Graduate Student Activities
The purpose of the Graduate Student Activity Committee (GSAC) is to organize social events with the goal of bringing students, staff, and faculty within the department of chemical engineering together in a non-academic environment. This page will serve to inform students of a selection of upcoming activities that will be offered each semester. All graduate students are welcome and encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities. The Rochester region offers a wide variety of both outdoor and indoor venues that allow for a fun assortment of activities for those in the department to engage with one another. If you have any questions or activity ideas, please submit them using our feedback form.
Past Events
Pictures of past GSAC activities can be found on our Instagram page. Past events we have organized include: skiing at Bristol Mountain, kayaking on Genesee River, trip to the Strong museum of Play, and much more! Consult the list below for upcoming events.
Upcoming Events
Well-Being Session
Thursdays, recurring (11:00 am)
Wegman's Hall 4th floor, Fishbowl
This is your weekly chance to stop for a moment and take a breath. Weekly well-being sessions, led by Prof. Deshpande, will offer the chance to relax, meditate, and connect with those around you. You will leave feeling refreshed and energized for the rest of the week ahead. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Happy Hour @ The Distillery
Friday, March 21st (6:00 pm)
The Distillery on Mt Hope
Join GSAC to celebrate the midpoint of the spring semester and the end of the midterm period!
Axe Throwing
Friday, April 4th (6:00-8:00 pm)
Axes and Ales
Backed by popular demand, we present to you: Axes and Ales 2: Electric Boogaloo! If you, for some reason, missed our last axe-throwing outing, be sure not to miss this one!
Past Events
Wellbeing Sessions
Thursdays, recurring (11:00 am)
Wegman's Hall 4th floor, Fishbowl
This is your weekly chance to stop for a moment and take a breath. Weekly wellbeing sessions, led by Prof. Deshpande, will offer the chance to relax, meditate, and connect with those around you. You will leave feeling refreshed and energized for the rest of the week ahead. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Saint Patrick's Day Parade
Saturday, March 15th (noon)
East Avenue
Irish or not, you will find something interesting at the St. Patrick's Day Parade! Join GSAC for this thrilling celebration of Irish culture!
Ice Scating
Sunday, January 12th (1:00 pm)
GVP Sports Complex and Ice Rink
Join us for a fun-filled ice skating meetup at Genesee Valley Park! Whether you're a seasoned pro or stepping onto the ice for the first time, this event is the perfect chance to glide, laugh, and connect with your friends from the department. Afterward, warm up with some hot cocoa and good conversation. Don’t forget to bring your skates or rent a pair at the rink—see you on the ice!
Playoff Watch Party
Sunday, January 19th (TBD)
Wegman's Hall 4th floor, Fishbowl
Come join us to watch one of the NFL playoff games!
Skiing @ Bristol Mountain
Sunday, February 2nd (7:30 am)
Bristol Mountain Ski Resort
Join GSAC for our second annual ski trip to Bristol Mountain. First-time and experienced skiers are all welcome!
Tubing!
Sunday, February 16th (11:00 am)
Greystone Tubing
Do you like water slides? Think that but on snow!! Join GSAC for for our tubing event!