Student Life
The Boston University Medical Campus is located in Boston’s South End, a historic neighborhood famous for its elegant Victorian brownstones and vibrant community, surrounded by shops, restaurants, nightlife and a thriving arts community. GMS students find limitless opportunities both on and off campus.
Announcements/Updates
- Several BUMC locations are now available on Fridays from noon to 1 p.m. for prayer, meditation and reflection. Click here for more information.
Student Wellness Resources
Student Organizations
- Biomedical PhD Student Organization (BPSO)
The Biomedical PhD Student Organization aims to build and strengthen the community among PhD programs at BUMC and to cultivate camaraderie among Biomedical Science PhD students. - Boston University Science Policy Network (BUSPN)
The Science Policy Network at Boston University is committed to fostering a community of scientists engaged in public policy. - BU Biotech Consulting Club (BBCC)
The BU Biotech Consulting Club is for advance degree students at Boston University to work on case studies in life sciences and biotech, and provide career development toward the consulting industry. - Graduate Medical Sciences Student Organization (GMSSO)
The Graduate Medical Sciences Student Organization organizes volunteer and social events in addition to advocating for the student population. - MD/PhD Student Group
The MD/PhD Student group fosters a community within the BUSM MD/PhD program, providing social, educational and professional development opportunities to further students’ growth and success. - Minority and International Scientists Organization (MISO)
The Minority and International Scientists Organization provides a supportive and enriched environment to the diverse population of Boston University scientists via various social and academic events. - Student Advisory Board
The GMS Student Advisory Board meets a few times per semester to discuss pressing issues with the GMS administration that impact all graduate student life at BUMC. - Women’s Professional Development Committee (WPDC)
The Women’s Professional Development Committee provides a supportive space to host professional development opportunities for graduate-level women in science at Boston University through establishing and cultivating a network of exemplary mentorship with women in a diversity of scientific careers. - Other resources:
Groups at Charles River Campus
- Graduate Student Organization (GSO)
- Graduate Women in Science and Engineering (GWISE)
- Underrepresented Graduate Student Organization (UGSO)
Interested in starting a new group?
Submit the New Student Organization Application to GMS Student Affairs (gmssa@bu.edu).
Overview of Student Life at GMS
Resources for Student Organization Leaders
Allocation & Budget Resources
- Standard Operating Procedure – Allocation Meetings
- Standard Operating Procedure – Budget Proposals
- Standard Operating Procedure – End of Year Budget Report
- Student Organization Budget Document
- Room Reservation Estimates Document
Event & Meeting Resources
- Standard Operating Procedure – Student Organization Events & Meetings
- Student Organization Event & Meeting Request Form
- GMS News and Event Submission Form
- Guidelines for Presence of Alcohol at Student Events & Financial Reimbursement for Alcohol and Food
Calendar of Deadlines
Additional Resources
Student Lounges
Instructional Building 14th Floor:
Student lounge open to all students includes a small kitchen, cooking area and sitting area. The lounge is adjacent to Hiebert Lounge and closed during times when large events are being held in Hiebert.
Evans Basement:
The Chobanian & Avedisian SOM, SPH, and GMS student lounge in the basement of the Evans building has been updated with new furniture! Space includes a ping-pong table, a pool table, flat screen TV and small kitchen eating area with refrigerator. Stop on by for a break between classes or exams to enjoy a snack or a game with friends! Located down the hall from Chequers, just through the double doors into the Evan building!
Volunteer Opportunities
- Best Buddies Massachusetts
- Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Volunteer Opportunities
- Boston Cares
- Boston Center Refugee Health and Human Rights
- Boston Healthcare for the Homeless Program
- Boston Medical Center
- Boston Medical Center Reach out and Read
- BostonVolunteer
- BU Community Service Center
- Community Service
- Doing Good Together
- Great Boston Food Bank
- Haley House
- Pine Street Inn
- Our Community Cupboard
- Rosie’s place
- St. Francis House
- Unite for Sight
- VolunteerMatch
- Women’s Lunch Place
For more outreach opportunities see here
Contact Us & Office Hours
For general inquiries email gmssa@bu.edu. If you wish to connect with the Director of Graduate Affairs specifically, email Kimberly Arena.
We hold weekly office hours (in person and over Zoom) for students who wish to meet 1-on-1. Appointments can be scheduled here.