Who We Are

The Graduate Student Association (GSA) is the major graduate student organization of The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (JHSOM). The primary purpose of the GSA is to act as a liaison between the graduate student body and the JHSOM administration. We communicate the desires and needs of the student body to the faculty and administration while representing institutional ideals and standards to the student body. Currently, we have representatives for the M.A./Ph.D. committee, the Student Assistance Program committee, graduation meetings, and meetings concerning health care. In addition, we organize many social events and lectures throughout the year and fund travel awards and recognized student groups. Our goal is to educate and unite the graduate student body between and within each individual program.

The GSA consists of all students seeking a Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Arts degree at JHSOM. The GSA Council consists of five officers (a president, two vice presidents, a treasurer and a secretary), representatives from each graduate program, and students who serve on various committees. All students are invited to attend the monthly meetings where business is discussed. Food and refreshments are also provided. The meetings are typically held on the third Tuesday of every month from 3:00-4:00pm in 2-108 1830 Building. However, the meeting time and location is subject to change so students are encouraged to check the website frequently as well as their listserv emails.

Website Mission

This site is dedicated to the dissemination of information relevant to the advancement, enlightenment, and entertainment of graduate students both at Johns Hopkins and elsewhere.