Posts by Marshall Glaze

January 15, 2021

In Conversation with Tarana Burke

To commemorate 150 years of women (150W) being accepted to the University of California, join UC Berkeley’s Gender Equity Resource Center and friends on Thursday, February 4, 2021 from 4-5:30 p.m. PST for In Conversation with Tarana Burke, founder of the “Me Too” movement and advocate for survivors of…

January 15, 2021

More than a Remote Possibility: Rethinking Inclusion in the College Classroom

From Glen Carsten-Peters on Unsplash.com Teaching and learning remotely in the past academic year has been a challenging and rewarding experience for many of us. We faced many unexpected challenges – technical difficulties, adapting to new instructional and learning environments, coping with stress, and more. These…

January 12, 2021

Graduate Womxn’s Project (GWP) Skill Share

The Graduate Womxn’s Project is delighted to host the Skill Share Series this semester! Each month, a handful of our peers will be sharing their hobbies. Registration is open for our January sessions – see below: RSVP for Thursday, Jan 14: Origami RSVP for Saturday,…

January 12, 2021

Graduate Assembly Student Opportunity and Success (SOS) Fund – 4/30/21

The SOS Fund Application is now open and available to all current graduate and professional students. Priority will be given to applicants currently experiencing housing, basic needs and COVID-19 related insecurities. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis through 11:59PM on…

December 16, 2020

Cal Housing is Available for Graduate Students

Currently, there is limited availability in all single student graduate apartment locations, but not every apartment type is available. For more information, students can visit the main Cal Housing web page at https://housing.berkeley.edu/overview and click on the appropriate links for descriptive information and pictures (Garden Village,…

December 15, 2020

The Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship – 1/13/2021

The Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF) – a program that has supported the graduate studies of more than 500 awardees over 29 years – is currently accepting applications through January 13, 2021. As you read on, kindly consider forwarding this message to someone that you feel would…

December 14, 2020

CalPerformances At Home Holiday Events

Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol  (Cal Performances Co-Commission) LIVESTREAMED EVENT Thursday, December 17, 5pm (PST) Friday, December 18, 7pm (PST) Saturday, December 19, 1pm (PST) Program:  Manual Cinema broadcasts holiday spirit with this livestreamed adaptation of Charles…

December 14, 2020

Simple Ways to Use the Winter Break for Professional Development

Boost your professional development effectively this winter break with these simple steps. Winter break is an important time for restoration, relaxation, and recreation after the sprint to the end of the semester. Fall 2020 has felt like even more of a wringer than normal in this sense, so taking time…

December 14, 2020

Explore Career Options and Plan Using ImaginePhD

Curious about what you can do with a PhD in the humanities or social sciences? Check out ImaginePhD! Are you a doctoral student in the humanities or social sciences? Are you thinking about what you’d like to do after your PhD and…

November 12, 2020

Fung Fellowship – Spring 2021

The Fung Fellowship is hiring advanced graduate students to join our team as Graduate Student Instructors (GSIs) starting Spring 2021 for 25% positions for two upper level undergraduate student courses: (1) Health + Tech and (2) Conservation +Tech Health+Tech: Fellows (i.e., the students) work…

November 12, 2020

Increased Access for UC Berkeley Students to Cal Performances at Home

Cal Performances at UC Berkeley announces expanded access for UC Berkeley students to the Cal Performances at Home performing arts streaming series. UC Berkeley students can now purchase a special $15 student pass that provides access to all performances and events on the Fall 2020 Cal Performances at Home online…

November 10, 2020

Library News, November 2020

Below are various library updates that pertain to graduate students. The Library now provides a contactless pickup service at Moffitt Library for all borrowers who have current Cal 1 or UC Berkeley Library cards. Fourteen libraries are participating in Oski Xpress: Anthropology, Bioscience, Chemistry, Earth Sciences & Map, East Asian,…

November 10, 2020

3 Things You Can Do to Create a Campus Free of Sexual Violence & Harassment

Unfortunately, remote work and shelter-in-place due to COVID 19 has not reduced sexual harassment and relationship violence, and in some cases it has increased. Join the PATH to Care Center’s campus-wide #WeCARE campaign which aims to create a safer community for all of us. Here are 3 ways you can…

November 10, 2020

The Power of Informational Interviews

Photo by Christina @ wocintechchat.com via Unsplash.com Career planning as a graduate student can feel overwhelming, particularly if you’re interested in multiple career paths. Investigating and exploring what’s out there is something you can do alone, but a powerful way to save time and gain first-person…

November 10, 2020

Demystifying Networking

Photo by HIVAN ARVIZU @soyhivan via Unsplash.com To many grad students, the concept of networking has all sorts of negative connotations — it’s uncomfortable, vague, unnecessary, even fake or disingenuous. However, regardless of your goals, networking is integral to effective career planning, as it gives you…

October 16, 2020

Focus Groups for Proposed Graduate Housing Project

UC Berkeley Capital Strategies, in partnership with American Campus Communities, is seeking program input on a potential graduate housing project in the greater Berkeley area. Current graduate students living in the Berkeley area are invited to sign-up to participate in focus groups for the proposed graduate housing project. Several 90-…

October 16, 2020

GROW Grants Have Gone Virtual!

Applications are open for Fall 2020 GROW Grants! Graduates Optimizing Wellness (GROW) Grants is a grant program where graduate student groups and departments may apply for funds to host team-building activities and skill-building workshops focused on wellness and promoting a culture of well-being. Who can apply? Any “intact community”…

October 13, 2020

Robert & Patricia Switzer Foundation Fellowship – 11/01/2020

The Switzer Fellowship offers one-year fellowships to highly talented graduate students in New England and California whose studies and career goals are directed toward environmental improvement and who clearly demonstrate leadership in their field. The fellowship includes a $15,000 cash award for academic study, leadership training, access to a vibrant…

October 8, 2020

Career Prep Tips for Graduate Students

Whether you’re finishing up your program or just starting out at Berkeley, there’s no wrong time to think about preparing for success in your career. The Career Center is here to help you explore and prepare for any career paths you’re considering! Here’s a quick overview of the robust set…