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Graduate & Professional Student Council (GPSC)

“Your voice. Your community. Your resources at the University of Arizona.”

GPSC represents over 11,000 graduate and professional students at the University of Arizona. We advocate, fund, and connect students to resources that support academic, professional, and personal success.

 

Our Mission

  • To promote the academic, economic, and social aims of the graduate and professional students of the University of Arizona.
  • To establish effective communication among graduate students and professional students.
  • To facilitate communication within the University and with other organizations.

GPSC Cap and Gown

 

GPSC Cap and Gown Rental Program

The Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC) offers a free Cap and Gown Rental Program to support graduate and professional students during convocation. This program is designed to reduce the financial burden associated with graduation regalia while ensuring students can fully participate in this milestone celebration.

Cap and gown reservations for Spring 2026 have been finalized, and confirmation emails have already been sent to students who successfully secured one. Please check your inbox carefully for your confirmation and next steps. If you did not receive an email, it is likely due to limited availability.

Congratulations to all our future graduates, we’re excited to celebrate this milestone with you.

GPSC Advocacy Survey

Have Your Voice Heard!

We’re collecting feedback from graduate and professional students to strengthen our advocacy efforts.

Take the GPSC Student Survey

Your input will guide how we represent you to University leadership and improve resources for all students.

Welcome!

On the left, a photo of a black woman in a white blouse smiling. On the right, red text reads Welcome to AY 2026-2027! Blue text underneath reads Vanessa Macamo, GPSC President. The GPSC logo is the bottom left.

 

Graduate & Professional Student Council (GPSC)
University of Arizona

Date: August 17, 2026

Welcome to the Academic Year 2026–2027!

 
To all our new graduate and professional students, welcome to the University of Arizona, and to our returning students, welcome back!
My name is Vanessa Macamo, and I am honored to serve as President of the Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC) for the 2026–2027 academic year.
 
As we begin this new academic year, I look forward to connecting with you, listening to you, and working together to strengthen the graduate and professional student experience at the University of Arizona.
 
GPSC is here to represent, advocate for, and support graduate and professional students. I encourage you to stay connected, learn about the resources and opportunities available, and find ways to get involved throughout the year.
 

Welcome to the 2026–2027 academic year. I look forward to seeing you on campus!