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Do you know what a diversity statement is? How does diversity fit into your academic goals? This workshop on August 13th will explore diversity statements: what they are, what they look like, and how to make yours relevant to who you are. Join us and learn how to write about yourself, your research, and your teaching in relation to diversity!

UCSB offers a host of resources to support graduate students in accessing basic needs such as food, housing, and overall wellness. Read on to find out more!

The UC Santa Barbara Department of Music will present the fourth annual UCSB Summer Music Festival on Saturday, August 10, and Sunday, August 11, 2019, on the UCSB campus. Admission to all events is free. Reservations are not available. Seating is first-come, first-served. Read on for more info!

Graduate students at UCR are starting a professional development program for graduate students of diverse departments. Through the development of digital programming, interpretive installations, and public pedagogy, the program will bridge the gap between theory and praxis and allow students to enter the job market as competitive candidates. Find out more and apply today! Deadline extended to August 1.

You're invited to a graduate student mixer with first-generation students to discuss challenges and strategies for thriving in academia. Topics such as family achievement guilt, imposter syndrome, microaggressions, working with mentors, self-care strategies, and building community will be discussed. This event is for graduate students only. Dinner will be provided!

If you are planning to apply for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program for the 2020-21 grant cycle or want to learn more about the program, join us for an information session on August 7. This session will cover types of grants, the components of a Fulbright application, tips for putting together the best Fulbright application possible, and the campus interview process.

The Graduate Division is pleased to announce the ​winners of two awards ​honoring graduate students who have distinguished themselves in the area of undergraduate research supervision: Thomas (Alex) Johnson, Eric Jones, Nicholas Sherck, Monica Cornejo, Avi McClelland-Cohen, and Mallory Melton. Read on to find out more about our awardees!

Stressed out by your summer writing goals? Health & Wellness has just the thing! Come to a fun and interactive workshop on Thursday, July 25, and learn techniques for managing stress and incorporating mindfulness into your daily life. Read on for more info!

The UCSB Transfer Student Center seeks one 50% time Graduate Student Program Assistant for a center dedicated to supporting the success of current and future transfer students. The position involves mentoring undergraduate transfer students, assisting in the development and promotion of the Center, and participating in special projects to enhance transfer student success. Application deadline has been extended to August 14th, 2019.

Are you in the middle stages of your dissertation and running into roadblocks? Do you need some new strategies and habits to help you finish up? Then apply for the second session of the 2019 Dissertation Write-In! The application deadline is Monday, August 5.

UC Santa Barbara division of undergraduate education is seeking a graduate student assistant to work at the Center for Innovative Teaching, Research, and Learning (CITRAL). The research assistant will work closely with the CITRAL team on implementation of ECoach at UC Santa Barbara during the 2019-20 academic year. Application deadline is August 2. Read on for more info!

RocDocs: Post-Doctoral Career Advancement Program at the University of Rochester is a two-day program that serves as a career advancement opportunity for graduate students nearing the completion of their studies and early career postdoctoral scholars—particularly scholars from underrepresented groups in STEM. Applications are due on August 5, 2019. Read on for more info and to apply!

You have convinced the hiring committee that you are a strong candidate for your dream job through a polished cover letter and C.V. But what about the core of your scholarship? Where do you see your research in five years? This workshop on July 30th will explore the research statement and the five-year plan: what they are, what they look like, and which one is right for you.

The Las Cumbres Observatory (LCO), a non-profit science organization in Goleta, has organized a free Astronomy Talk on Wednesday, July 17th, at 7pm. ​This will be a public talk by 2011 Nobel Laureate Professor Adam Riess of Johns Hopkins University, who will be speaking on "Supernovae and the Discovery of the Accelerating Universe." Read on for more info!

Do you ever find yourself procrastinating on big, important tasks out of fear? Read on for tips from the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD), an independent professional development, training, and mentoring community. Membership (free for UCSB students!) provides several forms of professional support to help combat common problems academics face - find out more here.