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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.  
Logo for Grad Slam 2026 featuring a stylized microphone and text "Grad Slam 2026." Below, it says "UC Berkeley Graduate Division" on a gradient blue and purple background.

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.
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March 17, 2026

Tips for Navigating the Bay Area Rental Market

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.
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March 16, 2026

Celebrate Mentorship at Cal for 2026!

These outstanding faculty and graduate students will be honored on Wednesday, April 16 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Alumni House, Toll Room. We hope you will join us to recognize their accomplishments. 
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February 25, 2026

Navigating the Changing Job Market with May Wilson

In this companion piece, GradPro Professional Development Liaison Jonathan Landeros-Cisneros interviews Wilson to explore how employer expectations are changing, which emerging industries are seeking graduate-level talent, and what strategies students can use to position themselves effectively in this dynamic environment.

February 20, 2026

Gain Experience and Make Connections in the Publishing Industry

The Los Angeles Review of Books (LARB), the Townsend Center for the Humanities, and the Graduate Division are pleased to invite applications from Berkeley Ph.D. students in the humanities and humanistic social sciences to attend LARB’s summer publishing workshop…
Class room of newly admitted graduate students. All of which are sitting at a desk talking with an instructor

February 18, 2026

GSI Center’s Workshops on Teaching Spring 2026

The GSI Center’s Workshops on Teaching for GSIs cover a wide variety of topics related to university teaching and the GSI experience. The purpose of the series is to offer GSIs, and other graduate students interested in teaching, opportunities for hands-on learning and practical discussion about pedagogy.
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January 30, 2026

Influenza (“Flu”) Season is still Here!

It’s Not too Late to Get the Flu Shot Classes are starting back up in the middle of our influenza season, and you will likely notice people around you coughing and sneezing.  A newly emerged influenza A virus strain, H3N2 subclade…
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January 22, 2026

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.

January 8, 2026

Getting Started with Internships in Graduate School

This article distills the take-away advice from a recent GradPro panel featuring Berkeley graduate students and alumni who have successfully completed internships. Whether you want to learn what  internship opportunities are available to graduate students, prepare for interviews, or learn how to maximize your internship experience, the insights of the panelists can help.