The CMGM Graduate Student Association is dedicated to fostering a strong, inclusive community through collaboration, support, and continuous learning. We aim to connect students across disciplines by providing opportunities for networking, professional development, and community outreach. Through academic resources, social events, and peer engagement, we strive to enrich the graduate student experience and empower one another both personally and professionally.
Leadership
President: Badí Quinteros Espinoza
Vice president: Jess Bell
Outreach Chair: Negin Ziamiavaghi
Treasurer: Tori Ashton
Secretary: Jordan Chow
Faculty Advisor: Alyson Fiorillo
Student Representative: Vadim Barnakov
Message from the Current President
Welcome to the CMGM GSA!
Starting graduate school in a new environment is a major transition. We all walk a rigorous path, but regardless of our specific disciplines, our shared experiences are what connect us. For me, this association has been a vital place to meet driven peers who inspire me every day to grow as a researcher and a future clinician.
Now in our second year, our goal is simple: to support you in every aspect of your training and ensure you know exactly what resources are available to you. From professional development workshops and community volunteering to social events that let us recharge outside the lab, we are here to foster a strong, inclusive community.
At our core, we are a collaborative group dedicated to building each other up. But to make this organization truly serve our students, we need your input.
Get involved by attending our events, joining our social hours, or serving on a committee. Let’s build a community where we can all thrive!
Diagnose your past, protect your future: Cancer Risk Assessment October 21 (1:30pm-2:30pm) Commons SGA Senate Chambers Sign up: https://cglink.me/2dV/r1948544 To volunteer please contact CMGM GSA
Past Events
Aug. 21
General Body Meeting
The department students and the GSA E-Board played an ice breaker bingo to get to know the faces in the department!
Sept. 16 at 2 p.m. | MMRB 1013
General Body Meeting
Come meet the team, learn about our responsibilities, and learn more about resources available to you as a VCU student! Snacks will be provided.
Sept. 22 at 7 p.m.| Location TBD
Department Trivia Night
Put your brainpower to the test! Join us for an evening of friendly competition and refreshments at a local venue! Faculty, students, and post-docs welcome!
