Other events
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 6, 2017 – December 30, 2018 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 plant species, learn about the vast collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission
Advanced registration not required
Tours may be cancelled without notice.
For day-of inquiries, please call 510-643-2755
For tour questions, please email gardentours@berkeley.edu... More >
Monday, October 2, 2017
Getting Off to a Good Start in Your UX Career
Special Event | October 2 | 5:10-6 p.m. | 205 South Hall
Billie Mandell
Billie Mandell is a UX design leader with two decades of experience.
Swahili Weekly Social Hour
Social Event | September 25 – December 4, 2017 every Monday | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Blue Door Cafe | Note change in location
2244 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Speak Swahili with your fellow Swahili students and enthusiasts over a drink at Blue Door Cafe (check for location updates). Each person will support their own beverage purchases, but we will provide the good company! And of course, Swahili speaking only! All skill and experience levels are welcome. Karibuni sana!
East African Beer and Soda
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Garden Closed
Holiday | November 4, 2014 – December 5, 2017 the first Tuesday of the month every month | UC Botanical Garden
The garden is closed the first Tuesday of every month.
-Why is the Garden Closed one day a month?
For the safety of the public and the safety of the collection, the Garden’s Horticultural staff need one day per month to complete jobs that may pose safety risks to visitors, such as dropping tree limbs, renovating paths, or controlling pests.
-I’m only in Berkeley for one day from somewhere... More >
McNair Scholars Program Application Workshop (open hours)
Information Session | October 3 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | 2515 Channing Way (Academic Achievement Program), Suite 13
Juan Esteva, Director, McNair Scholars Program
Office of Undergraduate Research
The McNair Scholars Program prepares selected underrepresented or low-income UC Berkeley undergraduates for graduate study at the doctoral level. The goal of the McNair Scholars Program is to increase the number of underrepresented students in doctoral programs.
Drop-in Pre-Health Advising
Miscellaneous | August 29 – December 5, 2017 every Tuesday | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | 3060 Valley Life Sciences Building
Marie Dutton, Pre-Health Advisor
Meet with a Pre-Health Advisor on a first-come, first-served basis. For students exploring, preparing for, and/or applying to medical school and other health professional graduate programs.
Open to currently enrolled students and Alumni Advantage members.
Drop-in Pre-Health Advising
Miscellaneous | August 29 – December 5, 2017 every Tuesday | 1-3 p.m. | 3060 Valley Life Sciences Building
Caitlin Green, Pre-Health Advisor
Meet with a Pre-Health Advisor on a first-come, first-served basis. For students exploring, preparing for, and/or applying to medical school and other health professional graduate programs.
Open to currently enrolled students and Alumni Advantage members.
How to Write a Research Proposal Workshop
Information Session | October 3 | 3:30-5 p.m. | 9 Durant Hall
Leah Carroll
Office of Undergraduate Research
If you need to write a grant proposal, this workshop is for you! You'll get a headstart on defining your research question, developing a lit review and project plan, presenting your qualifications, and creating a realistic budget.
The workshop is open to all UC Berkeley students (undergraduate, graduate, and visiting scholars) regardless of academic discipline. It will be especially useful for... More >
School of Public Health's State of the School
Information Session | October 3 | 3:30-5 p.m. | 150 University Hall
Stefano Bertozzi, MD, PhD, Dean School of Public Health, Dean, School of Public Health
Dean Bertozzi invites all SPH affiliates to join him for a presentation of topics relevant to the School.
Center for Race and Gender Open House Reception
Reception | October 3 | 4-6 p.m. | 691 Barrows Hall
Join us for the CRG Open House and help welcome new CRG faculty director, Prof. Leti Volpp!
Illumina Infosession: Bio-Tech Connect: Industry Infosession Series
Information Session | October 3 | 5-7 p.m. | 290 Hearst Memorial Mining Building
Calling all engineers, biological, and chemical science majors
who desire to help develop life changing technologies -
we want to meet you! Our team of engineers and recruiters (alumni too!) are excited to share about who we are and how YOU fit within Illumina. We’ll also share about our internship process and full time opportunities. DINNER PROVIDED!
Hosted by the Department of... More >
Just Food Podcast Launch
Special Event | October 3 | 5-7 p.m. | North Gate Hall, Graduate School of Journalism Library
Berkeley Food Institute, UC Berkeley Advanced Media Institute at the Graduate School of Journalism., Nutrition Policy Institute, Public Health, School of, College of Natural Resources
Join us to celebrate the launch of JustFood, a new 6-part podcast series about cultivating justice and health, produced by the Berkeley Food Institute in partnership with the UC Berkeley Advanced Media Institute at the Graduate School of Journalism.
The event will feature a preview of our... More >
Oktoberfest Celebration: Dinner in the Dining Commons
Special Event | October 3 | 6-8 p.m. | International House, Dining Commons
German cuisine will be served for an Oktoberfest celebration, I-House style!
Enjoy traditional German cuisine and entertainment by the Deutscher Musikverein Band of San Francisco.
http://sfgermanband.org/
Menu: Traditional Sausages, Sauerkraut, Red Cabbage, Sauerbraten-style Tri Tip, Riesling Chicken, Potatoes
German Beer for $3 w/ID 21+
FREE for I-House Residents, $15... More >
Oktoberfest at International House
Accenture Labs Info-Session and Tech Talk
Information Session | October 3 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430)
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)
Come join us for an evening of networking with Accenture Labs. Learn about Accenture’s Technology R&D and Innovation ecosystem, and how Accenture Labs is putting innovation to work for our clients. Our R&D groups research and apply newest technologies in areas spanning Quantum Computing, Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, and Robotics to help our clients boost results today and... More >
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
*Garden Closed*
Special Event | October 4 | UC Botanical Garden
Due to construction, the Garden will be closed today for public safety.
We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience!
Study Abroad Office Hours at EOP
Information Session | October 4 | 1-3 p.m. | 119 César E. Chávez Student Center
Are you an EOP student interested in studying abroad? A Berkeley Study Abroad Peer Adviser will be holding drop-in office hours at EOP every Wednesdays 1-3pm this semester. Come learn about different programs offered, study abroad scholarships, how to apply and additional services available.
Coffee Break
Social Event | October 4 – December 6, 2017 every Wednesday with exceptions | 3-4 p.m. | Julie's Cafe
2562 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley International Office(BIO))
Coffee break is a welcoming weekly hour-long event at the wonderful Julie's Cafe, inviting international students to meet old friends and make new ones. It's a big campus, but at coffee break, everyone knows your name.
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.
Advisory Committee on Student Neighbor Relations
Reception | October 4 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Alumni House
Associated Students of the University of California, Chancellor's Office of Government & Community Relations
Office of the Associated Students of the University of California External Affairs Vice President
This event is a partnership with the Chancellor's Office of Government & Community Relations, and the lack of location will put any further partnership at risk. I am heeding to you for guidance and help.
I really, really need a space for next week. Here is some information:
- The event in on October 4 from 6-8:30.
- We are looking for a space that we can have circular tables that seat... More >
Thursday, October 5, 2017
Berkeley Communicators Toastmasters Club: To Gain Confidence and Find Your Voice
Meeting | December 1, 2016 – December 7, 2017 the first Thursday of the month every month | 7:30-8:30 a.m. | Au Coquelet Cafe, (backroom)
2000 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA
Berkeley Communicators Toastmasters Club
Find out how to improve your public speaking skills and build confidence through the Toastmaster.
If you have wanted to improve your communication skills, practice public speaking and leadership, but find it difficult to do on your own, this is the place for you.
Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday 7:30am - 8:30am every month
Free street parking and close to Downtown Berkeley BART
Free First Thursday at BAMPFA
Special Event | February 2 – December 7, 2017 the first Thursday of the month every month | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
First Thursdays are a great time to visit BAMPFA. The galleries are free all day and we offer guided exhibition tours.
free admission to the galleries
Drop-in Pre-Health Advising
Miscellaneous | September 7 – December 7, 2017 every Thursday with exceptions | 1-4 p.m. | 260 Mulford Hall
Caitlin Green or Marie Dutton, Pre-Health Advisor
Meet with a Pre-Health Advisor on a first-come, first-served basis. For students exploring, preparing for, and/or applying to medical school and other health professional graduate programs.
Open to currently enrolled students and Alumni Advantage members.
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 6, 2017 – December 30, 2018 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 plant species, learn about the vast collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission
Advanced registration not required
Tours may be cancelled without notice.
For day-of inquiries, please call 510-643-2755
For tour questions, please email gardentours@berkeley.edu... More >
Fall Tea at IES
Reception | October 5 | 3-5 p.m. | 201 Moses Hall
Please join us for tea, savory eats, sweet treats, and conversation with our visiting scholars, students, alumni, faculty, staff, and other special friends of the Institute.
KIDS FIRST: David L. Kirp Prize Info Session
Information Session | October 5 | 5-6 p.m. | 2538 Channing (Inst. for the Study of Societal Issues), Duster Conference Room
Institute for the Study of Societal Issues
The KIDS FIRST: David L. Kirp Prize rewards students engaged in new or ongoing work that demonstrates a commitment, whether in education or other domains, to creating a better future for children and youth. The award of $2,500 is given to one UC Berkeley undergraduate student each year. The Prize recognizes students who have developed innovative strategies to increase opportunities for children... More >
Nutanix Info-Session and Networking Event
Information Session | October 5 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430)
Sunil Potti, Chief Product and Development Officer, Nutanix
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)
Please join us for an evening of networking. Nutanix will be hosting a happy hour event on Thursday 10/5 at 5:30 pm at Wozniak Lounge. Our Chief Product and Development Officer, Sunil Potti will be leading an engaging technical discussion on the Nutanix journey and the future of our technologies. Additionally, we will have engineering leaders and other Nutanix employees present to connect 1:1... More >
Las Vegas Candlelight Vigil
Special Event | October 5 | 7-8 p.m. | Campanile (Sather Tower)
ASUC (Associated Students of the University of California)
Join us for a candelight vigil to stand in solidarity for the victims and families who have been affected by the Las Vegas tragedy on October 1, 2017. This will be a time to mourn, pray, and reflect with the campus community. Dean of Students, Joseph Greenwell, will be present. This will also be an opportunity for community members to discuss ways in which we can mobilize and help, as discussed... More >
Friday, October 6, 2017
Certificate Program in Clinical Research Conduct and Management Online Information Session
Information Session | October 6 | 12-1 p.m. | Online
, Berkeley, CA
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.
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 6, 2017 – December 30, 2018 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 plant species, learn about the vast collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission
Advanced registration not required
Tours may be cancelled without notice.
For day-of inquiries, please call 510-643-2755
For tour questions, please email gardentours@berkeley.edu... More >
Saturday, October 7, 2017
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 >
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 6, 2017 – December 30, 2018 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 plant species, learn about the vast collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission
Advanced registration not required
Tours may be cancelled without notice.
For day-of inquiries, please call 510-643-2755
For tour questions, please email gardentours@berkeley.edu... More >
Cal Alumni BOP happy hour
Social Event | October 7 | 5-6 p.m. | Duchess
5422 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
Cal Alumni Club of Berkeley/Oakland/Piedmont
Join the Cal Alumni Club of Berkeley/Oakland/Piedmont for drinks and great conversation. We'll network, socialize, and share stories of our alma mater. If you've never joined us in the past, come and brainstorm with the great minds of fellow grads. See you there!
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 6, 2017 – December 30, 2018 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 plant species, learn about the vast collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission
Advanced registration not required
Tours may be cancelled without notice.
For day-of inquiries, please call 510-643-2755
For tour questions, please email gardentours@berkeley.edu... More >
Monday, October 9, 2017
OPEN HOUSE FOR PROSPECTIVE GRADUATE STUDENTS
Tour/Open House | October 9 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Lobby Wurster Hall
College of Environmental Design
MON, Oct 9, 9:00 to Noon. Registration starts at 8:30.
Discovery Station: CA Native Plants and Indians
Miscellaneous | October 9 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | UC Botanical Garden
The UC Botanical Garden has one of the most diverse plant collections in the world. Visit at our Docent-led interactive Discovery Station to learn more about a particular plant topic. This month's topic is California Native Plants and Indians
Swahili Weekly Social Hour
Social Event | September 25 – December 4, 2017 every Monday | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Blue Door Cafe | Note change in location
2244 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Speak Swahili with your fellow Swahili students and enthusiasts over a drink at Blue Door Cafe (check for location updates). Each person will support their own beverage purchases, but we will provide the good company! And of course, Swahili speaking only! All skill and experience levels are welcome. Karibuni sana!
Uber Tech Talk
Information Session | October 9 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430)
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)
Massive change is afoot at Uber. Talk to engineers Kelvin and Isaac as they discuss UberEATS.
We’ll talk about Uber’s tradition of building and innovation, the focus on personal growth and support, and initiatives for social good around the world. Not to mention welcoming a million women drivers to our platform, changing the face of freight, and tackling gender bias in our app. And most... More >
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Scholar Information Meetings (SIMs)
Orientation | October 10 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | International House, Room location to be posted at entrance to building
Berkeley International Office(BIO))
Newly arrived J-1 postdocs, professors, researchers,short-term scholars, and visiting student researchers are required to attend this meeting to validate their arrival in the U.S. Information on immigration regulations, travel, employment, resources for families, health insurance and other practical information will be discussed.
Drop-in Pre-Health Advising
Miscellaneous | August 29 – December 5, 2017 every Tuesday | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | 3060 Valley Life Sciences Building
Marie Dutton, Pre-Health Advisor
Meet with a Pre-Health Advisor on a first-come, first-served basis. For students exploring, preparing for, and/or applying to medical school and other health professional graduate programs.
Open to currently enrolled students and Alumni Advantage members.
Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program Online Information Session
Information Session | October 10 | 12-1 p.m. | Online
Gain academic preparation in the sciences along with one-on-one advising to enhance your application to medical, dental or veterinary school, as well as to advanced degree programs in medical- and health-related fields.
Drop-in Pre-Health Advising
Miscellaneous | August 29 – December 5, 2017 every Tuesday | 1-3 p.m. | 3060 Valley Life Sciences Building
Caitlin Green, Pre-Health Advisor
Meet with a Pre-Health Advisor on a first-come, first-served basis. For students exploring, preparing for, and/or applying to medical school and other health professional graduate programs.
Open to currently enrolled students and Alumni Advantage members.
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Technion–Israel Institute of Technology
Information Session | October 11 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | 360 Stephens Hall
The Technion Neubauer American Study Abroad Semester includes an internship plus academic course work and extracurricular activities in one of three tracks: Engineering and Science; Entrepreneurship and Innovation; and Industrial Design. Students can take courses from more than one track and can choose from additional courses in history, archaeology, and basic Hebrew for a truly customized... More >
Coffee Break
Social Event | October 4 – December 6, 2017 every Wednesday with exceptions | 3-4 p.m. | Julie's Cafe
2562 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley International Office(BIO))
Coffee break is a welcoming weekly hour-long event at the wonderful Julie's Cafe, inviting international students to meet old friends and make new ones. It's a big campus, but at coffee break, everyone knows your name.
Product Development Program Info Session
Information Session | October 11 | 5-6 p.m. | 402 Latimer Hall
Department of Chemical Engineering
We have begun accepting applications for Fall 2018. Come and meet the PDP's Executive Director Dr. Keith Alexander and current PDP students to learn more about our 1-year non-thesis professional Master's program in Chemical Engineering.
Pizza will be provided.
Please RSVP no later than Monday, 10/9: https://goo.gl/forms/gHObVvFwHLz6eYa72.
Graduates of the PDP almost exclusively choose to... More >
Apple Tech Talk: Cameras and Imaging
Information Session | October 11 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430)
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)
Join us for a Tech Talk with the Camera Hardware
Engineering team. The team is responsible for all research,
design, development, test, and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products.
We make amazing products - and we’re constantly trying
to make them even better. Case in point: When people
use our products to capture images, we want to make
sure that the experience is easy, fun,... More >
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.
Disney Club Meeting: First General Meeting
Meeting | October 11 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | 255 Dwinelle Hall
Leadership, Engagement, Advising, and Development (LEAD) Center
We are thrilled to bring back the Disney Club at Berkeley this year!! Throughout the semester we plan to have movies, game nights, guest speakers, fun trips, and more. Please come to this meeting to learn about how you can be involved in the club. If you can not attend the meeting, but are interested in being in the club, send us a facebook message!
We have already been in contact with... More >
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Berkeley MEng Online Infosession
Information Session | October 12 | 9-10 a.m. | Online
Beth Hoch Leven, Director of Academic Affairs; Megan Braverman, Student Services and Admissions Advisor
Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership
We invite you to join us online for an infosession, led by Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership and current Master of Engineering students and alumni, to learn about our one-year Master of Engineering Program.
Voting Computer Security in the Age of Cyber War
Special Event | October 12 | 12-1 p.m. | 205 South Hall
David Dill, Stanford University
All of the factors are in place for electronic tampering with U.S. election outcomes. David Dill describes the problem and the solution.
Post-Baccalaureate Program for Counseling and Psychology Professions Online Information Session
Information Session | October 12 | 12-1 p.m. | Online
Whether you are a career changer or already working in the field, understand how this program can help you plan an academic program of study and initiate the graduate- school application process.
Drop-in Pre-Health Advising
Miscellaneous | September 7 – December 7, 2017 every Thursday with exceptions | 1-4 p.m. | 260 Mulford Hall
Caitlin Green or Marie Dutton, Pre-Health Advisor
Meet with a Pre-Health Advisor on a first-come, first-served basis. For students exploring, preparing for, and/or applying to medical school and other health professional graduate programs.
Open to currently enrolled students and Alumni Advantage members.
How to Write a Research Proposal Workshop
Information Session | October 12 | 2-3:30 p.m. | 9 Durant Hall
Leah Carroll
Office of Undergraduate Research
If you need to write a grant proposal, this workshop is for you! You'll get a headstart on defining your research question, developing a lit review and project plan, presenting your qualifications, and creating a realistic budget.
The workshop is open to all UC Berkeley students (undergraduate, graduate, and visiting scholars) regardless of academic discipline. It will be especially useful for... More >
Fall Reception: Center for African Studies and The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program
Reception | October 12 | 4-6 p.m. | Stephens Hall, 220, Seminar Room and balcony
Center for African Studies, The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program
Join us for light refreshments and good company
Peterson Kamwathi, Untitled from a Short film for FILMS4PEACE, 2012 from the Making Africa: A Continent of Contemporary Design Exhibition at the Vitra Design Museum.
Justice is Value Based: Is It Time to Re-Examine the Values of the United States?
Memorial | October 12 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Simon Hall, Boalt 295 (Warren Room)
Hon. Abby Abinanti, Chief Judge Yurok Tribe and Co-chair, Judicial Council’s Tribal Court-State Court Forum (CA)
Thelton E. Henderson Center for Social Justice, Center for Native American Issues Research on
Many of today’s Human Beings have an exaggerated belief in the importance of their status in the world. We are part of a universe, and we often fail to be appreciative of our proper role/relationship in terms of the Earth, other beings, and each other. The United States views itself as the greatest power on Earth, but with great gifts come great responsibilities. These include a willingness to be... More >
Workday Info-Session
Information Session | October 12 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430)
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)
Workday is a software company that provides cloud-based HR & financial management services to a wide portfolio of companies. We aggressively seek the best and the brightest college students and graduates to join Generation Workday, a program that’s uniquely designed to nurture, develop, and challenge our future leaders. If you are passionate, fun, and live for breakthrough ideas, you should join... More >
Friday, October 13, 2017
Global Internships Information Session
Information Session | October 13 | 12-1 p.m. | 166 Barrows Hall
General Global Internships Program Overview
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Preparatory Program Online Information Session
Information Session | October 13 | 12-1 p.m. | Online
Richard Louie, UC Berkeley Extension program director
Find out how this specialized program—with online and classroom courses available—can enhance your background in the biological or chemical sciences and help prepare you academically for application to certified CLS training programs.
Flu Shot Clinics at Tang: Drop-in flu shot clinics at the Tang Center, Fall 2017
Miscellaneous | October 13 | 12-6 p.m. | Tang Center, University Health Services, Education Center, first floor
Tang Center (University Health Services)
Flu shot clinics at the Tang Center. Free for students with SHIP; $30 for staff, faculty, and members of the community (college age adults and above) and students without SHIP. No appointment is necessary. It's quick and easy!
No children; college-age students or above.
CANCELED: Microsoft Coding Competition
Information Session | October 13 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430) | Canceled
Saturday, October 14, 2017
College Information Day
Information Session | October 14 | 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Plaza Dwinelle Hall
College Information Day, an event in which college representatives from over 60 public and private colleges and universities, including institutions outside of California, will provide information about their institutions. Workshops in English and Spanish on preparing for college, applying for admission and financial aid, college entrance exams will be offered to students and parents. This free,... More >
Julia Robinson Math Festival
Special Event | October 14 | 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | International House, Chevron Auditorium
Julia Robinson Mathematics Festivals inspire students to explore the richness and beauty of mathematics through activities that encourage collaborative, creative problem-solving. Named for the UC Berkeley math professor and sponsored by the Math Department, this festival is for 6th-10th grade students. The Museum of Math will be bringing some of its traveling exhibits to this festival, which is a... More >
Recommended for 6th - 10th graders interested in math
$10.00
Registration opens October 1. Register online or by calling info@jrmf.org at 19254571500, or by emailing info@jrmf.org at help@jrmf.org by October 14.
I Dig Benicia!: An Official California Archaeology Month Event
Special Event | October 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Benicia Historical Museum at the Camel Barns
2060 Camel Road, Benicia, CA 94510
Archaeological Research Facility, Benicia Historical Museum, Benicia Historical Society
Learn about archaeology and Benicia's rich history as you try your hand at excavating artifacts, making Native American art, reconstructing old pots, Mexican corn grinding, making clay pots, and more! You will dig it!
Archaeology students and affiliates of the ARF are welcome to volunteer for this event!
Sunday, October 15, 2017
4th Annual Harvest Fest
Social Event | October 15 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | UC Gill Tract Community Farm
1050 San Pablo (at Marin), Albany, CA 94706
UC Gill Tract Community Farm
The UC Gill Tract Community Farm presents the 4th annual Harvest Fest 2017! Come join for community farming, live DJs, fresh harvested lunch, workshops, and tabling by local activists. Children's activities will be occurring throughout the day.
Monday, October 16, 2017
Web Essentials Drop In Hours: Non-Coder's Guide to the Web
Information Session | October 16 | 4-6 p.m. | 405 Moffitt Undergraduate Library
Librarians, Librarians, University Library
Student Technology Consultants, Student Technology Consultants, Student Technology Services
Stop by to learn about web design, online publishing, software and support available at Berkeley to help you build websites, create multimedia presentations, and much more. Students from Student Technology Services and Librarians will be here to answer your questions and help orient you to the technology landscape on campus.
Cal ID is required to enter Moffitt
Swahili Weekly Social Hour
Social Event | September 25 – December 4, 2017 every Monday | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Blue Door Cafe | Note change in location
2244 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Speak Swahili with your fellow Swahili students and enthusiasts over a drink at Blue Door Cafe (check for location updates). Each person will support their own beverage purchases, but we will provide the good company! And of course, Swahili speaking only! All skill and experience levels are welcome. Karibuni sana!
Amazon Tech Talk
Information Session | October 16 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430)
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)
Have you never used or heard of version control? Are you new to git? Have you ever been burned by using a git command incorrectly? If so, come to Amazon’s Tech Talk where David Lippa, one of their Software Development Engineers, will talk about the basics of version control with git, share lessons from his 13 year software career, and teach you ways to avoid “Git Hell.”
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Drop-in Pre-Health Advising
Miscellaneous | August 29 – December 5, 2017 every Tuesday | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | 3060 Valley Life Sciences Building
Marie Dutton, Pre-Health Advisor
Meet with a Pre-Health Advisor on a first-come, first-served basis. For students exploring, preparing for, and/or applying to medical school and other health professional graduate programs.
Open to currently enrolled students and Alumni Advantage members.
Drop-in Pre-Health Advising
Miscellaneous | August 29 – December 5, 2017 every Tuesday | 1-3 p.m. | 3060 Valley Life Sciences Building
Caitlin Green, Pre-Health Advisor
Meet with a Pre-Health Advisor on a first-come, first-served basis. For students exploring, preparing for, and/or applying to medical school and other health professional graduate programs.
Open to currently enrolled students and Alumni Advantage members.
Study Abroad Office Hours at Educational Opportunity Program
Meeting | October 17 – December 12, 2017 every Tuesday | 1-3 p.m. | 119 César E. Chávez Student Center
Are you an EOP student interested in studying abroad? A Berkeley Study Abroad Peer Adviser will be holding drop-in office hours at EOP every Wednesdays 1-3pm this semester. Come learn about different programs offered, study abroad scholarships, how to apply and additional services available.
Bridging the Political Divide: A Conversation with Arlie Hochschild and Joan Blades: The Christina Marsden Gillis Academic Lives Program
Special Event | October 17 | 4-6 p.m. | Women's Faculty Club, Stebbins Lounge
Arlie Russell Hochschild, UC Berkeley - Sociology - Professor Emerita; Joan Blades
Arlie Hochschild is one of the most influential sociologists of her generation. She poured five years of her life into a "journey into the heart of the American right" and created a book that gave insight to a bewildered nation many of whose citizens struggled to fathom Trump's ascendancy to power.
Joan Blades- founding partner of Living Room Conversations - is also trained as a mediator... More >
RSVP by calling Front Desk Staff at 510-642-4175, or by emailing Front Desk Staff at womensfacutlyclub@gmail.com by October 16.
Diwali Indian Dinner: Festival of Lights
Social Event | October 17 | 6-8 p.m. | International House, 2nd Floor Dining Commons
Don’t miss Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights! Enjoy a lavish buffet of Indian delicacies and see our Dining Hall transformed with festive lights, candles and decorations.
Everyone is welcome to join I-House residents for these special all-you-can-eat buffet dinners. Cultural theme dinners are free for I-House residents and at $15, a bargain for the public!
Diwali Celebration Menu:
Rice... More >
Diwali at I-House
Atlassian Tech Talk
Information Session | October 17 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430)
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)
What do you do when things go wrong in a highly distributed architecture? It's clear to design a system that does what is intended. This talk is from Atlassian's Head of Infrastructure on how we can design systems that fail less and how to react when the system fails.
We believe all teams have potential to do amazing things.
From space travel and DNA sequencing, to video games and... More >
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Berkeley MEng Recruiting at UCSD
Miscellaneous | October 18 | 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | University of California, San Diego
Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership
The one-year Master of Engineering (MEng) program at UC Berkeley strives to develop leaders who are able to draw equally on their managerial and technical strengths, as they tackle major technological challenges and create innovative solutions in real-world settings. Megan Braverman, Student Services and Admissions Advisor at the Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership, will be present at... More >
Maps and More: Meet the Cartographer! w/ Stace Wright of Eureka Cartography
Tour/Open House | October 18 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | 55A McCone Hall
Stace Wright, Eureka Cartography
How do you tell a story with a map? That’s the question that motivates map maker Stace Wright of Berkeley-based Eureka Cartography. Stace (a Cal alum!) will join us at this special “Meet the Cartographer” edition of Maps and More to talk about the map-making process and business. Eureka Cartography has been creating maps in Berkeley for over 30 years. They specialize in custom mapping, with... More >
Study Abroad Office Hours at the Transfer Center
Meeting | October 18 – December 13, 2017 every Wednesday | 1-3 p.m. | César E. Chávez Student Center
Interested in studying abroad as a transfer student? A Berkeley Study Abroad Peer Adviser will be holding drop-in office hours at the Transfer Student Center every Wednesdays 1-3pm this semester. Come learn about different programs offered, how to apply and additional services available.
Coffee Break
Social Event | October 4 – December 6, 2017 every Wednesday with exceptions | 3-4 p.m. | Julie's Cafe
2562 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Berkeley International Office(BIO))
Coffee break is a welcoming weekly hour-long event at the wonderful Julie's Cafe, inviting international students to meet old friends and make new ones. It's a big campus, but at coffee break, everyone knows your name.
EA Info-Session
Information Session | October 18 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430)
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)
Were you ever interested in working for the game industry? Come out to the Wozniak Lounge to join Moshen Sardari from EA Digital Platform, for a talk about Data Science and the type of projects his team works on! Free food will be provided!
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.
Hamilton Karaoke Night: An On the Same Page event
Social Event | October 18 | 7-9 p.m. | Pappy's Grill and Sports Bar
2367 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
Sureni Dharshi Weerasekera
College of Letters & Science, Department of Music, Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies
Come out and sing your favorite songs from Hamilton with us!
The event is free. We will provide food and music and lyrics--you provide the entertainment!
Our MC will be Sureni Dharshi Weerasekera. Special singing guests will include Dean Bob Jacobsen!
Anyone with a Cal id is welcome to attend, until we reach capacity.
Karaoke Bear
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Berkeley Communicators Toastmasters Club: To Gain Confidence and Find Your Voice
Meeting | January 19 – November 16, 2017 the third Thursday of the month every month | 7:30-8:30 a.m. | Au Coquelet Cafe (backroom)
2000 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA
Berkeley Communicators Toastmasters Club
Find out how to improve your public speaking skills and build confidence through the Toastmaster.
If you have wanted to improve your communication skills, practice public speaking and leadership, but find it difficult to do it on your own, this is the place for you.
Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday 7:30am - 8:30am every month
Free street parking and close to Downtown Berkeley BART
Drop-in Pre-Health Advising
Miscellaneous | September 7 – December 7, 2017 every Thursday with exceptions | 1-4 p.m. | 260 Mulford Hall
Caitlin Green or Marie Dutton, Pre-Health Advisor
Meet with a Pre-Health Advisor on a first-come, first-served basis. For students exploring, preparing for, and/or applying to medical school and other health professional graduate programs.
Open to currently enrolled students and Alumni Advantage members.
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 6, 2017 – December 30, 2018 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 plant species, learn about the vast collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission
Advanced registration not required
Tours may be cancelled without notice.
For day-of inquiries, please call 510-643-2755
For tour questions, please email gardentours@berkeley.edu... More >
Study Abroad in Engineering
Information Session | October 19 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Sibley Auditorium, Bechtel Engineering Center
Panel of students who studied abroad on UC's & Berkeley's Summer programs.
Nvidia Tech Talk
Information Session | October 19 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Soda Hall, Wozniak Lounge (430)
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)
Come join NVIDIA to hear their tech talk on October 19th, starting at 6PM in the Woz! This talk describes roles and challenges in the Hardware Infrastructure group at NVIDIA. Learn how NVIDIA's software development enables them to build great products and design the next impossible chip.
Speaker bio: Eric Chi joined NVIDIA 8 years ago as a senior architect. He has worked in GPU development... More >
Friday, October 20, 2017
CAA Homecoming Cal Cafe 2017 - Friday
Social Event | October 20 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Alumni House
Stop by to celebrate Homecoming with complimentary refreshments and light snacks. Cal Alumni Association (CAA) members will receive a free, Cal-themed souvenir. Visit alumni.berkeley.edu for more information about CAA.
The Homecoming of Letters and Science: Celebrating a Milestone for Berkeley's Liberal Arts Community
Special Event | October 20 | 1-2 p.m. | Dwinelle Hall, Dwinelle Plaza
Carol Christ, Chancellor, UC Berkeley
The College of Letters & Science is the oldest academic unit on the Berkeley campus, and confers more than 70% of undergraduate degrees every year. What better time than “homecoming” to celebrate the creation of an official home for the College?!
Join Chancellor Carol T. Christ and our community of L&S Deans, faculty, students and alumni as we unveil the new front door to the College of... More >
RSVP online or or by emailing LSevents@berkeley.edu by October 13.
Homecoming Tour
Tour/Open House | October 20 | 1-2 p.m. | 3101 Valley Life Sciences Building
Visit one of the largest university-based collections of tetrapod vertebrates in the world, including about 700,000 superb bird, mammal, reptile, and amphibian specimens from around the globe. You’ll see rare and extinct animal specimens, and learn about research projects aimed at answering fundamental questions about evolution and conservation.
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 6, 2017 – December 30, 2018 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 plant species, learn about the vast collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission
Advanced registration not required
Tours may be cancelled without notice.
For day-of inquiries, please call 510-643-2755
For tour questions, please email gardentours@berkeley.edu... More >
Saturday, October 21, 2017
CAA Homecoming Cal Cafe 2017 - Saturday
Social Event | October 21 | 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Alumni House
Stop by to celebrate Homecoming with complimentary refreshments and light snacks. Cal Alumni Association (CAA) members will receive a free, Cal-themed souvenir. Visit alumni.berkeley.edu for more information about CAA.
College of Environmental Design Open House
Special Event | October 21 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Wurster Hall
College of Environmental Design
SAT, OCT 21. 9:00 am. Join us for a day of celebration at Wurster Hall as we shine a light on some of the newest updates to our building, including RICE & BONES, Charles Phans new concept cafe.
Touchdown! Athletic Artifacts at the Hearst Museum of Anthropology
Tour/Open House | October 21 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Hearst Museum of Anthropology
Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology
Sports have existed in varied forms throughout history and around the world. Come check out a special selection of sporting artifacts in celebration of the Homecoming Football Game. From Alaskan sealskin balls to miniature Iroquois lacrosse sticks, get a glimpse of some never before exhibited objects. While you're here, explore our new exhibit People Made These Things: Connecting with the Makers... More >
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 6, 2017 – December 30, 2018 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 plant species, learn about the vast collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission
Advanced registration not required
Tours may be cancelled without notice.
For day-of inquiries, please call 510-643-2755
For tour questions, please email gardentours@berkeley.edu... More >
Sunday, October 22, 2017
Global Homecoming 2017: A day full of unique I-House experiences
Special Event | October 22 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | International House
Don't miss this day of unique I-House experiences and scrumptious international treats! The House will be buzzing with excitement, and we hope you will join in the fun.
Buy tickets online for only $7 for I-House alumni and their guests, or $12 for community members. Online registration closes Friday, October 20th at 12 pm.
Tickets will also be available at the door for $10 for I-House... More >
Public Service Center 50th Anniversary Celebration
Special Event | October 22 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Martin Luther King Jr. Student Union, Pauley Ballroom
Angela Glover Blackwell J.D. ’77, CEO, PolicyLink; Fred Blackwell M.C.P. ’96, CEO, The San Francisco Foundation
Carol T. Christ, Chancellor, UC Berkeley
This year, UC Berkeley’s Public Service Center — formerly known as Cal Corps — is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Join us to honor Berkeley’s legacy of social change and inspiring generations of students to become engaged civic leaders. Light refreshments will be served.
Opening remarks by Chancellor Carol T. Christ. Keynote by mother-son duo Angela Glover Blackwell J.D. ’77, CEO of... More >
Space is limited. Please RSVP to Cardis McKines–Jones at mckinesjones@berkeley.edu or 510.643.3249.
RSVP by calling Cardis McKines–Jones at 510.643.3249, or by emailing Cardis McKines–Jones at mckinesjones@berkeley.edu
Celebrate 50 years of public service
Meditation and Mindfulness in the Museum
Miscellaneous | October 22 | 11:30 a.m. | Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
Jill Satterfield leads a monthly series of mindfulness and meditation sessions at BAMPFA.
CASA's Top Dog with Top Dog's
Social Event | October 22 | 12-2 p.m. | Alumni House
Cal Alumni Student Association
Top Dog with Top Dogs celebrates the Golden Bear spirit that Berkeley students and alumni of all ages share. Our event is a casual networking event in which students and alumni can connect for the purposes of meeting people who share your experiences, gaining mentorships, or finding potential educational and employment opportunities. Unlike typical formal networking events, Top Dog with Top Dogs... More >
Docent-led tour
Tour/Open House | January 6, 2017 – December 30, 2018 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 plant species, learn about the vast collection, and see what is currently in bloom. Meet at the Entry Plaza.
Free with Garden admission
Advanced registration not required
Tours may be cancelled without notice.
For day-of inquiries, please call 510-643-2755
For tour questions, please email gardentours@berkeley.edu... More >
Monday, October 23, 2017
How to Write a Research Proposal Workshop
Information Session | October 23 | 4-5:30 p.m. | 9 Durant Hall
Leah Carroll
Office of Undergraduate Research
If you need to write a grant proposal, this workshop is for you! You'll get a headstart on defining your research question, developing a lit review and project plan, presenting your qualifications, and creating a realistic budget.
The workshop is open to all UC Berkeley students (undergraduate, graduate, and visiting scholars) regardless of academic discipline. It will be especially useful for... More >
Swahili Weekly Social Hour
Social Event | September 25 – December 4, 2017 every Monday | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Blue Door Cafe | Note change in location
2244 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Speak Swahili with your fellow Swahili students and enthusiasts over a drink at Blue Door Cafe (check for location updates). Each person will support their own beverage purchases, but we will provide the good company! And of course, Swahili speaking only! All skill and experience levels are welcome. Karibuni sana!
TRANSOC TRB Info Session
Information Session | October 23 | 6-7 p.m. | 412 McLaughlin Hall
