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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.
Deconstructing and Reconstructing the Meaning Behind Words, Part 1
Apr 29, 2025
To write well, you must read well. By learning to read with the eyes of a writer, you can develop an understanding of what makes great...
Deconstructing and Reconstructing the Meaning Behind Words, Part 2
Apr 29, 2025
From the Craft of Reading to The Craft of Writing
To be a successful storyteller, you need to be comfortable with the craft elements...
Engaged in Education
Aug 30, 2023
You can start to get a clear picture of what type of college counseling service you receive from Sheila Hallsted-Baumert when you check...
You’re Already a Writer
May 2, 2023
Think about your daily life: You write texts and emails to friends, family and colleagues. You make comments and posts on Instagram,...
Event Recap: 2023 Personal Financial Planning Career Night
Mar 23, 2023
In March, current and prospective students of our Personal Financial Planning certificate(link is external) were excited to meet in...
Meet Berkeley Global Access Program Career Development Instructor Sally Clapper
Feb 21, 2023
Sally Clapper is passionate about empowering students to achieve their career goals. With years of experience in professional guidance,...
Why Study Managerial Accounting
Nov 8, 2022
Accounting is for accountants, right? Well, not exactly. If you’re making any type of decision—financial or non-financial—you’ll...
Sometimes You Just Need a Lucky Bounce
Oct 17, 2022
With decades of relevant on-the-job experience to bring to his courses, it is not surprising longtime Certificate Program in Personal...
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...