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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School's Out at the Stanley | Bottle Cap Wreath

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Spread some festive cheer on your day off from school! Create your very own grapevine wreath using an assortment of miniature holiday items, wire, bottle caps and so much more.

Space is limited; please reserve your spot at https://uiowa.doubleknot.com/event/schools-out-at-the-stanley-bottle-cap-wreath/3114196.

Please arrive in time for children to settle in and begin the project at 2 p.m.

School's Out at the Stanley is offered on days when Iowa City Community Schools District has no classes. Art...

Opera Forum: Exploring Johann Strauss' Die Fledermaus with Dr. Keely Futterer

Monday, December 1, 2025 5:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Opera Forum: Exploring Johann Strauss's Die Fledermaus with Dr. Keely Futterer

Waltraud Maierhofer - Host
Dr. Keely Futterer, Soprano - Guest

This event is free and open to the public.

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Spring Opera Auditions: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Monday, December 1, 2025 6:00pm
Voxman Music Building

Auditions | Monday, December 1
6:00–9:00 p.m. / Concert Hall, 2101

Auditions | Tuesday, December 2
6:00–10:00 p.m. / Stark Opera Studio, 0151

Callbacks | Wednesday, December 3
6:00–9:00 p.m. / Stark Opera Studio, 0151

Production Information
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
April 24–25, 2026
Hancher Auditorium

To get more information and sign-up to audition, visit the Opera Callboard.

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General Assembly meetings held monthly