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How can we use neural networks to create meaningful representations of words? The bag-of-words is limited in its ability to characterize text, because it does not utilize word context. In this part, we study word embeddings, which were among the first attempts to use neural networks to develop numerical representations of text that incorporate context. We learn how to use the package gensim to construct and explore word embeddings of text.

New faculty members commonly describe: Working long hours but making little progress on their research and writing A sense of loneliness that stems from limited mentoring and community Feeling unsupported in their desire for work-family balance and without the skills to achieve it Wondering whether the academic path is the right career choice This webinar is specifically designed to address these issues and provide participants with concrete skills to successfully transition from graduate student to professor. Specifically, participants will learn: The three biggest mistakes that new faculty make in managing their time Why and how to align work time with institutional and personal priorities How to create time for academic writing and research How to organize a network of support and accountability for writing productivity and balance

Discover skills that elevate your career potential across any field. Our facilitators will provide insights on identifying and leveraging your existing academic skills, and developing new skills for diverse job settings. This interactive and hands-on session assists you in bridging between your academic experience and non-academic professional opportunities. This workshop will be particularly beneficial for those who have attended a GradPro career exploration workshop, but previous experience with career exploration is not required. All UC Berkeley graduate students and postdoctoral fellows are welcome to attend. The registration form will close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, April 10. The Zoom link for the event will be shared with registrants closer to the event date. For questions or any disability-related accommodations, please contact Haripriya Sathyanarayanan at [email protected].

Discover skills that elevate your career potential across any field. Our facilitators will provide insights on identifying and leveraging your existing academic skills, and developing new skills for diverse job settings. This interactive and hands-on session assists you in bridging between your academic experience and non-academic professional opportunities. This workshop will be particularly beneficial for those who have attended a GradPro career exploration workshop, but previous experience with career exploration is not required. All UC Berkeley graduate students and postdoctoral fellows are welcome to attend. The registration form will close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, April 10. The Zoom link for the event will be shared with registrants closer to the event date.

The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States. We represent the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, an independent federal agency, based in Washington, DC. Join this webinar to learn about our career and internship opportunities at the Board and best practices for your application. During these sessions, we'll give an overview of the organization and then move into breakout rooms where you can chat with employees to learn more about their roles and get some insight into working here! If you are not able to attend this session, we will host additional webinars in Fall 2024.  

This two-hour workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to designing and conducting survey studies. Tailored for beginners, it provides clear, step-by-step guidance complemented by concise examples, practical considerations, and useful support materials. Participants will learn the entire process, from formulating a research question to creating, administering, and analyzing surveys, as well as interpreting results and communicating their findings. Special emphasis will be placed on crafting survey instruments that are succinct, unbiased, and effectively aligned with your research objectives. Additionally, instructors will share a curated list of recommended resources.