Other events
Sunday, October 27, 2019
CalHack 6.0
Special Event | October 25 – 27, 2019 every day | Memorial Stadium
As UC Berkeley’s hackathon organization, Cal Hacks hosts the world’s largest collegiate hackathon, runs a fellowship program to support entrepreneurial hackers, and brings first-time coders into the world of technology — just a few of our many initiatives and projects. Our mission is to empower others with technology to create solutions to better the world.
UC Gill Tract Harvest Festival: Celebrating our Stories
Tour/Open House | October 27 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | UC Gill Tract Community Farm
1050 Marin Ave, Albany, CA 94706
Gill Tract Farm Coalition
Gardening work, harvesting, tea, artisan and jewelry pop-ups, advocacy groups, education, food, live music, dancing, indigenous peoples' storytelling, song and drum circle. All are welcome!
Community Science Day: Explore DNA and CRISPR!
Tour/Open House | October 27 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Energy Biosciences Building
Step into the (close-toed) shoes of a scientist and explore biology at this community-wide science event!
Come visit the Innovative Genomics Institute to experience a range of activities designed for visitors of all ages. Discover the fascinating power of DNA, the instruction manual for life. Hear from scientists about the latest advancements in CRISPR genome editing technology. From the basic... More >
RSVP online by October 27.
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 3 – December 29, 2019 every Sunday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday with exceptions | 1:30-2:45 p.m. | UC Botanical Garden
Join us for a free, docent-led tour of the Garden as we explore interesting plants from around the world, learn about the vast diversity in the collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission. Advanced registration not required
Monday, October 28, 2019
Climate Justice Week: Learn what climate justice means and how you can take part!
Special Event | October 28 – November 1, 2019 every day | Martin Luther King Jr. Student Union, bNorth SERC Space
Student Environmental Resource Center
Climate Justice Week aims to create an intentional space to engage the wider UC Berkeley community on the intersections of climate change and social justice. Find more information at serc.berkeley.edu/cjw
War in Raqqa: Rhetoric vs. Reality
Special Event | October 22 – December 20, 2019 every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 2-5 p.m. | 2224 Piedmont (Center for Digital Archaeology )
Experience photographs, videos, open source investigations, and 360° Virtual Reality that document the assault on Raqqa, Syria by coalition forces in 2017. The show draws on Amnesty International's investigations, supported by students in UC Berkeley's Human Rights Investigations Lab and the Digital Verification Corps worldwide. Immerse yourself in video, testimonials, satellite imagery and maps... More >
CANCELED: TDPS Meet and Greet with Spring Directors
Information Session | October 28 | 4:30-6 p.m. | Durham Studio Theater (Dwinelle Hall) | Canceled
Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies
Due to the anticipated campus power outage, this event has been canceled. For information regarding spring productions and directors, please check tdps.berkeley.edu over the next few weeks.
Directors Mina Morita and Patrick Russell
Cal STAPH Horror D'oeuvres Part Deux
Social Event | October 28 | 5:30-7 p.m. | 5101 Berkeley Way West
Cal STAPH is hosting a Halloween potluck for students in the School of Public Health.
PSC Student Leaders Training #2 (by invitation only)
Meeting | October 28 | 6-8 p.m. | 120 Latimer Hall
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Climate Justice Week: Learn what climate justice means and how you can take part!
Special Event | October 28 – November 1, 2019 every day | Martin Luther King Jr. Student Union, bNorth SERC Space
Student Environmental Resource Center
Climate Justice Week aims to create an intentional space to engage the wider UC Berkeley community on the intersections of climate change and social justice. Find more information at serc.berkeley.edu/cjw
Mindfulness Meditation Group
Meeting | February 20, 2018 – January 5, 2021 every Tuesday | 12:15-1 p.m. | 3110 Tang Center, University Health Services
Tang Center (University Health Services)
The Mindfulness Meditation Group meets every Tuesday at 12:15-1:00 pm at 3110 Tang Center on campus. All campus-affiliated people are welcome to join us on a drop-in basis, no registration or meditation experience necessary. We start with a short reading on meditation practice, followed by 30 minutes of silent sitting, and end with a brief discussion period.
SURF Summer Research Scholarships Info Session
Information Session | October 29 | 1-2 p.m. | 9 Durant Hall
Sean Burns, Director, Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarships
Office of Undergraduate Research
OURS Staff will discuss eligibility criteria for SURF programs, benefits of the fellowship and tips for a successful application
War in Raqqa: Rhetoric vs. Reality
Special Event | October 22 – December 20, 2019 every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 2-5 p.m. | 2224 Piedmont (Center for Digital Archaeology )
Experience photographs, videos, open source investigations, and 360° Virtual Reality that document the assault on Raqqa, Syria by coalition forces in 2017. The show draws on Amnesty International's investigations, supported by students in UC Berkeley's Human Rights Investigations Lab and the Digital Verification Corps worldwide. Immerse yourself in video, testimonials, satellite imagery and maps... More >
UC Berkeley Cloud Computing Meetup
Meeting | August 27, 2019 – August 25, 2020 the last Tuesday of the month every month | 4:30-7 p.m. | Berkeley SkyDeck Penthouse
This meetup is aimed at bringing together students, researchers, faculty, IT staff and the wider local community to learn, share and discuss our work in designing and operating services built on cloud computing architectures.
We will feature speakers and engaging discussions around current issues in cloud computing often with an enterprise focus.
Cloud Computing Meetup
Social Event | October 29, 2019 – December 29, 2020 the last Tuesday of the month every month | 4:30-7 p.m. | Berkeley Skydeck, Penthouse (PH) floor
2150 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
Division of Data Science, IST/OCIO, Research IT,
The UC Berkeley Cloud Community of Practice will be holding our monthly meetup in the Berkeley SkyDeck Penthouse. We have some excellent guests and topics and hope to see you there.
Everyone is welcome - this is a really inclusive group! You don't have to be an expert, or already know about cloud technologies; we get together so people can learn from each other. The Berkeley SkyDeck is at... More >
Halloween Party - Hosted by the Graduate Women of Engineering
Social Event | October 29 | 6-8 p.m. | 775B Tan Hall
Graduate Women of Engineering (GWE)
Happy Halloween! GWE is throwing a Halloween party Tuesday, Oct 29th 6-8pm in 775B Tan Hall. Come out and hang with some friends and get some apple cider, pumpkin desserts, and other fall foods! We’ll be picturing a Halloween movie and have some pumpkins for you to pick up and paint.
International Grad Happy Hour
Social Event | October 22 – December 3, 2019 every Tuesday with exceptions | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Raleigh's
2438 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley International Office(BIO))
Come take a break from your studies and connect with the international graduate community on campus! These weekly happy hour meetups are a great chance to relax and socialize with other international grads.
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Climate Justice Week: Learn what climate justice means and how you can take part!
Special Event | October 28 – November 1, 2019 every day | Martin Luther King Jr. Student Union, bNorth SERC Space
Student Environmental Resource Center
Climate Justice Week aims to create an intentional space to engage the wider UC Berkeley community on the intersections of climate change and social justice. Find more information at serc.berkeley.edu/cjw
Study Abroad Office Hours at EOP
Miscellaneous | October 2 – December 4, 2019 every Wednesday with exceptions | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Martin Luther King Jr. Student Union, EOP at MLK BNorth
Interested in studying abroad? A Berkeley Study Abroad Peer Adviser will hold office hours at EOP every Wednesday from 11:30am-1:30pm during the fall semester to answer questions about program options, scholarships, how to apply and additional services offered!
Sign-up for a spot on http://tinyurl.com/eopstudyabroad.
Honoring Human Rights Activists Murdered in 2018: Come Bear Witness
Special Event | October 30 | 12:45 p.m. | Boalt Hall, School of Law, Outside of Zeb's in the East Courtyard
International Human Rights Law Clinic at Berkeley Law, Human Rights Center at Berkeley Law, Berkeley Journal of International Law
During the Day of the Dead, we honor the 321 human rights defenders (HRDs) who were murdered last year in 27 countries by reading their names aloud. We do so to celebrate their courage and remember their struggle.
War in Raqqa: Rhetoric vs. Reality
Special Event | October 22 – December 20, 2019 every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 2-5 p.m. | 2224 Piedmont (Center for Digital Archaeology )
Experience photographs, videos, open source investigations, and 360° Virtual Reality that document the assault on Raqqa, Syria by coalition forces in 2017. The show draws on Amnesty International's investigations, supported by students in UC Berkeley's Human Rights Investigations Lab and the Digital Verification Corps worldwide. Immerse yourself in video, testimonials, satellite imagery and maps... More >
Physics Abroad Application Info Session: for Summer 2020
Information Session | October 30 | 2-3 p.m. | 166 Barrows Hall
Learn more about the different physics abroad programs and demystify the application process and eligibility requirements for the Summer 2020 program at one of our info sessions. If you plan to apply, we recommend you attend one of these sessions to make sure you submit your application correctly!
Weekly Coffee Break
Social Event | August 28 – December 11, 2019 every Wednesday | 3-4 p.m. | Windmill Coffee House
2131 Durant, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley International Office(BIO))
Berkeley International Office's Coffee Break is a weekly opportunity for UC Berkeley global students to meet and engage with one another in a relaxing environment. It’s a chance to enjoy free coffee, share stories about your experiences on campus, and get to know Berkeley International Office advisers. All UC Berkeley students are invited. Students are free to talk about anything, but we'll also... More >
MSW Admissions Information Session
Information Session | October 30 | 4-5:30 p.m. | 5 Haviland Hall
This group admissions advising session is designed to provide an overview of the admissions process and degree requirements of the MSW program.
The MSW Admissions Information Session will be held in the School of Social Welfare, located in Haviland Hall (Room 5) on the north side of the Berkeley campus.
Toastmasters on Campus Club: Learn public speaking
Meeting | January 14, 2015 – December 18, 2019 every Wednesday | 6:15-7:30 p.m. | 3111 Etcheverry Hall
Toastmasters has been the world leader in teaching public speaking since 1924. Meetings are an enjoyable self-paced course designed to get you up and running as a speaker in only a few months.
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Climate Justice Week: Learn what climate justice means and how you can take part!
Special Event | October 28 – November 1, 2019 every day | Martin Luther King Jr. Student Union, bNorth SERC Space
Student Environmental Resource Center
Climate Justice Week aims to create an intentional space to engage the wider UC Berkeley community on the intersections of climate change and social justice. Find more information at serc.berkeley.edu/cjw
Mindful Awareness: Guided Meditation
Miscellaneous | August 29 – November 21, 2019 every Thursday | 12-1 p.m. | 5400 Berkeley Way West
Jeffrey Oxendine
Institute of Personality and Social Research
Focus the mind. Foster creativity, resilience, and well-being. These meetings are free and open to faculty, staff, and students.
Bringing Health to Life: An Institutional Ethnography of the Social Determinants of Health and the Life Course Perspective: Maggie Downey Doctoral Mock Job Talk
Information Session | October 31 | 12:10-1:30 p.m. | Haviland Hall, Commons
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 3 – December 29, 2019 every Sunday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday with exceptions | 1:30-2:45 p.m. | UC Botanical Garden
Join us for a free, docent-led tour of the Garden as we explore interesting plants from around the world, learn about the vast diversity in the collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission. Advanced registration not required
War in Raqqa: Rhetoric vs. Reality
Special Event | October 22 – December 20, 2019 every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 2-5 p.m. | 2224 Piedmont (Center for Digital Archaeology )
Experience photographs, videos, open source investigations, and 360° Virtual Reality that document the assault on Raqqa, Syria by coalition forces in 2017. The show draws on Amnesty International's investigations, supported by students in UC Berkeley's Human Rights Investigations Lab and the Digital Verification Corps worldwide. Immerse yourself in video, testimonials, satellite imagery and maps... More >
LEP Halloween Celebration
Social Event | October 31 | 5-6:30 p.m. | César E. Chávez Student Center, Mezzanine
Join us this Thursday, 10/31, from 5-6:30PM for the LEP Halloween Celebration!
Come share terrifying tales, snap some Photo Boo-th pics, and create your own otherworldly works of art with fellow language enthusiasts. Don’t forget to come dressed up in your most spooky, elaborate, or ridiculous attire: the best costumes will be awarded a wicked surprise!
Ghoulish goodies and tasty treats... More >
Friday, November 1, 2019
Application for Spring BUILD (Berkeley United in Literacy Development) OPENS!
Miscellaneous | November 1 | Eshleman Hall, Online Application
Get paid via Work Study or earn units to mentor youth with BUILD (k-5th reading). Be a mentor! Apply Now!
Climate Justice Week: Learn what climate justice means and how you can take part!
Special Event | October 28 – November 1, 2019 every day | Martin Luther King Jr. Student Union, bNorth SERC Space
Student Environmental Resource Center
Climate Justice Week aims to create an intentional space to engage the wider UC Berkeley community on the intersections of climate change and social justice. Find more information at serc.berkeley.edu/cjw
BIDS Forum: Information and Uncertainty in Data Science
Meeting | November 1 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | 190B Doe Library
Berkeley Institute for Data Science
Full details about this meeting will be posted here: https://bids.berkeley.edu/events.
Higher Education Researchers Workgroup
Meeting | November 1 | 12-1:30 p.m. | Evans Hall, CSHE Conference Room, 768
Center for Studies in Higher Education
The goal of this new group is to bring together qualitative and quantitative higher education researchers working on issues at Berkeley.
RSVP by emailing Anne Maclachlan at maclach@berkeley.edu
Professional Program in Regulatory Affairs Online Information Session
Information Session | November 1 | 12-1 p.m. | Online
Richard Louie, Ph.D., FACB, UC Berkeley Extension
Learn about the regulatory affairs profession, examples of career paths and how our program can help you build the knowledge base to reach your professional goals.
Fall 2019 LEP Global Book Club: Barracoon: The Story of the Last "Black Cargo"
Miscellaneous | October 25 – December 6, 2019 every Friday | 1-2 p.m. | 110 César E. Chávez Student Center
Join us for the Fall 2019 LEP Global Book Club! This semester, as we join the campus in commemorating 400 Years of Resistance to Slavery and Injustice, we will be reading Barracoon: The Story of the Last "Black Cargo.”
Written in 1931 and published just last year, Barracoon chronicles Hurston’s conversations with Cudjo Kossula Lewis, one of the last survivors of the Atlantic Slave... More >
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 3 – December 29, 2019 every Sunday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday with exceptions | 1:30-2:45 p.m. | UC Botanical Garden
Join us for a free, docent-led tour of the Garden as we explore interesting plants from around the world, learn about the vast diversity in the collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission. Advanced registration not required
War in Raqqa: Rhetoric vs. Reality
Special Event | October 22 – December 20, 2019 every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 2-5 p.m. | 2224 Piedmont (Center for Digital Archaeology )
Experience photographs, videos, open source investigations, and 360° Virtual Reality that document the assault on Raqqa, Syria by coalition forces in 2017. The show draws on Amnesty International's investigations, supported by students in UC Berkeley's Human Rights Investigations Lab and the Digital Verification Corps worldwide. Immerse yourself in video, testimonials, satellite imagery and maps... More >
Saturday, November 2, 2019
Sick Plant Clinic
Special Event | February 4, 2017 – December 7, 2019 the first Saturday of the month every month with exceptions | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | UC Botanical Garden
Join the Garden for our monthly Sick Plant Clinic and find out which diseases ail your plants. Entomologists are also available to identify the pests that are living in your plants too! Please cover plants and disease samples in containers or bags before entering the Garden.
BERKELEY CLINIC DIAGNOSES RESIDENTS' PLANTS
Lauren Reed-Guy, Chronicle Staff Writer
San Francisco Chronicle June... More >
Certificate Program in Clinical Research Conduct and Management
Information Session | November 2 | 10-11 a.m. | 3A UC Berkeley Extension (Belmont Center)
Learn how this professional certificate can help you launch or advance your career in clinical research by enhancing your knowledge of clinical trials. For more information about the program, visit extension.berkeley.edu/cert/clinical.html.
Cal Alumni Student Association Networking Brunch: Build your Cal network
Social Event | November 2 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Alumni House
Do you want to build stronger connections with Cal’s amazing alumni and student communities? Come to a networking brunch hosted by the Cal Alumni Student Association (CASA) on Saturday, November 2, from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. at Alumni House.
Repair Cafe - A Free Community Repair Event
Special Event | November 2 | 1-4 p.m. | Berkeley Technology Academy
2701 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94703
Cal Zero Waste, Transition Berkeley
Do you have broken items you don’t want to send to the landfill? Are you someone with DIY repair skills? Are you looking for volunteer opportunities?
Mark your calendars for Transition Berkeley and Cal Zero Waste’s upcoming Repair Café on Saturday, November 2nd from 1 - 4pm, held at the Berkeley Technology Academy! Repair Cafés are free events where the community comes together to fix broken... More >
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 3 – December 29, 2019 every Sunday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday with exceptions | 1:30-2:45 p.m. | UC Botanical Garden
Join us for a free, docent-led tour of the Garden as we explore interesting plants from around the world, learn about the vast diversity in the collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission. Advanced registration not required
