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December 18, 2021

Congratulations on making it to the end of the Fall 2021 semester, Golden Bears! We are grateful to have partnered in your learning process and journey.

We wish you a wonderful break and hope that you can use this time for much deserved rest and rejuvenation.

November 30, 2021

Happy #GivingTuesday, Golden Bears!

On this day of gratitude and generosity, we are launching a month-long fundraising campaign to advance the transformative power of the SLC. Your support with this initiative, in any form, will make an impact towards furthering our commitment to embolden the extraordinary in Cal undergraduates. Check out our Berkeley Giving Opportunities page to hear fellow Golden Bears share their experiences and make a gift.

November 17, 2021

The SLC Economics Program is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the SLC Economics Drop-in Tutor and Program Ambassador positions for Spring 2022!

October 18, 2021

With midterm season well underway, we want to remind you to tend to your wellbeing during this stressful time. Here are some of LEP's tips to help us all #StayWellTogether:

October 14, 2021

Need a place to study on Fridays? Want a space to collaborate with peers after your afternoon classes?

The SLC has got you covered! We have EXTENDED our building hours and invite you to swing by the César E. Chávez Student Center to get ahead on homework, tackle a problem set with classmates, or read in-between classes! Our new building hours are Mondays - Thursdays 9 AM - 6 PM AND Fridays 9 AM - 4 PM. See you there!

September 23, 2021

Study Groups supporting Math 16A and Stat 20 have launched in the SLC Math/Stat Program! Study Groups are a virtual collaborative space for students to work together on worksheets and discuss material for specific classes in small, inclusive group environments. Get the Zoom Link and join the mailing list by filling out the form found at https://bit.ly/MSStudyGroupEmailList.

September 9, 2021

Build your leadership skills and deepen your connection to the Cal community by creating a Democratic Education at Cal (DeCal) course! Through the DeCal program, Cal students just like you propose and facilitate unit-bearing courses on topics they are passionate about, while adding over 300 classes to Cal's curriculum each year.

Happy week 3 of classes, Golden Bears! The Math/Stat Program has launched hybrid Drop-In Tutoring services! Drop-In Tutoring is a collaborative space, both online and in-person, designed to encourage students to work with tutors and each other on problem sets, concepts, theory, or anything else related to the material in their courses.

July 6, 2021

Welcome to Summer Bridge 2021, scholars!

We are so honored to partner with you as you embark on your Golden Bear journey. We hope you have a first week filled with new adventures, budding friendships, and energizing discoveries!

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June 7, 2021

The SLC Undergraduate Course Facilitator Training & Resources program is seeking enthusiastic highly motivated student leaders who are committed to the vision of Democratic Education at Cal and fellow student facilitators. As a Peer Coordinator, you will provide campus-mandated training for first-time facilitators as well as consultation services for ongoing DeCal facilitators.

If you are interested in this position and you possess prior DeCal or group facilitation experience, we encourage you to apply to become a UCFTR Peer Coordinator!

May 10, 2021

Are you planning to facilitate a DeCal or are you interested in refining your facilitation skills? Join the SLC's UCFTR Program on May 10 for this training workshop that examines teaching behaviors that hinder student learning and explores strategies for cultivating alternative habits to optimize student success! For access to this training RSVP for the Cultivating Facilitation Habits workshop here to access the training.

May 6, 2021

Interested in leading your own class and adding to Cal’s curriculum? This informational workshop covers the process of proposing your own DeCal, from identifying a faculty sponsor to getting your course approved. Stop by on May 6 to discover best practices and get your proposal process started! RSVP for the info session here to access the training.

May 5, 2021

Are you planning to facilitate a DeCal or are you developing a syllabus? Join the SLC's UCFTR Program on May 5 to discover the three key characteristics of an impactful and effective syllabus—and the resources to help you embody these qualities in your own course "blueprint"! Facilitators at all stages of the syllabus-crafting process welcome. RSVP for the Three Pillars workshop here to access the training.

May 4, 2021

Are you planning to facilitate a DeCal or are you interested in refining your facilitation skills? Join the SLC's UCFTR Program on May 4 for this training workshop that examines teaching behaviors that hinder student learning and explores strategies for cultivating alternative habits to optimize student success! For access to this training RSVP for the Cultivating Facilitation Habits workshop here to access the training.

May 3, 2021

April 28, 2021

Are you planning to facilitate a DeCal or are you developing a syllabus? Join the SLC's UCFTR Program on April 28 to discover the three key characteristics of an impactful and effective syllabus—and the resources to help you embody these qualities in your own course "blueprint"! Facilitators at all stages of the syllabus-crafting process welcome. RSVP for the Three Pillars workshop here to access the training.

April 27, 2021

Are you planning to facilitate a DeCal or are you interested in refining your facilitation skills? Join the SLC's UCFTR Program on April 27 for this training workshop that examines teaching behaviors that hinder student learning and explores strategies for cultivating alternative habits to optimize student success! For access to this training RSVP for the Cultivating Facilitation Habits workshop here to access the training.

April 20, 2021

Are you planning to facilitate a DeCal or are you developing a syllabus? Join the SLC's UCFTR Program on April 20 to discover the three key characteristics of an impactful and effective syllabus—and the resources to help you embody these qualities in your own course "blueprint"! Facilitators at all stages of the syllabus-crafting process welcome. RSVP for the Three Pillars workshop here to access the training.

April 19, 2021

Are you planning to facilitate a DeCal or are you interested in refining your facilitation skills? Join the SLC's UCFTR Program on April 19 for this training workshop that examines teaching behaviors that hinder student learning and explores strategies for cultivating alternative habits to optimize student success! For access to this training RSVP Cultivating Facilitation Habits workshop here to access the training.

April 14, 2021

Are you planning to facilitate a DeCal or are you interested in refining your facilitation skills? Join the SLC's UCFTR Program on April 14 for this training workshop that examines teaching behaviors that hinder student learning and explores strategies for cultivating alternative habits to optimize student success! For access to this training RSVP for the Cultivating Facilitatiom Habits workshop here to access the training.