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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.

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I School Research Exchange: Luisa Caldas, College of Environmental Design
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 Eric Meyer chats with members of the I School community
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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Giving Tuesday
Tuesday, November 15, 2022, 12:00 am, – Tuesday, November 22, 2022, 10:52 pm

Your gifts to the I School and the Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity will support diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and justice (DEIBJ) in tech.

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Learn to Navigate the Tech Job Market with Dr. Rebecca Bilbro
Friday, November 4, 2022, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT
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104th Birthday Celebration
Friday, October 28, 2022, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

In 1918, UC Berkeley began a full-time program in library science. Join us to celebrate the 104th birthday and history of the I School, SIMS, SLIS, and School of Librarianship.

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Dr. Amy Honigman on Imposter Syndrome
Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm PDT

Workshop for I School students, with Dr. Amy Honigman of Berkeley’s Graduate Wellness Center.

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Citizen Clinic Pizza Information Session
Tuesday, October 11, 2022, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm PDT

The Citizen 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.

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Women in MIDS Coffee Meetup: Women in Tech Leadership: Challenges and Opportunities
Friday, September 30, 2022, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT
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MICS Meet & Greet: Fall 2022
Wednesday, August 31, 2022, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm PDT

Open to all MICS students and alumni.  

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Data Science Summer 2022 Capstone Project Showcase
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 5:00 pm - 8:00 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.

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MIDS Alumni Meet-Up at Immersion
Sunday, August 7, 2022, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Catch-up with old friends and network with new ones at Berkeley's newest downtown hotel.

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Data Science Summer 2022 Capstone Project Showcase for 5th Year MIDS Students
Thursday, August 4, 2022, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm PDT

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

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Cybersecurity Summer 2022 Capstone Project Showcase
Wednesday, August 3, 2022, 4:00 pm - 6:00 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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Littlest Bear Virtual 5K Run/Walk 2022
Monday, July 25, 2022, 12:01 am, – Sunday, July 31, 2022, 11:59 pm

A fun run/walk/roll for the I School community. Proceeds benefit diversity & inclusion fellowships.

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Women in MIDS Coffee Meetup: Can You Protect Your Health Data?
Wednesday, July 20, 2022, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm PDT

A Q&A with Nick Weaver on women’s options to keep control over their reproductive health decisions in post–Roe vs. Wade America

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Women in MIDS Game Night
Tuesday, July 19, 2022, 8:10 pm - 9:30 pm PDT

A casual evening event for people to play games, build connections, and have fun.

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A Celebration of Mentorship at the I School
Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Celebrate our student and alumni mentors.

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Women in MIDS Coffee Meetup: PowerPoint Karaoke
Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 10:30 am - 11:30 am PDT

An improvisational activity to hone your public speaking skills and practice your voice in a safe space.

The Charisma Machine: The Life, Death, and Legacy of One Laptop per Child, by Morgan G. Ames
Women in MIDS Coffee Meetup: Morgan Ames, “The Charisma Machine”
Wednesday, May 25, 2022, 10:30 am - 11:30 am PDT

Morgan Ames’ book The Charisma Machine chronicles the life and legacy of the One Laptop per Child project.

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Leadership Journeys: Fireside Chat
Monday, May 23, 2022, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Four Master of Information & Data Science students and alumni share their leadership stories of challenges, risks, skills, and strategies.

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Women in MIDS Coffee Meetup: How to Know You Are Ready to Become a Parent
Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 10:30 am - 11:30 am PDT

A discussion of decision-making, science, and experiences of fertility, aging, pregnancy, and other concerns

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Women in MIDS Game Night
Tuesday, May 17, 2022, 8:10 pm - 9:30 pm PDT

A casual evening event for people to play games, build connections, and have fun.

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