The Gemstone Program at the University of Maryland is a unique multidisciplinary four-year research program for selected undergraduate honors students of all majors. Under guidance of faculty mentors and Gemstone staff, teams of students design, direct and conduct significant research, often but not exclusively exploring the interdependence of science and technology with society. Gemstone students are members of a living-learning community comprised of fellow students, faculty and staff who work together to enrich the undergraduate experience. This community challenges and supports the students in the development of their research, teamwork, communication and leadership skills. In the fourth year, each team of students presents its research in the form of a thesis to experts, and the students complete the program with a citation and a tangible sense of accomplishment.
The Gemstone Student Council (GSC) is a group of student representatives aiming to improve and support the Gemstone Program by developing and strengthening community within the program. The GSC is comprised of four committees (Community and Social Initiatives, Cohort Relations, Finances, and Operations) working cohesively to implement events and initiatives for Gemstone Program students.
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