Events for the I School Community

Upcoming events

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Women in MIDS In-Person Meetup

Monday, May 19, 2025, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Join us in person in Berkeley for a casual get-together before commencement.

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School of Information 2025 Commencement

Monday, May 19, 2025, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Honor the class of 2025 with keynote speaker, student speakers, and student awards.

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MICS CyberConnect: Summer 2025

Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm PDT

Welcome the Summer 2025 cohort to the MICS community.

Outstanding Mentor Awards | UC Berkeley School of Information

A Celebration of Mentorship at the I School

Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm PDT

Celebrate our student and alumni mentors.

Previous events

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MIMS 2025 Final Project Showcase

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Graduating MIMS students present their intriguing research projects and innovative new information systems. A panel of judges will select outstanding projects for the James R. Chen Award.

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Berkeley Cybersecurity Clinic Information Session

Thursday, April 24, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Learn more about the UC Berkeley Cybersecurity Clinic (INFO/CYBER 289), a public-interest cybersecurity course that supports the capacity of politically-targeted organizations to defend themselves against online threats.

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Data Science Spring 2025 Capstone Project Showcase

Thursday, April 24, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm PDT

Graduating MIDS students present their data science projects. A panel of judges will select an outstanding project for the Hal R. Varian MIDS Capstone Award.

Cybersecurity Spring 2025 Capstone Project Showcase

Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Graduating MICS students present their cybersecurity projects. A panel of judges will select an outstanding project for the Lily L. Chang MICS Capstone Award.

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I School Innovation Meet-Up in San Francisco

Thursday, March 20, 2025, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

I School students and alumni are invited to a meet-up and happy hour to celebrate innovation and entrepreneurship at the I School.

Thirsty Thursday: Big Give Edition

Thursday, March 13, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm PDT

Students, faculty, and staff are invited to mingle over pizza and beverages.

Ph.D. Research Reception

Thursday, March 13, 2025, 3:40 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

School of Information Ph.D. students share their innovative research.

Big Give 2025

Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 9:00 pm PDT, – Thursday, March 13, 2025, 9:00 pm PDT

Support the I School during Berkeley’s annual fundraising blitz.

Women in MIDS: Beyond the Classroom: How ML/AI Conferences Shape Your Data Science Career

Friday, February 21, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm PST

MICS CyberConnect: Spring 2025

Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm PST

Welcome the Spring 2025 cohort to the MICS community.

Data Science Fall 2024 Capstone Project Showcase

Thursday, December 19, 2024, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

Graduating MIDS students present their data science projects. A panel of judges will select an outstanding project for the Hal R. Varian MIDS Capstone Award.

Data Science Fall 2024 Capstone Project Showcase for 5th Year MIDS Students

Tuesday, December 17, 2024, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

Graduating 5th Year MIDS students present their data science projects.

Cybersecurity Fall 2024 Capstone Project Showcase

Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm PST

Graduating MICS students present their cybersecurity projects. A panel of judges will select an outstanding project for the Lily L. Chang MICS Capstone Award.

I School Holiday Party

Thursday, December 5, 2024, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Students, staff, faculty, and friends are invited to a festive holiday celebration in in South Hall.

Berkeley Cybersecurity Clinic Information Session

Thursday, November 14, 2024, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm PST

The UC Berkeley Cybersecurity Clinic (INFO/CYBER 289) is a public-interest cybersecurity course that supports the capacity of politically-targeted organizations to defend themselves against online threats. Join us to learn more.

Women in MIDS in person at Jupiter

Thursday, November 14, 2024, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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I School Community Virtual Speed Networking

Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST

A fun, casual speed networking session to build connections with students and alumni from all of our degree programs.

Women in MIDS: Akshita Gandra

Friday, October 25, 2024, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm PDT

How do women and nonbinary people in tech reinforce their authenticity and unique personalities, find the freedom to lead like men, and discard double standards?

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I School Community Meet-Up

Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

A community meet-up and happy hour for I School students, alumni, and guests.

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Berkeley International Office Information Session

Friday, October 11, 2024, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Virtual info session and Q&A for international MIMS students