Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week

Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week was started in 1993 by the National Association of Graduate-Professional Students (NAGPS) as a way to demonstrate appreciation for graduate and professional students nationwide. This year, GSDM is celebrating GPSA Week with series of events and fun activities – just a small gesture to demonstrate our appreciation for the important contributions our students and residents make to our community every day!

Every event you attend during GPSA Week gives you a chance to win! Here’s how to enter: 

  • Scan the QR code at each event to earn one entry per event.  
  • Only events marked with a * are eligible for the prize drawing 
  • Some events, like Trivia or BYO mug activities, give extra entries.  
  • The more you attend, the higher your chances to win! 

        Monday, April 6

        Keychain Giveaway 
        9am – to 5pm | Student Affairs – G-158 
        Kick off GPSA Week with our exclusive Tooth Keychain Giveaway!  Grab your chance to snag these adorable keychains and learn all about fun-filled activities planned for GPSA Week! 

        Mandala Monday*
        11:30am – 1:30pm | Table outside G-170
        Take a pause, grab some colors, and get your zen on. Take a moment and let your mind wander while coloring beautiful mandalas – perfect for a mini mental reset! 

        Gratitude Wall
        Kickoff – 11am, runs all week long | 1st floor Collaborative Space
        Leave a note of positivity, encouragement, or appreciation for your fellow students and residents. Every kind word makes a difference! 

        Tuesday, April 7

        What’s the Tea?*
        9am to 2pm | Student Affairs, Suite G-158
        Grab a cup of tea, a chat, and complete our Tea Time Trivia for a chance to win! Bring your own mug for an extra prize drawing entry. 

        Postdoc Professional Headshots
        10am to 2pm | G-263
        Attention Residents – Refresh your professional profile with a free headshot session. Perfect for LinkedIn, CVs, and professional portfolios.

        Paws and Pause
        11:00 – 11:30am | 1st floor Collaborative Space
        Need a mid-day vibe check? Swing by and hang with Bean, BU’s community resource dog. Snuggles, pets, and a mood boost guaranteed! 

        Gratitude Wall
        All day | 1st floor Collaborative Space 

        Wednesday, April 8

        Bagel Breakfast*
        7:30 – 9:30am | Lustbader Lounge
        Kickstart your morning and fuel up with fresh bagels and refreshments, courtesy of GSDM Development and Alumni Relations.

        Giving Day 
        9am to 5pm | 1st floor Collaborative Space 
        Join BU Giving Day and support causes you care about! Stop by the table in GSDM to donate and grab swag for giving back.

        Gratitude Wall
        All day | 1st floor Collaborative Space 

        Thursday, April 9

        Art Break: Bookmarks and Brownies*
        11:30am – 1:30pm | table outside G-170
        Make your own custom bookmarks and enjoy a brownie bite for a fun mid-day break. 

        Shelf Care: A Little Library Pop-Up & Book Swap*
        11:00am | Table outside G-170
        Reading a good book is a great way to practice a little self-care. Stop by our Little Library pop-up to pick up a new read and bring a book to swap and share with others.  

        Gratitude Wall
        All day | 1st floor Collaborative Space 

        Friday, April 10

        Snack Shack*
        10am – 2pm | Lustbader Lounge
        Wrap up GPSA Week on a tasty note! Stop by for grab-and-go snacks to fuel your Friday and kick off the weekend. Quick bites, sweet treats, and a little pick-me-up—you’ve earned it! 

        Paws and Pause
        3:00 to 3:30pm | 1st floor collaborative space
        One last chance to hang with Bean, BU’s community resource dog! 

        Gratitude Wall
        All day | 1st floor Collaborative Space