Other events
Sunday, November 17, 2019
NaNoWriMo 2019: Come Write In at Doe Library
Special Event | November 3 – December 1, 2019 every Sunday | 1-4 p.m. | Doe Library, Room 180 Doe
National Novel Writing Month – Celebrate 20 Years of Creativity at Doe Library!
Have you ever thought about writing a novel but just didn’t think you had the time? Join fellow writers during the month of November at Doe Library and let your creativity shine!
The Library attempts to offer programs in accessible, barrier-free settings. If you think you may require disability-related accommodations, please contact Shannon Monroe at least two weeks prior to the event at smonroe@berkeley.edu
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, November 18, 2019
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 >
Study Abroad in Japan
Information Session | November 18 | 3-5 p.m. | 140 Barrows Hall
Learn about study abroad opportunities in Japan at this info session and panel. We will also talk about available scholarships.
San Francisco World History Reading Group: India Connected by Ravi Agrawal
Meeting | November 18 | 5-7 p.m. | Civic Center Secondary School
1995 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102
ORIAS (Office of Resources for International and Area Studies)
Teachers in ORIAS World History Reading Groups read one book each month within a global studies theme. Participants meet monthly to eat and spend two hours in collegial conversation. It is a relaxing, intellectually rich atmosphere for both new and experienced teachers.
This event is for k-14 teachers.
Register online or or by emailing Shane Carter at orias@berkeley.edu
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Professional Program in User Experience (UX) Design Online Information Session
Information Session | November 19 | 12-12:30 p.m. | Online
UC Berkeley Extension's Professional Program in User Experience Design gives you the training and knowledge you need to develop a portfolio to prepare to enter the field of UX design. Our instructors are experienced designers who bring real-world case studies and challenges to illuminate the theory behind UX. Find out how you can benefit from this curriculum and advance in the field.
Free. Register online
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.
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 >
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, November 20, 2019
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.
Professional Program in Graphic Design Online Information Session
Information Session | November 20 | 12-12:30 p.m. | Online
UC Berkeley Extension's Professional Program in Graphic Design offers a study of design principles and an appreciation of historical and current trends. Find out how you can learn from industry professionals to build a portfolio and advance in the field.
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 >
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 >
SURF Summer Research Scholarships Info Session
Information Session | November 20 | 3-4 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
New Volunteer Information Session
Information Session | November 20 | 3-4:30 p.m. | UC Botanical Garden
Perry Hall
Join us for an information session about the volunteer programs at UCBG. Find out what opportunities are currently available, what the requirements are, and learn how to get started.
In addition to registering, please email the Volunteer & Tour Coordinator at perry[at]berkeley.edu.
Register online or by calling 510-643-7265
Study Abroad in France
Information Session | November 20 | 4:30-6 p.m. | 370 Dwinelle Hall
Explore your opportunities to study abroad in France for a summer, semester or year. Hear from Berkeley students who have studied and/or interned in France while earning UC credit.
Global Bears Festival
Social Event | November 20 | 5-7:30 p.m. | International House, Auditorium
Berkeley International Office(BIO))
The Global Bears Festival is an exciting event for all students and staff where we celebrate the diverse and international student body at Berkeley. Taking place in the International House Auditorium, this event is a collaboration with International Students Association at Berkeley (ISAB) and will feature performances, food, and traditions from around the world.
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, November 21, 2019
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.
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 >
Beyond Berkeley: Finding Research Opportunities Off-Campus
Information Session | November 21 | 4-5 p.m. | 9 Durant Hall
Alexander Jaffe, PhD candidate, PhD candidate, Molecular and Cell Biology
Office of Undergraduate Research
Alexander Jaffe, doctoral candidate in Molecular and Cell Biology, will share insights on how to find, and be selected for, off-campus research opportunities such as Research Experiences for Undergraduates (https://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/) and more. This event was extremely popular at the Research and Scholarships Fair, so we decided to run it again. Don't miss it!
Friday, November 22, 2019
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Preparatory Program Online Information Session
Information Session | November 22 | 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.
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 >
College of Chemistry annual LGBTQ+ reception
Social Event | November 22 | 5-7 p.m. | 775 Tan Hall
For Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer students, faculty, staff, alumni, and allies in science, technology, engineering and math.
Queer students outside of STEM are also welcome to attend.
Presented by the College of Chemistry with the goal of fostering the
well-being and self-respect of LGBTQ+ students and eliminating
discrimination based on gender identity and sexual... More >
Saturday, November 23, 2019
Strawberry Creek Restoration Day
Special Event | November 23 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Wellman Hall, bridge south of Wellman in direction of Moffit
Tim Pine, campus environmental protection specialist
Society for Conservation Biology, Berkeley Chapter
Want to help restore a problematic reach of Strawberry Creek?
Have you ever noticed this blackberry and ivy-covered portion on the east end of West Oval Glade?
Join the Society for Conservation Biology, Berkeley chapter, and UC Berkeley Environmental Protection Specialist Tim Pine for a sweaty, hard-working, and inspiring volunteer day! For this volunteer event, we will focus on the removal... More >
Cal at Stanford Big Game Tailgate
Special Event | November 23 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Koret Plaza
, Stanford, CA
Join the Cal Alumni Association (CAA) and Cal Athletics for the 122nd Big Game in Palo Alto and the return of this exciting pregame tailgate. Enjoy the company of friends old and new, and revel in the pageantry of the Cal Band and Spirit Groups before Cal retakes the Axe from the Cardinal!
Tailgate Time: 2.5 hours before kickoff
Kickoff: TBD
Sonoma: Big Game Viewing Party at Epicenter
Social Event | November 23 | 1-4 p.m. | Epicenter
3215 Coffey Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Cal Alumni Association, Cal Alumni Club of Sonoma County
It's one of the oldest rivalries in American college football. Join fellow Cal fans at Epicenter to cheer on the Golden Bears as they take back the Stanford Axe! Watch the game on the big screens and enjoy drinks and apps from Epicenter's Victory House.
Not a Cal alum? No worries! Friends of Cal are always welcome at our events.
Special thanks to Epicenter for hosting this event!
Go... 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
