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    The Graduate Division serves more than 13,000 students in over 100 graduate degree programs. We are here to help you from the time you are admitted until you complete your graduate program.

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    We're thrilled you're considering Berkeley for your graduate study. We offer more than 100 programs for master's, professional, and doctoral students to pursue their dreams.

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    Working toward obtaining your graduate degree at Berkeley is an exciting and challenging endeavor, but funding your graduate education shouldn’t be your greatest challenge.

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    We're here to support you as you progress through your degree, and help you understand the policies and procedures that inform your graduate education.

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    GradPro, the Graduate Writing Center, and the GSI Teaching & Resource Center can support you in your academic and professional development at all stages of your degree program and in preparing for your career.

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    The Office for Graduate Diversity provides support and services for prospective and continuing students in an effort to support and sustain a more diverse graduate student community.

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    Your gift allows us to deliver an inclusive, world-class experience to graduate students, so they can make a difference at Berkeley and beyond.

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Enroll Now! Spring Courses in Academic Writing and Mentoring

Carve out some time to focus on improving your skills with these 1- and 2-credit classes.

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Want to Establish a Daily Writing Habit? Take the 14-Day Online Writing Challenge this October!

Activate your free membership to the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity to sign up

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Jumpstart your Job Search this October

Come to one (or both!) of these exciting graduate student career events this October.

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This Summer, Plan for Work-Life Balance

How to have a summer that’s both productive and relaxing.

Experience a “Day in the Professional Life” with a Ph.D. Externship

Explore career options and build up your network with the Career Center’s externship program.

New Professional Development Planning Tool for Masters and Professional Students

Map your graduate school goals and connect to campus resources.

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Craft Your Three-Minute Thesis and Submit Your Grad Slam Video by 2/18/19

You could win cash prizes and state-wide recognition while you take your professional development to the next level!

The Graduate Division Welcomes Ten New Graduate Professional Development Liaisons

Graduate student interns are here to help you build skills, succeed in your program, and launch your career.

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Four Steps for Preparing Your Submission for Grad Slam — 2/18/2019

Workshops to help you communicate why your research is exciting and important.

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Five Easy Ways to Boost your Professional Development Over Winter Break

Got a couple of hours to spare? A little planning goes a long way — check these five items off your list!

Conquer your Stage Fright with Free Public Speaking Workshops at the Townsend Center — 1/18/2019

Want to learn how to deliver a job talk or professional presentation clearly, confidently, and persuasively? This February, the Townsend Center for…

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What’s It Like to Work at a Tech Company as a Humanities Ph.D.?

History grad students and faculty learn about one Ph.D.’s journey from Berkeley to Box.

What Can You Do with a Ph.D. in Humanities or Social Sciences? Find out with ImaginePhD!

Explore careers that match your skills, interests, and values with this free online tool.

Upcoming Seminars on Science Leadership and Management

Don’t miss talks on science and public policy, working at the NSF, and more!

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Got Questions About Publishing? Scholarly Communication Services Has Answers!

Upcoming workshops (October 23 – 26) cover copyright, publishing your first book, building your scholarly profile, and more.

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Productivity and Balance: Top Three Time Management Tips

Strategies you can use to juggle your many priorities now that the fall semester is in full swing.

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Fall Career Fairs – A Little Bravery Can Lead to Big Opportunities

Career fairs are great for career exploration, with opportunities for students from all programs and disciplines. Why not check one out?

“The Fantasy, The Ideal, and The Reality of Career Exploration,” by the Motivating Informed Decisions (MIND) program, UCSF.

The Messy Reality of Career Exploration, Explained

Why career exploration can be slow and tough — and where to find support!

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Berkeley Ethnic Studies and History Ph.D.s awarded Mellon Public Fellowships

Maria Faini and Jason Rozumalski talk about their new career paths and taking their humanities expertise public.

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Book Review: So What Are You Going to Do with That?: Finding Careers Outside Academia

Practical tips for charting a “post-academic” course.

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The Graduate Division is committed to expanding the diversity of Berkeley’s student body, and supporting students from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups, in their academic, personal and professional journeys. We’re here to help you build community and make our campus your new home.

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