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The Coastal Fund seeks to provide the financial impetus for research, restoration, preservation, access and educational projects in order to preserve and enhance the ecological integrity of the coastal habitats at the University. Applications due in October and November depending on amount of funding needed.

De-stress as you learn how to paint while meeting other grads! As part of their ongoing graduate student programming, Health & Wellness has invited The Painted Cabernet to UCSB on October 17 and it is FREE for grad students. All materials provided! Space is limited to 20 Painters, and early registration is recommended to secure your spot.

Join the co-directors of the UCSB Individualized Professional Skills (IPS) program for an info session on Thursday, October 17, to learn more about how you can apply for grant money to support external professional development opportunities.

On October 8, join Instructional Development for a workshop on how to facilitate active learning in the classroom. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Are you a STEM Graduate Student interested in teaching at a university, research, and mentoring? Then, this paid summer teaching opportunity might be perfect for you! You get to work with and mentor highly motivated high school students who get to experience the rigor of taking a college-level class and being guided through the research project of your choice. Apply by October 18 to participate!

If you have specific questions related to your application, you won't want to miss this session! On October 14, you will be matched with a successful GRFP applicant. Please bring a copy of one of your materials (e.g., one of the statements) to be reviewed. Participation in this event is strictly by appointment, so please make sure to RSVP and indicate your availability.

Attention UCSB Graduate Students in STEM fields: Have you ever thought, "There ought to be a law that...?" Well, here is your chance to receive $1000 and a chance to engage with policymakers in Sacramento on why your proposal/research should become a law in the State of California. Apply by Thursday, October 24, 2019.

Are you a graduate student interested at the intersection of public policy, research, and mentorship? If so, then the Presidential GOLD Fellowship hosted by the UC Center Sacramento could be perfect for you. You get to spend Winter, Spring, or Summer 2020 in Sacramento engaging with policymakers on issues important to California and your research. Last date to apply is October 21, 2019!

UCSB is home to the Graduate Christian Fellowship, a non-denominational graduate student Bible study sponsored by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. The group holds a series of events throughout the academic year that all students are welcome to attend.

Wouldn’t it be great if you could ask someone who has received the NSF GRFP questions about the application process? Wouldn’t it be helpful to hear from someone about how their research gets funded and the various procedural business that accompanies being awarded the NSF GRFP? Now you can! Join us on October 10 and get your questions answered.

The UCSB Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity is pleased to invite you to participate in UCSB's second annual Out List! The Out List is a list of students, staff, and faculty who wish to publicly acknowledge and celebrate their affiliation with or support of UCSB queer and trans communities, supporting people of all genders and sexual orientations. Sign up by October 11 at 9am!

On October 2, join Instructional Development for a workshop on fostering belonging and community in the classroom. Space is limited, so sign up today!

On October 2, join Instructional Development for a workshop on teaching quantitative concepts. Space is limited, so sign up today!

The Graduate Division is excited to welcome our new ​​Diversity Peer Advisor, ​​Sam del Castillo. ​They will be working with staff and students all across campus to make UCSB's graduate student body even more diverse, representative, and ​supportive. Read on to find out more about ​​Sam!

The UCSB Individualized Professional Skills (IPS) program has now reopened for the 2019-20 academic year. Awards up to $1000 are granted to eligible graduate students and postdoctoral scholars who wish to individually tailor their career paths with outside professional development opportunities. Join us for an info session on October 17 to learn more!