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June 8, 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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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 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…
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May 5, 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…
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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.