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The UCSB Graduate Division is currently accepting applications for its Funding Peer Advisor position to begin employment in Summer 2019. The Funding Peer educates and advises UCSB’s graduate students about internal and external funding opportunities as well as personal finance matters. The position runs through the 2019-20 academic year and is renewable for subsequent years. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by Friday, July 12.

How do you distill your entire academic and professional career into one document? You may be the best candidate for a job, but if you do not have a well-organized C.V., then you're likely to get lost in the application pile. Come to this workshop on July 9th and learn what the major sections of a C.V. include and how to tailor your C.V. to specific positions.

The Center for Science and Engineering Partnerships (CSEP) is hosting the last two parts of a 4-part series of mentor training workshops open to anyone who will be mentoring this summer and wanting to grow and develop their mentoring skills. Read on for more info and to RSVP.

Be sure to check out upcoming events and workshops from the Graduate Student Resource Center. From learning about academic job market writing, to updating your resume, to hearing from your fellow grad students at a Lunch & Learn, we hope you'll join us for ​our lineup of ​summer programming.

Considering your career options, including an academic career that emphasizes both teaching and research? Interested in staying in California? Please join UC Santa Barbara's Graduate Division for a panel discussion with California State University (CSU) faculty, and learn about the life of a professor at these campuses. Read on for more info!

The Graduate Simulation Seminar Series (GS^3) is back for summer 2019! They are offering a 10-week seminar program, culminating in a keynote speaker event in week 11. These seminars feature talks from a diverse set of graduate students and/or postdocs who use simulation in their research, representing a wide swath of academic disciplines across UCSB. Read on for more info.

Have you been meaning to update your resume but don't have the time? Do you want to learn how to stand out from the crowd? If you are looking to pursue career opportunities outside of academia, your resume is your ticket into that world. ​​Come to this workshop to learn tips and techniques that will help you craft and strategically target your resume. Pizza will be provided!

Arguably the most important document when applying for any academic job is the cover letter. To kick off the Academic Job Market Writing Success Series, we will begin with cover letters: what they are, what they look like, and how to write them for the job that you are applying for. Participants will learn what the major sections of a cover letter entail and how to tailor a cover letter to specific positions.

Located on the first floor of the Student Resource Building (Room 1215), the GSRC is the primary resource for graduate students at UCSB for career and professional development support. We offer a variety of workshops and events, individual advising, and referrals to other campus resources that serve graduate students.

There is currently a surge in the number of phone scams happening. Because international students may not be familiar with U.S. government agencies, you may be vulnerable. Callers may pretend to be immigration agents or law enforcement officers. Do not be pressured by callers, stay calm, and protect yourself and your information. Read on for more info and to learn how to protect yourself!

Find out how you can attend Commencement in person or watch the event online this Friday, June 14! Please also note that the Graduate Division offices will close at 11 a.m. on Friday to accommodate.

The Academic Senate is now accepting applications for the 2019-20 Doctoral Student Travel Grant. The grants are awarded to eligible students on a first-come, first-served basis each fiscal year. Applicants must be doctoral students and have advanced to candidacy, or if Master of Fine Arts students, must be in their second year and be in candidacy prior to travel. Read on for details!

The Disabled Students Program (DSP) is your resource for services related to academic accommodations due to a temporary or permanent disability. Read on for more information about this valuable resource and to learn how DSP can help you achieve your goals as a graduate student at UCSB.

Having a hard time staying motivated through the summer? UCSB students have free access to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD), an independent professional development, training, and mentoring community. Membership provides several forms of professional support - find out more here!

UCSB Counseling & Psychological Services is currently accepting applications for its ​Graduate Student Mental Health Peer Intern position, to begin employment in Fall 2019 and run through Spring quarter 2020. This position will provide valuable experience working in ​higher-ed administration and the opportunity to assist with program development and promotion. The application deadline is Tuesday, June 18. Read on for more info and to apply!