What is the Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week?
GPSAW is a nationwide celebration of graduate and professional students that takes place the first week of April every year. It is a week dedicated to celebrating all of the graduate students’ contributions to their respective communities and their accomplishments.

GPSAW Events
Questions you may have
Can I attend multiple events?
Of course! However, be mindful of overlapping schedules and ticket requirements.
Do events cost money?
All GPSAW events are free for Northeastern students!
Do I need to sign up in advance?
No, but some events are ticketed. All tickets are free.
What events are ticketed?
Ticketed events are:
- Craft Studios: March 25, 1:00 PM ET.
- Plant Potting: March 25, 1:00 PM ET.
- Professional Development Seminars: March 25, 4:00 PM ET.
- Headshots (raffle): LIVE! Entries close on March 26 at 4:00 PM ET.
- Graduate School Kit: March 26, 4:00 PM ET.
- Yoga Day: March 26, 10:00 AM ET.
How do I reserve a ticket?
Please follow the instructions below to claim a ticket on the Northeastern ticketing platform. Make sure you are logged in with your Northeastern credentials.
- Review ticket drop dates and times on the CSI website and on Instagram!
- Go to nuhuskies.evenue.net.
- Select “Student Access” and sign in with your NU credentials.
- Click “Student Life,” and select the event you’re interested in.
- Add the ticket to your cart and check out!
When do tickets drop?
Tickets drop at the following times:
- Craft Studios & Plant Potting: March 25, 1:00 PM ET.
- Professional Development Seminars: March 25, 4:00 PM ET.
- Headshots (raffle): LIVE! Entries close on March 26 at 4:00 PM ET.
- Graduate School Kit: March 26, 4:00 PM ET.
- Yoga Day: March 26, 10:00 AM ET.
Do I need to bring anything?
All students are required to bring their Husky IDs. Tickets will be scanned in for ticketed events.
If I have an accessibility need, who do I contact?
Please reach out to NUCSI@northeastern.edu as far in advance as possible.