Graduate Student Appreciation Week (GSAW)
Graduate Student Appreciation Week (GSAW) is a way of hitting "pause" on the grind so you can take up space, find your rhythm, and be celebrated for the incredible impact you have on this campus. From wellness sessions to game nights and a formal prom, this week is all about you. You’ve earned the right to relax, connect, and enjoy the community you help build.
Follow the Office of Graduate Student Life and checkout all their events this week!
Grad Wellness Day | Monday, April 6
- Wellness Tabling
- 1–3 p.m.
- The Commons, Main Street
- Candle Making
- 3–5 p.m.
- The Commons, Room 329
- Break the Mold (Pottery & Networking)
- 4–6 p.m.
- The Commons, Fireside Lounge (with The Office of Health Promotion)
GEARS Research Symposium & 3MT
- Tuesday, April 7 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- UC Ballroom
Grad Bingo Night
- Wednesday, April 8 | 4–7 p.m.
- UC Ballroom
- RSVP & FOLLOW OGSL ON myUMBC
Grad Cultural Day
- Thursday, April 9 | 12–4 p.m
- UC Ballroom
Career Paths by The Graduate School
- Thursday, April 9 | 5–8:30 p.m.
- Fireside Lounge, The Commons
Grad Prom & Awards
- Friday, April 10 | 5–8 p.m.
- UC Ballroom
Posted: April 6, 2026, 8:50 AM