GSA is Hiring: Senators and Committee Member Roles

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 09:38:16 -0500

Are you passionate about advocacy, event planning, research, or policy? The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is now recruiting paid senators and committee member for the Spring 2026! This is your opportunity to grow as a leader, collaborate with fellow students, and support the graduate community at UMBC.

Grants Review Panel (GRP) Committee

Mission: Review and evaluate GSA grant applications for research and travel support.

We are recruiting 1 member with strong attention to detail and accountability. You need to have at least one semester completed to be a part of this committee.

Responsibilities:

Review and track applications using Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets

Maintain accurate records

Attend all committee meetings

Communicate promptly and meet deadlines

Open to all graduate students.

Skills Needed: Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, formatting)
Time Commitment: 3–4 hours/week
Ideal for analytical and detail-oriented individuals with strong communication skills.

Fill the following form by January 14, 2026

GRP COMMITTEE FORM

College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) Senators

Graduate Student Association (GSA) is now accepting nominations for two College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) 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 CAHSS 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 $600 for your service

Eligibility Criteria:

Open exclusively to all CAHSS 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 CAHSS 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 two Town Halls in Spring 2026

Join and remain active on at least one university committee

How to Nominate:

Submit your nomination (for yourself or someone else) by January 14, 2026

Senator Nomination Form