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Planning to apply for the NSF GRFP? Let us walk you through the appropriate style of writing and prepare you to craft a winning set of statements. This workshop on October 1 will break down the two GRFP statements by not only explaining what evaluators look for but also providing you with a framework to write these statements.

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 3 and get your questions answered.

There are a lot of wonderful resources out there that provide guidance on how to do well on the GRFP application, but ultimately your success will be determined by an evaluator. Wouldn’t it be helpful if you could talk to one of these mysterious figures to learn how the application is reviewed and what evaluators seek in a strong application? Join us on October 8 and you can do just that!

While there is no one way to write an NSF GRFP statement, there is a pattern to how successful applications model themselves to hit all the essential criteria. On October 10, come learn how other writers have done this to excel with your own application.

If you have specific questions related to your application, you won't want to miss this session! On October 15, you will be matched with a successful GRFP applicant or faculty evaluator. 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.

UCSB welcomes 835 new grad students into its ranks ​at the end of this month. This group is the most diverse group of incoming students in UCSB history! We break down ​some statistics on our incoming cohort and give you a sneak peak at our upcoming series of articles profiling 8 of our new student​s!

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!

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science is now accepting applications for the Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program providing doctoral dissertation/thesis research opportunities for graduate students at Department of Energy national laboratories. Applications are due on November 15, 2018.

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 UC President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for 2019-2020! The program offers postdoctoral research fellowships and faculty mentoring to outstanding scholars in all fields whose research, teaching, and service will contribute to the diversity and equal opportunity at the University of California. Deadline is November 1, 2018.