Events for the I School Community

Upcoming events

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Data Science Spring 2026 Capstone Project Showcase

Thursday, April 23, 2026, 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.

Designing Immersion: Four works from the Berkeley XR Lab

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

The I School Research Exchange offers I School faculty and Ph.D. students opportunities to learn about, discuss, and contribute to research developing within the school, across the campus, and in the region.

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MIMS 2026 Final Project Showcase

Thursday, May 14, 2026, 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.

Dean Eric Meyer chats with members of the I School community

Dean’s Mid-Monthly Mixer

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.

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Maximizing MICS for Academic and Career Success

Monday, May 18, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT

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

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School of Information 2026 Commencement

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

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

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Seattle I School Alumni Chapter Launch

Thursday, May 28, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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

Dean’s Mid-Monthly Mixer

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.

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Hot Days, Cool Connections: I School Speed Networking

Thursday, July 16, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT

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

Cybersecurity Summer 2026 Capstone Project Showcase

Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 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.

Data Science Summer 2026 Capstone Project Showcase

Thursday, August 13, 2026, 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 Fall 2026 Capstone Project Showcase

Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 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.

Data Science Fall 2026 Capstone Project Showcase

Thursday, December 17, 2026, 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.

Previous events

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Maximizing MICS for Alumni

Thursday, April 16, 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm PDT

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

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New York I School Alumni Chapter Launch

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.

Cybersecurity Spring 2026 Capstone Project Showcase

Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 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.

Dean’s Mid-Monthly Mixer

Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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

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Berkeley Cybersecurity Clinic Information Session

Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 5:10 pm - 6:00 pm PDT

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

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Global Rights Innovation Lab Information Session

Monday, March 30, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Apply your data skills to defend human rights. Work on topics like police accountability, the rights of the incarcerated, and ending gender apartheid.

Dean’s Mid-Monthly Mixer

Friday, March 13, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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

Ph.D. Research Reception

Thursday, March 12, 2026, 3:45 pm - 6:00 pm PDT

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

Big Give 2026

Thursday, March 12, 2026

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

I School Research Exchange: Nina Beguš

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.

Los Angeles I School Alumni Chapter Launch

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.

2026 LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION: YEAR OF THE HORSE

Dean’s Mid-Monthly Mixer: Lunar New Year

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

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

San Francisco Bay Area I School Alumni Chapter Launch

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.

Maximizing MICS for Academic and Career Success

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

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

Maximizing MICS for Academic and Career Success

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

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

Dean’s Mid-Monthly Mixer

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.

Data Science Fall 2025 Capstone Project Showcase

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.

Maximizing MICS for Alumni

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.

Cybersecurity Fall 2025 Capstone Project Showcase

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.

I School Holiday Party

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.