sather-gate-events-header.jpg

Events for the I School Community

Upcoming events

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PST

Get ready to make the most of your time in MICS.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST

Get ready to make the most of your time in MICS.

Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Connect with fellow alumni, grab a beverage, and celebrate the launch of the I School’s first official alumni chapter.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

I School faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars are invited drop in for treat and conversation.

Saturday, February 21, 2026, 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Connect with fellow alumni, grab a beverage, and celebrate the launch of the I School’s  Los Angeles alumni chapter.

Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

For I School faculty and Ph.D. students: Nina Beguš presents her work on “Artificial Humanities” from her recent book.

Thursday, March 12, 2026

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

Monday, March 16, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

I School faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars are invited drop in for treat and conversation.

Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

I School faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars are invited drop in for treat and conversation.

Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Connect with fellow alumni, grab a beverage, and celebrate the launch of the I School’s New York alumni chapter.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

For I School faculty and Ph.D. students: Diag Davenport presents his latest work on responsible AI.

Friday, May 15, 2026, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

I School faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars are invited drop in for treat and conversation.

Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Honor the class of 2026 with keynote speaker, student speakers, and student awards.

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Connect with fellow alumni, grab a beverage, and celebrate the launch of the I School’s Seattle alumni chapter.

Monday, June 15, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

I School faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars are invited drop in for treat and conversation.

Previous events

Thursday, January 15, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

I School faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars are invited drop in for treat and conversation.

Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:30 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.

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

A webinar to help new MICS graduates stay connected, grow your professional network, and discover ways to stay involved with the MICS community.

Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 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.

Thursday, December 4, 2025, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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

Thursday, November 20, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST
Monday, November 17, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

I School faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars are invited drop in for treats and conversation.

Thursday, November 13, 2025, 5:10 pm - 6:00 pm PST

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. 

Friday, November 7, 2025, 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.

Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm PDT

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

Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

I School faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars are invited drop in for treat and conversation.

Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT

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

Monday, September 29, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Get ready to make the most of your time in MICS.

Friday, September 26, 2025, 3:10 pm - 5:30 pm

In 1918, UC Berkeley began a full-time program in library science. Join us for our annual celebration honoring the I School’s rich history, vibrant present, and bold future.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 11:30 am - 12:00 pm PDT

Dean Eric T. Meyer will briefly address the goals he has for the school year, the current state of our strategic planning, and the future of the I School. 

Monday, September 15, 2025, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

I School faculty, staff, students, and visiting scholars are invited drop in for treat and conversation.

Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Welcome the Fall 2025 cohort to the MICS community.

Sunday, August 17, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

A festive summer gathering for I School students, alumni, staff, faculty, and friends.

Thursday, August 14, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:00 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.

Wednesday, August 6, 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.