The 114th meeting of the TUM Graduate Council took place on the 17th of October in the Thomas Mann Konferenzsaal of Main Campus. To welcome newly inducted members, the meeting began with a brief onboarding session. This provided an overview of the Council’s mission, key responsibilities, and upcoming initiatives. The main meeting covered several critical topics and was attended by members as well as international guests from Finland, who came to learn about TUM Graduate Council’s successful methods of advocating for and securing approvals for student needs. The Finnish delegation shared insights on TUM Graduate Council’s effectiveness in handling student matters, praising the Council’s proactive approach in gaining support and implementing initiatives that meet student demands. The Council then reviewed the Position Paper for WissZeitVG aimed at addressing key issues faced by graduate students. Members provided feedback, and a final draft was circulated with 94% of members in favor. To conclude the day, members and guests gathered at an external venue for a dinner, providing a relaxed setting to reinforce connections made during the meeting. This final event allowed for informal discussions, deepened relationships, and reflected the spirit of collaboration that defines the TUM Graduate Council.