Hello Baylor GSA,
Welcome to all the new and returning graduate students! As we begin a new semester, GSA has several opportunities for you to connect with fellow graduate students, get involved, and make the most of your graduate experience at Baylor. From community events and professional development opportunities to resources and advocacy, there are plenty of ways to connect with GSA this fall.
♦ Keep your eye out for the diamond symbols in these emails, which mean they are accessible to online/hybrid students!
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Join us for an evening on the water with GSA at the Pullin Family Marina to close out the summer and kick off the semester with your graduate community!
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Come enjoy dinner, tea from Zuke's Tea Bar, kayaking, and beach volleyball.
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You'll also have the opportunity to meet Mary, Chair of the Collegiality & Community Committee. This GSA committee focuses on planning events that foster meaningful connections among graduate students, their families, and the wider Baylor and Waco communities.
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📅 Thursday, August 27th
🕑 5:30 - 7:30 PM
📍 Pullin Family Marina
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We hope you'll join us for an evening of fun, food, and community!
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Looking for ways to get more involved and feel more at home here? Mary is a great person to meet!
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♦ 🗣️ September GSA Assembly Meeting |
Join Baylor GSA for our first September Assembly Meeting!
Attend in person at the Graduate Research Center (GRC, 2nd-floor hallway between Moody and Jones Library) or join us online.
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This month, we are excited to welcome Austin Brown from the counseling center. He will introduce mental health resources specifically designed for graduate students, including Grad ROOTS - a group therapy program that helps students connect with peers, manage stress, find balance, and navigate the unique challenges of graduate school.
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📅 Wednesday, September 2nd
🕑 12:00 - 1:00 PMM
📍 GRC / Online
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🍕 Free pizza lunch will be provided for everyone attending in person!
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Grab a slice, meet fellow graduate students, and connect with the GSA community.
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♦ 🎤 Voices That Matter: Communicating the Graduate Student Experience |
Join us for Voices That Matter, a GPS Workshop focused on communicating the graduate student experience.
📆 Friday, September 4th
🕘 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
🎧 Online
Graduate students have valuable insights that can help strengthen the academic community. This workshop invites participants to reflect on their experiences, identify growth opportunities, and develop skills for communicating their perspectives effectively.
Ideas and feedback shared during the session will help inform future discussions with university leaders and administrators, ensuring that student voices are represented thoughtfully and constructively.
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You'll also have the opportunity to connect with Zia, Chair of the Advocacy Committee. This GSA committee is dedicated to advancing policy improvements and enhancing benefits for graduate students. Additionally, it hosts the annual Dialogue with Baylor Leaders Dinner, which brings together students, faculty, and administrators for meaningful discussions.
If you're interested in getting involved in advocacy, this is a great place to start!
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An hour of your Friday can help shape the future of graduate education at Baylor for you and those who follow.
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Start your morning with free breakfast, coffee, and tea while exploring resources and building connections to make your graduate experience even better!
Meet librarians who specialize in supporting graduate students across STEM, the humanities, and the social sciences. They can help you locate sources, navigate research databases, and strengthen your scholarly work from day one.
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📆 Wednesday, September 9th
🕘 9:30 - 11:30 AM
📍 GRC (2nd-floor hallway between Moody and Jones Library)
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You'll also meet Kate, Chair of the Academic & Professional Affairs (APA) Committee, which hosts the annual 3-Minute Thesis Competition. This GSA committee aims to enhance research visibility and create professional development opportunities for graduate students.
If you are interested in getting involved, Kate is an excellent person to connect with!
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♦ 💻 GSA Meet & Greet: Online Edition |
Calling all online graduate students!
Join us for the GSA Meet & Greet: Online Edition, designed specifically for students studying online.
Whether you're brand new to Baylor or returning for another semester, this is your chance to connect with fellow graduate students and learn how GSA and the Graduate School are working to create more opportunities for engagement and foster a genuine sense of belonging for students studying from anywhere.
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📆 Wednesday, September 9th
🕘 7:30 - 8:30 PM
🎧 Online
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You will also meet Sixto, the Chair of the Online Community Committee. This GSA committee is focused on connecting virtual learning with the full Baylor experience.
We encourage you to log in, say hello, and explore the resources, opportunities, and community available to you. We look forward to seeing you on screen!
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🐻 BEAR Grants: Funding for Graduate Student Events |
Planning a graduate student event this academic year? The GSA/Graduate School BEAR Grants provide supplementary funding for departmental-level events that support graduate student recruitment, collegiality, scholarship, and community.
💰 Up to $150 in funding, with at least $150 in matching funds from the host department.
⭐ Apply early! We give preference to groups that submit applications within the first 6 weeks of the semester. Also submit applications at least 4 weeks before your event.
For eligibility, application details, and more information, visit the link below.
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♦ GSA Connections - So much is happening across the country and the globe. If you are, or another graduate student you know is, experiencing any type of hardship in meeting basic needs, please contact GSA at graduatestudentassociation@baylor.edu. We can help by connecting you with campus partners and departments ready to assist.
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Community Events and Updates
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♦ Baylor University Counseling Center (BUCC):
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 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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Baylor Graduate Unite Intervarsity:
Join us for the semester kickoff and tacos on Saturday, August 29th at 6:00 PM in the Community Room of the Quadrangle Apartment Complex.
- The following recurring events will begin the second week of the semester:
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- Graduate Student Bible Study on Matthew from 7:00-9:00 p.m. 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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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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