Committees

The central mission of GPSG is to serve as the voice and advocate for the Graduate and Professional student community. This objective is achieved through our committee work.

GPSG appoints representatives from the graduate and professional student body to both internal and external committees, where they engage in critical discussions with University faculty and administration. These representatives contribute to GPSG committees and task forces, working collaboratively to develop and implement action plans that address the needs of the graduate and professional community.

Committee appointments are made throughout each academic year and are effective for the duration of that year. Applications and deadlines are announced early in the fall semester through the GPSG Newsletter.

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Internal Standing Committees

The following Standing Committees, composed of GPSG Senators, form an integral part of the GPSG structure. Non-elected students are also encouraged to contribute to the committees’ work. To learn more about each committee and explore opportunities for involvement, please click on the links below:

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice
• Climate Crisis
• Durham Relations
• External Advocacy
• Rules and Nominations
• Events Programming

Other opportunities for involvement:

• GPSG Community Pantry
• GPSG Senate

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External Committees

The following External Committees, consisting of appointees selected by the GPSG President, are overseen by Duke University administration. Each year, Duke University requests that the GPSG President appoint students to serve on these committees for the academic year. These External Committees encompass various departments across the University, including athletics and racial equity.

Committee appointments are made throughout the academic year and remain in effect for the duration of that year. Applications and deadlines are announced early in the fall semester via the GPSG Newsletter.

For volunteer interest, contact the GPSG President at gpsg.president@duke.edu. Opportunities to volunteer may be distributed via the GPSG Newsletter.

• Advisory Committee on Investment Responsibility (ACIR)
• Athletic Council
• Climate Commitment Advisory Committee
• President’s Art Advisory Committee
• President’s Advisory Committee on Institutional History
• Academic Programs Committee
• Interdisciplinary Strategy Council
• Library Council
• University Schedule Committee
• Young Trustee Nominating Committee (YTNC)
• Executive Committee of the Graduate Faculty (ECGF)
• Information Technology Advisory Council (ITAC)
• International Student Advisory Board
• Chapel Student Advisory Board
• Racial Equity Advisory Council (REAC)