Join the Office of Graduate Student Life (OGSL) for our Office Social tomorrow, Wednesday, August 27th from 10 AM – 1 PM in Commons 308!

We’ll have free coffee, donuts, and karaoke, plus the chance to meet OGSL staff and Graduate Student Association (GSA) officers. It’s the perfect way to connect with fellow graduate students, learn about resources, and kick off the semester with fun and community.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Date: Wednesday, August 27th
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Commons 308

Please note the updated election timeline. Apologies for the consecutive emails.

Full post here: Vote for your GSA CNMS Senators for 2025-26! · UMBC Graduate Student Association · myUMBC

Dear CNMS Graduate Students,

It’s time to elect your representatives for the Graduate Student Association FY 2025-2026! The CNMS Senator elections are now open, and we invite you to cast your vote for your top four candidate choices.

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

For only tomorrow, Retriever Essentials will close early at 4:00pm.

Please plan your visit accordingly, and we apologize for any inconveniences. 

Join us today  for our Free Farmers Market!! For the rest of the summer we'll be in the Center for Well-Being Room 118. Click 'Visit Website' below for directions to the building. 

In regards to the Breaded packaged Chicken Patties, a lot of them had an issue where the seams of the bag were not properly connected on the bottom and the patties could fall out.

Please be sure to be careful and inspect the bags before storing and eating. Any discolored, disformed, or unusual chicken patties should be discarded immediately.

We do apologize for any inconveniences. 

Since late June, Pakistan has faced devastating monsoon rains, flash floods, and landslides that have claimed over 650 lives and injured hundreds more. Entire communities have been

displaced, homes destroyed, and critical infrastructure damaged.

The province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has been the hardest hit, with more than 350 deaths

reported. Buner District alone has experienced catastrophic destruction, where hundreds of

families have lost loved ones and many remain missing. Other districts such as Swat, Bajaur,

Shangla, and Mansehra, along with parts of Punjab, Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and

Karachi, continue to face the impact of these floods.

Heavy rainfall is forecast to continue into September, and rescue and recovery efforts remain severely challenged by blocked roads, unstable terrain, and disrupted communications. Communities are working tirelessly to provide relief, restore essential services, and care for the displaced.

This calamity underscores the growing vulnerability of South Asia to climate-related disasters. Despite contributing less than 1% of global greenhouse gas emissions, Pakistan is consistently ranked among the countries most severely impacted by climate change. The increasingly unpredictable and destructive monsoon patterns are part of this wider global crisis, in which those least responsible bear some of the heaviest burdens.

As a community of Pakistani graduate students, our hearts are with all those affected. We

especially hold in care our fellow students who are grieving or anxiously awaiting news from

family and friends back home. In moments like these, we are reminded of the deep connections that bind us and the importance of compassion and solidarity across borders.

We invite our broader university community to keep the people of Pakistan in your thoughts

during this difficult time.

Executive Board,

PakGSO