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The Future of Work Podcast—New Episode!

Certificate Program in College Admissions and Career Planning graduate Elaine Chan

Education

 

A Career That Feeds the Soul

Data Science and Software Development certificates graduate Iñaki Longa in Seattle

Technology and Information Management

 

On a Lifelong Learning Journey in Data Analytics

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The Future of Work Podcast—New Episode!

Sarah Benzuly - November 20, 2022

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the way we worked and the skills we needed to succeed in our respective fields was shifting.

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Education
Certificate Program in College Admissions and Career Planning graduate Elaine Chan

A Career That Feeds the Soul

Lori Gray - February 6, 2023

Elaine Chan grew up in the United Kingdom (UK) and moved to California when she was in eighth grade. During her secondary years, college admissions and career planning wasn’t top of mind for...

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March 13 In-Person Event: Personal Financial Planning Career Night

Sarah Benzuly - January 31, 2023

Don't miss an outstanding evening devoted to networking and career planning. Join our Personal Financial Planning (PFP) Program Industry Advisory board members at this event for our PFP students,...

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Celebrating Black History Month

Sarah Benzuly - January 30, 2023

It is not by accident that we celebrate Black History Month throughout February. Dr. Carter G. Woodson, known as the Father of Black History and the founder of the Association for the Study of...

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Technology and Information Management
Data Science and Software Development certificates graduate Iñaki Longa in Seattle

On a Lifelong Learning Journey in Data Analytics

Lori Gray - January 25, 2023

Growing up in the Basque city of Bilbao, on the Atlantic coast of northern Spain, Iñaki Longa wasn’t envisioning a career in the technology and information management industry.

He attended...

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Business
Personal Financial Planning certificate graduate Sergio Campos with San Francisco skyline in background

Hard Work Leads to Financial Gains

Lori Gray - January 24, 2023

From an early age, Sergio Campos saw firsthand how to be responsible with money and work to gain financial security. Sergio’s mother, Lupe, has been his greatest influence for working and studying...

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February 24 Online Event: Pitch Global

Sarah Benzuly - January 24, 2023

If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.

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Technology and Information Management
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Flying Into Endless Career Opportunities

Sarah Benzuly - January 19, 2023

Like so many others, when COVID-19 hit, Ryan Nichols took some time for self-introspection. His 20-year-old web development company had hit a plateau. Sure, he was continuing to provide the best...

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January 27 Online Event: Pitch Global

Sarah Benzuly - December 14, 2022

If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.

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Art and Design
Shannon MIlar standing in front of numerous circle mirrors

Graphic Design Past Supports Visual Arts Future

Sarah Benzuly - December 12, 2022

Shannon Milar is no stranger to the world of design. She’s logged more than 25 years of digital experience design at iconic, world-class brands:

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Education
Certificate Program in College Admissions and Career Planning graduate and independent educational consultant Priscilla Vivio

Taking Her Own Career Counseling Advice

Lori Gray - December 9, 2022

Certificate Program in College Admissions and Career Planning graduate and independent educational consultant Priscilla Vivio recalls an early lesson on the first day in the first course:

“...

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Business
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Finding the Art of Marketing

Sarah Benzuly - November 29, 2022

The creative draw is strong with Hanna Bandalier. That first taste came while working as an editor and journalist at Houzz in her native Ukraine.

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Business
Certificate Program in Finance graduate Hosea Lin in a suit, looking off to the side

A Future in Business Finance

Lori Gray - November 28, 2022

Since attending high school in the suburbs of Los Angeles, Hosea Lin has been guided to a career in business. He was chapter and sectional leader of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA),...

Student Stories finance business administration accounting financial planning and analysis career enhancement
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December 9 Online Event: Pitch Global

Sarah Benzuly - November 15, 2022

If you want to watch upcoming global entrepreneurs pitch to some of the most well-connected investors in Silicon Valley via zoom, here is your chance.

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December 13 Online Event: Professional Job Search Strategy Series—Branded Resume Basics

Sarah Benzuly - November 15, 2022

On average, employers spend just six to seven seconds looking at each resume that comes across their desk. So what exactly are they looking for and, most importantly, what will make your resume...

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Sciences, Mathematics and Biotechnology
Post-Baccalaureate Health Professions Program alum Alan Tran wearing his medical school jacket

Believe in Yourself

Lori Gray - November 15, 2022

Alan Tran’s initial interest in biological sciences was influenced by a life-changing experience during high school when he was a volunteer at the front desk of Kaiser Permanente in Fremont.

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Business
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Why Study Managerial Accounting

Sarah Benzuly - November 8, 2022

Accounting is for accountants, right? Well, not exactly. If you’re making any type of decision—financial or non-financial—you’ll need to understand managerial accounting.

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November 14 Event: Climate Masterminds

Sarah Benzuly - October 31, 2022

Climate Masterminds brings together experts and industry players who are developing new technologies and ideas in confronting our climate challenges and ushering in sustainability solutions.

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Acknowledging a Debt and Encouraging Native American Success

Lori Gray - October 28, 2022

National Native American Heritage Month provides an opportunity for our entire community to rethink the profound debt it owes to the indigenous peoples who provided the land on which UC Berkeley...

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November 17 Online Event: Professional Job Search Strategy Series—Silent and Not-so-Silent Searching

Sarah Benzuly - October 27, 2022

In 2021, record numbers of Americans left their jobs for a variety of reasons. Some were after a higher salary, but many were looking for more flexible work cultures, extended PTO, better benefits...

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