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Summer Fun in the Bay Area!

You worked hard last semester; now it's time to relax and explore the exciting activities in and around the Bay Area. Whether you're looking for festivals, hiking, or family-oriented fun, the summer offers myriad possibilities!

“Spring into Fitness” with UC Berkeley

Who’s ready to spring into fitness this year!? UC Berkeley is challenging the campus to a remix workout – the UC Berkeley — Under Armour fitness challenge – from January 25 to February 23, 2019. Complete each challenge tier and you could be eligible to win a…

Salsa Dancing for Graduate Students!

Interested in dancing Salsa or Bachata? Looking to connect with fellow graduate students? Check out our Facebook page, Salsa at Cal-Graduate Division, a new group for Cal Graduate students and alumni interested in learning Latin social dances. All levels are welcome. We will be posting information on…

Littlest Bear 5K Run/Walk — 7/26/2018

Lace up your tennis shoes for the I School Virtual 5K Run/Walk! This summer, Berkeley I School is taking exercise virtual with the “Littlest Bear” Virtual 5K Run/Walk for the I School community. Anyone can participate and when you register for the 5K you will receive a very limited edition athletic T-shirt,…

Cal vs. Stanford Night with the Oakland Athletics — 9/19/2018

Wednesday, September 19 — Oakland Athletics vs. Los Angeles Angels | 7:05 p.m. Join the Oakland Athletics for Cal Night on Wednesday, September 19, when the A’s take on the Los Angeles Angels! Grab your tickets soon to secure your limited edition A’s Cal Hat and rep your school so…

Don’t Miss the Redwood Grove Summer Concert Series

Diana Gameros Alejandro Y Maria Laura The University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley announced its annual Redwood Grove Summer Concert Series. This year, as part of the Stand for the Redwoods celebration of 100 years of redwood forest protection, the Save the Redwoods League is…

4th Annual Bay Area Book Festival — 4/28 – 4/29/2018

Saturday – Sunday, April 28 – 29, 2018 10 am to 6 pm Downtown Berkeley, CA Berkeley Arts + Design is a proud sponsor of this year’s 4th Annual Bay Area Book Festival, sponsoring panels that include internationally celebrated authors and public figures, many of whom are also…

DIY Couture Fashion Lab — 2/23/2018

DIY Couture Fashion Lab with Angie Wilson Friday, February 23, from 12 – 6 pm Dwinelle Annex, Room 126, UC Berkeley No sewing skills needed! Used garments will be redesigned and reconstructed into fashion masterpieces: shirts, pants, jackets, dresses, bags, etc. Students will have the option to…

Caltopia — 8/20 – 8/21/2017

Caltopia – the largest college lifestyle event in the nation – will be held on the UC Berkeley campus next week. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the two-day interactive festival will introduce 30,000+ Cal students to more than diverse brands aligned with the Cal lifestyle. Sunday, August 20, 10am…

UCBe: A Berkeleyan

Learn about the unique arts, cultural, and culinary experiences available around Berkeley.

New from Rec Sports!

​Learn more about Berkeley Rec Sports and their new initiatives for the Fall!​

Movie Matinees for all Ages

Rediscover the pleasures of a Saturday at the movies and introduce your family to film classics on the big screen. Upcoming films in this ongoing series include Jacques Tati’s hilarious classic M. Hulot’s Holiday, Hayao Miyazaki’s beloved Ponyo, and North by Northwest for budding Hitchcock fans.

59th San Francisco International Film Festival at BAMPFA

April 22 – May 5, 2016 BAMPFA is the exclusive East Bay venue for the San Francisco International Film Festival, the longest-running film festival in the Americas. Held each spring for two weeks, SFIFF is an extraordinary showcase of cinematic discovery and innovation. Expect filmmakers and other special guests in person. For…
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Spring Break on a Budget

Spring break is right around the corner, but you don't need to break the bank to have a memorable vacation!

Meet Fellow Grad Students at these Graduate Assembly Events

Graduate Students of Color Study Hall Hosted by the Graduate Minority Student Project December 11, 2015, 9 – 6 pm, Christian Hall https://www.facebook.com/UCB.GMSP/ Be productive with hot coffee and free food. De-Stress Meditation Series Hosted by the Graduate Student Wellness Project December…