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CSGSA end-of-term social hosted on December 11, 2025 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the Upstair Lounge of the Grad House. Free pizza and soda served.
Thursday, December 11, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

End-of-Term Social!

You made it to the end of the term! To celebrate, the CSGSA is hosting a social to help you unwind.

Come grab some free pizza and soda and catch up with your fellow grads before the break.

When: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Location: The Grad House (Upstairs Lounge)

We will have Halal, vegetarian, and vegan options available.

Rock Climbing event at 4:30-6:00pm on Nov 20, 2025 at PAC Climbing Wall
Thursday, November 20, 2025 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Rock Climbing

Ready to take your skills to new heights?
Join us for an exciting afternoon of Rock Climbing on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 4:30–6:00 p.m. at the PAC Climbing Wall!
We welcome climbers of all experience levels, from complete beginners to seasoned enthusiasts. 
Equipment and instruction will be provided.
⚠️ Spots are limited: registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis, so don’t wait!
👉 Please register using the form
We hope to see you there!
Friday, September 19, 2025 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Board game night!

Kick off the semester with our first Board Game Night!

🕖 Time: 5:30 p.m. – late (or until the dice revolt)
📍 Where: DC 3336, CS Grad Lounge
🎲 What’s happening? From clever strategy to sneaky deception (and maybe a little friendly betrayal), we’ve got a mountain of games to match every mood.

Some snacks and drinks will be provided.

Bring your competitive spirit; or just come to chill and laugh.

See you there!

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

2025 Presidential Election Results

We are excited to announce a new 2025-2026 Executive Team for the CSGSA:

  • President: Evelien Riddell
  • Vice-President: Bihui Jin
  • Treasurer: Zhaoyi Ge
  • GSA Councillor: Olha Wloch

The CSGSA nomination and election period ran from July 20, 2025 to July 30, 2025. We want to thank all the candidates for their interest and contribution. Your willingness to serve makes a difference.

Monday, August 25, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Welcome our new board members!

We are excited to announce a brand new 2025-2026 Executive Team!

  • President: Evelien Riddell
  • Vice-President: Bihui Jin
  • Treasurer: Zhaoyi Ge
  • GSA Councillor: Olha Wloch

Join us to celebrate and congratulate the newly elected executives on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in DC 1301 (Fishbowl). We will provide pizza, drinks, and cookies.

Please RSVP to reserve your spot using the RSVP Form.

Board game night February 7, 2025
Friday, February 7, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Board game night!

Hey CS Grads!

Tired of debugging code? Need a break from proofs and papers? Want to crush your friends in a totally friendly game of Catan, Coup, or Codenames? 😏

Join us for Board Game Night on Friday, February 7 at DC 3336 (CS Grad Lounge)!

🕖 Time: 5:00 p.m. – late (or until someone flips the table)
📍 Where: DC 3336, CS Grad Lounge
🎲 What’s happening? A night of fun, strategy, deception, and maybe a little betrayal (looking at you, Werewolf players).

We’ll have a solid selection of games, but feel free to bring your favourites! Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just looking to learn a new game, there's a seat at the table for you.

Hot chocolate will be provided (bring your own mug)🥤, but extra contributions are always welcome!

Board game night - holiday edition
Friday, December 6, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Board game night: holiday edition

Hey CS Grads! By popular demand, we’re back with a Board Game Night—Holiday Edition! Get ready to bring your A-game and your holiday spirit for a cozy evening packed with laughter, fun, and ALL the board games. And when we say cozy, we mean hot chocolate, of course!  

🗓 Date: Friday, December 6, 2024
⏰ Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Location: CS Grad Lounge (DC3336)

Don’t forget to rock your best (or worst) ugly Christmas sweater to fully embrace the festive vibes. See you there for some holiday cheer and a night to remember! 

Board game night presented by UW CSGSA on November 19, 6-7:30 p.m. in DC 3336.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Board game night!

The CSGSA invites you to our first board game night! 🎲✨

🗓 Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
⏰ Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Location: CS Grad Lounge (DC3336)

This is a great chance to take a break, unwind, and connect with fellow graduate students. The lounge offers a fantastic selection of board games, including Catan, Avalon, and many more!

We hope to see you there!

Desk decorating contested presented by the UW CSGSA and MathGSA
Thursday, October 17, 2024 - Wednesday, October 30, 2024 (all day)

Desk decorating contest

Spooky season is upon us, and we’re thrilled to announce a Desk Decorating Contest in collaboration with the Math GSA! 🎃

We invite you all to get creative and decorate a desk that you have access to and permission to decorate - this can be your home office or your assigned desk at the university.

Once you're ready, upload a photo of your decorated desk to the submission portal. The submission deadline is October 28, 2024. Be sure to vote for your favourite desk by liking the photo! The voting deadline is October 30, 2024 at 3 p.m.

Winners will be announced at our Grad House social on October 31, 2024 (details to follow). There are exciting prizes up for grabs, so don't miss out!

We can't wait to see what you come up with!