Hello Baylor GSA ,
Welcome to the October GSA Newsletter!
Fall is underway, and plenty is happening across the graduate community! From upcoming GSA events and opportunities to resources and ways to connect, we’ve rounded up what's happening, what's coming up, and what you may have missed.
♦ Keep your eye out for the diamond symbols in these emails, which mean they are accessible to online/hybrid students!
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💬 A message from Jaimala:
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the Diversity Gala! It was truly encouraging to see so many of you come together to celebrate culture, diversity, and inclusivity. Your presence and participation made the event meaningful and memorable!
A special thank you to all the performers who shared their talents and made the celebration even more special!
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♦ 🥟 GSA Online: Dumpling-Making Workshop Night |
Ready to make dumplings at home?
Join Baylor GSA and the Graduate School for a virtual cooking workshop sponsored by the Online Committee! Cha Community will lead a hands-on session to help you learn how to make dumplings in your own kitchen.
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📆 Wednesday, October 28th
🕘 5:00 PM
🎧Online
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Participants must RSVP and gather the ingredients needed for the workshop. Those who participate will also be entered into a raffle!
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🎤 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) |
Can you explain your research in three minutes or less? 🎤
The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) challenges graduate students to communicate their research to a broad audience in just three minutes, using a single slide. It’s a great opportunity to practice research communication skills, connect with students and faculty outside your department, and showcase your work!
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📆 Tuesday, November 3rd
🕘 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Cashion 501
🍽️ Dinner will be provided!
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Top 3 presentations win cash prizes and progress on to a final round.
Winner of the final round will receive funding to compete at the Conference of Southern Graduate Schools Annual Conference.
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Interested in competing or attending to support your fellow graduate students?
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♦ 💚💛 GSA Homecoming Student Hype Week |
Let’s show our Baylor spirit! Join GSA on Instagram for Homecoming Hype Week, November 2–7. All Baylor graduate students are welcome to participate, whether you’re on campus or studying online!
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📆 Monday, November 2nd: Green and Gold Day 💚💛
Kick off the week by wearing your Baylor green and gold! Share a photo of yourself in your Baylor colors on your Instagram and celebrate Homecoming with the graduate student community.
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📆 Tuesday, November 3rd: Favorite Baylor Memory 🐻
What’s one of your favorite Baylor memories? Share a favorite class, professor, or experience. You can share a photo or tell us about it in a few words!
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📸 Want to participate?
Send us a DM on Instagram, share a post and tag @gsabaylor, or email us your photos and favorite Baylor memories. We’d love to celebrate Homecoming with you! 💚💛
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Follow us on Instagram to view the shared posts and stay tuned for more activities throughout the week!
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📸 Free Professional Headshots |
Still using that headshot from your first year? Give your professional profile a refresh!
The Library MakerSpace is offering free professional headshot sessions, perfect for updating your LinkedIn, academic profile, résumé, or job-market materials. Just book an appointment and show up ready to smile!
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⚠️ Appointments are required. Book through the Baylor Library Events Calendar by selecting “Makerspace and Studios Workshops.”
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📣 Connect with GSA on LinkedIn! |
Baylor Graduate Student Association is now on LinkedIn!
Follow our page to stay connected with the graduate student community, discover GSA events and updates, and celebrate the achievements of Baylor graduate students.
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Other Community Events and Opportunities
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🚲 Bike Drive: Help Improve Transportation Access |
The GSA Advocacy Committee supports an ongoing bike drive to improve transportation access for clients served by McLennan County Specialty Treatment Courts.
Many clients face transportation barriers that make it difficult to access treatment and other services. Donated bikes are repaired and provided to clients at no cost.
🚲 Have a bike to donate? Help support this effort by donating a bike!
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☕ Free Coffee at the Bobo
Need a place to study, work, or simply take a break?
Stop by the Bobo Spiritual Life Center for free coffee from For Keeps!
Stay and hang out, study, or grab a cup to go!
Monday–Thursday from 8:00–10:00 AM
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🍽️ Free Wednesday Lunch
Join Baylor Spiritual Life for a free lunch at the Bobo Spiritual Life Center!
October 28th,
12 - 1 PM
Stop by, grab a meal, and connect with fellow students and the Spiritual Life community.
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♦🙏 Graduate Chaplain
Learn more about the Graduate Chaplain and the spiritual care and resources available to graduate students.
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⛪ Pentecost Campus Ministry
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Looking for opportunities to pray, study Scripture, worship, and build community? Pentecost Campus Ministry welcomes students to join its weekly gatherings:
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Prayer Meeting from 9:00-10:00 p.m. on Tuesdays in Elliston Chapel. Pray for one another, pray for Baylor, and fellowship together.
- Bible Study on the Book of John from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Fridays in the SUB den. Enjoy food and fellowship while studying one chapter each week.
- Worship Service from 2:00-3:30 p.m. on Sundays in Elliston Chapel. A time of singing, worship, prayer, teaching, and community.
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Baylor Graduate Unite Intervarsity
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- Weekly Recurring Events:
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- Graduate Student Bible Study on Matthew from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Mondays in the Tidwell Bible Building in GL03.
- Weekly Prayer Gathering on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Tidwell Bible Building in room GL03.
- Come and Go Community Lunch from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Fridays in the SUB.
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- Halloween PowerPoint Night on October 28 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in Tidwell GL03.
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♦ Baylor University Counseling Center (BUCC):
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The Baylor University Counseling Center (BUCC) has a number of resources for students.
Resources Crisis Line (24/7): (254) 710-2467 – Immediate support is available at any time.
Baylor Telehealth Services – Students can access virtual counseling and health support at no cost.
Mental Health Ally Initiative – Become a trained ally and help create a culture of support at Baylor.
Request an Outreach – Invite BUCC staff to present workshops or trainings for your department or group.
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Know of any other events and opportunities you would like to see here? Email srimanjusha_tella1@baylor.edu with your ideas! |
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Stay connected with the Baylor Graduate School
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