Register for New Student Orientation Email sent to students on July 11, 2924: Learn about campus resources, attend workshops, and connect with fellow students. Don't miss this opportunity to prepare for your Berkeley journey.
NGSO Virtual Schedule and Registration Register for UC Berkeley’s virtual New Graduate Student Orientation (NGSO) on August 19 & 20, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. P.S.T. each day.
NGSO In-Person Schedule and Registration Register for UC Berkeley’s in-person New Graduate Student Orientation (NGSO) on August 27, from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Celebrating Our GSI Award Recipients and Their Faculty Mentors! These awards, sponsored by the Graduate Division’s GSI Teaching & Resource Center and the Graduate Council’s Advisory Committee for GSI Affairs, acknowledge the outstanding contributions that GSIs make to the educational mission of the University.
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.
BNC Food Resources this Summer With school not in session, the summer months can be difficult for students to find and utilize available resources. That’s why the Basic Needs Center has compiled a list of resources for students who need food support this summer:
Tips and Resources for a Successful Summer of Dissertation Writing For those hoping not to enter another summer with lofty plans, only to blink and find ourselves in August disappointed with our progress, we’ve compiled some tips and resources that can help.
Funding your UC Berkeley experience Email sent to students on June 6, 2024: Financial resources for your graduate journey. Explore the options available to support your graduate experience.
Upcoming Office Hour Events for Prospective Graduate Students The graduate application process can be daunting – from simply starting the process to the specific requirements needed to apply, a little guidance goes a long way. That’s why our Graduate Admissions Team has coordinated two virtual office hours to aid in the journey to applying!
Navigating the Housing Search With serene nature, a bustling atmosphere, and close proximity to the Bay, Berkeley is a lively and beautiful city with much to offer residents. However, finding housing in such a high-demand environment can be tricky – without the proper resources or knowledge, the search becomes quite an uphill battle.
Congratulations – you made it! Dear Graduate Student Community, What a year it has been! As I write this, commencement ceremonies are happening all over campus. It…
2024 Leadership in Graduate Diversity Award Recipients Launched in 2022, The UC Berkeley Leadership in Graduate Diversity Awards aims to shed light on and award graduate students who have demonstrated stellar contributions to advancing the graduate and professional underrepresented minority (URM) student community.
Science at Cal to Roll Out Summer Science Communication Series Join Science at Cal for one or all sessions of this four-part series where you'll learn the ins and outs of science communication.
Essential Summer Reading for Graduate Students For many graduate students, the summer months are an important time for self-directed reading and other tasks that have taken a backseat over the fall and spring semesters. Regardless of your stage in your graduate program, consider adding one or two books to your summer reading list this year that will help advance your professional development goals.
Finding a Place to Live Email sent to students on May 10, 2024: Choosing where to live during your time at UC Berkeley is one of the most important and time-sensitive decisions for graduate school preparation. If you haven't secured housing yet, we're here to help you find the best option.
2024 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.
Operation Lollipop As the academic year comes to a close, thesis and dissertation filings start flowing in and our staff begins mailing the infamous…
Apply for the Future of Higher Education Postdoc Program The UC Berkeley Future of Higher Education (FHE) Postdoctoral Fellowship Program seeks applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Fellowship program from scholars in…
Gabriel Trujillo Memorial Field Work Scholarship Established in 2024, the Gabriel Trujillo Field Work Scholarship at UC Berkeley was created by the Graduate Assembly.
Tips for Finding Housing in Berkeley 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.