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Resources & Services

Also see Graduate Student Resources.

  • Apply for Initial Funding Request

    Conference Reserve Budget (CRB)

    • ABOUT: The purpose of the Conference Reserve Budget (CRB) is to provide financial assistance to current LMU graduate students who wish to attend a conference applicable to their studies. Through its use of funds, CRB intends to develop professional growth and foster a sense of community.
    • BUDGET: The CRB draws from a special fund that is shared with the Professional Development Budget (PDB).  This special fund that serves both CRB/PDB is $2500 per semester of the GSLMU budget, a total of $5000 per academic school year. CRB requests are reserved to support academic conference registration. This amount is limited to $500 per applicant per academic year. Special funds may not be used to cover any travel expenses.
    • ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The conference must be tied to the applicant’s academic program of study. Students are encouraged to apply for CRB funding if any of the following conditions apply:
      • The student is presenting original research at a domestic or international conference.
      • The student is convening a panel at a domestic or international conference.
      • If the student is attending a particular event that would demonstrably (must show in application) increase the chance of a job offer, thus benefiting the graduate body as a whole by supporting graduate student job placement.
    • APPROVAL PROCESS: Applications will be voted upon by the Senate during a monthly meeting or as needed in exceptional circumstances. Senators who submit an application shall abstain from voting upon their application.

    Professional Development Budget (PDB)

    • ABOUT: The purpose of the Professional Development Fund is to provide monetary support to graduate students at LMU in furtherance of their professional goals.
    • BUDGET: The PDB draws from a special fund that is shared with the Conference Reserve Board (CRB).  This special fund that serves both PDB/CRB is $2500 per semester of the GSLMU budget, a total of $5000 per academic school year. PDB requests are reserved to support networking events, professional business attire, leadership and management training, career exploration and preparation opportunities, and transferable skills workshops so long as it cannot be obtained through other sources at the University and is not part of the regular curriculum of their program. This amount is limited to $250 per applicant per academic year. Special funds may not be used to cover any travel expenses.
    • APPROVAL PROCESS: Applications will be voted upon by the Senate during a monthly meeting or as needed in exceptional circumstances. Senators who submit an application shall abstain from voting upon their application.

    Graduate Student Reserve Board (GSRB)

    • ABOUT: The purpose of the Graduate Student Reserve Board (GSRB) is to provide financial assistance to University registered graduate groups through the co-sponsorship of events and activities that enhance the graduate student experience and foster a stronger LMU community.
    • BUDGET: The CFO may designate up to 10% of the annual budget to the GSRB. Funds are awarded on a first come first serve basis. Any remaining GSRB Fall semester funds may be rolled over to the Spring semester or be reallocated as needed at the discretion of the President or CFO.
    • ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
      • A Graduate Student Registered Organization (GSRO) must be in good standing with GSLMU and Student Affairs. A GRSO must be a registered organization under Student Leadership and Development.
      • If a GSRO receives money for an event or activity, they will be required to include the GSLMU logo on all marketing collateral. Failure to do so will result in a financial hold from GSLMU.
    • APPROVAL PROCESS: The Executive Board will have the authority to approve all GSRB requests.

  • If you would like to list or update information on your Graduate Student Organization, please contact the GSLMU CCO at GSLMU.CCO@lmu.edu with the name of the organization, website, email, and social network pages.

  • LMU at Playa del Oro

    LMU@PDO is a graduate housing community located less than a mile off-campus at the Playa del Oro apartment complex. Check out Student Housing's website for more info.

    Off-Campus Housing

    For those seeking off-campus housing, resources can be found on the Office of Off-Campus Student Life page. For more information, visit Off Campus Student Life.

  • Metro U-Pass Pilot Program

    LMU has partnered with Los Angeles Country Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA or METRO) to increase student access to public transportation services. The U-Pass Program offers eligible students unlimited rides on Metro's rails and bus lines and is designed to streamline the process of purchasing college student discount fares. Learn more.

    Metro Bike Share

    Download the Metro Bike app or check the station map for station locations and real-time bike and dock availability.

    LMU Cycling Lion

    The Cycling Lion garage is located right behind Doheny Hall, directly across the Learning Resource Center in Daum Hall and offers both options for service and rentals for students.