University of South Florida

The Office of Graduate Student Success (GSS)/Diverse Student Success (DSS)

The GSS office truly embodies the mission statement of the Graduate School: “Preparing present-day and future global leaders – one student at a time”. The GSS Office partners with the Graduate Professional Student Council (GPSC), and works with faculty and departments to create a supportive environment for students through the following activities:

  • Building campus-wide partnerships that are focused on student success
  • Graduate Student Success workshops to promote retention, time to degree and professional development
  • Graduate student orientations for fellows and diverse students
  • Recruiting, marketing and campus visitations
  • Graduate Fellowships and other financial aid

Diversity is highly valued at the University of South Florida and the Graduate School. Consistent with the strategic plans of USF and the Graduate School, the Office of Graduate Student Success (GSS)/Diverse Student Success (DSS) provides services and resources to a highly diverse graduate student population and is focused on individual student success toward the completion of the graduate degree. Initiatives toward these goals include:

  • Individual guidance and advising
  • Funding through Graduate Student Success Diversity Fellowships
  • Cohort workshops to promote academic success
  • Partnering with office of Research and Innovation for opportunities

For additional information or to set up an appointment contact: Mr. Rod Hale at rod@grad.usf.edu

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