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Join this workshop for a general overview of what Curriculum Practical Training (CPT) is and the requirements to receive authorization from OISS.

As part of the "Race Matters" series, UCSB Chicana/o Studies Professor Micaela J. Díaz-Sánchez will speak about the Afro-Puerto Rican musical tradition of bomba at the Multicultural Center Theater on Tuesday, May 2, at 6 p.m.

The Funding Peer will be holding another Finding Funding Workshop to introduce grad students to financial resources on campus, fellowship opportunities outside of campus, and external funding databases. Bring your computer to search the funding databases, all while enjoying free snacks!

Since the election of Donald Trump, the U.S. has witnessed an outpouring of protest activity. Hahrie Han (UCSB Political Science) will discuss how protest effects political outcomes and what this means for protest activity today.

Join Intel professionals and hiring managers to learn more about the tech industry and opportunities available for graduate students. Intel professionals will not only be presenting but also conducting interviews!

Today is your last chance to make your voice heard in the campus elections! Casting a ballot takes just a few minutes, and we need at least 20% participation from grad students to validate the election results, so be sure to vote today by 4 p.m.!

Next week, UCSB will send its campus 2017 Grad Slam champion, Leah Foltz, up to San Fransisco to compete against 9 other UC finalists ​in the 3rd annual UC systemwide Grad Slam tournament. Tune in to the live-stream coverage of the event to cheer on Leah and vote in the People's Choice award!

Are you a graduate student parent with childcare expenses? Then be sure to check out the updated eligibility requirements for the Graduate Student Association's Childcare Grant, which have been expanded to give more graduate students access to the grant.

Catch the last few events this week as UCSB celebrates #BlackLivesMatter and student activism with a series of lectures, workshops, and films. All events are free, but some require registration.

Join Lisa Gates for a hands-on workshop that will breathe new life into your career potential. The work of SheNegotiates has been featured everywhere from NPR to the New York Times, so this event is definitely one you won't want to miss!

Jump-start your career on May 5-6! The annual Beyond Academia conference features two full days of keynote speakers, interactive workshops, diverse career panels, and networking events designed to prepare you pursue a wide range of career options. Registration closes this Friday!

The Media MAYhem event series is a cross-campus program that ​features 18 free informational events pertaining to careers in the arts and media fields. This year’s program focuses on four areas: Hollywood and Entertainment, Broadcasting, Social Media and Journalism, and Visual Art.

Alicia Garza – activist, organizer, and co-founder of #BlackLivesMatter – will speak at Campbell Hall on Wednesday, April 26, at 7 p.m.

The film, which chronicles the systematic defunding and commodification of higher education, will screen for free at the Multicultural Center Theater on Wednesday, April 26, at 6 p.m.

Do you have a technology-based idea that you want to commercialize? Then you won't want to miss ​an upcoming ​event to hear about the National Science Foundation's Innovation Corps (I-Corps) program that could provide you $50,000 in funding.