Blog

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 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.
UC Berkeley Campus

December 10, 2025

Food, Housing, and Healthcare: Updates for Grad Students

As the year ends, 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.
Students studying in the Bancroft Library

December 9, 2025

Making the Most of Your Winter Break for Professional Development

Winter break is finally here—a chance to take a breather after a hectic semester. But it can also be a strategic moment to invest in your professional growth. Without the usual demands of classes, research, or teaching, you have the space to think about your next steps, build new skills, and refocus on your career goals. Here’s how to make the most of your time off.
student studying at the inclusive excellence hub

December 4, 2025

Three Tips for Establishing a Daily Writing Routine

Students often single out finding time to write as one of the key time-management challenges of graduate school. With the various responsibilities of being a graduate student, including teaching, seminars, and conferences, writing can often fall by the wayside. A key strategy for combating resistance to writing is learning how to establish a daily writing routine.
UC Berkeley campus view

November 20, 2025

Hurricane Melissa Support for Students

We recognize that, in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, there are students who are still navigating its impact on their lives.  We are reaching out with assistance during this difficult period.
Students studying in the Bancroft Library

November 20, 2025

Support for CalFresh Delays

SNAP/CalFresh distribution was delayed this month. If your financial situation has been affected by this delay, here are some resources you can access.
female student in white shirt smiling at another student in blue shirt while sitting at a table during a conference

November 20, 2025

Looking for Work? Why You Need a Handshake Account!

In recent years, graduate students have found themselves navigating a dynamic job market that can make exploring and preparing for careers challenging. Handshake is a key tool that graduate students can use to ease this process.
Jaquesta Adams standing side by side to her research on oxytocin

November 10, 2025

Develop Your Presentation Skills through Grad Slam!

Jaquesta Adams, a fifth-year PhD candidate in chemistry, became Berkeley's 2025 Grad Slam Champion for her presentation "Illuminating Oxytocin: How Nanosensors ‘Listen In’ On the Brain’s Chemical Conversations."
Lisa Garcia Bedolla headshot for spring 2025

October 29, 2025

With Pride and Gratitude

Like many of you, I’ve felt the pace and intensity of this moment—and I want to pause to acknowledge your dedication, perseverance, and the incredible spirit you bring to our community. In the midst of everything, our shared commitment to knowledge, integrity, and the public good continues to shine.