MSU Graduate Student Senate

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On October 15th, the Graduate Student Senate held its first meeting of the year! We were proud to officially swear in our new directors and senators as we kick off another exciting year of leadership, advocacy, and service for Missouri State University’s graduate student community.

We’re excited for all that’s ahead!

Join us for our first Senate Meeting this Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Venue: Glass Hall 101
Time: 6pm - 7pm

You’re invited to the Graduate Student Welcome Mixer – an official welcome event for all Graduate Students.

Date: Thursday, September 17  
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM  
Location: Union Club (Room 400), Plaster Student Union  
Dress Code: Business Casual

This is a great chance to network with fellow graduate students, faculty, staff, student academic leaders and connect with GSS.

Food will be provided! You can find more information on our social media.

Click the link in our bio or stories to RSVP

The Graduate Student Senate is excited to welcome Michan Rule-Chowritmootoo as our new advisor! 🎉

It has only been a few weeks working with Michan, but it has already been an incredibly wonderful experience. As the Success Coach at the Missouri State University, she brings more than a decade of experience in graduate education and student services.

Michan brings an approachable personality, a genuine passion for student success, and thoughtful ideas that will shape the academic, professional, and personal experiences of graduate students.

Beyond her role as the GSS Advisor, she is also someone graduate students can turn to for guidance, encouragement, and support as they navigate the many aspects of graduate school.

We are incredibly excited about what we can accomplish together this academic year and beyond. Michan, we already love working with you and are so grateful to have you with us!😍

Warm welcome to the GSS family, Michan! 🐻🎓

As we bid farewell to our incredible outgoing advisor, Madison Jordan , the Graduate Student Senate (GSS) reflects with deep gratitude on the impact you have made during your time with us.

Since taking on the role of GSS Advisor in 2025, your guidance, encouragement, and support have helped strengthen our mission to advocate for the academic, social, and professional well-being of graduate students. 🌟

Under your guidance, we have built meaningful connections with corporate partners and alumni, reviewed our constitution, and found new ways to better serve our graduate student community. Beyond these accomplishments, we will always remember you for being approachable, supportive, affable, and for bringing a positive spirit that was truly contagious.

It has been a genuine pleasure working with you. We cherish the memories and moments we shared, and we are grateful for the encouragement and belief you showed in us.

Thank you, Madison, for your guidance, your support, and everything you have done for the GSS. Your impact will remain with us, and you will truly be missed. 🙌

But remember we will still bombard you with messages on Teams 😁

Call for Senators! Applications are OPEN!!

Scan the QR Code or Click on the link in our bio👆 to apply.

Kindly note that the deadline is on the 24th of September.

If you have any questions, send us a message or email [email protected]

The Graduate Student Senate - Missouri State University (GSS) Leadership would like to recognize and appreciate our incredible volunteers; Nana Akua Florence Kwabena Agyei 🇬🇭🇺🇸 , and Benjamin Gyamfi for your assistance in helping to promote our mission to students who visited our stand yesterday at the Student Organization Festival.

Organized by the MOStateOSE - Office of Student Engagement (OSE), the event provided an opportunity for more than 100 student organizations to showcase their missions, connect with students, and welcome new members.

We are grateful to OSE for the opportunity to participate. A special thank you to our current advisor, Michan Rule-Chowritmootoo, and our outgoing advisor, Madison Keith-Jordan , for your continued guidance and support.

📢 GSS Senator Applications Coming Soon!
The Graduate Student Senate will begin accepting applications for Senators in the coming days. Stay tuned and be on the lookout for more information!

📅 Save the Date: Graduate Student Mixer

September 17 | 6:00–8:00 PM CT
📍 PSU Union Club Room 400

This will be an official Graduate Student event and a great opportunity to connect and network with fellow graduate students, SGA leadership, and program directors.

And yes… FOOD WILL BE SERVED!🍕🎉

We look forward to seeing you there!

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