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December 11, 2025
Call for Proposals! 2025-26 Big C Student Initiated Projects Applications are due Monday, January 19, 2026, 11:59 pm Call for Proposals! 2025-26 Big C Student Initiated Projects What is the Big C? Passed by student referenda in April 2017 and renewed in April 2025, The Big C (Big Community) Fee Referendum expands staffing (student and professional),…
December 10, 2025
As the year ends, our office and the Basic Needs Center want to update you on how recent changes might affect your access to essential resources like food assistance, housing support and healthcare. Below you can find an outline of specific campus resources to help you.
December 9, 2025
Winter break is finally here—a chance to take a breather after a hectic semester. But it can also be a strategic moment to invest in your professional growth. Without the usual demands of classes, research, or teaching, you have the space to think about your next steps, build new skills, and refocus on your career goals. Here’s how to make the most of your time off.
December 4, 2025
Students often single out finding time to write as one of the key time-management challenges of graduate school. With the various responsibilities of being a graduate student, including teaching, seminars, and conferences, writing can often fall by the wayside. A key strategy for combating resistance to writing is learning how to establish a daily writing routine.
November 20, 2025
We recognize that, in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, there are students who are still navigating its impact on their lives. We are reaching out with assistance during this difficult period.
November 20, 2025
SNAP/CalFresh distribution was delayed this month. If your financial situation has been affected by this delay, here are some resources you can access.
November 20, 2025
Nominations for all four awards are being accepted through Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Award recipients will be recognized in April 2026 in a joint celebration.
November 20, 2025
In recent years, graduate students have found themselves navigating a dynamic job market that can make exploring and preparing for careers challenging. Handshake is a key tool that graduate students can use to ease this process.
November 19, 2025
Kickstart your dissertation writing this fall with NCFDD’s free 12-week Dissertation Success Curriculum. The new cohort begins September 2.
November 10, 2025
Jaquesta Adams, a fifth-year PhD candidate in chemistry, became Berkeley’s 2025 Grad Slam Champion for her presentation “Illuminating Oxytocin: How Nanosensors ‘Listen In’ On the Brain’s Chemical Conversations.”
November 6, 2025
Interested, but have no idea where to start! Don’t worry, GradPro is here to help!
November 6, 2025
There are a few steps in the process, make sure to mark your calendars.
October 29, 2025
Like many of you, I’ve felt the pace and intensity of this moment—and I want to pause to acknowledge your dedication, perseverance, and the incredible spirit you bring to our community. In the midst of everything, our shared commitment to knowledge, integrity, and the public good continues to shine.
October 29, 2025
Join the GSI Teaching & Resource Center, the Berkeley Interactive Theater, and the Disability Cultural Community Center for an engaging and critical session on these topics!
October 27, 2025
The Quals Preparation Program (QPP) is a partnership between the Office for Graduate Diversity and the UC Berkeley Bioscience Quals Preparation Program. The program is structured to provide weekly workshops for Ph.D. students in the biosciences at UC Berkeley preparing for their qualifying exam.
October 23, 2025
In a report released by U.S. News, UC Berkeley has yet again snagged the No. 1 spots amongst public universities.
October 17, 2025
We know that many students are struggling with the numerous tragic circumstances we are facing at the local, national, and global levels. Seeing human suffering, in any form, especially when you do not have the ability to address it, can be incredibly painful. During this extraordinarily difficult time, please be certain to support yourself and be sensitive to the needs of others in our community who may be experiencing fear, pain, and/or grief.
October 16, 2025
May Wilson began her new position last spring as Berkeley Career Engagement’s first Assistant Director for Graduate Student Employer Engagement. She brings over a decade of experience in Student Affairs and Alumni Relations to her role.
October 16, 2025
Meet the GSI Teaching & Resource Center’s Peer Teaching Consultants and Postdoc Fellows! If you have taken part in any of the programs of the GSI Teaching & Resource Center, you’ll know that our work benefits tremendously from the expertise of current and former graduate students. And this has been the case since the establishment…
October 13, 2025
Registration for Spring 2025 classes will begin soon for courses hosted by our Graduate Student Professional Development Program. These will help you target the specific skills you wish to develop.
September 23, 2025
The 2025 NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) application is now open. The NSF GRFP provides three years of funding to outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and social science disciplines who are at or near the beginning of a degree earning program. The Graduate Division is hosting an NSF GRFP Application…
September 21, 2025
My name is Tsegereda Esatu, and I’m a Ph.D. candidate at UC Berkeley. I’d love to tell you how the Berkeley community has supported me in my drive for excellence.
September 18, 2025
This academic year, new and returning graduate students were welcomed back to campus with a plethora of fun and informative events.
September 18, 2025
Whether you’re thinking beyond academia, building professional networks, navigating internships, or sharpening your job-search tools, this fall GradPro’s lineup has something for everyone.
September 13, 2025
Professional Development Liaisons Carmen Brick Hitchcock Postdoctoral Fellow Carmen is the Hitchcock Postdoctoral Fellow at GradPro. She completed her PhD in Sociology at UC Berkeley in the spring of 2025. Her doctoral research focused upon social policy responses to labor market change during the post-industrial period, including the advent of the work-based safety net. While…
September 4, 2025
The University of California, Berkeley is holding its fourth annual virtual Graduate Diversity Admissions Fair to help prospective professional, master’s, and doctoral students learn more about UC Berkeley overall, our application process, and departments.
August 15, 2025
Email sent to students on July 1, 2024: Learn more about the three Graduate Division Professional Development units GradPro, Graduate Writing Center and GSI Teaching & Resource Center. These three offices can help you develop the skills to succeed academically and prepare for future careers.
August 13, 2025
Email sent to students on August 13, 2025: Connect with the Office for Graduate Diversity! OGD provides programs, resources, and connections to support a thriving and inclusive educational experience for underrepresented students.
August 7, 2025
Email sent to students on August 7, 2025: Essential resources, tools, and two required trainings for all incoming graduate students to help prevent and respond effectively to instances of sexual violence and harassment. Review and complete the trainings promptly.
August 6, 2025
Vice Provost Lisa García Bedolla shares how research rooted in community partnerships leads to deeper impact. Read the article and watch the 101-second video to learn more.
August 1, 2025
Whether you are applying this year or just exploring your options, our summer webinar series will guide you through every step of the journey.
July 22, 2025
Discover new resources and enjoy a day of connection and support at the Inclusive Excellence Hub Open House on Wednesday, September 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 2515 Channing Way.
July 22, 2025
Take a look outside of your department for course offerings that will help you round out your skill set.
July 21, 2025
New on campus? Use this to-do list to jumpstart your time at Berkeley.
July 8, 2025
Learn about campus resources, attend workshops, and connect with fellow students. Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare for your Berkeley journey.
July 1, 2025
The Graduate Student Leadership & Engagement Advisory Board is tasked with advising the senior leadership on student life and engagement at Berkely with a commitment to an identity and culturally conscious lens.
June 10, 2025
UC Berkeley’s New Graduate Student Orientation (NGSO) will take place in-person on Tuesday, August 26 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
June 6, 2025
Email sent to students on June 6, 2024: Financial resources for your graduate journey. Explore the options available to support your graduate experience.
June 4, 2025
Select NGSO make-up sessions were held virtually via Zoom on Friday, August 29 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. P.S.T.
May 28, 2025
Email sent to students on May 28, 2025: Financial resources for your graduate journey. Explore the options available to support your graduate experience.
May 20, 2025
Navigating the housing search Of all the preparation graduate school requires, choosing where to live during your time at UC Berkeley might be one of the most important and time-sensitive decisions. If you have not yet secured housing, we’re here to help you find the best option. Graduate student apartments UC Berkeley’s graduate student apartments…
May 16, 2025
Graduate Professional Development is hiring three doctoral students to join GradPro‘s team of Professional Development Liaisons (PDLs). We’re looking for graduate students who are ready to serve as a peer leader and give back to the campus community
May 16, 2025
The Graduate Writing Center is hiring for a Postdoctoral Position. UC Berkeley doctoral students in any discipline who will have received their doctoral degrees by August 15, 2025 are eligible to apply.
May 16, 2025
Email sent to students on April 25, 2024: Welcome to UC Berkeley! It is our job at the Graduate Division to support you. We’re excited to see what you’ll achieve!
May 15, 2025
Mentorship is a vital tool for many students at UC Berkeley, often offering transformative effects on the academic success, well-being, and overall student experience.
May 15, 2025
As I write this, commencement ceremonies are taking place all across campus. It’s always a moving reminder of the incredible each of you has, and will continue to make—to go out into the world, inspire change, and drive discovery.
May 15, 2025
Meet the 2025 UC Berkeley Leadership in Graduate Diversity Award recipients.
May 14, 2025
Summer is a great time for graduate students to catch their breath, make progress on goals, and tap into campus resources that support their academic and personal growth. Whether you’re planning your housing situation, prepping to teach for the first time, or getting involved in inclusive communities, there’s a lot happening this summer to support your journey.
May 13, 2025
Watch the 2025 Grad Slam 2025 Semi-finalists: Jaquesta Adams, Chemistry (1st Place Winner) Illuminating Oxytocin: How Nanosensors ‘Listen In’ On the Brain’s Chemical Conversations Jaquesta Adams is a fifth-year Ph.D. candidate in Chemistry, originally from Miami, Florida. Currently in the Landry lab, Jaquesta works on the development of near-infrared fluorescent nanosensors for the high spatiotemporal…
May 12, 2025
For those of us in the humanities, the world of entrepreneurship can seem entirely foreign. The very mention of hustling sets our teeth on edge, and if you bring up revenue streams and project rates, we’re just about ready to run out the door. Erica Machulak’s new book, Hustles for Humanists, seeks to dispel that discomfort and prove to us that entrepreneurship is not only a viable potential career alternative, but one that many of us are doing already. I sat down with Dr. Machulak to ask her advice for taking the first steps into freelancing, balancing entrepreneurship and graduate work, and setting expectations with clients. Our conversation has been edited for concision and clarity.
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