Biology Graduate Student Association
Purpose
We are a non-profit, chartered organization with the aim of providing a unified presence for the graduate students of the TWU Biology Division. Our mission is to improve graduate students’ experience by promoting their development and advocating for their needs and concerns.
Members
All enrolled graduate students of the TWU Biology Division are members of this organization.
Goals
- To be the voice and pillar of support for biology graduate students and encourage diversity in all forms.
- To make graduate students aware of the required rules and regulations for successful and timely completion of their degree.
- To address queries of and support prospective and incoming graduate students of the TWU Biology Division.
- To promote intra-divisional scientific and social discussions.
- To assist in the organization of divisional events.
- To establish a network between the Biology Division, Graduate School, International Office and Career Connection Center in order to promote the continual professional growth of biology graduate students.
Resources
Advisers and Executive Council
The work of the BGSA is adjudicated by two faculty advisers.
Current Advisers
Claire L. Sahlin, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Professor, Multicultural Women’s and Gender Studies
Lionel Faure, Ph.D.
Research Associate
Biology Division
The executive council is comprised of elected biology graduate students. Each officer of the executive council has a unique role in representing and ensuring the efficient functioning of the organization.
Current Members of the Executive Council
Rebecca Hornung
President
Namrata Raut
Vice-President
Akshaya Arva
Communication Officer
Daisy Cantu
Social Secretary
Paramita Basu
Financial Officer
Contact Us
Our executive council is always available for any assistance. Email us at bgsatwu@gmail.com.
You can also follow our Facebook page and our Instagram account for updates and event information.
Page last updated 9:32 PM, August 28, 2021