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In this Q&A, UCSB art history scholar John Vincent (JV) Decemvirale talks about his research and his summer spent combining mentorship and advocacy as Juan Manuel Silverio's advisor on Hacer, Deshacer, y Rehacer, an insightful exhibition and panel discussion featuring paintings, drawings and other art experiences showcasing works from the Self Help Graphics & Art community arts center.

UCPath, the new system for Payroll, Academic Personnel, Timekeeping and Human Resources​, goes live at UCSB​ ​this Fall. UCPath replaces our current payroll system and will be available to all UCSB employees. Learn more about the benefits of UCPath, what this means for graduate student employees, and how to prepare for this new change.

A new United States Citizenship and Immigration Services policy puts UCSB international students at risk of being barred from entering the U.S. or even being deported for unintentional lapses in immigration status. Read here for more information and specific guidelines.

What does it take to create LGBTQIA+ communities that are healthy, supported, and powerful—both within and beyond academia? Envisioning LGBTQIA+ Wellbeing brings together graduate students and community practitioners to explore the future of the LGBTQIA+ community. Applications for both individual papers and complete panels are welcome. Deadline extended to October 12, 2018.

The Office of International Students & Scholars is currently searching for graduate students to serve as volunteers to help welcome the incoming class of international graduate students on Wednesday, September 19. Volunteers will sit at tables to answer questions and guide incoming students on acclimating to life at UCSB.

Introducing Profs at the Pub, an engaging, free speaker series featuring UCSB professors at Santa Barbara’s favorite watering holes. On Thursday, September 20, come hear Dean John Majewski's talk "Hamilton! The Musical as History" at Draughtsmen Aleworks. You won't want to miss it!

Graduate school can be stressful, which is why it's even more important than ever to develop healthy habits for self-care and wellness while you're here. Come learn about great campus resources to support your wellbeing at ​our annual Graduate Student Wellness Welcome! Stop by for FREE FOOD, fun activities, and lots of giveaways to help ​you start the new year off whole and healthy.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is currently accepting applications for the CPRIT TRIUMPH Postdoctoral Fellowship in Translational Cancer Research. This three-year fellowship aims to further develop talented PhD or MD/PhDs into successful clinical/translational research scientists. Remaining 2018 application due dates are September 30 and December 31.

The September Lunch & Learn will feature graduate students from Education and Materials! Enjoy free lunch and a chance to socialize with grads from across campus. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Find out the difference between fellowships and grants, why both are valuable, and which of the two can yield specific types of funding you need compared to just one source of income. Each are beneficial in different ways throughout your academic journey and development. Join us for this September 6 workshop to learn the ins and outs!

Come watch a special screening of the award-winning documentary Skid Row Marathon followed by a panel with filmmakers and cast members! Tickets for the on-campus showing this Sunday, August 26, are free for UCSB students with a student ID. No advance tickets required.

The Interdisciplinary Humanities Center seeks graduate and undergraduate students who are fluent in Spanish to serve as interpreters at elementary schools during the schools’ fall parent-teacher conferences. Application deadline is October 8, 2018.

If you are seeking fellowships, grants, awards or call-for-proposals (CFP) that can support your research, this COS Pivot Workshop on September 4 is for you! You will learn to navigate different tools like creating tailored search lists, finding other collaborators, and tracking funding opportunities. Please come with your laptops and questions! Snacks will be provided.

You are almost there! The hiring committee thinks you are an accomplished scholar with an impressive career trajectory and commitment to diversity. But this is a teaching-heavy position and they want to know: are you also a wonderful presence in the classroom? This workshop on September 4 will explore teaching philosophies and how to make yours shine!

The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) will be hosting a virtual information session on August 23 to discuss why NGA is a great place to work, how you may be a fit, and provide you with guidance about the application process and application tips!