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Join Graduate Career Counselor Lana Smith-Hale and Graduate Writing Specialist Robby Nadler for a special workshop on entering the academic job market! You'll get an overview of the academic hiring process as well as information on how to search for academic jobs, what materials you will need to prepare for applications, and how to develop a realistic time frame. Sign up today!

On May 23, join Instructional Development for a workshop on crafting your teaching philosophy statement. As a participant in this workshop, you will work through a series of exercises to help you reflect on your teaching, and by workshop end you will have a draft outline of your teaching. Space is limited, so sign up today!

This workshop on May 22 will teach participants what the various modes of revision are. From there, it will explore assorted comments students receive on their writing and connect those comments to the appropriate mode of revision. Finally, we will present strategies and exercises for how to engage each type of revision so that students can hone their revision skills. RSVP today!

On May 21, join Instructional Development for a workshop on using mobile technology during sections. The session will give suggestions for some great classroom games and apps, and also cover how to manage student behavior regarding mobile technology use during class. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Find out the difference between fellowships and grants, the timing of when and how to apply, and how to access money to fund you, your program, or your project. Each are beneficial in different ways throughout your academic journey and development. Join us for this May 21 workshop to learn the ins and outs!

Are there types of Health & Wellness events or programs that would be beneficial to you as a graduate student at UCSB? The Graduate Health & Wellness Program is trying to gauge graduate student interest in different kinds of events and workshops with a survey! The survey is quick and takes less than 5 minutes to complete. Deadline is May 15, 2019.

Learn how to mentor undergraduates at today's (Monday, May 6) URCA Week Undergraduate Research Panels in the UCSB Library Room 1312. All panels are FREE and open to grad students interested in finding out more about supporting excellence in mentorship. Read on for details and information about events throughout the week!

Dreamers and recipients of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) protections, including the thousands who currently attend or have graduated from the University of California, have grown up in this country. This is their home. Join the University of California in asking Congress to pass this critical legislation - read on for more info!

Come learn about the Individualized Professional​ Skills (IPS) Grant Program at ​our ​​May ​1​7 Meet & Eat! ​You'll hear from Tayyebeh Bakhshi (​PhD student in Chemistry and Biochemistry) and Melissa Hingorani (PhD student in Psychological and Brain Sciences) about their professional development experiences funded by the IPS ​grant.

The IEE Apprentice Researchers program is seeking graduate students in science and engineering research laboratories at UCSB to work with a highly motivated local high school student for 6-weeks this summer. This is a unique paid experience for graduate students to hone their skills in project development, management, and teaching. Read on for more info!

​Head to the GSA Rejuvenation Station at the GSA Lounge for ​a Yogurt and Yoga event with a certified yoga instructor. Let go of stress in this beautiful, candle-lit environment. All levels welcome, no prior experience necessary. Some yoga mats will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Read on for more info!

On May 17, join Instructional Development for a workshop on instructional video tools. Get creative with video assignments and short tutorials for your classes at this overview of the tools available to TAs and students at UCSB. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Next week, UCSB will send its 2019 Grad Slam champion, ​George Degen from Chemical Engineering, up to San Fransisco to compete against 9 other UC finalists ​in the 5th annual UC systemwide Grad Slam tournament on Friday, May 10. Find out how you can tune in and vote for George in the People's Choice competition!

Question: What do the vast majority of UCSB's GRFP winners have in common? Answer: Over 90% participated in the GRFP Success Series. Improve your chances of winning by attending our writing sample workshop that breaks down the underlying features within winning applications so that you can then apply those strategies to your own application.

If you are considering entering the job market any time soon, a complete and compelling LinkedIn profile is a must-have. Additionally, Versatile Ph.D. is one of the premier resources for graduate students to find out what career options are available to them after grad school. Join our May 16 workshop on using LinkedIn and Versatile PhD as powerful tools for your non-academic career search!