December 2014

January 15, 2018

University of California Dissertation-Year Fellowship — 3/5/2018

The University of California Dissertation-Year Fellowship is open to doctoral students who demonstrate strong potential for university teaching and research; with backgrounds, life experiences, and/or work that contribute to diversity; and who are in their final year of dissertation work. UC Berkeley is committed to recognizing and rewarding student’s…

November 8, 2017

The Bancroft Library Study Award — 2/5/2018

The Kenneth E. and Dorothy V. Hill Fellowship Fund will provide one year-long fellowship to graduate students from any campus of the University of California who are conducting research that would benefit from the use of source materials in The Bancroft Library. The holders of the fellowships, designated as Bancroft…

October 24, 2017

World Wood Day Foundation (WWDF) Research Grant — 2/12/2018

The World Wood Day Foundation (WWDF) is now accepting applications for research grants. Scholars and graduate students with a focus on “wood and culture” in ongoing projects as well as new initiatives are encouraged to apply. The proposals will be evaluated on their originality and scholarly excellence by a group…

November 6, 2016

Andrew. W. Mellon Mediterranean Regional Research Fellowship Program — 1/15/2017

The Council of American Overseas Research Centers announces the Mellon Mediterranean Regional Research Fellowship Program that enables pre- and early post-doctoral scholars to carry out research in the humanities and related social sciences in countries bordering the Mediterranean and served by American overseas research centers. Funding for this program is generously provided…

October 28, 2016

Soroptimist Founder Region Fellowship Grant — 1/15/2017

The mission of Soroptimist is to improve the lives of women and girls throughout the world. This fellowship may be awarded to selected women who have advanced to candidacy and are entering the last year of their doctoral programs. Applicants must be women who are in their final stages of their…

September 6, 2015

ARIT Fellowships for Advanced Turkish Language Study for Summer 2016 — 2/5/2016

ARIT Summer Fellowships for Intensive Advanced Turkish Language at Bogazici University, Istanbul for summer 2016. The program supports intensive study of advanced Turkish language from June 16 – August 9, 2016 and includes air fare, tuition, and stipend. The application deadline is Friday, February 5, 2016. For further information please see the…

December 15, 2014

Ebola Update: How to Take Precautions When Traveling this Winterbreak

What is Ebola? The Ebola virus is one of the world’s most devastating illnesses. The virus was first detected in 1976 in an outbreak near the Ebola river in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The virus’ latest outbreak, beginning in March 2014, has infected roughly 13,000 people and has…

December 15, 2014

Hewlett Foundation Establishes UC Berkeley Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity

In the largest-ever private donation to the field of cybersecurity, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation announced a $45 million grant to UC Berkeley, Stanford and Massachusetts Institute of Technology to establish three new academic centers to research cybersecurity. UC Berkeley will receive $15 million.
Career Center

December 15, 2014

Career Center Information and Offerings

Professional Development Opportunity for Humanities Doctoral Students The University of California Humanities Research Institute (UCHRI) invites proposals for its Humanists@Work graduate student advisory committee.. Who can apply: Currently enrolled UC Humanities graduate students Deadline: March 18, 2015,…

December 15, 2014

Postdoctoral and Student/Predoctoral Research Positions

The New England Complex Systems Institute has funding for postdoctoral and predoctoral research appointments. We look for outstanding applicants with training in physics, mathematics or computer science. We value strong writing abilities. Candidates should be interested in contributing to a wide range of NECSI’s research areas, including analysis and modeling…

December 15, 2014

Personal Financial Management Class for Graduate Students

Are you concerned about your financial future in a complex world of credit cards, debit cards, student loan debt, credit reports, FICO scoring, identity theft, 401(K) plans, IRAs, the impacts of love and money in a relationship, the best ways to buy a house or car, taxes, investing in stocks,…
Rosemary Joyce

December 15, 2014

Reflections on the Fall Semester

As the Interim Dean of the Graduate Division, I have enjoyed the opportunity to deepen my involvement with various projects close to my heart. The new Dean of the Graduate Division, Fiona Doyle, Professor of Mineral Engineering, will begin her post on January 1, 2015.