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Kicking Off the Year Right

This academic year, new and returning graduate students were welcomed back to campus with a plethora of fun and informative events.
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Weekly Office Hours; Hanging with the AVP

Hanging with the AVP, will kick off on September 25. This weekly event will be held every Wednesday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Inclusive Excellence Hub (2515 Channing Way).

NGSO 2024 Presentations

We are so glad to have seen so many of you at Virtual and In-Person NGSO. If you missed a session, explore our compilation of presentation decks.
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An extraordinary time

As we begin a new academic year, I want to extend a warm welcome to our new students and a heartfelt welcome back to our returning students. We are thrilled to have you as part of our vibrant community.
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Receive Funds Faster

What’s the fastest way to receive your stipend or financial aid refund? By direct deposit to your US bank account! If you are expecting a stipend or financial aid refund and have not signed up for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) to receive your funds via direct electronic deposit…
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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.
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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:
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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! 
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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.
graduate division dean speaking with a graduate student

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 is always a moving time for me to see many of you celebrate how much you have accomplished. This is truly a…

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.