CRDM Student Association

Learn more about the program's Student Association, what they have to offer, and how to get involved.

About

The CRDMSA promotes the academic and professional development of graduate students in the CRDM doctoral program and gives graduate students a platform to meet, learn, and share information and knowledge with their peers. The CRDMSA provides opportunities for students to give back to their graduate school community by serving as an officer, representative, or serving on ad hoc committees or workgroups as needed to conduct CRDMSA business or activities.

Meetings are held monthly and are open to all students in the CRDM program, whether full- or part-time. Payment of dues is not required for membership, but is a prerequisite to receive funding from CRDMSA or to be nominated for an officer position. The student association holds social events for CRDM students during the academic year. CRDMSA facilitates student input into issues regarding the CRDM program and is a primary channel through which faculty and administration recruit student representation on committees and workgroups.

In addition, CRDMSA provides some travel funding for students attending professional conferences which is made available through our affiliation with NC State’s Student Government. The CRDMSA also maintains an Instagram profile that highlights social events, student acheivements, professional development opportunities, and funding opportunities. You can follow the CRDMSA’s activities on Instagram (@ncstatecrdm).

Get Involved

Attend Meetings. Meetings happen monthly throughout Fall and Spring semesters. Meetings are an opportunity to learn about upcoming events, voice concerns, and receive answers you may have about the program. All CRDM students are encouraged to attend.

Become an Officer. Elections are held annually at the end of the Spring semester. In order to run for office, you must pay your dues for that year. You can find a list of positions and their corresponding duties in the CRDMSA Constitution.

Join a Committee. Even if you’re not an elected officer, you still have opportunities to take on a leadership role in CRDMSA. There are committees within the Student Association where you can work to plan events, make decisions, and maintain CRDMSA’s social media.

Volunteer. All CRDM students are encouraged to be active members; however, we know that each of us have busy schedules. You can volunteer for specific events, such as the annual Cording Ceremony held in the Spring.

Participate in Events. CRDMSA hosts regular social events where you can meet other CRDM students and make connections, such as our Short Circuits presentation series and socials in the Fall and Spring.

Become a Mentor/Mentee. Through CRDMSA’s Mentoring Program, existing students are paired with new students to help offer advice on the program, the community, and more.

Vote. All members have a voice in CRDMSA. We encourage you to use that voice by participating in CRDMSA elections as well as other decisions that may be put to vote in the monthly meeting.

Share with Us. Whether you want to share an opportunity, a relevant event, or your own accomplishments, we want to help you spread the word! CRDMSA students are welcome to share content to be featured on the official Instagram and/or our monthly newsletter.