GAPSA MONTHLY
UPDATE

Dear Fellow Doctoral and Research Master's Students,

Happy Fall! As we step into November, the campus is glowing with autumn colors along Locust Walk, and the holiday season is just around the corner. We hope you are taking a moment to enjoy the crisp air, the golden leaves, and the energy that comes with this special time of year.

This season brings not only beauty but also a wonderful lineup of events and opportunities across our vibrant campus – many of which you will find below.

Ludwig Zhao

President, Graduate and Professional Student Assembly
gapsa.president@gapsa.upenn.edu

GAPSA is proud to offer grad students a limited supply of discounted Homecoming Quaker Passes. Use promo code GAPSASTUDENT25 for $7 tickets. Connect with fellow Quakers at the pre-game tailgate. Sample picnic fare and raise a toast to the university. Join us after the football game for the annual battle of the bands competition between students and alumni while enjoying the Beer Garden at the Blutt Band Slam. Questions: gapsa.alumni@gapsa.upenn.edu.

When: Saturday, November 8

Where: College Green & Franklin Field

Tickets: https://penn.events.alumniq.com/go/hc25

Want to tell us how to use your student fee dollars? Looking to see your student government host more activities? Want us drive more resources into specific projects? Then fill out the GAPSA Annual Budget Survey and let us know what you would like us to prioritize!

Budget Survey: Here

Join the Research Students and International Graduate Student Town Hall hosted by GAPSA: A space to speak, share, and shape your experience at Penn.

When: Thursday, Nov 13 | 4:00 - 5:30 PM

Where: Houston Hall, Benjamin Franklin Room

Open to all research, international grad & professional students. | Register via Link!

Vibe is Wellness at Penn's asynchronous sexual health education program focused on exploring information and tips curated to help you improve your sexual health and relationships. Vibe provides inclusive, judgment-free education and resources to help you make informed choices about your body, relationships, and sexual wellbeing.

Vibe will be launched on 11/10! Sign up today here!

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF THE SHOP PENN RETAIL DISTRICT!

Share your ideas on the services, eateries, and shopping available in the district around Penn. Take our retail survey and be entered to win a $100 Visa gift card.

As Penn Facilities and Real Estate Services works with consultants to better understand the shopping and dining habits of the community, this survey will gather input from the university and its neighbors about their retail preferences and experiences on and around campus to enhance the offerings for all. It should take 15 minutes to complete. We look forward to your feedback.

Feeling overwhelmed or need a study boost? Join us for a supportive and casual space to share experiences and learn strategies to thrive at Penn.

When: Thursday, Nov 13 | 12 - 1 PM

Where: Penn Global Tokyo Conference Room (600B), 3935 Walnut Street

Guest Speaker: Julianne Reynolds, MA - Learning Specialist for International Students. | Register via Link!

GAPSA hosts General Assembly Meetings every other Wednesday 7 - 9 PM, where representatives from all 12 schools come together to disucss issues and concerns affecting graduate and professional students.

- Have something you'd like to see discussed? Share it with us here!

- All meetings are open to the public - see the full meeting schedule here.

Next Meeting Time: Wednesday, November 19 | 7 - 9 PM

Location: DRL A8 or virtual via Zoom

Graduate and Professional Student Assembly
Questions? Concerns?
Email gapsa.president@gapsa.upenn.edu

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