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September 24, 2026

The University of California, Berkeley is holding its 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.

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September 24, 2026

Graduate Application is Open!

The University of California, Berkeley is holding its 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.
Student sitting indoors at a GradPro table talking with a graduate student.

September 17, 2026

What Graduate Students Actually Ask Us

Every week, GradPro’s Professional Development Liaisons (PDLs) meet one-on-one with graduate students from across campus. These are the questions we hear most often, what tends to be underneath them, and where we point students who are asking.

September 17, 2026

Show up, Say Hello: UC Berkeley Career Engagement’s Fall Career Fairs

Fall is the perfect time to start scoping out jobs and internships, especially if you want to boost your work experience with a summer internship or are graduating this spring. Fortunately, the UC Berkeley Career Engagement’s (BCE) fall career fairs are coming right up. Do not miss these opportunities to connect with employers, practice talking about your skills, or just learn more about your post-grad options.
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September 15, 2026

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program Application Workshop

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) Applicant Q&A Panel The 2027 NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) application is now open. The NSF GRFP supports outstanding graduate students pursuing full-time, research-based master’s and doctoral degrees in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. Each fellowship provides three years of support over a five-year fellowship period,…
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September 14, 2026

Taxes Reporting and Grad Students

Are you preparing to file your taxes as a graduate student? The Graduate Division offers tax workshops and resources to support you through tax season, including information on who needs to file, what to file, when to file, and how to navigate the tax filing process.
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September 4, 2026

Dissertation & Thesis Review 2026 Fall Workshops 

Are you a graduate student submitting a thesis or dissertation? This fall, the Graduate Degrees Team is hosting upcoming thesis and dissertation manuscript review workshops to assist you with your manuscript review and help make the filing process easier.
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August 17, 2026

Reconnecting Our Community 

Initially developed as a joint collaboration between the Graduate Division and the Othering and Belonging Institute’s (OBI) for the Biological Sciences Division of L&S has now become a yearly tradition that has also been facilitated for the Neuroscience Department. By centering personal narrative sharing and facilitated dialogue over a shared meal, these events are designed to break down structural divides to foster psychological proximity, empathy, and a strong sense of departmental belonging. 
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August 15, 2026

UC Berkeley Professional Development Resources

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 7, 2026

Grad School Requirements and Test Scores

While many graduate application deadlines at UC Berkeley are not until December, the summer and early fall are great times to start planning your application journey. Crafting a standout application requires a clear understanding of what each program expects from its applicants.
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July 24, 2026

Required Prevention Trainings for New Graduate Students

Email sent to new students. 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.
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July 22, 2026

Understanding UC Berkeley Graduate Student Funding Disbursements

Knowledge of the funding disbursement process is key to managing finances as a graduate student at UC Berkeley. Understanding when and how your funds are released ensures you have the resources needed to succeed. Here’s what you need to know about UC Berkeley’s graduate student funding disbursements.
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July 15, 2026

Office for Graduate Diversity

Connect with the Office for Graduate Diversity! OGD provides programs, resources, and connections to support a thriving and inclusive educational experience for underrepresented students.
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July 8, 2026

Register for New Student Orientation

Learn about campus resources, attend workshops, and connect with fellow students. Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare for your Berkeley journey.
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May 30, 2026

Attend a Financial Aid Summer Webinar

The Financial Aid & Scholarships Office is excited to welcome you to UC Berkeley! FASO provides a comprehensive range of financial support services and resources to help manage the cost of your education.
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May 28, 2026

2026 Summer Writing Workshop Series for Graduate Students

The goal of this workshop series is to assist graduate students in becoming better writers. It follows the full arc of academic writing, beginning with note-taking and prewriting strategies and moving through the core units of composition (e.g., paragraphs and transitions, argumentation, source integration, and sentences), and then concluding with revision and voice. 
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May 16, 2026

Getting Started at UC Berkeley

Welcome to UC Berkeley! It is our job at the Graduate Division to support you. We’re excited to see what you’ll achieve!
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May 14, 2026

Basic Needs Updates for Grad Students

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. 
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May 14, 2026

Federal Financial Aid Updates for Grad Students

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, financial aid, and healthcare.
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May 12, 2026

Bridging Policy and Practice

Recently, the Graduate Division partnered with the Student’s Advocate Office to host a roundtable titled “Bridging Policy and Practice: Implementing Restorative Justice within Academic Policy.” Convened out of ongoing conversations about student needs, academic policy structures and campus climate, the event brought together staff, faculty, students and practitioners across UCB and UCSF.
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May 12, 2026

2026 Graduate Mentoring Awards

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.
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May 8, 2026

A Conversation on Mental Health and the Job Market

A GradPro panel brought together a psychologist, a career advisor, and a faculty member to talk honestly about stress, uncertainty, and staying grounded during a difficult job market. Earlier this month, graduate and professional students logged on for a conversation about the psychological toll of looking for a job. The innovative virtual event, “Mental Health…
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May 6, 2026

Thriving as a Graduate Student This Summer

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.
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April 30, 2026

Rally for California Science

Rally for Science with the UC community! On May 4, UC researchers, students, faculty, staff, and supporters will come together at the State Capitol in Sacramento for the Rally for California Science. This rally is to urge Governor Gavin Newsom to place the California Science and Health Research Bond (SB 895) on the 2026 ballot.…
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April 10, 2026

You’ve Got the Job, Now What?

You’ve spent months applying and interviewing for jobs, and now you’ve landed one. Congratulations! Before you accept the offer, negotiating is the last part of the job search process.

March 30, 2026

Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week

In recognition of the important contributions, impact, and value of our 13,000+ academic and professional graduate students at UC Berkeley, we are pleased to celebrate Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week March 30 – April 3, 2026.  
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March 18, 2026

Don’t Miss Grad Slam 2026!

Nine Berkeley semi-finalists have been selected to present their three-minute talk in-person at the campuswide competition on Wednesday, April 8, 3:00–5:30 p.m. in Banatao Auditorium.
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March 17, 2026

Tips for Navigating the Bay Area Rental Market

One of the first challenges facing new Cal students is finding a place to call home, whether on- or off-campus. Cal Housing has some tips and suggestions that can help with your search.
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March 16, 2026

Celebrate Mentorship at Cal for 2026!

These outstanding faculty and graduate students will be honored on Wednesday, April 16 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Alumni House, Toll Room. We hope you will join us to recognize their accomplishments. 
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February 25, 2026

Navigating the Changing Job Market with May Wilson

In this companion piece, GradPro Professional Development Liaison Jonathan Landeros-Cisneros interviews Wilson to explore how employer expectations are changing, which emerging industries are seeking graduate-level talent, and what strategies students can use to position themselves effectively in this dynamic environment.

February 20, 2026

Gain Experience and Make Connections in the Publishing Industry

The Los Angeles Review of Books (LARB), the Townsend Center for the Humanities, and the Graduate Division are pleased to invite applications from Berkeley Ph.D. students in the humanities and humanistic social sciences to attend LARB’s summer publishing workshop. Berkeley Ph.D. students in the humanities and humanistic social sciences are invited to apply by March…
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February 18, 2026

GSI Center’s Workshops on Teaching Spring 2026

The GSI Center’s Workshops on Teaching for GSIs cover a wide variety of topics related to university teaching and the GSI experience. The purpose of the series is to offer GSIs, and other graduate students interested in teaching, opportunities for hands-on learning and practical discussion about pedagogy.

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