Graduate Student Association

The Graduate Student Association (GSA) promotes the well-being of graduate students through educational, professional and social events.

GSA office: Sykes Student Union, rm 216
610-436-6987

GSA lounge: Francis Harvey Green Library, 6th floor
Any graduate student can use the lounge during the hours that the library is open. Ask the circulation desk staff for the door combination. Contacts

President: Kristin Jacobson -
gsa@wcupa.edu
Faculty Advisory - Dr. One Pagan (Biology Department)

Members

Graduate students who have registered benefit from advance notice of all kinds of events and opportunities

THE GSA ALWAYS NEEDS HELP!
Volunteer at events or serve on the GSA Executive Board. Ask HOW!

E-mail

gsa@wcupa.edu

Office Hours

Fall 2009
Mondays 1-4 or by appointment.
To schedule an appointment: gsa@wcupa.edu

Note: Hours subject to change to accommodate schedule changes.

Graduate students deserve support and representation!

GSA is the student government of the Graduate Program at WCU
GSA represents graduate students by sitting on various University Committees
including:
- Academic Recognition Committee
- Space Allocation Committee
- Academic Calender Committee
- Exec Board of Coordinators

What does the GSA do for you?

Educational opportunities:
- Event notification within the GSA and in WCU as a whole via by e-mail (Are you on the list??)
- Periodic speakers and workshops on issues relevant to grad students
- Fall orientation for graduate students
Professional opportunities:
- Professional Advancement Grants (up to $500) for defraying expenses when presenting at a conference.
- Networking and valuable experience to help build your resume
Social opportunities:
- Free tickets to WCU-sponsored shows
- Special fun gatherings and community events
- Commencement receptions in December and May
- Tell us what you want!!!

The GSA is YOUR organization, if you are a graduate student.
* Register so you remain informed. *
* Get involved! *