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Think Globally, Act Locally

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BHGAP Graduate Marcelo Lisboa de Castro Reis Finds Opportunity Wherever He Looks

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Meet BHGAP Graduate Lea Müller

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Fulbright Scholars in Berkeley

Nicole Schreyer - February 2, 2023

My semester abroad in the Berkeley Global Access Program was made possible through the German Fulbright Association, which is a scholarship that offers financial support to full-time studies at a

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Think Globally, Act Locally

Sophie Bjertnaes - December 16, 2022

I bet you have heard this sentence before; if not, I advise you to take a moment to reflect on this catchphrase. I heard it for the first time in a business setting at INSEAD’s entrepreneurship

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BHGAP Graduate Marcelo Lisboa de Castro Reis Finds Opportunity Wherever He Looks

Sarah Benzuly - December 1, 2022

Marcelo Lisboa de Castro Reis is a naturally curious person. It’s what spurred him on to pursue and earn his mechanical engineering undergraduate degree from Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa

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Meet Berkeley Haas Global Access Program Graduate Iris Yuning

Ellen Zheng - November 28, 2022

After attending an information session about our Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) at her home university of University-Beijing Foreign Studies University, Iris Yuning knew she wanted to

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Meet BHGAP Graduate Lea Müller

Sarah Benzuly - November 3, 2022

Lea Müller’s life motto is “accept or change,” which she defines as, “If I don’t like something, I won’t complain but rather act toward a solution.” This guiding light is mirrored and accentuated

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UC Berkeley Is the #1 Public School in the U.S.

Sarah Benzuly - October 10, 2022

UC Berkeley is the Number 1 public school in the country—tied with UCLA, according to the newest American college rankings by U.S. News and World Report.

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Thriving in the Center of Entrepreneurial Excellence

Sarah Benzuly - July 29, 2022

Rioko Enomoto had a really cool idea while attending the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP). While chatting with her new Berkeley friends, the topic of food always came up. It’s too

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UC Berkeley Draw: Academic Excellence, Multicultural Environment

Sarah Benzuly - July 27, 2022

Futian Zhong’s two main interests fall at the intersection of economics and research. A soon-to-be junior at Peking University, majoring in economics, Futian brings research opportunities into his

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Building and Bringing Back Home Berkeley Memories

Christian Johnsrud - May 27, 2022

There are certain experiences during one's life that go into the "Unforgettable" category. Either because it is a happy memory, a sad memory or maybe a character-defining one.

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A Glimpse Into Being an International Student

Miah Helgesen - April 18, 2022

One thing I can say on behalf of every international student, is that time flies fast. In Norway, the semester is longer which only means you should cherish your time here even more!

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Building a Sustainable Economy

Samantha Santos - April 11, 2022

I’m Samantha Sepulveda, a Mexican university student majoring in Economics. I studied at Technological Institute of Monterrey (ITESM) in Monterrey, Mexico, and then worked in the corporate world

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UC Berkeley: Experience of a Lifetime!

Sakshi Jain - April 9, 2022

The first time I heard about UC Berkeley was when I was pursuing my undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering back in India.

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A Three-Continent Master’s Education

Sarah Benzuly - March 7, 2022

The Berkeley Haas Global Access Program is exactly what its name says—global. We’re excited to be a part of EDHEC’s Master in Management, Global Economic Transformation and Technology program.

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UC Berkeley Number 1 Public School for Startup Founders in Pitchbook Rankings

Sarah Benzuly - November 30, 2021

For the third straight year, UC Berkeley has topped the list as the nation's best public university for startup founders and remains the second-best university among both private and public

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Celebrating International Education Week

Jill Vanderkar - November 15, 2021

“International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of Education (ED)

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What to Expect in Your First Months at Haas as an International Student

Hélène Guo - November 10, 2021

I’m Hélène, a French Chinese graduate student majoring in business. I studied at EDHEC Business School in Paris, SKK University in Seoul and then worked in sustainable finance and private equity.

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Berkeley Global—Experiencing Transformative Innovation Firsthand

Gustav Nørrelund - October 27, 2021

My name is Gustav and I am 23 years old. I have been studying international business and politics at Copenhagen Business School for the last two years. In the spring, I decided to complement my

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Activities You Can Enjoy After Being Admitted to Berkeley Global

Nami Asaga - October 19, 2021

My name is Nami Asaga. I am a 20-year-old sophomore student from Aoyama Gakuin University in Japan.

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What Is It Like Being an International Student at the Berkeley Haas School of Business?

Sarah Worsøe Larsen - October 18, 2021

My name is Sarah Worsøe Larsen and I’m a 23-year-old undergraduate student from Aarhus University, School of Business and Social Sciences. My major is economics and business administration and

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How Haas Shaped My "Performance with Purpose" Business Mindset

Marie Auré - October 18, 2021

Every day, I smile for a good ten straight minutes. From 12:00 pm to 12:10 pm. Precisely. That’s when University Carillonist Jeff Davis gives his concert from the top of the Sather Tower aka UC

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My Journey at the Haas School of Business

Shreya Nemani - October 18, 2021

My name is Shreya Nemani and I’m an exchange student from the University of Melbourne in Australia. I consider myself very fortunate to pursue a semester in the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program

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Yuhe Sun Puts Aside Anxiety and Thrives at Haas

Yuhe Sun - October 18, 2021

My name is Yuhe Sun. I am a visiting student from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen. I’m in the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) for the fall 2021 semester. It has been a

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Back on Campus After Nearly Two Years!

Anna Zheng - October 18, 2021

My name is Anna Zheng and I’m studying Industrial Engineering with RWTH Aachen University in Germany. After postponing my exchange semester due to the pandemic, I’m now very happy to be studying

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How Berkeley Has Taught Me to Work Hard and Play Harder

Yitong Zhang - October 15, 2021

My name is Yitong Zhang and I am a senior student majoring in English at Hainan University in China. I am spending one year at University of California, Berkeley through the Berkeley Global Access

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Global Ambassador Kohtaro Yagi Talks Business and Studying Abroad

Kohtaro Yagi - October 14, 2021

My name is Kohtaro Yagi and I am a junior from Waseda University in Japan, majoring in economics.

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Online Information Session: Berkeley Physics International Education Program

Sarah Benzuly - October 12, 2021

The Berkeley Physics International Education (BPIE) Program provides undergraduate international students an exciting opportunity to study at UC Berkeley for one semester or one year.

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Online Information Session: Berkeley Chemistry Visiting Student Program

Sarah Benzuly - October 12, 2021

Learn about the Berkeley Chemistry Visiting Student Program, created to bring international students to Berkeley for one or two semesters for an amazing study-abroad experience.

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Online Information Session: Berkeley Haas Global Access Program

Sarah Benzuly - October 12, 2021

Learn about the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program, created to bring international students to Berkeley for one or two semesters for an amazing study-abroad experience.

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Online Information Session: All Visiting Student Programs

Sarah Benzuly - October 12, 2021

Learn about all of our full-time study programs—specifically geared for international students—through Berkeley Global.

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An Inside Look at a BHGAP Global Ambassador's Semester Abroad!

- October 11, 2021

Living and studying in the Netherlands has always brought me a lot of pleasure. I love my Dutch friends, my Dutch family, the Dutch system, the Dutch food and the Dutch culture—Basically, the

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Why You Should Be a Visiting Student at Berkeley Global

Sarah Benzuly - October 7, 2021

Top-notch academics. Amazing faculty. Diverse set of courses. Short-term programs.

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Writing the Statement of Purpose

Sarah Benzuly - October 1, 2021

If you’re interested in applying to any of our semester- or academic year–long study-abroad programs, you’ll need to include a statement of purpose.

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October 7 Event: Stress Less-Games and Crafts Night

Ziva Shachar - September 24, 2021

Join us to relax and refresh in the middle of a busy semester! We will have four fun crafting and relaxation stations.

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October 2 Event: Giants Game

Ziva Shachar - September 15, 2021

Join us to watch one of the most exciting Giants games of the season in their home stadium in San Francisco!

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September 23 Online Event: Global Happy Hour

Ziva Shachar - September 1, 2021

Get to know other students and learn all about international food! It's going to be a tasty conversation.

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September 12 Event: Big C Hike

Ziva Shachar - September 1, 2021

Join other Berkeley Global Students at 1 pm on September 12 to hike to the UC Berkeley landmark—the Big C!

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September 10 Online Event: Legal Studies Global Access Program Online Information Session

Sarah Benzuly - August 31, 2021

Learn about the Berkeley Global Chemistry Visiting Student Program, created to bring international students to Berkeley for one or two semesters for an amazing study-abroad experience.

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September 9 Online Event: Berkeley Haas Global Access Program Online Information Session

Sarah Benzuly - August 31, 2021

Learn about the Berkeley Global Chemistry Visiting Student Program, created to bring international students to Berkeley for one or two semesters for an amazing study-abroad experience.

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September 9 Online Event: Chemistry Visiting Student Program Online Information Session

Sarah Benzuly - August 31, 2021

Learn about the Berkeley Global Chemistry Visiting Student Program, created to bring international students to Berkeley for one or two semesters for an amazing study-abroad experience.

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Online Information Session: All Visiting Student Programs

Sarah Benzuly - August 31, 2021

Learn about all of our full-time study programs—specifically geared for international students—through UC Berkeley Global.

You will:

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Recurring Online Event: English Conversation Tables

Ziva Shachar - August 31, 2021

Hosted by the Berkeley International Office, English Conversation Tables focuses on slang, figures of speech and idiomatic phrases.

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August 23 Event: Campus Scavenger Hunt

Ziva Shachar - August 10, 2021

Get ready to get to know campus like the back of your hand! We'll pair you with a group of six new friends and the winners will get a prize.

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August 21 Event: San Francisco Scavenger Hunt

Ziva Shachar - August 10, 2021

Explore San Francisco and discover the classic tourist sites and the spots that only locals know about.

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Ongoing Event: Meditation Mondays

Ziva Shachar - August 10, 2021

Take a 15-minute break from your Monday

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August 19 Online Event: Global Happy Hour on California Slang

Ziva Shachar - August 10, 2021

Grab your favorite beverage and log on, because not only will you have a chance to meet students from all Berkeley Global programs, we're also going to be talking California slang.

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August 12 Online Event: Looking In and Looking Out

Ziva Shachar - August 10, 2021

Facilitated by expert trainer Ericka Acquaah-Arhin, explore questions of national and global identity while delving into the terminology and cultural understanding of race in the United States.

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August 17 Online Event: Student Panel: Adapting to the U.S. Education Style

Ziva Shachar - August 10, 2021

Are you familiar with and prepared to succeed in the U.S.-style of classroom?

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August 16 Online Event: Welcome Reception

Ziva Shachar - August 10, 2021

Come meet your fellow Berkeley Global Fall 2021 students, who come from all over the world!

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Writing a Compelling Scholarship Essay

Sarah Benzuly - July 30, 2021

Scholarships are a great way to offset the cost of a study-abroad program, but scholarships can be limited in how many are offered per semester.

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Become a Global Ambassador!

Jill Vanderkar - July 30, 2021

Do you love to take photos? blog? or create videos? Or maybe you want to learn a new skill?! Then the Global Ambassador program is just for you! Becoming apart of Berkeley Global student is an

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Thinking of Applying to Graduate School?

Sarah Benzuly - June 30, 2021

You may be interested in attending graduate school in order to focus on a particular academic discipline or a specific profession

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A Career in Law Begins With Our Legal Studies Global Access Program

Jill Vanderkar - June 23, 2021

After joining Berkeley Global’s Legal Studies Global Access Program (LSGAP) for the Spring 2020 semester, Jiayi Wang was one step closer to his dream of attending law school. During his semester-

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Taking a Leap of Faith

Jill Vanderkar - June 1, 2021

In 2019, Josue Ccerhuayo graduated from the Universidad Tecnologica del Peru with a degree in computer science. With a job right out of college, he made his way into the tech industry working for

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Legal Studies: Not Just for Pre-Law Students

Jill Vanderkar - May 12, 2021

You’re studying business, health care, marketing, computer science or even engineering in your undergraduate years. So why learn U.S. law if you are not planning on becoming a lawyer?

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My Berkeley Global Access Program Experience During COVID-19

Xiyan Li - April 21, 2021

My name is Xiyan Li. I'm a Chinese student who is participating in the Berkeley Global Access (BGA) program this semester. Normally, the plan is to study in Berkeley for a semester at the UC

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What is Happening During Quarantine at Berkeley?

Fengzhe Shi - April 16, 2021

In January 2020, I had just arrived in California when I heard about the widespread outbreak of COVID-19. Later in March, I was told that the class would be turned into remote learning. One year

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What Happens After Being Accepted to the World's #1 Public University?

Jonas Hellweg - April 7, 2021

My name is Jonas Hellweg, and I am a master's student from the University of Göttingen, majoring in business information systems. I am part of the spring 2021 cohort for the Berkeley Haas Global

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My Experience Studying Remotely With Berkeley Global

Carol Chen - March 24, 2021

A couple of years ago, I had a chance to visit the UC Berkeley campus, and I was impressed by the environment.

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A Bright Future in Finance

Jill Vanderkar - March 1, 2021

For many, 2020 was a difficult year. For Brazilian student Eduardo Panini, it was the year of taking risks, following his passion and making big changes to his career.

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Adding UX Skills to Software Profession

Jill Vanderkar - February 8, 2021

After receiving his Computer Science degree from National Cheng Kung University(Taiwan) in 2012, Shih Hung Lin began his career in the software industry. He started out at National Chung-Shan

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Study Abroad Leads to Internationalizing the Finance World

Jill Vanderkar - January 13, 2021

The allure of Berkeley—and the California lifestyle—was strong with Eduardo Ormeno, starting when he was 12 years old during a family visit.

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Sending Kudos to Our Fall 2020 BHGAP Graduates

Jill Vanderkar - January 6, 2021

Our recent Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) cohort truly made the most out of their fall semester.

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Education From Berkeley Turns to Educating Others

Jill Vanderkar - December 15, 2020

A Spaniard born and raised, Carlos Gonzalez de Villaumbrosia grew up with a big dream of becoming a successful entrepreneur in Silicon Valley. After years of determination and perseverance, he

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Designing a New Career Path

Jill Vanderkar - December 15, 2020

Letizia Fara experienced a full educational experience while building up her résumé:

Fall 2019: an in-person program
Spring 2020: a digital-learning program
Today: an internship

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Exploring Lake Tahoe

So Mi Kim - December 11, 2020

One of the advantages of studying at Berkeley Global is that you can reach out to beautiful places in Northern California within only a few hours. I arrived in the U.S. in 2019 before my Berkeley

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Opportunities to Connect With Innovative Companies

So Mi Kim - December 8, 2020

With having substantial work experience in my home country of South Korea, one of the reasons I decided to join Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) was to learn about innovation in Silicon

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Banking Reimagined

Jill Vanderkar - December 4, 2020

Before full-time work in banking at Interbank, and before Berkeley, José studied industrial engineering as an undergraduate student at the University of Tecnologica Peru (UTP). He wanted to one

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Making the Most of Our Student Life During COVID-19

Utkarsh Arora - November 25, 2020

We—Nathan, Louise and Utkarsh—are part of the GETT program. This is a transnational Master's degree program that brought us together along with 47 other international students.

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Equity Through UX Design

Lori Gray - November 23, 2020

“I have always been empathetic with a curious mind, always striving to learn more,” says Garima Sikdar. “My passion for design stems from the challenge of balancing conformity and creativity. The

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Turning a Berkeley Experience Into Something Sweet!

Jill Vanderkar - November 16, 2020

Before launching his own food business, Berkeley Haas Global Access Program alumnus Basile Bedelek completed his Master’s program from three different continents. Through a unique transnational

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Announcing: BGA Remote Computer Science Track!

Sarah Benzuly - November 5, 2020

Join Berkeley’s computer science students and leading faculty who are pioneers in information science and technology. Take a selection of in-demand Berkeley classes from our #2-rated Computer

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What Is a Housing Security Deposit and How Do I Get It Back?

Ziva Shachar - October 29, 2020

You may see mentions of a “security deposit” in apartment listings or in your apartment lease. Read on for more information about a security deposit and how you can get all that money back!

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Plotting a Path to a Business Career

Jill Vanderkar - October 28, 2020

Berkeley Global alumnus Luis Aguirre always wanted to work in the business world. It’s why he studied business in his home university, Universidad Tecnológica del Perú. During his undergraduate

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UC Berkeley Still Ranked a Top Global University

Sarah Benzuly - October 26, 2020

UC Berkeley remains the world’s top public and fourth-best university overall in the latest global rankings by U.S. News & World Report.

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Looking Beyond the Meaning of “Fashion”

Jill Vanderkar - October 8, 2020

You heard it here first! When we purchase our clothing, towels, blankets, et cetera, we typically only consider the look and feel.

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New Ranking: UC Berkeley Is #2 in the World for Entrepreneurs

Sarah Benzuly - October 7, 2020

UC Berkeley ranks nationally as the Number 1 public and Number 2 university in the world for undergraduate programs that produce entrepreneurs who go on to obtain venture funding, according to

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Mom by Day, Entrepreneur by Night

Jill Vanderkar - October 1, 2020

Entrepreneurship certificate alumna Roberta Tanajura already has the best job in the world—being a mother. While doting on her two children fills her with much joy, Roberta is looking to get back

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Two Berkeley Global Programs, One Bright Future

Jill Vanderkar - September 14, 2020

While pursuing his undergraduate studies in Business Management at Universidade Salvador (Brazil), Rafael Sampaio began accumulating work experience as a risk assurance associate at PwC Brazil

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Wheeling the Way to Entrepreneurial Success

Jill Vanderkar - August 31, 2020

Berkeley Global graduate Camilo Navarro and his friend’s entrepreneurial spirit pays it forward on a trek no one thought could be possible. The two lifelong friends’ trip landed them a new

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How Silicon Valley Innovates

Sarah Benzuly - August 4, 2020

UC Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) and BHGAP Innovation Program faculty member Andrew Isaacs recently hosted a Zoom meeting, where he gave viewers a sneak peak into this Opportunity

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FinTech Case Studies

Sarah Benzuly - August 4, 2020

UC Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) and BHGAP Innovation Program faculty member Gregory La Blanc recently hosted a Zoom meeting, where he gave viewers a sneak peak into his FinTech

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Pro Tennis Player Retires His Racket to Study Abroad

Jill Vanderkar - July 29, 2020

Eduardo Dischinger is a man of many traits. In his native Brazil, Eduardo professionally played tennis while studying business at the Universidade Paulista. In addition to 8 years of competing in

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Event Recap: Adjusting to Life As an International U.S. Undergraduate

Sarah Benzuly - July 23, 2020

Curious about what life is really like for international students at universities in the United States?

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From Foundation Year to Future Engineer

Jill Vanderkar - July 13, 2020

Fares Alsherhi excelled in high school. He had a passion for science and technology, getting involved in science fairs and various school programs. Throughout his high school years, Fares grew to

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Siri®, Tell Me About Berkeley Global Alumna Gabriela Guimarães

Jill Vanderkar - July 1, 2020

Ever wonder who is behind the scenes discovering what new functions Siri® can do? Well, that just happens to be the job of Gabriela Guimarães, one of our Berkeley Global alumnae!

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Case Study, Site Visits, Internships and More!

Jill Vanderkar - June 18, 2020

During Elis Valeria Anginski Cotosky’s first few years studying at the University of São Paulo in Brazil, she had a feeling she would find her way to Silicon Valley one day.

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Meet Legal Studies Global Access Program Alumna Olivia Ni!

Jill Vanderkar - May 27, 2020

Studying abroad during the Fall 2019 semester was an eye-opening experience for Olivia Ni. During her semester-long experience in the Berkeley Legal Studies Global Access Program (LSGAP), Olivia

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Exploring California Yosemite—Somewhere You Should Go!

Clarissa Li - May 19, 2020

Yosemite National Park is one of the most famous national parks in the United States. I heard about it well before coming to UC Berkeley. Exploring Yosemite is said to be the thing you must do in

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How BHGAP Changed Natàlia!

Jill Vanderkar - May 19, 2020

The Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) truly impacted Natàlia Costa i Coromina. Natàlia thought that her time abroad would simply be a fun, cultural experience—but she got so much more

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Meet Berkeley Haas Global Access Program Graduate Karla Valeria Puppo Saravia

Jill Vanderkar - May 14, 2020

Even before attending the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program, Karla was an entrepreneur in the making.

“I started the JackStudios Peru company with three partners two years ago,” Karla

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Need Furniture and Household Supplies?

Ziva Shachar - May 7, 2020

Whether you are renting a furnished or unfurnished apartment, there are probably household items you need.

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Understanding Your Lease

Ziva Shachar - May 7, 2020

So you found a great apartment in the perfect location with wonderful roommates! You’re ready to sign the lease, get your keys and move in.

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Types of Housing in the San Francisco Bay Area

Ziva Shachar - May 6, 2020

Finding the right housing for your needs is critical as you start to plan for your studies here at Berkeley. Make sure you have read our blog post on budgets and looked at the websites of the

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Housing Budgets in San Francisco

Ziva Shachar - May 4, 2020

Check out the various options you have to live in San Francisco

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Housing Budgets in Berkeley

Ziva Shachar - May 4, 2020

Check out the various options you have to live in Berkeley

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What Should I Pay for Housing?

Ziva Shachar - May 4, 2020

It’s common to feel a little “sticker shock” when you first start looking at housing prices in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Berkeley, Love at First Sign

Jill Vanderkar - May 4, 2020

Xinyue Yang began her search early for the perfect study-abroad program. In high school, Xinyue knew going abroad was something she wanted to pursue. When she was only 13 years old, Xinyue took a

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Announcing UC Berkeley Global

Diana Wu - May 4, 2020

One of the key initiatives at UC Berkeley is empowering engaged thinkers and global citizens to change our world.

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How I Studied in Berkeley During the COVID-19 Quarantine

Pooja Kandappa - April 23, 2020

Halfway into my spring semester, chaos ensued and the Bay Area went into a shelter-in-place order. Words like ‘social distancing’ and ‘quarantine’ became common topics, and students across the

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Infographic: Who Attends the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP)?

Cheryl Cline - April 1, 2020

Get an inside look at Berkeley Haas Global Access Program students.

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How UC Berkeley Helped Me When I Decided to Change Careers

Pooja Kandappa - February 18, 2020

I arrived at UC Berkeley Extension to take part in the Professional Diploma Program in Digital Marketing, with almost four years of work experience in another field. Entering an academic

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Yanan Zeng: Why I Chose to Spend a Semester Here at Berkeley

- February 14, 2020

Back in the winter vacation of 2019, I attended a study 2-week program as a visitor to University of California, Berkeley. It was through that short period of time that I have made up my mind to

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Things I Really Enjoy Outside Berkeley Classrooms

Jennie Cai - February 14, 2020

Hi, everyone. I am Jiahui Cai (Jennie) from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen and I major in marketing. Currently I am doing my exchange semester in University of California, Berkeley

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- February 14, 2020

3 things I love most about Berkeley!

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Jawon Kim's Favorite Things in Berkeley

Jawon Kim - February 14, 2020

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BHGAP: San Francisco City Tour

Clarissa Li - February 14, 2020

Hello everyone! My name is Clarissa, and I am from Guangzhou, China. I came here for the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP). As an exchange student, this is my first time studying abroad

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UC Berkeley Again Ranks as a Top Global University

Sarah Benzuly - October 29, 2019

For the fifth straight year, UC Berkeley tops the list of public universities in global rankings by U.S. News & World Report!

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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) , you may become eligible to work at a U.S. company through

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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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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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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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Why I Came to Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - July 15, 2019

I still remember the most frequent question I was asked when I first arrived in the U.S.— “Why did you choose to come to Berkeley? Now that my time in Berkeley is over, I can look back and tell

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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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Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - July 11, 2019

I’d always known Berkeley provided a sound education, but I soon gained an understanding of what life after high school and the real world is all about.

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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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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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Berkeley Extension Student from Colombia Lands Job at Google

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 29, 2019

Luisa Naranjo Azcarate works at Google, continually voted one of the best companies to work for in the U.S. But her path to Silicon Valley isn't your typical one—she's a psychology major from

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Studying Abroad at Berkeley: Insider Tips and Advice From an International Student

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 24, 2019

I already knew that the process of preparing to studying abroad would be difficult... What to bring, where to live, food, visas, money, mobile phones… I want to share only the five most useful

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Brain Like Berkeley: A Look Inside Haas School of Business Courses

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 22, 2019

It is a wonderful class, arguably the best or second-best class I've ever taken. If I were allowed to take only this class through BHGAP, it would still be worth the money and time spent abroad.

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De Colombia a la Universidad: Preparándome para estudiar en una Universidad de E.E.U.U.

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 20, 2019

La experiencia de CFP es como un "Starter pack": te brinda todas las herramientas que necesitas, y luego, cuando estás en la universidad, decides cómo usarlas.

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Die Vorteile von BHGAP: Ein Interview mit Programm-Co-Direktor Alex Budak

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 16, 2019

Von Anfang an dachten wir: Was ist das Besondere an UC Berkeley? Was ist das Besondere am Silicon Valley? Wie kombinieren wir diese einzigartigen Stärken in einem Programm? So haben wir das

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Graduation Means a Time for Inspiration and Reflection for International Students

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 15, 2019

Take a look at some of our favorite images and videos from last semester's closing ceremony.

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Sixiong and some of his classmates from the Fall 2018 cohort of BHGAP students.

A Day in the Life of an International Student at Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 13, 2019

8:30 am—Leave the House. Because I live a little further from campus, I bike to school. From summer to autumn, Berkeley is sunny every day. I have only seen it rain once, something that I love.

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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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Advice From a Berkeley Haas Global Access Program Graduate

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - April 26, 2019

A few days ago, my semester abroad at UC Berkeley and the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program came to an end...Everything went by so fast. Instead of writing a long post about an experience that

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The Benefits of BHGAP: An Interview With Program Co-director Alex Budak

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - April 23, 2019

From the beginning we thought: What is special about UC Berkeley? What is special about Silicon Valley? Further, how do we combine these unique strengths in one program? That's how we designed the

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Lessons on Career Mobility and Salary Negotiation: BHGAP with Holly Schroth

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - April 16, 2019

During the lecture, the importance of strategy, patience, and knowledge in salary negotiations were all covered and BHGAP students were given a comprehensive overview on how they can succeed in

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What Makes the BHGAP Experience Unique?

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - April 3, 2019

There is one aspect that distinguishes Haas from different business schools. No other business school has such great, experienced, interactive and passionate professors.

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Die UC Berkeley School of Law Im Interview

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - April 2, 2019

Wir haben mit Jonathan Marshall, dem Direktor des Legal Studies Program, gesprochen, um herauszufinden, welche Aktivitäten außerhalb des Unterrichts jedes Semester angeboten werden und welche

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Formada no curso de Marketing, Maria Paula leva as lições aprendidas de volta ao Brasil

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - March 26, 2019

Eu achei que a Baía de São de Francisco seria um lugar interessante para morar – e eu estava certa! Tudo acontece lá, e eu me senti no centro da inovação e tecnologia. Eu escolhi o curso focado em

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To Infinity and Beyond: BHGAP's Unlimited Access to Intellectual Growth

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - March 25, 2019

Coming into Berkeley, I was unsure of how my own background would fit in with the rest of the students, program, and surrounding areas. I went in with the motivation to improve my business

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My Favorite Part of the BHGAP Experience

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - March 20, 2019

My favorite aspect about the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program are the company visits. The main purpose of these is to present Silicon Valley’s way of life regarding business culture.

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UC Berkeley Legal Studies

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - March 11, 2019

We talked to Jonathan Marshall, Director of the Legal Studies Program, to find out what kinds of activities are offered outside the class each semester, and which courses are popular with

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From Colombia to College: Preparing to Study at a U.S. University

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - March 5, 2019

The CFP experience is like a "starter pack": It gives you all the tools you need, and then when you are in college, you decide how to use them.

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Courses at Berkeley: What to Expect

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - January 22, 2019

Many of my friends always ask me: What is it like studying at Berkeley? Is it really that hard? Do you get what you paid for?

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Getting Around in Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - January 14, 2019

In California, especially in Berkeley, the public transportation is wonderful. All buses, subways and apps are well-structured and developed.

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BHGAP student Anna Julia from Germany poses in front of the Golden Gate bridge on a foggy day with classmates.

BHGAP and Beyond: Exploring California

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - January 11, 2019

Last weekend we went on a trip to Yosemite National Park—one of the most famous and most beautiful national parks in the U.S. As a group of 15 people from Denmark, Germany, U.S. and Mexico, we

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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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German MBA Candidate Explores Berkeley and Silicon Valley Through BHGAP

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - January 3, 2019

On the first day of the semester, Alex Budak, the program director of the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program, said that this semester would be transformational for us. At the time, this was hard

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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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A Mágica de Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - December 21, 2018

Após alguma reflexão, percebi que uma importante parcela da mágica aqui em UC Berkeley é o senso de inclusão e acolhimento.

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Thiago Santos Medeiros poses and smiles next to the Haas school of business sign on campus.

The Magic of Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - December 20, 2018

After some reflection, I realize that an important part of the magic here at UC Berkeley is people’s attitudes of inclusion and acceptance.

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M.B.A. Flavor, Without the Time Commitment

Sarah Benzuly - December 20, 2018

Jolin Wu is dedicated to furthering her education. She holds a B.A. in Foreign Languages and Literature and an M.A. in Journalism from National Taiwan University.

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CED-GAP Students Enjoying Their Time in Berkeley

Sarah Benzuly - November 27, 2018

Chinese students Jiageng Chen and Sijie Yang are currently immersed in their Fall 2018 semester study-abroad experience at the College of Environmental Design’s Global Access Program.

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Program Perk: Company Site Visits

Sarah Benzuly - October 31, 2018

Bring your Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) coursework to life with visits to Bay Area companies.

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BHGAP Brings Brazilian Business Student to Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - October 30, 2018

Hi, I am Camila Ali Abdalla, also known as Mila. I am an economics student in Brazil; my university in São Paulo is called Insper. This fall, I am doing an exchange program at UC Berkeley called

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Six Questions With Berkeley Global Access Programs Graduate Qiuyu Chen

Sarah Benzuly - October 24, 2018

Although Qiuyu Chen was majoring in accounting at Wuhan University (Wuhan, Hubei, China), she wasn’t sure if accounting—or business in general—was the right career to pursue after graduation. So

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Design Happens in the Studio

Sarah Benzuly - October 22, 2018

In Fundamental Design Studio ARCH XB100A, you’ll work through the building blocks of space, program, form and materiality to develop design concepts and approaches.

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Berkeley Memories With Yanni Zhang

Sarah Benzuly - October 10, 2018

Yanni Zhang is majoring in History, Policy and Economics at Wuhan University. After graduation, Yanni wants to make the world a fairer place by continuing her studies in politics and economics—and

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The Value of UC Berkeley Discussion Sections

Sarah Benzuly - October 8, 2018

At UC Berkeley, you have a great opportunity to dive more deeply into your studies with discussion sections. Collaborate with your fellow classmates. Build a community of learning. Discuss, ask

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6 Questions With Professor Sonia Katyal

Sarah Benzuly - August 23, 2018

Leading you through this exciting class is faculty member Sonia Katyal, the Chancellor's Professor of Law and Co-Director of the Berkeley Center for Law and Technology.

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Inside Look Into Data, Prediction and Law Course

Sarah Benzuly - August 2, 2018

Data, Prediction and Law (Legal Studies 123) is a new “data-enabled” course that was developed as a part of UC Berkeley’s Data Science major and minor. The course allows you to explore different

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This is What I Learned Studying at Haas

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - July 19, 2018

They traveled far outside the borders of their home countries to immerse themselves in their new lives as UC Berkeley students and to experience the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley

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Como o Certificado Profissonal Mudou Minha Carreira

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - July 6, 2018

Em uma recente viagem ao Brasil, conversamos com nossos ex-alunos sobre suas experiências como estudantes do IDP.

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How UC Berkeley Extension's Professional Certificates Helped My Career

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - July 2, 2018

On a recent trip to Brazil we decided to find out what our alumni had to say about their experience in our professional certificate programs.

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6 Insights Into the Foundations of Legal Studies Elective

Sarah Benzuly - July 2, 2018

One of the electives you can take as part of the Legal Studies Global Access Program is Foundations of Legal Studies. In this course, you gain an understanding of law as a cross-disciplinary field

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10 Questions With Legal Studies Graduate Ling Yao

Sarah Benzuly - June 18, 2018

When Ling Yao stepped foot on the beautiful, sunny UC Berkeley campus to study at the Law School’s Legal Studies Department, she had already studied Chinese law for three years at Nanjing

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Berkeley Haas Global Access Program Graduate on His Time in Berkeley

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - June 6, 2018

Jingbo Jiang participated in the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program during the Fall 2017 semester. He is a senior from Fudan University (Shanghai, China), where he majors in International

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Video: Welcome to the College of Environmental Design

Sarah Benzuly - June 1, 2018

Interested in learning more about the innovative College of Environmental Design Global Access Program?

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Haas Community Comes Together for BHGAP Closing Ceremony

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 11, 2018

Take a peek inside the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) closing ceremony. These future entrepreneurs spent the last semester studying abroad at the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business

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Legal Studies Faculty Member Publishes New Book

Sarah Benzuly - May 11, 2018

Calvin Morrill is the Associate Dean for Jurisprudence and Social Policy/Legal Studies, Stefan A. Riesenfeld Professor of Law and Professor of Sociology, and teaches American Law and Legal

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Legal Studies Students Come From a Variety of Backgrounds

Sarah Benzuly - May 3, 2018

The Legal Studies major attracts a wide variety of undergraduate students who are interested in learning more about the law to complement their undergraduate degree or who are interested in

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From UC Berkeley to Yale University

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - May 1, 2018

Wenhan Lu—originally from Dalian, China—always wanted to study in the United States. After graduating from Nankai University (Tianjin, China) with a degree in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics,

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My Life in the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - April 24, 2018

This is a guest post written by Berkeley Haas Global Access Program student Ziyi (Jerrie) Zhang, who is also a finance major at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen).

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Learning About Blockchain Technologies and Cryptocurrencies

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - April 18, 2018

What is blockchain and why is it so exciting? Professor Greg La Blanc, lecturer at Haas School of Business and Boalt Hall School of Law, recently led a session for Berkeley Haas Global Access

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A Day in the Life of a Professional Certificate Student

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - March 4, 2018

Hoo Jian Li is an Engineering Product Development student in his senior year at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). He is part of the Integrated Bachelors and Masters

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Diversity at Work

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - February 27, 2018

Although the statistics point to a growing and more diverse U.S. population, we continue to see patterns of unequal representation in the workforce. The gender pay gap persists in the U.S.

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Berkeley Haas Global Access Program Lunchtime Talk: Finding Purpose Beyond Profit

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - February 22, 2018

Guest speaker Robert Strand, Executive Director of the Center for Responsible Business at Berkeley Haas, presented a lunchtime talk for Berkeley Haas Global Access Program entrepreneurship

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International Students Learn What It Takes to Land a Job in the Bay Area

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - February 14, 2018

Walk into one of Heidi Weller’s Academic and Professional Achievement classes for Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) students, and it’s clear why she was chosen

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The Elusive Work/Life/Study Balance

Sarah Benzuly - January 31, 2018

The concept of achieving and maintaining work/life balance feels like one of those buzzwords that is touted, but not often fully ingrained in the corporate culture. When a 40-hour work week looks

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International Students Create Videos of Their Semester at Haas

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - January 22, 2018

Three students from the first Berkeley Haas Global Access Program cohort were selected to become social media ambassadors. Throughout the semester-long business program they took photos, created

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Marketing Graduate Mauricio Benvenutti Earns Prestigious Award

Sarah Benzuly - January 8, 2018

“This recognition is one of the highest honors granted by the Brazilian government to citizens of my country,” Mauricio enthuses. “It’s called Cruz do Mérito do Empreendedor JK, a reference to

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Photo Post: The Berkeley Haas Global Access Program Inaugural Class

Rebecca Lubitz-Marchena - November 7, 2017

The Berkeley Haas Global Access Program (BHGAP) brings top-qualifying international students interested in business to campus for a one- or two-semester immersive study abroad experience. Have a

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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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Video: Entrepreneurship Competition

Sarah Benzuly - September 6, 2017

Students from EDC Paris recently studied at UC Berkeley Extension, the result of which was a competition on the best elevator pitch and the top business plan. Students and a highly esteemed group

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Making A Successful Career Transition: Roadmap for Change

Cheryl Cline - August 24, 2017

Making a career transition can be bewildering: how do you find jobs? How can you stand out as a candidate? And, if you finally get an interview, how do you showcase yourself as the best candidate

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News: SPHRi Certification Exam Content Outline Changes Effective 2018

Sarah Benzuly - August 4, 2017

The HR Certification Institute (HRCI) announced revisions to the exam content outline for the Senior Professional in Human Resources International™ (SPHRi™) certification to reflect the need for

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Meet Your Professional Diploma Programs' Instructors

Sarah Benzuly - July 13, 2017

Your Immersives and Professional Diploma

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William Chen, Finance Certificate Graduate

Sarah Benzuly - July 13, 2017

Today, William Chen lives and works in San Francisco as founder and owner of a local startup, P.L.A.Y., which specializes in manufacturing quality dog beds.

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Ana Carolina Merighe, Global Business Management Graduate

Sarah Benzuly - July 12, 2017

Ana Carolina Merighe has been active as an entrepreneur since she was 9 years old, producing and selling her own handcraft products. That entrepreneurial spark intensified with the certificate in

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Marcos Bento, Project Management Graduate

Sarah Benzuly - July 12, 2017

Today, Marcos Bento is working as a Deal Flow Coordinator at Boston Harbor Angels in New York City and is an M.B.A. candidate at Babson College.

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Lucas Boudaud, Certificate in Finance Graduate

Sarah Benzuly - July 12, 2017

While completing courses to fulfill a master's degree at Reims Management School in France, Lucas Boudaud spent a semester abroad in Berkeley, registering for UC Berkeley Extension's professional

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Evelyn Lentz, Professional Certificate in Marketing

Sarah Benzuly - July 12, 2017

While completing her master's in electronic media at Stuttgart Media University (Germany), Evelyn Lentz's time in the Marketing certificate program provided her with important examples of how

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Yi Ting Chen, Entrepreneurship

Sarah Benzuly - July 12, 2017

Currently working toward his M.B.A., Isaac Chen embraces his newfound entrepreneurial spirit in devising new business ideas.

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Irene Ciuci, Business Administration and Marketing

Sarah Benzuly - July 11, 2017

Attracted to a more business-oriented career and the energy radiating from the San Francisco Bay Area, Irene Ciuci now has the skills to succeed, thanks to her studies in Business Administration

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