Graduate Diversity About the Office for Graduate DiversityOGD serves as a resource for the admissions process, academic support, financial advice, and professional development. It also provides a forum for ideas and programs designed to enhance the educational experience of all students, including those who are undocumented, first -generation college students, and those who are educationally and financially challenged. For over 45 years, UC Berkeley has been committed to encouraging and supporting underrepresented students on the Berkeley campus. The Office for Graduate Diversity was established to provide outreach, advising, and mentoring support to students who seek to obtain graduate degrees at UC Berkeley. OGD NewsletterSign up to receive the monthly OGD newsletter for information on upcoming events, workshops, and funding opportunities! SubscribeHow we helpFor Prospective Students — Outreach & Admissions AssistanceWe want you to know that you belong here. The Office for Graduate Diversity staff visits colleges and universities across the country to encourage students to apply to UC Berkeley. We provide students with graduate school admissions assistance, as well as information and strategic planning on the application process and statements of purpose. Learn more about Resources for Prospective Students Diversity Resources for Prospective StudentsFor Current Students — Academic Support & MentoringWe ensure you have the support you need throughout your graduate studies, from admission to completion of your degree. We offer assistance in planning for personal and academic success, professional development, and post-graduation plans. Should you require tutoring or have special need circumstances, financial assistance is available. The Director of the Office for Graduate Diversity, staff, and campus diversity directors provide mentoring on an ongoing basis. Advising and counseling is available to all currently enrolled students and those considering applying to UC Berkeley, as well as advising on financial planning and funding. Diversity Resources for Current StudentsUpcoming Graduate Diversity Events Dec 4 The Grad Student Productive Are you cleaning to avoid writing? Telling yourself that tomorrow will be the day? Struggling to find the perfect place… Date: December 4, 2024 Time: 12:00pm - 7:00pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub Dec 5 STEM*FYI Print-Making and Pupusas Learn how to make your own small print using rubber carving blocks + enjoy some pupusas! RSVP Here Date: December 5, 2024 Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub Dec 9 Grad Student Rejuvenation Day Join us for a rejuvenating wellness event designed especially for graduate students! Take a break from your academic responsibilities and… Date: December 9, 2024 Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub Dec 10 STEM*FYI Yoga + Boba Destressor Come join us and let the stress of the term evaporate as you bend and stretch your body into upward… Date: December 10, 2024 Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub Dec 11 The Grad Student Productive Are you cleaning to avoid writing? Telling yourself that tomorrow will be the day? Struggling to find the perfect place… Date: December 11, 2024 Time: 12:00pm - 7:00pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub More Events in Graduate DiversityMeet our studentsDiversity and Community FellowsEach year, we hire around 30 graduate students — Diversity and Community Fellows — to help advance and implement the Diversity and Inclusion goals of Office for Graduate Diversity and Graduate Division. Fellows work across and within academic units to create healthy communities for graduate students. Visit our fellows webpage to read about their backgrounds and schedule an appointment. Meet our Diversity and Community Fellows
Dec 4 The Grad Student Productive Are you cleaning to avoid writing? Telling yourself that tomorrow will be the day? Struggling to find the perfect place… Date: December 4, 2024 Time: 12:00pm - 7:00pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub
Dec 5 STEM*FYI Print-Making and Pupusas Learn how to make your own small print using rubber carving blocks + enjoy some pupusas! RSVP Here Date: December 5, 2024 Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub
Dec 9 Grad Student Rejuvenation Day Join us for a rejuvenating wellness event designed especially for graduate students! Take a break from your academic responsibilities and… Date: December 9, 2024 Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub
Dec 10 STEM*FYI Yoga + Boba Destressor Come join us and let the stress of the term evaporate as you bend and stretch your body into upward… Date: December 10, 2024 Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub
Dec 11 The Grad Student Productive Are you cleaning to avoid writing? Telling yourself that tomorrow will be the day? Struggling to find the perfect place… Date: December 11, 2024 Time: 12:00pm - 7:00pm The Inclusive Excellence Hub