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Eisenhower Fellowships (EF) will assemble a diverse group of 20-25 leading change agents, aged 32-45, from around the world to participate in its unique seven-week program. Fellows represent all professional sectors and hail from any number of careers, from journalism to the military to higher education to private corporations to the theater and beyond. Application deadline is June 15, 2018.

The Graduate Division is excited to announce a brand-new addition to the staff of the Graduate Student Resource Center! Robby Nadler joins the team as our first-ever Graduate Writing Specialist, a full-time position devoted to expanding and improving graduate writing support on our campus. Read on to find out more about how Robby is working to support graduate students here at UCSB.

Come join Continental for some good eats and casual conversation with several of their team members, while working on the solution to the Rubik's cube!

If you are planning to apply for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program for the 2019-20 grant cycle or want to learn more about the program, join us for an information session on May 31. 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.

In this second professional development series summer mentor preparation workshop on May 31, facilitator Dr. Jens-Uwe Kuhn will provide a brief introduction to mentoring goals, aligning expectations between mentors and mentees, and strategies for day-to-day managing of a summer research intern project and making it a successful experience for both you and your intern.

Want to connect with other grad students? Join UCSB Health & Wellness on May 31 in Speed Friending (like speed dating, but for friendships!), where you'll have great company along with tasty snacks and coffee! RSVP strongly encouraged.

Find out the difference between fellowships and grants, why both are valuable, and which of the two can yield you specific types of funding you need compared to just one source of income. Each are a benefit in different ways throughout your academic journey and development. Join us for this May 30 workshop to learn the ins and outs!

What if you had the opportunity to talk about your research any way you wanted to? What is it about your research that motivates you? At Lunch & Learn, we want to know! Sign up to present your research in a fun, informal 15-minute presentation -- with free lunch included! We welcome anything from PowerPoint slides to fireside chats to hands-on demonstrations. Sign up today!

How do you determine the right scope and level of research for your summer intern? What should you consider? This interactive workshop on May 23 will tackle those questions and also present ideas for how to nurture your interns' independent thinking, how to deal with set-backs, and how to check student progress.

Have you ever experienced the “Graduate School Madness” that caused you lot of stress, depression and other emotional issues? If you are looking to improve your work-life balance or ways to receive mental support, check out this recent article from Nature on how changes to the culture can help you survive and thrive in the hyper-competitive academic environment.

Join UCSB alumni Martin Prescher and Frank Lee for meet and greet events on May 21 and 24, respectively, to learn more about their work at PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Facebook, and Instagram. Space is limited so sign up today!

Do you feel comfortable using your voice? Are you confident when sharing your ideas with others? Join Bri McWhorter to learn how to create clear and compelling stories as well as use effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques. You’ll learn how to portray confidence, create a connection with your listener, and use other valuable acting tools to improve your communication skills. RSVP today to secure your spot!

CBE, CSEP, SEED-SB and the Bioengineering Student-led Seminar Series are pleased to invite student to the 2nd annual Santa Barbara & Goleta Biotechnology Industry Showcase, a series of short presentations and networking opportunities with industry representatives from the local biotechnology community.

The collective work by MFA graduates Lucy Holtsnider, Daria Noor Izad, Robert Huerta, Jennifer Lugris, Jimmy Miracle, Carlos Ochoa, and Toni Scott will be on display at an exhibition and reception at the UCSB Art, Design, & Architecture Museum.

What do you want to be known for? What makes you stand out as a scholar/professional? If you don't define your own value, others either won't know or will define it for you. Join us for a workshop to learn how to articulate what makes you unique, define your career goals, and make a plan to convey your message to others.