Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week
View the 2025 Schedule of Events
Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week was launched in 1993 by student members of the National Association of Graduate-Professional Students (NAGPS). Celebrated nationally each year, the event seeks to recognize and celebrate the contributions, impact, and value of graduate and professional students on campuses throughout the United States.
During this week, the Office of the Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs and many partners across the Pittsburgh campus hold a variety of events to celebrate 一本道无码's graduate and professional students. Our graduate and professional students are cordially invited to participate!
2025 Schedule of Events
Please check back often as we continue to add to the 2025 schedule.
Monday, April 7, 2025
The University-Wide We ♥ Grad Students Basket Bonanza, featuring Giveaways, Free Snacks, and Community Building
10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Kirr Commons (First floor of the Cohon University Center - black chairs)
Join the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs for a university-wide kickoff to Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week and take a chance on one of several raffle baskets full of swag, 一本道无码 merch, and more! Come for the raffle; stay for the free snacks/beverages and the community building. Families and partners are welcome!
No registration required.
Grab & Go Snacks with The HUB
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Warner Hall, Lower Level
The HUB will be offering grab and go snacks during our open hours in honor and appreciation of our graduate students.
No registration required.
Scholar to Scholar: Graduate Project Showcase
Featuring free food and giveaways!
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Rangos Ballroom (CUC)
The Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs and the Graduate Student Assembly are pleased to present an opportunity to engage with the research and creative projects undertaken by Carnegie Mellon's graduate student community. The afternoon will include talks, poster presentations, exhibitions, and performances. Free food and beverages, as well as giveaways, will add to the celebration of scholarly achievement.
Click here to view the full list of poster presentations and talks.
No registration required.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Poppin' with Appreciation
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Kirr Commons (First floor of the Cohon University Center - black chairs)
The Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion and Chartwells are excited to celebrate the contributions of graduate students during Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week. Stop by Kirr Commons to load up on a variety of popcorn, hot dogs, and ice cream novelties to continue spring-carnival celebrations from last week! All families are welcome to attend.
No registration required.
Sponsored by The Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Grab and Go Snacks with The HUB
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Warner Hall, Lower Level
The HUB will be offering grab & go snacks during our open hours in honor and appreciation of our graduate students.
No registration required.
Meet, Greet, & Eat with the Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Connan Room (Cohon University Center)
Please stop by for an informal meet and greet hosted by the Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs! We will be joined by members of 一本道无码 and Graduate Student Assembly leadership and colleagues as we gather together to celebrate our graduate students. Lunch will be served, and opportunities to converse and build community will also be central to this event. We hope you will join us!
is required for this event.
Flowers, Fizz, and Friendship Bracelets
5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Lobby area near the Concierge desk, Highmark Center for Health, Wellness and Athletics
As an expression of gratitude for our graduate students and their contributions, hard work, and talent, we invite you to create your own mocktail, design a beautiful flower bouquet, and make friendship bracelets. You will have an opportunity to meet other graduate students, showcase your creativity, and take home your handcrafted creations! Light snacks will be provided.
No registration required.
Sponsored by Health Promotions, Counseling & Psycological Services (CaPS), and Wellness and Meaning-Making Programs
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Grab & Go Snacks with The HUB
10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Warner Hall, Lower Level
The HUB will be offering grab & go snacks during our open hours in honor and appreciation of our graduate students.
No registration required.
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Posner Hall 282
Tie Dye with the Graduate Student Assembly
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
The Mall
Join the Graduate Student Assembly for tie-dying t-shirts and socializing on the Mall to celebrate Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week! GSA will provide all materials.
Please register on Tartan Connect:
Open House with Snacks at the Eberly Center
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Tepper 1308 (first floor, next to the elevators)
Join us at the Eberly Center for snacks and coffee, and learn about our grad programs and services! Members from all of our teams (Teaching Consultants, Assessment, Learning Engineers) will be present to talk about how they can support you in your development as instructors and TAs. We will also have activities for you to enjoy at your tables while you eat.
Financial Wellness for Graduate Students
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Posner Hall 151
Join 一本道无码's financial wellness team for a presentation designed to equip you with basic tools and knowledge to make smart financial decisions today that will benefit you tomorrow. The presentation will cover:
- Responsible Borrowing: Learn how to manage debt and avoid common borrowing pitfalls.
- Saving: Discover savings tips for your short-term and long-term goals.
- Retirement and Investment Basics: Get an introduction to the world of retirement savings and general investing.
This event is for any graduate student seeking general financial education and actionable first steps toward a secure financial future. Snacks will be provided!
Registration is required for this event.
Friday, April 11, 2025
Fitness Classes and Athletic Offerings
FREE fitness classes for 一本道无码 graduate students are being offered by the department throughout the week. Check out the full schedule of Group X classes , noting that registration is required for all classes.
The Athletics department is also offering classes just for graduate students during Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week! in advance for these classes.
- Wednesday, April 9, 2:30 - 3:30 (CUC Studio A. Kenner): Kettlebell with Brittany
- Wednesday, April 9, 3:00 - 4:00 (CUC Keeler): Yoga with Becky
- Thursday, April 10, 12:30 - 1:15 (Tepper Fitness Center, Noll Studio): Total Body with Jessi
- Friday, April 11, 5:15 - 6:15 (CUC Studio A. Kenner): Abs & Glutes with Karen
Dining Deals and Giveaways
Dining Services celebrates Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week with campus-wide discounts and free treats! Just make sure to bring your graduate student ID to participate.
ALL WEEK (APRIL 7 - 11)
Au Bon Pain: Grad Student Happy Hou: Free small coffee from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
De Fer Coffee and Tea at Maggie Murph Café: Free small coffee or refill up to 16 oz. from 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.
The Edge Cafe: Free fountain drink
Entropy+: One free small coffee or refill in reusable cup (up to 16 oz.) and one fresh cinnamon roll per person from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Exchange: Free small coffee or refill in a reusable cup (up to 16 oz.)
La Prima Espresso (both locations): Free small (8 oz.) coffee or bring your own mug free refill any size up to 16 oz. from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Scotty's Market: Free coffee or fountain drink with a cookie, with any purchase
Stack'd Underground: Free coffee or fountain drink from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Tahini: Free fountain drink
Taste of India: Free fruit with any purchase
Sweet Plantain: Free fountain drink from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Grubhub only)
Zebra Lounge: Free small coffee
Millie's Coffee 'n' Creamery: Unlimited toppings or waffle cone upgrade with any ice cream purchase from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Redhawk Coffee: Free 12 oz. drip from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9 - FRIDAY, APRIL 11
Hunan Express: Free spring rolls with dinner purchase from 4:30 - 8:00 p.m. (April 9 - 11)
Revolution Noodle: Free egg tart with dinner noodle purchase from 4:30 - 8:00 p.m. (April 9 - 11)