Blog

Join Office of International Students & Scholars for a Rock Star Trolley sunset tour of Santa Barbara’s historic and cultural landmarks. The tour is $25 per person, open to all international and domestic students, scholars and guests in possession of a valid ID that shows age 21 or over.

Want to learn more about resources, credits, and deductions for graduate students? Then sign up now for our February 20 financial literacy workshop on tax credits, deductions, and resources! Space is limited so please RSVP.

If you are looking to pursue career opportunities outside of academia, your resume and cover letter are your tickets into that world. This workshop will explore important techniques that will help you expertly craft and strategically target your resume and cover letter so you can get over the first application hurdle and on to an interview!

Merck, the oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company in the world, is celebrating its 350th anniversary by offering a series of exciting opportunities - the 350 Research Grant and the 350 Challenge - in science and technology and are inviting scientists and researchers to get engaged. The deadline for both competitions is August 15, 2018.

UCSB Career Services is currently accepting applications for its Graduate Career Peer position, to begin employment in Spring 2018 and run through Summer quarter 2018, with the potential for employment through the 2018-2019 school year. Apply by Friday, February 23, 2018!

The UCSB Center for Spatial Studies presents the 2018 Spatial Lightning Talks on Friday, February 9. This annual series of 3-minute lightning talks brings together speakers from across the UCSB campus (including several graduate students) as well as the local community to enlighten the crowd on a broad range of spatial topics.

Fifteen people will be selected for the Scientist Sentinels: Civic Engagement & Leadership Program which provides a 6-month leadership program for focusing on civic engagement for scientists and researchers. The deadline to apply is February 20, 2018.

The ICB Summer Research Internship in Science and Engineering or SABRE (Summer Applied Biotechnology Research Experience) offers a paid 10-week summer experience with a mission of transforming biological inspiration into technological innovation. Application deadline is February 15, 2018.

UCSB's Gauchos for Recovery, part of the Alcohol and Drug Program, are offering an open 12-Step meeting for graduate and non-traditional students every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in Embarcadero Hall. The meetings are lead by a graduate student in recovery and more information can be found on the Gauchos for Recovery website.

Apply for a two-year appointment to the University of California Board of Regents, the governing body for the entire 10-campus University system. The appointed Student Regent will receive a fee waiver or scholarship that covers mandatory University fees and tuition during the academic years when they serve. Application deadline is February 25.

Join for the 2018 Latin American and Iberian Studies conference, Queer Hemisphere: América Cuir. Scholars, activists, and performers from Mexico, Brazil, Peru, other Andean countries, as well as Latinx communities in the US, are coming together to discuss the challenges of studying gender and sexuality in the Americas.

Grading student work is often huge time commitment for TAs, which can sometimes lead to less thorough or effectiveness grading. In this workshop, you will learn some tips to increase efficiency of grading, as well as suggestions for time management and allocation that can help you plan out and evaluate your grading load.

Kick-start your career on March 2-3! The annual Beyond Academia conference aims to prepare UCSB graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in all stages and disciplines to pursue a wide range of career options. Registration is now open, but space is limited, so sign up today!

Come hear from other graduate students who have gained experience through their internships, including insights on the application process, the value of internships, and more. Both STEM and SHEF graduate students will share valuable insights on how to include internships as part of your graduate school experience.

Come to a special talk and Q&A by UCSB alumna Dr. Niki Sandoval, current education director of the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. Learn about her journey and the importance of time management and work/life balance.