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    <Title>Ready to Lead? GSA Elections Interest Form is Now Open</Title>
    <Tagline>Not Just a Role &#8212; A Responsibility.</Tagline>
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          <div class="html-content"><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>The <strong>Graduate Student Association</strong> is seeking committed, thoughtful, and equity-minded leaders to <strong>serve during the 2026–2027 academic year.</strong></p>
          <p>Serving in GSA means advocating for graduate student needs, strengthening our collective voice, and helping shape decisions that impact our community. This is more than a title — it's responsibility, collaboration, and real impact.</p>
          <p>By completing the interest form, you may nominate yourself or another graduate student for a GSA Executive Council or Senate role.</p>
          <p>If you care about graduate student life, this is your opportunity to step forward.</p>
          <p>Submit the interest form here:<br>
          <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfznsoy8S5sK6z2Slu5p7vq6S-CL8jbmyjE_LHWiTb3i4K2Uw/viewform" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfznsoy8S5sK6z2Slu5p7vq6S-CL8jbmyjE_LHWiTb3i4K2Uw/viewform</a></p>
          <p>Leadership doesn't happen by accident. It happens when someone decides to show up.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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    <Title>GSA Election Town Hall</Title>
    <Tagline>From Questions to Candidacy &#8212; Start Here</Tagline>
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          <div class="html-content"><p>Curious about running for GSA? Want to understand the election process or just have questions? This is your chance to learn more, get clarity, and make your voice heard.</p>
          <p>Join us for an open town hall to talk all things GSA elections — and yes, there will be pizza.</p>
          <p><strong>Monday, February 23<br>2:00 PM<br>The Commons – Flat Tuesdays Space</strong></p>
          <p>Whether you're considering candidacy or simply want to stay informed, your participation matters. Come grab a slice and be part of the conversation.</p>
          <p>Follow @umbc_gsa for updates and visit gsa.umbc.edu for more information.</p><img src="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/posts/156781/attachments/61872" alt="Election town hall flyer" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"></div>
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  <Title>Save-a-Swipe Donations Are Back</Title>
  <Tagline>Share a swipe. Strengthen our community.</Tagline>
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    <p>Through February 25, you can turn those extra swipes into meals for fellow Retrievers experiencing food insecurity. It's a simple choice that can quietly make someone's week a little easier.</p>
    <p>No pressure. Just an opportunity to look out for your own community.</p>
    <p>Every swipe shared is one less worry for someone else.</p>
    <p>Learn more through the link below.</p><p><a href="https://retrieveressentials.umbc.edu/services/save-a-swipe/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://retrieveressentials.umbc.edu/services/save-a-swipe/</a></p></div>
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  <Title>Deadline Extended for Rutledge Well-Being Award!!</Title>
  <Tagline>Proposals due Feb 27th</Tagline>
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    <div class="html-content"><div><div><p><strong><em>Deadline Extended for Proposals: Janet C. Rutledge Graduate Student Well-Being Award<br></em></strong><br>The Graduate School invites UMBC faculty and staff (partnerships welcome) to apply for the inaugural Janet C. Rutledge Graduate Student Well-Being Award, which supports innovative, research-informed projects that promote sustainable graduate student well-being.</p><p>One proposal will be selected annually to receive up to $3,500 for programming costs and/or a stipend. Projects may address one or more areas of graduate student well-being, including sense of purpose, financial security, belonging, faculty mentoring, or student-centered academic structures. Priority will be given to projects with impact beyond the award period.</p><p>NEW Deadline to apply: February 27<br>Award announced: April 1<br>Award presented at the April 10th, 2026 GSA Awards Ceremony</p><p>Eligibility, proposal guidelines, and submission details are available through the Graduate School website: <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gradschool/posts/156734/476bd/aedfed4f5c51bee846f6b81a67049fed/email/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fgradschool.umbc.edu%2Fjanet-c-rutledge-graduate-student-well-being-award%2F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://gradschool.umbc.edu/janet-c-rutledge-graduate-student-well-being-award/</a>.</p><p>For questions, contact Dr. Robin Cresiski, <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gradschool/posts/156734/476bd/be5bdc174066882ec0ef6b91651e16a2/email/link?link=http%3A%2F%2Fgoog_1940767485%2F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">rcresisk</a><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gradschool/posts/156734/476bd/74c1fbb7a32797acb616cee8f59af641/email/link?link=http%3A%2F%2Fumbc.edu%2F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">@umbc.edu</a>. </p></div></div><div><br></div></div>
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    <Title>FREE BREAKFAST in Commons 308</Title>
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          <div class="html-content">Egg &amp; cheese english muffins <div>Breakfast potatoes </div><div>Fruit salad </div><div><br></div><div>While supplies last! To-go containers are available. </div></div>
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  <Title>10AM TODAY - Grad Retriever Breakfast</Title>
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    <p>Stop by to connect with fellow grad students, enjoy a warm meal, and recharge before the rest of your day.</p>
    <p>To-go containers will be available for anyone observing Ramadan or anyone who prefers to take their food to-go.</p>
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