NGSO 2022

Bears for Financial Success Budgeting Workshop

This workshop will get you thinking about your relationship to money and your current money habits. You will also learn how to balance your income and expenses and ways to reduce costs in order to save money. Register for this session.

Native@Cal

Attend this session for an overview of the American Indian Graduate Program’s (AIGP) Fall programming for incoming graduate students. This will be an opportunity to learn about the new a new space for URM graduate students – the Inclusive Excellence Hub, Office for Graduate Diversity resources, meet current AIGP students,…

The Graduate Assembly: UC Berkeley’s Graduate Student Government

An introduction to the Graduate Assembly (UC Berkeley’s graduate student government), including who we are, what we do, resources and financial support that graduate students can use, and how graduate students can get involved. Register for this session. 

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 with all current and incoming undocumented graduate students. This event is offered In-person in Sproul Hall #309 or via live stream. Refreshments and appetizers will be provided for those who…

What the Tech: How to Access Technology

Student Technology Services (STS) is a campus department that ensures all students have access to technology resources and support. In this presentation, we will walk through some of the most helpful technology tools for new students including how to access internet, printing, hardware/software, google tools, security, tech support and more.

Resources for Student Parents

Approximately 1 in 10 graduate and professional students are parents or caregivers. Come learn about resources and options for student parents. Register for this session. 

Academic Writing

Develop the academic and professional skills necessary for the successful completion of graduate programs: academic, grant, dissertation, and professional writing, editing, and preparing articles for publications. Learn about the many workshops offered to graduate students. Join this session.  This session will not be recorded.

Getting the Mentoring You Need

Gain insight into establishing and working within the context of mentoring relationships with faculty. Learn strategies and skills for mentoring undergraduates at Berkeley and in your future career. Join this session.  This session will not be recorded.

Welcome Session

Welcome session featuring a message from Chancellor Christ; remarks from Professor Lisa Garcia Bedolla, Vice Provost for Graduate Studies, and Lucy Andrews, Graduate Assembly President; and a Faculty Keynote by Mark Sandberg, Professor of Film & Media and Scandinavian Studies. Register for this session. 

Grad CalFresh Clinic

Grad school can be expensive! Come learn how CalFresh can help you stretch your budget by providing money for groceries. Our team will be available to help pre-screen and provide CalFresh application support! Register for this session.

Navigating Cal from a Chicanx Latinx Perspective

¡Bienvenidos a Cal! This session will be presented by UC Berkeley graduate student board members of the Graduate Association of Latinx Students (GALS). GALS is a student organization that seeks to address the social, political, academic, cultural, and educational issues and concerns that affect the Latinx graduate and…

UAW 2865 Orientation

Our union represents all academic student employees when they work as graduate student instructors, readers, and tutors. Come to this orientation and learn about your rights when you work and how we collectively better our working conditions! Register for this session.

University Health Services Overview

Did you know? All currently-enrolled UC Berkeley students can use UHS medical services just as they would their regular doctor’s office and urgent care center, regardless of insurance. Come learn more about the high-quality, convenient care offered right on campus, as well as virtual and remote options. For those on…

Failing for Success in Graduate School

Failure is a part of life. In fact the pursuit of knowledge is based on the failings of others. Being resilience and learning from failure in graduate school is key to thriving. In this talk we will discuss how failure is a normal process of becoming a professional / academician,…

Graduate Student Wellness and Mental Health

This presentation will address a number of issues particularly relevant to graduate and professional students including: transitioning into Cal, wellness, life balance, stress & resilience, Imposter Syndrome, diversity & community, and mindfulness. Learn about the services you can access through the GA Wellness Center and how to can access counseling…

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 of the resources, opportunities for involvement on campus we offer to ensure prospective and current graduate students historically excluded from academia are connected and set up for success at Cal!…

Student Legal Services: Informational Session

An overview of Student Legal Services, and how it may be helpful to students. We’ll discuss of the most common legal issues encountered by students, and offer Q&A. Register for this session. This session will not be recorded.

Graduate Peer Support Providers

We will provide an overview of the Graduate Peer Support Provider (PSP) Program. PSPs meet one-on-one with graduate students at UC Berkeley to provide assistance in navigating the complex processes related to mental health, basic needs, and academia. As graduate students themselves, PSP’s provide support to their peers through understanding,…