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ABOUT #GSS2023

Join diverse, prospective graduate students from every field at our industry-driven workshops. Gain exclusive insights into the graduate school admissions process, discover dynamic career pathways, and elevate your personal development as an early career professional.

Date: Saturday, November 4, 2023

Time: 9 AM - 7:30 PM

Place: State Street Channel Center

Fees: No Cost Upon Acceptance

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11.04.2023
WORKSHOPS.
INDUSTRY TALKS.
NETWORKING.

RECRUITMENT.

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200

PARTICIPANTS

2022 RECAP VIDEO

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IS #GSS2023 FOR ME?

GSS is for underrepresented talent — including people of color, first generation students, and individuals from a lower socioeconomic status— interested in pursuing an advanced degree.

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   START YOUR PATH   

MAIN SESSIONS

The Blueprint: Grad School Admissions 101

The graduate school admissions process can be both exciting and challenging, especially for students from diverse backgrounds who may face systemic hurdles. This comprehensive workshop is designed to empower college students from underrepresented communities with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to successfully navigate the graduate school admissions process. Through a series of interactive activities, students will gain valuable insights into the application process, develop effective application materials, and build the confidence to pursue advanced degrees in their chosen fields.

Mapping Your Journey to Graduate School: Building a Personalized Timeline for Success

Embarking on the path to graduate school is an exciting but multifaceted journey, and each student's timeline can differ based on their unique circumstances. This interactive workshop aims to empower college students aspiring for graduate education by helping them create a personalized roadmap for the application process. Whether participants are in the early stages of exploration or nearing the application deadline, this session will guide them in building a well-structured timeline that aligns with their goals, maximizes their chances of acceptance, and ensures a smooth and successful transition to advanced studies.

PAST SPEAKERS 

Stay tuned the 2023 Speakers

Yara Shahidi

Yara Shahidi

Actor, Producer & Change Agent

Andrew Nguyen, MBA

Andrew Nguyen, MBA

Co-founder, Build Your Own Brand, Inc

Valencia D. Clay

Valencia D. Clay

Educator, Writer, Activist

Derrick Young, MPH & Jonathan Allen, JD, MTS

Derrick Young, MPH & Jonathan Allen, JD, MTS

Co-founders, Leadership Brainery

LaShyra "Lash" Nolen

LaShyra "Lash" Nolen

Third Year Student, First Black Female Council President, Harvard Medical School

Betty Francisco, JD, MBA

Betty Francisco, JD, MBA

CEO, Boston Impact Initiative, Entrepreneur & Angel Investor

DIVERSITY
RECRUITMENT RECEPTION

Meet the Who's Who of academia: representatives from some of the most prestigious and competitive graduate schools across the nation will be present. Discover cutting-edge programs tailored to your passions and ambitions. Forge connections that will propel you toward unparalleled success!

But wait, there's more! This isn't just a grad school affair – our industry-leading company sponsors will also be in the spotlight. Rub shoulders with trailblazers, visionaries, and innovators from diverse fields. Who knows where these connections might lead you?

PAST PARTICIPATING GRADUATE SCHOOLS

WANT TO HELP US SPREAD THE WORD?

Host a #GSS2023 Info Session

Are you a student leader, college administrator, or community based partner? Help us spread the word about #GSS2023 by hosting an info session for prospective graduate students in your network!

Students

THANK YOU TO OUR HOST STATE STREET

1 Congress Street

Boston, MA 02114

Thank you to our longstanding partner, State Street, for sponsoring and hosting the 2023 Change Can't Wait Awards Soiree & Graduate School Summit. State Street has been a major supporter of Leadership Brainery since 2019. 

OUR SPONSORS

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