FAQ
GENERAL FAQS
1. What is a GradTerp?
A GradTerp is a graduate student at the University of Maryland. You can be part-time or full time, a Masters or a doctoral student.
2. Where can I find more information about resources available to GradTerps?
You should start with the Graduate Handbook, and also follow us on our social media outlets in the Contact Us page. If you have more specific questions, feel free to reach out to any GSL staff member and we’ll try to answer your questions or direct you to someone else who can be most helpful.
LOUNGE FAQS
1. Where is your office located?
We are located on the ground floor of the Stamp Student Union, right across from the Hoff Theater.
2. What are the Lounge hours?
Summer 2026 Lounge Hours | Monday through Friday: 9 am - 4:50 pm | Sat-Sun : Closed
Fall 2026 Lounge Hours| Monday through Friday: 8:30 am - 4:50 pm | Sat-Sun : Closed
3. Can I store my food in the GSL Lounge refrigerator?
Storage in the GSL refrigerator is for short-term, daily use only. GSL staff reserves the right to throw away any items left in the refrigerator on the Friday of every week. Anyone leaving an item in the fridge must clearly label it with your name and date.
4. I would like to promote something my organization or department is doing. Can I bring materials to display at the Lounge or put onto your bulletin board?
Absolutely! Only UMD-sponsored or student-sponsored events and resources may be promoted within the Lounge. Please contact us at gradstudentlife@umd.edu before you bring materials or other promotional items. We are happy to post a flyer for you.
5. But, I’m an external organization and I think my product/service will really benefit graduate students!
We do not allow external organizations to promote their products or services within the Lounge or through any GSL social media or communications initiatives without the prior consent of our development representatives. Please contact us at gradstudentlife@umd.edu for more information.
6. Can I host an event in the Lounge?
The Lounge is intended to be an open and public space; therefore, it is not available for exclusive reservation.
7. What about on the weekends, when you are technically closed?
We currently do not have capacity to open the Lounge on the weekends. If we are able to, we will follow the policy above.