Graduate Success Series

Join us THIS WEEK for the Grad Success Series, a dynamic lineup of workshops and events designed to empower you throughout your graduate journey. Connect with fellow grad students, learn from experts, and gain practical tools to thrive academically, professionally, and personally. 
Find all of our events on Shoreline and join the Graduate Student Resource Group.

Career Services - How to Stay on Top of your Career Prospects Early on

Thursday, September 19 | 1pm-2pm 
MAYA HARGENS
Assistant Director  |  Graduate Career Services 
Learn about how to check in with yourself about your career goals, skills, and values; See clearly what you might do at each stage of your degree to support your future job success.

Academic Services - The Pursuit of Work/Life Harmony

Thursday, September 19 | 2pm-3pm 
RYAN SIMS
Associate Academic Services Director  |   Academic Counselor
Learn strategies/resources that can help you better manage the different forms of adversity you may encounter. There are a great number of campus policies, procedures, and other information you should know so you can be proactive when it comes to your academic success at UCSB.

Graduate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Navigating the Academy for Students from Diverse Populations

Friday, September 20 | 1pm-2pm 
CARLOS NASH
Director  |  Diversity Program
This workshop is designed to empower students from diverse backgrounds as they navigate the unique challenges of academia. Gain insights on how to leverage your strengths, access resources, and build a supportive network to thrive in graduate school.

Library - Getting to Know the UCSB Library: Tips for Success

Friday, September 20 | 2pm-3pm 
KRISTEN LABONTE
Research and Engagement Librarian
Unlock the full potential of the UCSB Library with this essential workshop. Learn how to navigate its vast resources, from finding academic articles and using specialized databases to accessing study spaces and borrowing materials.