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  <Title>FINAL DAY to Submit Your GSA Senate Nomination!</Title>
  <Tagline>Deadline: Tonight, Thursday, April 24, 2025 @ 11:59 PM</Tagline>
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    <p><span>The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is closing nominations for the </span><span>Graduate Senate</span><span>. If you've been thinking about running, now is the time to act. Don’t miss the opportunity to shape the graduate experience for over 2,500 students at UMBC.</span></p>
    <p><span>Why Run?</span><span><br></span><span> Develop impactful leadership skills</span><span><br></span><span> Influence campus-wide decisions</span><span><br></span><span> Be part of a passionate, change-making team</span><span><br></span><span> And yes it’s a </span><span>paid</span><span> position!</span></p>
    <p><span>Open Position:</span></p>
    <ul><li><p><span>Graduate Senate</span><span> – Advocate for your department and fellow graduate students</span></p></li></ul>
    <p><span>Submit Your Nomination Today:</span></p>
    <p><span><br></span><span>Senate:</span><span> </span><span><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsTgHcAaB7oYHSHGf1GHBvvdACumKChvnvP1DUObtYqbBj-g/viewform?usp=dialog" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsTgHcAaB7oYHSHGf1GHBvvdACumKChvnvP1DUObtYqbBj-g/viewform?usp=dialog</a></span></p>
    <p><span>Deadline: Thursday, April 24 at 11:59 PM</span></p>
    <p><span>This is your opportunity to lead with purpose and leave your mark on UMBC. Don't miss out!</span></p>
    <p><span>If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact the GSA Election Committee Chairs:</span></p>
    <p><span>Aijaz Shaik</span><span> – </span><a href="mailto:rx21259@umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>rx21259@umbc.edu</span></a></p>
    <p><span><br></span><span>Eswari Harika Bathina</span><a rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>–dg18853@umbc.edu</span></a></p>
    <p><span>Let this be your moment to lead, represent, and inspire. Your graduate community needs YOU!</span></p>
    <p><span>#UMBCGSA #LeadWithGSA #MakeADifference</span></p></span></div>
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  <Title>Cultural &amp; Affinity Celebration and Awards</Title>
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    <p><span><strong>RSVP TODAY for our end of the year Celebration &amp; Awards! </strong></span></p>
    <p><span>Student Belonging (formerly known as Initiatives for Identity, Inclusion, &amp; Belonging, or i3b) in the Division of Student Affairs has hosted celebration ceremonies for Latinx, Black, and LGBTQIA+ / queer students for several years. This year, we are excited to add the Asian Cultural Celebration &amp; Awards to the lineup. These three affinity events will honor and celebrate the achievements of UMBC's outstanding community members and graduating students.</span></p>
    <p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/i3b/posts/149092/1bf45/13ffeee8bc24cd4844c9f72c0a55589e/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fthemosaic%2Fevents%2F141738" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span><strong>Inaugural Asian Cultural Celebration &amp; Awards</strong></span></a></p>
    <p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/i3b/posts/149092/1bf45/8dd17e6048df94c3776da0be774d067f/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fthemosaic%2Fevents%2F141740" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span><strong>5th Annual Black &amp; Latine/x Celebration &amp; Awards</strong></span></a></p>
    <p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/i3b/posts/149092/1bf45/e99e118faa94a00b2346f4e5cdc30e91/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fthepridecenter%2Fevents%2F141489" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span><strong>12th Annual Lavender Celebration &amp; Awards</strong></span></a></p>
    <p><span>Please see the individual events for further details and information. </span></p>
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    <p><span>Light refreshments and appetizers will be served starting at 5:30 pm for all graduates and guests in attendance. </span></p>
    <p><span><strong>For those interested in attending</strong></span>, please see our myUMBC post for our RSVP Forms. These forms are designed to collect RSVPs from graduates, their guests, and community members. Graduates will also have the chance to share details about their achievements and degrees. <strong><span>Graduates who RSVP by Monday, April 28th at 6 PM</span><span>will be recognized during the event and will receive honorary graduation cords</span></strong><strong>.</strong> <span>Each event has its own RSVP form, so please refer to the specific event pages for details on dress code, arrival times, and other event-related information.</span></p>
    <p><span>If you have any questions, please email Angelina R. Jenkins, Assistant Director for The Mosaic: Center for Cultural Diversity at </span><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/i3b/posts/149092/1bf45/143cb0b1e5624c3bdf48d0f6b498d05a/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fosl%2Fevents%2F129004%2F5389d%2Fb3438f6e7850047fd4e75e6178a316a8%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dmailto%253Aarjenkins%2540umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>arjenkins@umbc.edu</span></a><span>. </span></p>
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    <p><strong><span>These events are open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's </span><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/i3b/posts/149092/1bf45/bde7b57c22c58e6850901fa996fa5b8f/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fecr.umbc.edu%2Fdiscrimination-policy%2F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>nondiscrimination policy</span></a><span>. </span></strong></p>
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  <Title>Tea with Interim Associate Dean Hamilton Edwards</Title>
  <Tagline>Tuesdays from 2-3pm</Tagline>
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    <div>Would you like to meet with the Associate Dean of the Graduate School? Do you have a concern or kudos that you would like to share with them? </div>
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    <div>They want to hear from you! </div>
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    <div>There is now a regular opportunity to meet with leadership of the Graduate School @ UMBC:</div>
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    <div><strong>Tea with Interim Associate Dean Hamilton Edwards:</strong></div>
    <div><strong>Tuesdays from 2-3pm.</strong></div>
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    <div>Virtual or in office for tea and snacks. </div>
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    <strong><a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/schedules/AcZssZ2riNx44oZxhzq9fZf4S4KP9w8ohHZo0rBRrCSTZbvgBQt-2w1rRRDqUpdfLaF7KR2t6FUG-7Hb" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Sign up here</a> </strong>or use the qrcode, not a drop in.</div>
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    <strong>They are almost at capacity for this event and are looking for 2 additional speakers.</strong> However, they hope to hold these events quarterly. If you are interested, please reach out and they will note you down for a future event.</div>
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    <br>Sign up to give a quick 5-minute presentation on your research. This is a perfect opportunity for undergraduate or graduate students. The subject can be any STEM topic of your choosing. The event is geared to the general public. We can help you with tailoring your talk to this audience if needed. If you’re unavailable, we’re happy to work with someone in your research group to give a talk. If you have more questions, please review our FAQ sheet (PDF attached). </div>
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    <div>If you'd like to join the event as an attendee rather than a speaker, please register here or share with others: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/science-slam-at-red-emmas-tickets-1298127025879?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Science Slam at Red Emmas! Tickets, Sat, Jun 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM | Eventbrite</a> </div>
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  <Title>Great News: GSA Senate Nominations Deadline Extended!</Title>
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    <div>Still thinking about running for a GSA Senate position? Now’s your chance we’ve extended the deadline! If you've been waiting for the right moment to step up and make a difference at UMBC, this is it. The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is giving you a few extra days to be the voice of over 2,500 graduate students and shape the future of student life on campus.</div>
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    <div><strong>Why Should You Run?</strong></div>
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    <li>Influence real decisions that impact graduate students</li>
    <li>Work with a passionate, supportive team</li>
    <li>And yes it’s a paid position!</li>
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    <strong>Senate:</strong> <u><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FZaq5LmC5l2LpiamUTeLBH3cKRd9I3A1non0sH0HTeU/viewform?ts=67fb411c&amp;edit_requested=true&amp;pli=1" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FZaq5LmC5l2LpiamUTeLBH3cKRd9I3A1non0sH0HTeU/viewform?ts=67fb411c&amp;edit_requested=true&amp;pli=1</a></u>
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    <div><strong>Deadline: Thursday, April 24 at 11:59 PM</strong></div>
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    <div>Leadership starts with a single step this is yours. Let your voice be heard.</div>
    <div>Represent. Inspire. Lead.</div>
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    <div>If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact the GSA Election Committee Chairs:</div>
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    <li><strong>Aijaz Shaik – <a href="mailto:rx21259@umbc.edu">rx21259@umbc.edu</a> </strong></li>
    <li><strong>Eswari Harika Bathina – <a href="mailto:dg18853@umbc.edu">dg18853@umbc.edu</a> </strong></li>
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    <div>#UMBCGSA #LeadWithGSA #MakeADifference</div>
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    <div>Best regards,</div>
    <div>GSA Election Committee 2025</div>
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          <div>The Graduate School is excited to invite all University System of Maryland graduate students and postdocs to Rest, Reflect, &amp; 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.</div>
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    <div>We are deeply grateful to TIAA for their generous support and look forward to seeing how GradSense can support your efforts to promote the value of graduate education.</div>
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    <div>Sincerely,</div>
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    <div>See the letter below to learn more about participating in a study aiming to understand the well-being and media consumption habits of international LGBTQ+ students studying in the U.S.</div>
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    <div>To whom it may concern,</div>
    <div>My name is Layla Chen, and I am writing on behalf of our research team at Boston University College of Communication. We are conducting a study with the help of BU’s LGBTQIA+ Student Resource Center <strong>to understand the well-being and media consumption habits of international LGBTQ+ students studying in the U.S..</strong> International LGBTQ+ students may experience identity conflict as they navigate their ethnocultural and LGBTQ+ identities, and we seek to examine this phenomenon with this national survey.</div>
    <div>The more insight we obtain beyond the BU campus, the more research rigor and positive impact we have.</div>
    <div><span>Study Details:</span></div>
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    <li><div>15-minute online survey questionnaire</div></li>
    <li><div>Participants can enter a raffle for a chance to win a $10 gift card</div></li>
    <li><div>Survey <a href="https://bostonu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bd8ztrEmEXaRmDk" title="https://bostonu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bd8ztrEmEXaRmDk" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">link</a> and poster attached to this email</div></li>
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    <div><span>Study Purpose:</span></div>
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    <li><div>To inform higher education institutions and researchers about the unique experiences, needs, and stressors faced by international LGBTQ+ students</div></li>
    <li><div>To guide potential improvements in student support services</div></li>
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    <div><span>Participant Privacy Protection:</span></div>
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    <li><div>No personal identifiers will be collected in the survey</div></li>
    <li><div>Email addresses collected for the raffle will only be used for the prize distribution and only be accessible to the research team</div></li>
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    <div>We greatly appreciate your kind support. Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional information. The study’s principal investigator Patrick Zhang can be reached at <a href="mailto:mohanz@bu.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">mohanz@bu.edu</a><span>.</span>
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    <div>Thank you very much for your time and consideration!</div>
    <div>Sincerely,</div>
    <div>Layla Chen</div>
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  <Title>Rest, Reflect, &amp; Rise: A Social Wellness Event for Scholars</Title>
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    <p><span>The Graduate School is excited to invite all University System of Maryland graduate students and postdocs to </span><span>Rest, Reflect, &amp; Rise: A Social Wellness Event for Scholars</span><span>, taking place on </span><span>Thursday, May 9, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM</span><span> at </span><span>STAMP (TerpZone), University of Maryland, College Park</span><span>.</span></p>
    <p><span>This event is designed to promote community, connection, and well-being among scholars through a variety of engaging wellness activities, including:</span></p>
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    <span> </span><span>Mindful Tea Workshop</span>
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    <span> </span><span>R&amp;B Yoga</span>
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    <span> </span><span>Community-Building Activities: Bowling, Line Dancing 101, &amp; Spades Tournament</span>
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    <p><span>Students can learn more about the event by going </span><a href="https://gradschool.umd.edu/restreflectrise" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>here</span></a><span> or visiting: <a href="https://gradschool.umd.edu/restreflectrise" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://gradschool.umd.edu/restreflectrise</a></span></p>
    <p><span>This is a wonderful opportunity for graduate students and postdocs across the </span><span>University System of Maryland</span><span> to take a break, recharge, and connect with peers in a fun and supportive environment.</span></p>
    <p><span><span>Space is limited, so we are asking students to please </span><span>RSVP by May 2</span><span> to secure your spot: RSVP </span><a href="https://go.umd.edu/rsvprestreflectrise" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>here</span></a><span>.</span></span></p>
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