Your Graduate Success Journey
Your graduate journey begins before classes start. The Graduate Division welcomes incoming students through a series of programs designed to help you make a confident transition to graduate school.
Begin building connections and exploring campus resources through the Graduate Success Series, then join us for Graduate Division Orientation and the Graduate Student Resource Fair to meet the Graduate Division team, connect with campus partners, and prepare for a successful start at UCSB. Together, these programs introduce many of the people, services, and opportunities you'll continue exploring throughout the Graduate Success Roadmap.
Welcome: Graduate Division Orientation
Meet the Dean and Graduate Division staff, learn about essential policies and services, and begin your graduate experience with confidence. Discover how we can support you throughout your time at UCSB.
Graduate Division Orientation
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
10 AM - 11AM, Campbell Hall
Connect: Graduate Student Resource Fair
After the Graduate Division Welcome, head over to the Resource Fair and Networking event to meet campus partners, discover resources, explore student services, and begin building your graduate community.
Graduate Student Resource Fair & Networking
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
11 AM - 1PM, Campbell Plaza
Learn: Graduate Success Series
Start building momentum with virtual workshops and campus tours covering the skills, strategies, and resources that support you through grad school. The Grad Success Series spans research skills, career development, and work-life balance with plenty of chances to connect with fellow grad students and learn from experts, alumni, and new colleagues along the way.
Insights from International Students Panel
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
11 AM - 12:15 PM
Zoom
Conversations About Wellness and Basic Needs
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
11 AM - 12:15 PM
Zoom
Building Graduate Student Community
Thursday, September 10, 2026
11 AM - 12:15 PM
Zoom
Campus Tours
Day One
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Student Resource Building
Success Starts Here: Early Career Planning for Grad Students
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
1 PM - 2:15 PM
Zoom
Campus Tours
Day Two
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Student Resource Building
The UCSB Library: Services, Resources, and Partnerships to Thrive in Grad School
Thursday, September 17, 2026
1 PM - 2:15 PM
Zoom
Next Steps: The Roadmap
The Professional Development Unit's Grad Success Roadmap is designed to help you intentionally build the knowledge, skills, and experiences that support both your academic success and long-term career goals.
Questions?
Please reach out to our Professional Development Team.