Good Morning Commuters (03/31)

Start your morning the UMBC commuter way.

Join us for breakfast with fellow commuters and connect with helpful on-campus resources. There's no better way to kick off your day!

Good Morning Commuters (GMC) takes place every Tuesday from 8:30–11:00 AM *except one a month when Good afternoon Commuters (GAC) is held* and is complimentary with your Commuter Gold Card.

Gold Cards are a one-time purchase per academic year and can be bought at any GMC event (cash only):

We can't wait to see you there!

https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/ocss/events/149338


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Stop by Coffee Mondays to grab a free cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and take a breather between classes.

Whether you're coming to study, chat, or just refuel, this is your weekly reminder to slow down and connect with fellow grad students.


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What to expect:
• Nigerian Jollof Rice

• Great movies

Location: ITE Building, Room 227
Date: March 27th
Time: 6 PM

Bring your friends, come hungry, and get ready for a relaxing evening filled with laughter and community!

For more info: (443) 657-3191
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Dear UMBC Community,

We are pleased to announce that nominations are now open for several awards recognizing outstanding contributions within our UMBC community. We encourage you to nominate individuals, faculty, staff, organizations, and student athletes who have demonstrated excellence, leadership, and meaningful impact.

Please use the appropriate form below for the specific award you would like to nominate someone for. You only need to complete the form for the award you are submitting a nomination for.

Submit nominations by April 1st, 2026. 

All awardees will receive a plaque and a $250 honorarium

  1. The Jessica Soto Perez Memorial Award. Open to all graduate students EXCEPT E-Council or Senators: Award Nomination Form 


  1. Community Leadership Award. Open to GSA E-Council and Senators with multiple roles: Award Nomination Form

  2. Current GSA Senator Award: Current GSA Senator serving a full academic year in good standing:Award Nomination Form


  1. Graduate Student Athlete Award Nomination. Open to UMBC graduate students who demonstrate excellence in both academics and athletics: Award Nomination Form


  1. The Donald Creighton Outstanding Faculty Award. UMBC faculty who actively mentor and support graduate students: Award Nomination Form


  1. The Outstanding University Staff Award: Award Nomination Form

  2. The Outstanding GSO Award. Graduate Student Organization (GSO) that significantly enhances the graduate student experience: Award Nomination Form


Thank you for helping us recognize the outstanding members of our community.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Best regards,
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Dear Graduate Students,

On behalf of the Strategic Plan Steering Committee, I invite you to share your perspectives on UMBC's strategic plan via this survey. The survey includes five sections, each aligned with one of the university's strategic pillars. As a reminder, the pillars are: 
  • Cultivate organizational innovation and vitality
  • Redefine excellence in research and creative achievement
  • Strengthen Maryland and its communities
  • Advance student opportunity and success
  • Transform teaching and learning

You can choose which sections you would like to complete based on your interests and experiences. The survey is also designed to capture additional ideas you may have for strengthening these five focus areas. Please note that each section of the survey will take approximately 10 - 15 minutes to complete and all responses are anonymous and confidential.

We also invite you to visit the strategic planning website for current information, including a new feedback form now available on the home page. 

Finally, as our pillar subgroups prepare to introduce their engagement activities, be sure to follow the myUMBC Strategic Planning group for information about scheduled engagement events. We will also continue to email the UMBC campus community about additional opportunities to engage in the planning process.

We hope that you will complete the survey by Tuesday, April 7. Your insights, ideas, and feedback are essential as we continue the planning process.

Thank you for your support.

Regards,
Charissa S. L. Cheah
Professor, Psychology and Asian Studies Affiliate Faculty
Chair, Strategic Plan Steering Committee

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Thank you to all the graduate students who joined us for our recent workshop: 

Mastering the Art of Presenting to a Lay Audience

The session was highly interactive, and the attendees were completely hooked from start to finish! Our phenomenal speaker, Dr. Robin Cresiski, from GSPD shared invaluable strategies on how to communicate complex concepts, read an audience, and highlight the broader significance of our research. Everyone walked away having learned a lot, feeling much more prepared for the upcoming GEARS Research Symposium.


We kept the energy high with some great food, and we wrapped up the afternoon by drawing two lucky winners for our $25 raffle! 


Here is a glimpse from the session - 

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Thank you to everyone who made this such a fantastic event. See you at the next one!
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Need a study break or a quick energy boost? Head over to Commons 308 right now! We've got a variety of free snacks available to grab and go.

Stop by and refuel before your next lecture or library session. See you there!

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Calling all graduate students!

GEARS and GSPD presents a workshop to hone your presentation skills:

Presenting Your Research Poster to an Interdisciplinary Audience

Are you presenting a poster at the upcoming GEARS Research Symposium or an interdisciplinary conference? Join us for a practical workshop designed to help you communicate your research effectively to a broad audience. 

A chance to win a raffle for $25 by attending the event! Two winners will be selected at the end of the event. 

Date: 03/26/2026
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Venue: UC 310

Why This Workshop Matters

Unlike traditional academic conferences, GEARS brings together researchers and high level university officials from diverse fields. Most visitors to your poster won't share your specialized background, making it essential to communicate your work in accessible, engaging ways that resonate across disciplines.

What You Will Learn

  • Strategies for explaining complex concepts to non-specialist audiences.
  • How to identify and communicate the broader significance of your research.
  • Techniques for adapting your message on the fly based on your audience.
  • How to read your poster visitor and engage them effectively.
  • Tips for handling questions from outside your field.

RSVP your attendance on this link and add to your calendar.

Snacks will be provided with desserts! Come, there is enough for you all! 

This event is a collaboration between the Graduate Student & Postdoctoral Development (GSPD) team and the Graduate Experiences, Achievements, and Research Successes (GEARS) committee of the Graduate Student Association (GSA).


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Calling all graduate students!

GEARS and GSPD presents a workshop to hone your presentation skills:

Presenting Your Research Poster to an Interdisciplinary Audience


Are you presenting a poster at the upcoming GEARS Research Symposium or an interdisciplinary conference? Join us for a practical workshop designed to help you communicate your research effectively to a broad audience. 

A chance to win a raffle for $25 by attending the event! Two winners will be selected at the end of the event. 

Date: 03/26/2026
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Venue: UC 310


Why This Workshop Matters

Unlike traditional academic conferences, GEARS brings together researchers and high level university officials from diverse fields. Most visitors to your poster won't share your specialized background, making it essential to communicate your work in accessible, engaging ways that resonate across disciplines.


What You Will Learn

  • Strategies for explaining complex concepts to non-specialist audiences.
  • How to identify and communicate the broader significance of your research.
  • Techniques for adapting your message on the fly based on your audience.
  • How to read your poster visitor and engage them effectively.
  • Tips for handling questions from outside your field.

RSVP your attendance on this link and add to your calendar.

Snacks will be provided with desserts! Come, there is enough for you all! 

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This event is a collaboration between the Graduate Student & Postdoctoral Development (GSPD) team and the Graduate Experiences, Achievements, and Research Successes (GEARS) committee of the Graduate Student Association (GSA).

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Hi everyone!

We're back with our weekly Free Farmer's Market 2-2:45pm in the Apartment Community Center. See you soon!  

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