AETP is currently hiring for two Graduate Student Worker positions in our office to provide assistance on our initiatives including Summer Bridge, UNIV Courses, Transfer and Second-Year Student Experiences.

Position descriptions: 

Graduate Student Worker, First-Year Academic Programs - late May/early June 2025 through mid May 2026

Graduate Student Worker, Transfer Academic Programs - late August 2025, through mid May 2026

You can submit your application here: application. 

• 15-minute online survey questionnaire
• Participants can enter a raffle for a chance to win a $10 gift card
• Survey link and poster attached to this email

• To inform higher education institutions and researchers about the unique experiences, needs, and stressors faced by international LGBTQ+ students
• To guide potential improvements in student support services

• All responses are strictly anonymous and confidential
• No personal identifiers will be collected in the survey
• Email addresses collected for the raffle will only be used for the prize distribution and only be accessible to the research team

The Graduate School is excited to invite all University System of Maryland graduate students and postdocs to Rest, Reflect, & Rise: A Social Wellness Event for Scholars, taking place on Thursday, May 9, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at STAMP (TerpZone), University of Maryland, College Park.

This event is designed to promote community, connection, and well-being among scholars through a variety of engaging wellness activities, including:

•  Mindful Tea Workshop
•  Mindful Moments Walk
•  R&B Yoga
•  Community-Building Activities: Bowling, Line Dancing 101, & Spades Tournament

Students can learn more about the event by going here or visiting: https://gradschool.umd.edu/restreflectrise

This is a wonderful opportunity for graduate students and postdocs across the University System of Maryland to take a break, recharge, and connect with peers in a fun and supportive environment.

Space is limited, so we are asking students to please RSVP by May 2 to secure your spot: RSVP here.

Monday, April 21 · 10 AM - 2 PM
The Commons : 308

We're back to brewing up some free coffee every Monday from 10am-2pm, come join us in Commons 308 for your fresh cup! While supplies last. 

Dear UMBC Community,

On behalf of the Office of Graduate Student Life (OGSL) and the Graduate Student Association (GSA), we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make this year’s Graduate Student Appreciation Week a memorable and meaningful celebration.
From engaging events and thoughtful moments of connection to the energy and care behind the scenes, this week was a true reflection of the dedication and brilliance that defines our graduate student community—and the incredible staff, faculty, and campus partners who support them.

We were especially proud to recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership, service, and excellence continue to shape UMBC for the better at this year’s GSA Awards. Please join us in celebrating the 2025 award recipients:

• Outstanding University Staff: Dr. Wendy Carter-Veale
• Outstanding Graduate Student Organization: Pakistani Graduate Student Organization (PGSO)
• Donald Creighton Outstanding Faculty Award: Dr. Fernando Vonhoff
• Community Leadership Award: Janerra Allen
• Jessica Soto Perez Memorial Award: Rutvik Deshmukh
• Graduate Athlete of the Year: Jaliena Sanchez
• Alex Rittle Outstanding Senator Award: Mrunal Jadhav

We also wish to recognize our Honorable Mentions:

• Jessica Soto Perez Memorial Award: Darcie Adams
• Outstanding Senator: Soham Katkar
• Special Recognition: Ms. Pat

To every graduate student, staff member, faculty ally, and community partner—thank you. Your commitment, creativity, and collaboration made this week truly special. We are grateful to be on this journey with you and look forward to continuing our shared efforts to uplift and support UMBC’s graduate student community.

With gratitude,
The Office of Graduate Student Life & Graduate Student Association
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

GEARS GSA proudly hosted the 2025 Research Symposium and Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, celebrating the innovation, passion, and dedication of our student researchers across disciplines.

Research Symposium Winners
Each awarded $500 for excellence in research:

• Best of CAHSS: Diane Placide

• Best of CNMS: Lekan Ajiboye

• Best of COEIT: Azmat Naseem

• People's Choice Award: Navya Sree Manikonda

3MT Competition Winners

• Winner: Prajna Bhandary ($500)

• Runner-Up: Sahar Souizi ($250)

• People's Choice Award: Seraj Mostafa ($250)

Congratulations to all participants for showcasing the power of research and storytelling. Your work continues to inspire and elevate the UMBC community.

See you all next year!

To access all pictures of the events, go to the following links:

Research Symposium Pictures

3MT Pictures