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Looking to transition to a career in fields like data science, data engineering, or artificial intelligence? Apply to become an Insight Fellow! The Insight Data Fellows Programs are tuition-free fellowships for graduating students, PhDs, and postdocs. The application deadline for Insight’s Fellowships is quickly approaching on February 10.

A recent study links mindfulness to helping reduce symptoms of depression and increasing self-efficacy, hope, and resilience among graduate students. Read on to learn more about various mindfulness resources on and off campus!

Join this career talk tomorrow with Dr. Michelle Rozo, Senior Science and Technology Advisor for Biotechnology at the Department of Defense (DoD). Dr. Rozo will share about her current position and what motivated her career move to science policy. Refreshments provided. Make sure to RSVP!

The Interdisciplinary Research Collaboratory is hosting a Carpentry Workshop on Relational Databases and SQL on Friday, January 31 from 9a-12:30p. A light breakfast will be served. Read on for more info and to sign up today! Registration is required.

On February 11, join Instructional Development for a workshop on preparing your CCUT portfolio. Portfolios are due on March 20. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Stanford PRISM (Postdoctoral Recruitment Initiative in Sciences and Medicine) is an opportunity for select late-stage graduate students from diverse backgrounds to come to Stanford for a recruitment weekend, interview with potential mentors, and get the inside scoop on postdoctoral training at Stanford. Application closes March 2nd!

UCSB's Theater and Dance Department's 4th Annual Graduate Symposium is seeking diverse papers and performances that explore concerns within the fields of subaltern studies, history, ethnic studies, religious studies, ethnomusicology, political science, sociology, critical theory, theater, and dance. Learn more and apply by Feb 21st!

Considering your career options, including an academic career that emphasizes both teaching and research? Interested in staying in California? Please join UC Santa Barbara's Graduate Division for a panel discussion with California State University (CSU) faculty, and learn about the life of a professor at these campuses. Read on for more info!

Back by popular demand! On February 6, de-stress as you learn how to paint with little to no experience while meeting other grads! RSVP today as space is limited.

Do you want to learn to be more productive and effective at writing and conducting academic research? Would you like to develop and use a sound project-management approach to completing your dissertation or thesis? Then this workshop on February 7 is for you! Sign up today.

Student pronouns have now been added to Gold, but how do you use this information as a TA? How can you make your classrooms more inclusive? Attend this workshop to learn more about pronouns, gender, and creating classroom spaces that foster engagement and respect.

UCSB's Professional Women's Association presents a roundtable series focused on goal setting and skill development so that you can take the next step in your career. RSVP today!

Don't miss out on this chance to hear from former NASA astronaut and UCSB alum Dr. José Moreno Hernández on Jan 31st! Click to learn more and RSVP.

Are you considering applying to the 2020 Art of Science Competition? If so, please join UCSB Library, the Center for Science and Engineering Partnerships, and the California NanoSystems Institute at a workshop on Jan 30th to help you craft a caption that quickly, clearly, and succinctly shares the importance of your artwork. Read on for more info!

Do you or someone you know have experience with basic needs insecurity (food, housing, childcare, physical and mental health care, legal services)? If yes, please consider sharing your story with GSA. Click to learn more!