays beginning October 1st through November 12th.
Below you will find the individual links for each discussion:
Our symposium was made possible thanks to the following sponsors:
UMBC’s Division of Information Technology (DoIT), The Center for Social Science Scholarship, the Department of Computer Science & Electrical Engineering, the Department of Information Systems, and The Hackerman Foundation.
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Reposting! Access the original post here On the heels of the successful “AI, Privacy, and Ethics Symposium” of April 2024, we’re back with a new iteration! Please join us for this fall’s...
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Welcome to a New Academic Year, Graduate Students!
Your voice, your community, your year—welcome to GSA.
Dear Graduate Students,
Welcome (or welcome back!) to UMBC. Whether you’re just beginning your graduate journey or returning to continue your work, I’m so glad you’re here. A new year means new challenges, new opportunities, and new chances to grow—and we in the Graduate Student Association (GSA) are excited to support you every step of the way.
My name is Aminah, and I have the privilege of serving as your GSA President this year. The GSA is your voice on campus, working to advocate for your needs, create opportunities for community, and make sure you have the resources and support to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Graduate school can sometimes feel overwhelming, but you’re not in it alone. I want you to know that I’m available to listen, answer questions, and help connect you with the right resources whenever you need. Think of GSA as your hub—a place to share your ideas, concerns, or even just to get involved and meet other amazing graduate students.
This year, I encourage you to take advantage of the events, opportunities, and networks we’re building. Come out, get connected, and let’s make this year one of progress, collaboration, and fun.
I’m looking forward to meeting many of you and working together to make our graduate community stronger than ever.
Warmly,
Aminah Amjad
President, Graduate Student Association
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Dear Graduate Students, Welcome (or welcome back!) to UMBC. Whether you’re just beginning your graduate journey or returning to continue your work, I’m so glad you’re here. A new year means new...
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Build Your Research Toolkit: New Grad Student Workshops from AOK Library! Post
Designed to build practical skills you can apply right away
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Skills for Graduate Students is a new series of practical library workshops designed to support your research, writing, and organization.
This fall, we're offering four sessions: technical writing, systematic reviews, advanced literature searching, and managing your research process. Each workshop is hands-on, interdisciplinary, and open to all graduate students.
Interested in a session but can’t attend live? Register on myUMBC to receive the recording and slides after the event.
Please refer to the original post for complete details and register via the individual event link provided
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Technical Writing: Tools for clear and effective technical writing | Tues. 09/23, 3–4 PM
Systematic Reviews: Strategies for conducting systematic reviews | Tues. 10/28, 4–5 PM
Advanced Research Strategies: Build smarter, more effective searches | Mon. 11/10, 12–1 PM
Managing and Organizing Your Research: Tools for organizing your research from start to finish | Tues. 11/18, 4–5 PM
Join us for this need-to-know information session (orientation) for new GAs on August 20, from 10 AM to 1:30 PM Online. It will include an introduction to key resources on campus that you may need throughout your semester, from back-end technical support, to your benefits and policies governing graduate assistantships at UMBC. We look forward to meeting you and being part of your welcome back to UMBC!
This event is mandatory for all NEW Graduate Assistants, this includes teaching assistants, research assistants, graders and peaceworkers. We encourage the additional participation of any graduate student who may be teaching in the future or as a refresher for returning GAs.
Agenda:
10:00 - 10:10 PM Welcome
10:10 - 10:20 PM What is GAAC
10:20 - 11:30 PM GA Handbook & ISSS FAQs
11:30 - 12:00 PM CIRTL certification opportunity
12:00 - 1:00 PM Panel of students (topics include: time management skills,
uncomfortable conversations, deadlines, additional resources and support)
1:00 - 1:30 Wrap up
Invited Speakers:
- Graduate Assistant Advisory Committee (GAAC), Graduate Student Association (GSA)
- Interim Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate School, UMBC
- Assistant Dean of the Graduate School, UMBC
- Representative from International Student and Scholar Advisor, Center for Global Engagement, UMBC.
- CIRTL Director at UMBC
- Graduate Student Panel
For questions or concerns please contact office of Graduate Students and PostDoc at
GSPD@umbc.eduWhat is SSI (Summer Success Institute)?
The PROMISE Summer Success Institute (SSI) is a signature one-day professional development conference designed to support graduate students and postdocs and prepare them to thrive in the upcoming academic year. Whether you’re preparing to begin your graduate journey, navigating your current program, or planning your next career move, SSI has something to offer you!
This year's theme is "Rooted in Grit, Reaching for Greatness: The Retriever Graduate Experience”. Expect powerful keynotes, interactive workshops, and meaningful conversations focused on thriving in your academic work, developing your career trajectory, and building a lasting support community to sustain you during challenge and change. The event is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive community for all scholars, especially those from backgrounds historically underrepresented in STEM. PROMISE enthusiastically welcomes participants from all backgrounds and disciplines. For over 20 years, PROMISE has provided professional development, encouragement, motivation, career advice, peer support, and camaraderie, and we invite you to be a part of our community and legacy.
Event Details:
Saturday, August 16, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Performing Arts and Humanities Building (PAHB), UMBC
Parking: Free – follow signage with the conference logo to Lot 8
Dress Code: Business casual
Let’s build impactful careers and strengthen an inclusive academic community—together!
SSI is funded by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) Graduate School Department and partially by the National Science Foundation (NSF) PROMISE Engineering Institute (PEI).
Senators are the bridge between your department and student concerns such as hiring, funding, feedback, quality of life issues, and so on. It will be detrimental to you as your interests and concerns would not be brought forth to the relevant administration in a timely manner, in case GSA does not find representatives from your departments. Kindly volunteer for this role.
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.
Eligibility Criteria:
Open exclusively to all CNMS graduate students (Master’s and Ph.D.). No other departments and majors are eligible.
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)
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
Find Your Perfect Roommate or Housing – Now Live at UMBC!
Looking for trusted roommates or verified rentals near UMBC?
SphereHub is a student-first platform built to make off-campus housing safer, simpler, and totally stress-free.
Just launched at UMBC — Join today and get matched!
Scan the QR code or visit: www.sphere-hub.com to get started.
Questions? Email: support@sphere-hub.com
Let us help you find your place — and your people.
Please note SphereHub is an independently run platform, and is not associated with the Graduate Student Association.
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Paid Positions: Multiple CNMS GSA Senators
Receive $1200 | Call for Nominations
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
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Win Free NPA Merch!
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Ready to take your career to new heights? The NPA Career Center is here to support your journey — and now, you have a chance to win a FREE NPA merch pack just by getting started!
Enter the NPA Career Center New Job Seeker Sweepstakes
It’s easy! Just follow these steps before Sunday, August 31:
- Visit the NPA Career Center
- Hover over the “Job Seekers” tab
- Click “My Account”
- Create your account — and you're in
- One entry per new user
- No purchase necessary
- Eligible accounts must be created between 08/01/2025 and 08/31/2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to jumpstart your job search and get rewarded along the way!
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 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.
There will be an open vote by CNMS Graduate Students of the shortlisted candidates.
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 for your service
Available Positions:
Eligibility Criteria:
Open 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
Report back with updates from your assigned committee
How to Nominate:
Submit your nomination (for yourself or someone else) by August 8, 2025
Nomination Form
For any questions or further information, please contact Aminah Amjad at gsapresident@umbc.edu
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