We serve the needs of the graduate and law students, building a strong and successful graduate community. We invite you to join us in realizing these goals...
The purpose of the Graduate Student Council (GSC) is to represent all USD graduate and law students to the university administration with the mission to:
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build and maintain a strong USD graduate student community;
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advocate for graduate student issues;
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ensure adequate graduate student representation on university committees;
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work collaboratively with, and advise, university administration to improve the level of graduate studies.
Upcoming Events!
S'mores at the Shores: A Family Affair for Graduate Students
Come enjoy an afternoon of fun for all ages, including yard games, playgrounds, bonfire and s'mores! Sunday November 22nd from 3-6pm at Crown Point North. Transportation provided from USD west parking structure starting at 230pm. Family and Friends of USD graduate students encouraged to attend. Please RSVP to gsc@sandiego.edu and please include whether you plan to drive or take shuttle from USD.
Graduate Student Council Bylaws
GSC Members for Fall 2009
GSC Chair
Jason N. Marsh USD Law SBA President J.D. Candidate 2010 |
As Chair of the GSC, I'm eager to raise the profile of graduates on the USD-campus in a positive light. Our efforts this year will focus on increasing Graduate Students' representation at USD, as well as improving communication between graduates and the administration. I am a full-time student at the University of San Diego Law School, concurrently serving as the President of the Student Bar Association (SBA). My commitment to service inspires all of my efforts on behalf of both the GSC and the SBA, as I strive to continue improving graduate life at school and developing graduate networking opportunities both on and off-campus. I'd also like to extend an invitation to all concerned and interested USD graduates to stop by the GSC's new offices located in the Graduate and Law Commons on the fourth floor of the Student Life Pavilion. CONTACT: Graduate.Student.Council@gmail.com OR: USDLawPres@gmail.com; and SEE: www.SBAUSD.com |
| GSC Vice Chair
Meg Kolupski Marine Science |
As Vice-Chair of the GSC, I want to help graduate and law students earn equal representation on campus. Not only do we try to work for the graduate students themselves, but we also want to work as closely as possible with the administration to improve relationships and help with future change. I am a third-year Marine Science master’s student in the College of Arts & Sciences. I did my research in St. John, US Virgin Islands on the impacts of development concerning sedimentation on coral reefs. I have been a member of the GSC since my first year at USD, and I’ve really seen it grow. I hope that I am able to continue this growth for graduate and law students. Please feel free to email me with any questions, comments, or concerns, stop by the Commons in the SLP room 401, or come to one of the GSC meetings. CONTACT: mkolupski-10@sandiego.edu |
Councilor
Vincent Genna Nursing |
I currently co-chair the Graduate Nursing Student Association (GNSA) for the Hahn School of Nursing. I am currently working on the final year of my Family Nurse Practitioner Master’s program with clinicals ranging from Pediatrics to Women’s Health to Adult Internal Medicine. The school of nursing has helped develop my previous BA in Psychology with an emphasis on health, through the Master’s Entry Program in Nursing, to now a full time Critical Care RN at UCSD Medical Center. As I continue to solidify my identity as a nurse at my job, I am rapidly growing into the advanced practice role by learning how the marriage of healthcare provider and RN take care of not just the disease, but the whole person. I look forward to this academic year as the GNSA strives to support and become a central voice for graduate nursing students, current and past, throughout all represented degrees and programs.
CONTACTt: vgenna-09@sandiego.edu |
Councilor
Summer Tekippe Nursing |
I am a 2nd year, full time student in the Master's of Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner program, and currently serve as co-chair of the Graduate Nursing Student Association. I am committed to creating a strong community of graduate students both within the Hahn School of Nursing and throughout the graduate programs at USD. I have also been involved in Hahn School of Nursing's International Outreach Projects, and look forward to a return trip to the Dominican Republic this January. I am originally from Iowa, where I completed my Bachelors of Nursing at the University of Iowa and Mount Mercy College. I currently work at Sharp Urgent Care, and have nursing experience in Neuro Intensive and Critical Care as well as Trauma OR. My professional passions include adolescent health and working with communities with limited access to health care.
CONTACT: summert-10@sandiego.edu |
Representative
Nick Zangari Business School |
Nick Zangari - VP of Finance, GBSA CONTACT: nzangari-10@sandiego.edu |
Representative
Lauren Johnson SOLES SGSA President |
I am a second year student in the MA Higher Education Leadership Program with an emphasis in Student Affairs. As SGSA President, it is my goal to collaborate with other graduate schools in an effort to create a closer graduate community. I look forward to an exciting year with the GSC as well as developing opportunities to better prepare graduate students in their academic and professional pursuits.
CONTACT: ljohnson@sandiego.edu |
Representative
Arnette Dunn SOLES |
Arnette is a first year graduate student at the University of San Diego in the School Counseling program with an emphasis in Pupil Personnel Services Credential. She graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child Development and Family Studies. In addition to being a graduate student Arnette is working in the Undergraduate Admissions office as a Graduate Assistant. Also, she is currently interning at the University of California San Diego as a Graduate Intern in the Career Services Center. She is also involved in CS3, which is better known as the Center for Student Support Systems in the School Counseling Department. Arnette is very excited to be the Graduate Student Council and is looking forward to a great opportunity to get to know graduate students in diverse programs. CONTACT: adunn-11@sandiego.edu |
Councilor
Kevin Cowan School of Law |
Hello, I'm Kevin and I'm really excited to be a part of the GSC as Law School Rep this year! I'm a 3L, and in addition to GSC, I also serve as the President of the National Lawyers Guild USD chapter. I am active with the Student Bar Association, and enjoy volunteer activities like being an Orientation Leader for the incoming students, as well as helping out with the San Diego Cancer Society. I'm originally from Chicago, which I love (GO CUBS!) and I absolutely adore San Diego. I was a Phlosophy Major at NCC in Naperville, IL, and came here for Law. If it was up to me, I would be a student forever, but I suppose I will end up teaching someday instead. Hopefully here at USD. CONTACT: kevincowan-10@sandiego.edu |
Councilor
Krystal Norris School of Law |
As a member of the Graduate Student Council, it is my goal to form a cohesive group of graduate students that may serve the interests of all students no matter what graduate program they are affiliated with. As a first year full-time law student, I hope to bring the concerns, thoughts, and feelings of the entering class of 2012. In addition, as a USD alumni from the class of 2004, I feel I can offer insight into how graduate students can connect with the USD community on the whole. I received my BA in political Science and Business from the University of San Diego, and my M.A.T. from Chapman University. Because graduate students make up 25% of the entire student body at USD, the GSC hopes to take an active role in voicing your concerns, goals, ideas, and accomplishments! CONTACT: knorris@sandiego.edu |
GSC Advisors
GSC Advisor
Sean Horrigan |
The Graduate Student Council is advised by Sean Horrigan, the Director of Student Conduct and Graduate Student Life at USD. I am the Director of Student Conduct and Graduate Student Life at USD and much of my work is about enhancing the quality of service to our graduate and law students. As a graduate of the M.A. in Leadership Studies, Higher Education program in SOLES, I have a special interest in the quality of graduate and professional education at USD. I greatly appreciate the dedicated work of the Graduate Student Council members who serve our student population and contribute an important voice to the critical issues pertaining to graduate and professional education at USD. If you ever need any help at USD please do not hesitate to contact me or a GSC member for assistance. CONTACT: horrigan@sandiego.edu |
GSC Grad Advisor
Kelli Dorey |
The Graduate Student Council is also assisted by a graduate assistant, Ms. Kelli Dorey, who works closely with Administrative Advisor Sean Horrigan, and the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Council. Kelli grew up in Northern California and completed her undergrad degree at UC Davis. She is now a second year student in the Masters Higher Education Leadership program in SOLES, and hopes to continue to work with college students long after she graduates. Kelli can often be found in the new Graduate and Law Student Commons in the Student Life Pavilion, Room 401. She asks that you please come in and say hello! CONTACT: kellidorey-10@sandiego.edu, Phone: 619-260-2227 |
How to Contact Us:
The GSC office is located in the Student Life Pavilion, Room 401. Please feel free to contact us at gsc@sandigeo.edu, or any of the individuals above, with all questions or suggestions.
