Events for New MIMS Students

Upcoming events

Python Boot Camp for New MIMS & Ph.D. Students

Monday, July 29, 2024, 12:00 am, – Friday, August 9, 2024, 12:00 am

A two-week intensive program to help newly-admitted MIMS and Ph.D. students prepare for Python programming.

Drop-in Virtual Office Hours for New MIMS Students

Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT

Drop in to ask questions, chat, or just say hi.

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Writing Workshop for New MIMS Students

Monday, August 12, 2024, 9:00 am PDT, – Friday, August 16, 2024, 10:30 am PDT

Preparation in critical thinking and writing for new MIMS students; especially recommended if you haven’t done academic writing for a while or if you are a non-native speaker of English.

International Graduate Student Virtual Orientation 2024

Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 8:30 am - 11:30 am PDT

Optional orientation for new international students, organized by the UC Berkelety International Office

I School Orientation for New MIMS Students

Monday, August 19, 2024, 9:30 am, – Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 1:30 pm

Required orientation for all incoming MIMS students.

International Graduate Student Welcome Day 2024

Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:30 am PDT

Optional welcome day for new international students, organized by the UC Berkelety International Office

Classes Begin (Fall 2024 Semester)

Wednesday, August 28, 2024, 12:00 am

Previous events

Drop-in Virtual Office Hours for New MIMS Students

Wednesday, July 17, 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT

Drop in to ask questions, chat, or just say hi.

Career Services Overview and Resume Tips for New MIMS Students

Wednesday, July 10, 2024, 9:30 am - 10:30 am PDT

Learn how to maximize your time in the program and get your resume into shape for fall recruiting (and beyond).

Drop-in Virtual Office Hours for New MIMS Students

Wednesday, July 10, 2024, 9:00 am - 9:30 am PDT

Drop in to ask questions, chat, or just say hi.

MIMS Academic Webinar

Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 9:30 am - 10:30 am PDT

Overview of degree requirements and techniques for finding classes that fit your professional and personal interests.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Justice Office Hours

Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm PDT

Wondering what activities, groups, and supportive communities exist at Berkeley? This is a great opportunity to ask all your questions, meet, and learn from current students and from staff.

Chat with Current Students

Friday, March 29, 2024, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm PDT

Connect more personally with our MIMS students during our Chat with Current Students event.

Welcome Lunch & Tour

Friday, March 15, 2024, 12:00 pm

Join us for an afternoon at South Hall to meet staff, faculty, and current students and get to know the Berkeley campus.

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How to Finance Your MIMS Degree

Wednesday, March 13, 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT

The admissions team will provide detailed information about various funding options, and current students will share how they are personally financing their degrees.

Virtual MIMS Welcome Day 2024

Friday, March 8, 2024, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm PST

A Virtual Welcome Day for incoming MIMS students to meet faculty and current students and get to know the Berkeley I School.

MIMS Welcome Webinar

Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 8:00 am - 9:00 am PST

The I School admissions team will briefly cover important information about preparing to start the program, but the highlight of the webinar will be current MIMS students discussing what they love about the I School.