The Current CGS Standing Committees
The Council of Graduate Students creates Standing Committees to address graduate student issues.
If you are interested in applying for any of the committees below, please apply.
The CGS Standing and Ad Hoc Committees and Committee Chairs are as follows:
CGS Diversity, Inclusion and International Concerns
Chair: Katie Krajny
This committee is responsible for promoting programs and events for international students and any group of students recognized as being underrepresented by the committee.
Visit the DIISC resource page.
Meets: As needed
Current Members:
CGS Graduate Health & Wellness Committee
Chair: Chris Volpe
This committee ensures that graduate students are provided with access to health care and fitness for use by them and their families.
Meets: As needed
Current Members:
CGS Organization and Elections Committee
Chair: Danelle Wilbraham
This committee searches for and screens applicants for the University Senate, Council on Research and Graduate Studies (RGC), CGS internal committees and other University-Wide committees.
Meets: As needed
Current Members:
CGS Policy & Advocacy Committee
Chair: Lee Barkalow
The AAD Committee creates and co-sponsors programs that enrich the academic experience and assist students with administrative processes.
Visit the AAD Homepage for up-to-date info on our committee projects.
Meets: As needed
Current Members:
CGS Public Relations Committee
Chair: Timothy Gocha
This committee is responsible for publicizing the purpose and actions of the Council through press releases, adverstising and promotional materials.
Meets: As needed
Current Members:
CGS Ray Award Committee
Chair: Liza Toher
Meets: As needed
Current Members:
Edward F. Hayes Graduate Research Forum Committee
Chair: Danelle Wilbraham
The committee organizes the Edward F. Hayes Graduate Research Forum, now entering its 17th year. The Forum provides graduate students across campus with the opportunity to present original research in a conference-style setting. Top papers/presentations
Meets: As needed
Current Members: