Graduate Student Senate (GSS) is comprised of graduate students, for graduate students.

The Graduate Student Senate is the primary representative, administrative, and service organization for graduate students at the University of Iowa and the senators of GSS are the core of the graduate student voice on campus. The Graduate Student Senate also functions as a conduit for information between the Graduate College and the general graduate student population.

Involvement in GSS is a great way to connect with students across campus, connect with leaders in the Graduate College, and make your voices heard. Senators attend monthly general assembly meetings and work with committees to host events for graduate students. Want to get involved? Email us at grad-senate@uiowa.edu

Upcoming GSS Events

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National Trumpet Competition

Thursday, March 19, 2026 9:00am to 9:00pm
Voxman Music Building
The UI School of Music is hosting the National Trumpet Competition in 2026!
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National Trumpet Competition

Friday, March 20, 2026 9:00am to 9:00pm
Voxman Music Building
The UI School of Music is hosting the National Trumpet Competition in 2026!
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Friday Crafternoons

Friday, March 20, 2026 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Need a break at the end of the week? Swing by the Stanley on Friday afternoons for Crafternoons. Bring whatever low-mess craft you're currently working on (a sketchbook, knitting, embroidery, coloring books, origami — whatever you're into!) or just show up and use some of the various supplies we'll have on hand. No experience required! Light snacks provided. Stay for five minutes or hang out for a while, it's up to you.

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Join GSS and Make Your Voice Heard

General Assembly meetings held monthly