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Gain real-world insights from our UC Berkeley–approved instructors who excel in their fields. Our educators share their experiences—in and out of the classroom—and how they got to where they are today.
Fifteen Hours and 5,900 Miles Away
Aug 30, 2022
In March 2020, my UC Berkeley Extension class shifted suddenly from a live classroom-based course to one held via Zoom. Although I...
10 min
Educating Tomorrow’s Scientists
Aug 17, 2022
Daniel Benjamin is, by nature, a curious learner. He’s fascinated by the intricacies of the human body, which has been the core focus...
Nonprofit Organizations Need Accounting, Too
May 23, 2022
We really do have the best students. They are the reason so many of our instructors continue to teach courses in the humanities,...
Alexa, Check My Spelling
Mar 2, 2022
Sure, you can ask Siri or Alexa to tell you a joke, add something to your grocery list or set a timer. You can even have your Tesla...
8 min
The Future of Work Transcript: Women in Leadership—Overcoming Barriers
Mar 1, 2022
Read the full transcript from the Future of Work Women in Leadership—Overcoming Barriers podcast episode
Honoring Our Instructors for National Women's Month
Feb 28, 2022
Cleopatra. Queen Elizabeth. Jane Austen. Sojourner Truth. Malala Yousafzai. The names of great women resound throughout history....
14 min
The Benefits of Studying Project Management
Feb 14, 2022
You wouldn’t think it, but even a trip to the grocery store is a project. This is instructor Anthony Minstein’s take on it:
15 min
Fully Committed to Teach Finance
Feb 8, 2022
Certificate Program in Finance instructor Powell Cappel did not take a direct route in his education, to say the least, to get where he...
Vaneese Johnson Has Your Back
Nov 30, 2021
Vaneese Johnson has six words for you: “Treat your career like a business.” It’s a mantra you should keep whether you’re looking...