On behalf of the Engineering Graduate Community Council (EGCC), I am honored to extend a warm welcome to both new and returning engineering graduate students. The EGCC, a student-led organization, is dedicated to representing our college’s graduate students at the university and college levels. Our primary mission is to encourage collaboration across disciplines and create meaningful opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to connect. Throughout the year, we will host academic and career sessions, environmental and safety awareness meetings, and social gatherings aimed at fostering relationships within our community.
We are also committed to providing timely, relevant information from the Graduate Student Association (GSA) to keep our engineering graduate community well-informed. In advocating for our members, the EGCC works closely with the Dean’s office and faculty to address student concerns and needs. To support our community, we maintain a graduate lounge in room 3C70 in the College of Engineering building, offering a welcoming space for students to enjoy lunch and engage with colleagues.
We encourage all members to consider volunteer roles within the EGCC, as these opportunities not only build connections but also enrich professional growth. Additionally, participating in the Graduate Student Association as a Discipline Representative is a valuable way to engage in decision-making for your department and contribute to the broader graduate community.
Once again, welcome! We look forward to a year of growth, collaboration, and success together.
You can reach out to me for information, concerns, and suggestions at bashu.gautam@usask.ca or egcc.president@usask.ca
Sincerely,
Bashu Gautam, Ph.D. Candidate
President, Engineering Graduate Committee Council (EGCC)
Room No: 1A53, Bioprocessing area, College of Engineering
University of Saskatchewan