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Get in the 2018 frame of mind by feeding your stomach and your brain at the same time! For our ​January Lunch & Learn, you'll be treated to talks by graduate students in Global Studies and Materials -- all while enjoying free lunch. Sign up today!

Some of the benefits of this position include opportunities for professional development, working alongside UCSB staff/faculty, and helping fellow graduate students find their place here on campus. Deadline to apply is February 2, 2018 by noon.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) Summer Internship Program provides opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to participate in projects at federal research facilities located across the country. The application deadline is January 29.

The first day of section often sets the tone for the entire quarter, and some of the challenges we face as TAs can be avoided by setting up ourselves and our students for success on the first day. Whether you’ve taught before, or winter quarter is your first time teaching, come join us for a discussion on how make the most of your first day with your students.

Are you in need of some self-care to start your year off right? Then join us for our Graduate Student Wellness Welcome (Back)! This come-and-go event features interactive tabling from a variety of campus organizations that support graduate student wellness. Stop by for FREE FOOD, fun activities, and lots of giveaways to help welcome you back to wholeness and health.

Find out how the extension of the Fall 2017 quarter affects graduate students, and learn more about important resources and updates on the impact of the Thomas fire on our campus. We will continue to update this page with information as we receive them.

The National Institute of Justice's Research Assistantship Program (RAP) offers highly qualified doctoral students the opportunity to bring their expertise to NIJ to work across offices and program areas to obtain a practical and applied research experience. Deadline is January 16, 2018.

The Litfin Performing Arts Scholarship is intended to support expenses incurred while enrolled (2018-2019 school year) in a performing arts education program, including undergraduate, graduate, conservatory, or other professional training. Deadline is March 30, 2018.

Evidence for Action (E4A) is offering a postdoctoral position at UCSF Center for Health and Community to those whose research is related to health and health inequalities, including social, behavioral, and institutional risk factors.

The University of California Humanities Research Institute is offering a new grant opportunity for graduate students and faculty members aimed to help UC humanities scholars launch or further develop digital humanities projects. Applications are due January 4.

The UC Center Sacramento's annual Emerging Scholars Award for Excellence in Research and Public Policy recognizes excellence in graduate student research with a direct impact on public policy. Deadline is March 22, 2018.

UCSB’s Student Health will be offering flu shots on a walk-in basis. It is free with your Gaucho Health Insurance (GHI) plan, and non-GHI students are able to get the shot for $30.

UCSB’s Writing Program is now accepting applications for TA positions to teach Writing 2 for 2017-2018. Application deadline is 4 p.m. on January 26, 2018.

Learn more about the AAAS Mass Media Fellowship and meet two students who successfully navigated the application process. Lunch will be provided.

The Office of International Students & Scholars is now accepting applications from students to serve on the International Student Advisory Board. Both international and domestic graduate students are welcome to apply. Applications will be accepted through December 4, 2017.