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Legal Studies Global Access Program Ambassador Simin Yu

Simin Yu - October 24, 2019

I am Simin Yu from Beijing, China. I graduated from Beijing University of Chemical Technology and I am now studying Legal Studies here at UC Berkeley.

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My Time in the Legal Studies Global Access Program

Yunwen Ni - October 24, 2019

Hi! My name is Olivia and I am an undergraduate studying Jurisprudence at East China University of Political Science and Law. and I have already stayed in Berkeley for a month! I am a Legal...

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What Is Optional Practical Training (OPT)?

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - October 23, 2019

Ever wanted to work in the United States? If you complete two semesters of study through our Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) or our Professional Certificates, you may become eligible...

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Why I Returned for Another Semester of the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program

Hugo de Jong - October 18, 2019

My name is Hugo and I am privileged to be spending two semesters in what might possibly be one of the world’s most unique learning environments—something that just over a year ago I would’ve never...

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I'm a BHGAP Student From Denmark and Here's What I've Learned so Far

Frederik Bock - October 14, 2019

My most important advice for preparation is to begin searching for housing early to be sure to get a good and cheap housing. Make sure that your housing is close to campus due to the steep hills...

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My Life at UC Berkeley Haas

Jiaxin Lei - October 10, 2019

When I first got to campus, I felt that there were many students on campus, and they were all energetic. At the same time, I also felt life was quite different than before. I needed to cook, sweep...

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My Exchange Semester at the University of California, Berkeley

Lukas Linn - October 9, 2019

At the very beginning, I asked myself: “What do I want to get out of my exchange semester?” I thought about it for quite a long time. I wanted to go to a university that could help me pursue my...

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Karin and the rest of the BHGAP students smiling and posing for a picture in front of Doe Memorial Library, holding 2019 balloons in their hands.

That's a Wrap, BHGAP

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - October 4, 2019

Thinking back to how the past few months unfolded, I can say that I’ve become more open, more proactive, more comfortable in the unknown and more curious about the world around me.

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Spring Break as a BHGAP Student

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - September 30, 2019

Five fellow BHGAPers and I decided to go on a road trip to Los Angeles, Death Valley, and Las Vegas. I had a memorable spring break trip with the best people I can ever imagine. I'm grateful for a...

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From Munich to Berkeley for BHGAP

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - September 26, 2019

My name is Karin, a globetrotter, a foodie, and an adventurer at heart. I study business administration and computer science at the Technical University of Munich. One month ago, I packed my bags...

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Berkeley Haas: Beyond Business

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - September 16, 2019

I’ve been so accustomed to acquiring knowledge through textbooks. But here at BHGAP I get it through hands-on experience.

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Global Students Visit Silicon Valley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - September 9, 2019

Studying in BHGAP is never just limited to classrooms. What makes BHGAP unique is that it provides students opportunities to personally experience and be immersed in leading businesses, through...

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Here's What Happens When You Get Entrepreneurship Students on Camera

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - August 27, 2019

A few of our students decided to make videos of their time on campus using just their cell phones and their creativity. Have a look!

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Arriving in Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - August 2, 2019

You can truly be yourself here, since no one is judgmental and the environment is so inclusive—there are no “right” answers in class, so each voice can be heard equally.

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My Time in Berkeley: What I Expected vs. What I Got

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - August 1, 2019

I have to admit; I was very skeptical when arriving in Berkeley because I had never made an investment as big as $20K. Looking back, I do not regret any of it and if I were asked, I would do it...

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Author and professor Barry Schwartz poses with the BHGAP cohort of international students.

My Favorite BHGAP Classes

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - July 26, 2019

I am enrolled in a series of really interesting and mind boggling classes. I won't write in detail about each subject, but I want to evaluate those which I favor the most.

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California Dreaming

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - July 25, 2019

There is a lot of fun stuff to do around the Bay Area and even though my workweek is packed with essays, readings and group projects, I sometimes get to go on adventures with my new international...

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BHGAP: My First Impressions of Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - July 22, 2019

Exactly one month ago, I arrived at San Francisco International Airport, together with my classmate Chris. We had no idea what an incredible journey would lie ahead of us.

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Preparing Students for The Next Step in Their Careers

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - July 12, 2019

We wanted to provide more resources for international students who come to study in Berkeley. The career development that we offer ensures that they leave not only with practical skills related to...

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Environmental Design Students Visit Leading Design Firm

Sarah Benzuly - July 5, 2019

With more than 3,500 active clients, Gensler works with clients from across the globe—large, small, private, public, for-profit, non-profit. The leading firm offers high-quality services in...

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BGA Discover student Dan Pham from Copenhagen poses with this UC Berkeley gear at a football game.

Danish Student Gets the Full UC Berkeley Experience Through BGA Discover

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - June 21, 2019

Dan Nguyen Pham is a biology and biotechnology student at the University of Copenhagen. He spent his semester abroad at UC Berkeley, which is regularly ranked as one of the world's top public...

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Videos: Our First Legal Studies Graduates Talk About Their Berkeley Experience

Sarah Benzuly - June 20, 2019

In May 2019, our first group of students graduated from their semester-long study in the Berkeley Legal Studies Global Access Program.

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Design Thinking at Berkeley and Beyond

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - June 11, 2019

We sat down with Jennifer Caleshu, M.B.A., a lecturer for BHGAP, to learn more about her approach and what she sees as the most important lessons students get out of the Design Thinking course....

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BHGAP students pose in front of UC Berkeley's iconic Sather Gate.

In their Own Language: Entrepreneurship Students Talk About UC Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - June 5, 2019

Each semester has brought in a more diverse cohort than the last, so it got us thinking—let's hear our students' perspectives about the program, in their native languages.

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LinkedIn, among many other companies, was a visitation site for BHGAP students.

Network and Net Worth: My Silicon Valley Experience

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 8, 2019

One of my favorite aspects of the program were the company visits that took place. Companies around San Francisco and the Silicon Valley opened their arms to us, and it was nice to see such a...

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Berkeley Experiences: Game Day

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - January 3, 2019

In the beginning when I came to Berkeley to take part in the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program, it was kind of weird for me to see everybody chatting about football instead of soccer. But I...

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Marketing Graduate Maria Paula Takes Lessons Learned Back to Brazil

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - December 26, 2018

Maria Paula Bicalho received her undergraduate degree in Business Administration in Brazil. Wanting a study-abroad experience that would provide her with focused instruction in marketing, Maria...

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Video: Professional Certificate Alumnus Speaks About Founding a Business

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - October 24, 2017

Camilo Navarro, an alumnus of UC Berkeley Extension's professional certificate programs, and Alvaro Silberstein, a graduate of UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business, co-founded Wheel the World, a...

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