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Virginia Tech is now accepting applications for ​its annual Future Faculty Development Program, an intensive two-day program in January 2018 for doctoral candidates and post-doctoral scholars traditionally underrepresented in their fields. Application deadline is October 1.

Even though Sarah Dunne grew up in Ireland, she has always been fascinated with U.S. history. She has an undergraduate degree in History and English Literature and a Master's in American Studies. Read on to find out how Sarah is finally fulfilling her dream of attending graduate school ​at UCSB.

Grad school marks the next chapter in Teodora Losic's UCSB adventure. Having just earned her B.S. in the spring from UCSB, she will continue her Master's research in the Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology Department.

This article recaps the “Supporting International Students & Scholars” workshop hosted by Office of International Students & Scholars. The event was held on Wednesday, September 13, 2017.

Come out to the Black Graduate Student Mixer on October 5 from 4-5 p.m. at the Multicultural Center lounge. Enjoy some refreshments as you mix and mingle with new and returning Black grads and staff.

The India Association of Santa Barbara is hosting a New Student Orientation at the San Clemente Center on Thursday, September 21, from 5-7 p.m. IASB will provide pizza and soft drinks, as well as a space for new students to meet and connect.

Next up in our 2017 Incoming Grad Series is James O'Hara, who is pursuing a Ph.D. in ​Physics at UCSB. Having lived his whole life in the Northeast, he says he is ready for some nicer weather. Read on to learn more about James' ​background, research interests, and his very own podcast!

Before you dive into classes or your research, come attend the Graduate Student Social to meet new and current graduate students as well as learn about various campus resources. Light snacks and refreshments provided!

The 2017 Incoming Grad Series continues with Jordan Victorian, an incoming Ph.D. student in Feminist Studies from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Learn more about ​Jordan's research interests in black sexual politics and what they are looking forward to at UCSB!

The same design thinking responsible for amazing technology, products, and spaces can be used to design and build your career and your life. Join Dave Evans, co-author of "Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyous Life," for a special seminar just for postdocs and graduate students.

First up in our 2017 Incoming Graduate Student Series is Phoebe Racine, a UCSB Graduate Scholar entering the Ph.D. program in Environmental Science ​& Management. Learn more about Phoebe's passion for fish as well as her eclectic interests – including livestock wrangling!

Interested in using music to de-stress in grad school? The Department of Music offers over a dozen ensembles in Fall Quarter that are open to music majors, nonmajors, and community members. Make note of audition and class times and join in on the fun!

The Office of International Students & Scholars would like students to be aware of closures, delays in processing times, and limited appointment availability for the next two weeks, beginning September 18.

UCSB welcomes 891 new grad students into its ranks ​at the end of this month, ​our largest incoming class ​in recent memory. 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!

UCSB's ONDAS Student Center seeks 50% time Graduate Student Program Assistants for their center dedicated to supporting the success of current and future first-year experience students including freshman and transfers. Apply by September 26 for primary consideration.