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UC Berkeley’s New Graduate Student Orientation (NGSO) will take place virtually on August 19 & 20 and in-person on August 27.
On August 27, in person workshops, lunch and a resource fair will be held in Dwinelle Hall and Plaza respectively from 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Below you can find the schedule for the day. While registration for individual in-person sessions is not required, we encourage you to register for the day (opens in a new tab) so we can properly welcome you!
Did you register for virtual NGSO sessions, happening August 19 & 20? If not, take a look at the schedule and register for each session that interests you.
Register for In-Person NGSO on August 27 (opens in a new tab)August 27: In Person NGSO
| Session Time | Session Title | Session Location | Session Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session Time9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Session Title UAW 4811 New Worker Orientation | Session LocationDWIN 155 (level D) | Session DescriptionRequired orientation for all new GSIs, ASEs |
| Session Time9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Session Title Graduate Student Wellness and Mental Health | Session LocationDWIN 145 (level D) | Session DescriptionThis presentation will address a number of issues including: transitioning into Cal, wellness, life balance, stress & resilience, Imposter concerns, diversity & community, building relationships with your advisor, and mindfulness. Learn about the services you can access through the GA Wellness Center and how to access counseling and psychiatric services. |
| Session Time9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Session Title The Graduate Assembly: UC Berkeley's Graduate Student Government | Session LocationDWIN 88 (level C) | Session DescriptionThe GA's main thrusts are grad student funding/resources, well-being, and advocacy. In this talk, we'll discuss current projects/initiatives, spaces and resources the GA provides, and the roles that you can play in shaping the graduate student experience at Berkeley. |
| Session Time9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Session Title Navigating Cal: As a Graduate Student from a Chicanx Latinx Perspective | Session LocationDWIN 229 (level E) | Session DescriptionThis workshop will discuss how to navigate Cal from Chicanx Latinx identities. Chicanx Latinx graduate students and admin will speak of their experiences as well as spaces and resources they used to create comunidad and address challenges along their journey. |
| Session Time10:40 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. | Session Title The University Library: Your Partner in Research and Teaching | Session LocationDWIN 155 (level D) | Session DescriptionThe UC Berkeley Libraries comprise one of the largest academic libraries in the United States, with unique collections that attract researchers from around the world. Learn how the Library’s collections and services can save you time and boost your research to the next level. |
| Session Time10:40 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. | Session Title Learning to Embrace Failure (mistakes!) for Greater Success in Graduate School | Session LocationDWIN 145 (level D) | Session DescriptionIn this talk we will discuss how "failure" is a normal process of becoming a professional / academician, honoring this process rather than feeling shame, using your curiosity and creativity to expand your knowledge and productive ways to deal with "failure". |
| Session Time10:40 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. | Session Title Grad CalFresh Clinic | Session LocationDWIN 88 (level C) | Session DescriptionWant to submit a new CalFresh Application or have questions about a current application? Come join the Basic Needs Center team for our Grad CalFresh group Clinic! We can support with the CalFresh Application process! |
| Session Time10:40 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. | Session Title Key Strategies for Navigating UC Berkeley as a Graduate Student Parent | Session LocationDWIN 109 (level D) | Session DescriptionPlease join staff from the Student Parent Center for a presentation about key resources and strategies, to help you navigate campus as a graduate student parent. |
| Session Time10:40 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. | Session Title Immigration & Employment Essentials for International Students | Session LocationDWIN 229 (level E) | Session DescriptionBerkeley International Office will explain the basics of F-1 and J-1 immigration status, including on and off-campus employment options |
| Session Time11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Session Title Lunch | Session LocationDwinelle Plaza | Session Description |
| Session Time12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Session Title Resource Fair | Session LocationDwinelle Plaza | Session Description |
| Session Time1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Session Title Cultivating a Respectful Graduate Community: Sexual violence and harassment prevention education for graduate and professional students | Session LocationDWIN 155 (level D) | Session DescriptionThe 60 min training on sexual violence and sexual harassment prevention is a required education opportunity that all new graduate students must complete. This training will cover topics such as: the definitions and impact of sexual violence, being an active bystander, how to challenge unhealthy social norms that normalize violence, how to support a friend or colleague impacted by violence or harm, as well as the resources, rights, and options for those impacted by SVSH. |
| Session Time1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Session Title University Health Services and Student Health Insurance Plan Overview | Session LocationDWIN 145 (level D) | Session DescriptionOverview of the medical, mental health and health promotion services at University Health Services as well as an overview of the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) |
| Session Time1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Session Title Funding your Graduate Education | Session LocationDWIN 88 (level C) | Session DescriptionThis is a combined overview of funding from the Financial Aid Office and The Graduate Division Funding Team. Topics that will be covered; Loans, Work Study, How to look for an Academic Appointment and how to Search for outside funding, and a Q and A portion. |
| Session Time1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Session Title Innovation & Entrepreneurship Opportunities at UC Berkeley | Session LocationDWIN 229 (level E) | Session DescriptionPlease join us for a curated introduction to the many innovation and entrepreneurship resources available to you at UC Berkeley. |
| Session Time1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Session Title Navigating UC Berkeley as a Black Graduate Student | Session LocationDWIN 109 (level D) | Session DescriptionThe session will highlight resources, program and opportunities available for Black Grad students as well as build community and share various ways to engage with the Black community on campus. |
| Session Time2:10 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. | Session Title Cultivating a Respectful Graduate Community: Sexual violence and harassment prevention education for graduate and professional students | Session LocationDWIN 155 (level D) | Session DescriptionThe 60 min training on sexual violence and sexual harassment prevention is a required education opportunity that all new graduate students must complete. This training will cover topics such as: the definitions and impact of sexual violence, being an active bystander, how to challenge unhealthy social norms that normalize violence, how to support a friend or colleague impacted by violence or harm, as well as the resources, rights, and options for those impacted by SVSH. |
| Session Time2:10 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. | Session Title Wellness, Recreation, and Play | Session LocationDWIN 145 (level D) | Session DescriptionCome hear from RecWell, Athletics, and CalPerformances about various events occurring throughout campus and how to get involved! |
| Session Time2:10 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. | Session Title ITIN Drop-off Event | Session LocationDWIN 88 (level C) | Session DescriptionThis event is for incoming graduate students, who are receiving UCB funding, to be able to submit all of their required documents to apply for an Identification Tax Identificaiton Number (ITIN). |
| Session Time2:10 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. | Session Title Undocumented Graduate Students Community Welcome and Orientation | Session LocationDWIN 229 (level E) | Session DescriptionArray of information and resources for all incoming and current undocumented graduate students! We will be joined by current students who will also share words of wisdom. Light refreshments will be provided. |
| Session Time2:10 p.m. - 3:10 p.m. | Session Title GenEq: Your campus gender & sexuality resource center | Session LocationDWIN 109 (level D) | Session DescriptionLearn about the Gender Equity Resource Center and campus resources focused on gender and sexuality. Meet staff and current graduate students to hear about upcoming community building events, local resources, and more. |
| Session Time3:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Session Title Remarks from the Dean | Session LocationDWIN 155 (level D) | Session DescriptionThank you so much for joining us for New Graduate Student Orientation 2024. We'd like to invite you to meet with Lisa García Bedolla, Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Division. |