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 underrepresented 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, confidential 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 Aug 15 Undocumented Graduate Students Community Welcome and Orientation This year’s orientation & community welcome, we will be joined by various campus partners followed by a meet and greet… August 15th 10:30am – 12:00pm Live stream via Zoom or In person Sproul Hall #309 Aug 17 Native@Cal Attend this session for an overview of the American Indian Graduate Program’s (AIGP) Fall programming for incoming graduate students. This… August 17th 1:00pm – 1:30pm Online via Zoom Aug 17 Primer to the Office for Graduate Diversity Come meet staff and students who are part of the Office for Graduate Diversity team. Join us for an overview… August 17th 1:30pm – 2:00pm Online via Zoom Aug 18 Teaching Conference for First-Time International GSIs You have just been appointed to your first GSI position at UC Berkeley but now what? Come to the next… August 18th 9:30am – 12:00pm More Events in Graduate DiversityMeet our Diversity and Community Fellows2021-22 Diversity and Community FellowsEach year, we hire around 20 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
Aug 15 Undocumented Graduate Students Community Welcome and Orientation This year’s orientation & community welcome, we will be joined by various campus partners followed by a meet and greet… August 15th 10:30am – 12:00pm Live stream via Zoom or In person Sproul Hall #309
Aug 17 Native@Cal Attend this session for an overview of the American Indian Graduate Program’s (AIGP) Fall programming for incoming graduate students. This… August 17th 1:00pm – 1:30pm Online via Zoom
Aug 17 Primer to the Office for Graduate Diversity Come meet staff and students who are part of the Office for Graduate Diversity team. Join us for an overview… August 17th 1:30pm – 2:00pm Online via Zoom
Aug 18 Teaching Conference for First-Time International GSIs You have just been appointed to your first GSI position at UC Berkeley but now what? Come to the next… August 18th 9:30am – 12:00pm