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From getting into graduate schools to landing their dream jobs, our students and alumni study and work hard to accomplish their academic and career goals. Be inspired by their successes to achieve your own career change or advancement.
Going From Project Director to Science Writer
Early on, Stephanie Martch knew that a combination of science and writing would make up her career path. What she didn’t know was that...
Using Data Modeling to Manage Business Processes
Sarah Al-Sheikhly loves to tell stories using analytics and data modeling.
It all began after graduating from Oregon State University...
Successful Career Change to Accounting
There’s an expectation that when you graduate college, you’re going to pursue a riveting career in your chosen major. But for some,...
Berkeley Haas Global Access Program Graduate on His Time in Berkeley
Jingbo Jiang participated in the Berkeley Haas Global Access Program during the Fall 2017 semester. He is a senior from Fudan University...
2020 Personal Financial Planning Awards
This year, we virtually celebrate our annual Personal Financial Planning Awards. Hosts Brian Kozel, 2020 chair of the program’s...
In Pursuit of Higher Education
“I have always felt drawn to helping people,” says Post-Baccalaureate Program for Counseling and Psychology Professions graduate Sam...
Taking a Bold Step Into Design
Ivan Trujillo, the director of the Graphic Design and UX Design programs at UC Berkeley Extension, recommended that we talk with Ricky...
Exploring California Yosemite—Somewhere You Should Go!
Yosemite National Park is one of the most famous national parks in the United States. I heard about it well before coming to UC...
Why I Came to Berkeley
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?...