The Graduate & Professional Student Government of UNC Charlotte shall serve as the primary representative unit for all enrolled graduate and professional students by providing a free and open forum for all matters affecting graduate life and education. GPSG seeks to lift the voices of graduate students by advocating for their interests both on and off campus. GPSG shall support graduate student life and success by allocating event, travel, and operational funding to Graduate Student Organizations.
Honoring Our Legacy—Redefining Our Future
In 1998, UNC Charlotte graduate students organized to establish a governing body that would advocate for the unique needs of graduate, professional, and post-baccalaureate students—needs often overlooked within the broader Student Government Association (SGA). Their successful referendum created what we now know as the Graduate & Professional Student Government (GPSG). Along with it came the formation of Graduate Student Organizations (GSOs), a designated GPSG office, and a direct allocation of Student Activity Fees for graduate student travel, events, and operations.
For nearly three decades, GPSG has served as the official voice of UNC Charlotte’s graduate student body, striving to support their academic, professional, and social growth. Membership remains open to all graduate, professional, and post-baccalaureate students, full- or part-time. Each GSO holds a seat in the GPSG Senate, and all graduate students are encouraged to participate in our leadership, programming, and advocacy efforts.
A New Era of Graduate Leadership
The 2025–2026 GPSG Leadership Team has ushered in a long-overdue renovation of how we represent, advocate for, and communicate with UNC Charlotte’s graduate and professional students. We’ve moved away from rigid hierarchies and adopted a more collaborative leadership model—one that reflects the diversity of our campus and empowers all 16 members of our Leadership Team equally.
At the core of this transformation is a deepened commitment to transparency, accessibility, and real-time engagement. We’ve embraced the Niner Engage+ App and actively use the Graduate Student Chat, giving students direct access to GPSG leadership. It’s one of the fastest ways to elevate your voice to the highest levels of university leadership—including the Chancellor, Provost, and Board of Trustees.
After a seven-year gap, our team has revitalized the GPSG Niner Engage page, which now features bimonthly updates to keep graduate students informed and involved. But we didn’t stop there.
We’ve launched a weekly Saturday newsletter that runs throughout the academic year, alongside rotating Saturday statements from different members of our Leadership Team—ensuring students hear directly from those representing them.
Whether you're leading a GSO, attending an event, or just starting to explore campus life, GPSG is here to serve, support, and strengthen the graduate student experience at UNC Charlotte. Join us—and help shape what comes next.
Visit the Student Organizations website for a full directory of Graduate Student Organizations at UNC Charlotte.