Institute of Governmental Studies at UC Berkeley

Join the Latina Futures 2050 Lab on Thursday, September 19th, for an insightful discussion on the significant political impact of women of color in the 2024 general election. This panel, featuring leading scholars like our IGS Co-Director and Associate Professor of Sociology, Dr. G. Cristina Mora, will explore how these powerful voters are shaping the political landscape through their unique experiences and intersectional identities. As the 2024 election approaches, understanding the complexities of voter behavior in communities of color is more crucial than ever. Don’t miss out on this conversation about the evolving dynamics of American democracy and the influential role of women of color in driving change. #LatinaFutures2050 #2024Election #PoliticalPower #Intersectionality

So many important issues are on the ballot this year—so don’t sit this one out! Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay and IGS is a proud community partner dedicated to helping you get #VoteReady so you can make your voice heard in your community! Scan the QR code to visit the ISG Library "Go Bears! Go Vote! Voter Information Guide" to get registered! If not, stop by the IGS Library (109 Philosophy Hall) and ask one of our library staff for information! #linkinbio

As the school year is right around the corner I wish to reflect on the great internship that I had this summer. This summer I had the opportunity to work for the Public Policy Institute of California as a Research and Government Affairs Intern. I learned the importance of not only government affairs but also how valuable nonpartisan research is to informing the political sphere. While I had many tasks during the internship, one of them was producing a blog post about California’s job growth in different regions which you can read here! https://lnkd.in/gG9rrGDr I want to thank Julien Lafortune and Alexia Cortez for being amazing supervisors as they both were always available to answer my questions and provided me as many opportunities as they could. This internship was a part of Berkeley’s Cal in Sacramento program would not have been possible without the work and dedication of Megan Collins and Christine Trost, both of whom I am immensely grateful to. This has been an amazing summer and has strengthened my passion for research!

‼️UPDATE: PLEASE NOTE THE CORRECTED TIME!‼️ The info session will run from 6:00-7:30pm. A member of our staff will be available to stay until 8pm to answer additional questions. Are you passionate about public service? Looking for resources and connections to build your public service career? Come to an info session and learn more about the Matsui Center’s public service bootcamp program, Democracy Camp! Participants meet with public service leaders at the local, state, or federal level, develop their professional toolkit, and get inspired to make a difference! This info session will go over program benefits, requirements, and eligibility. Come get application tips, and meet with program staff and recent alumni! Democracy Camp in Berkeley / Democracy Camp in DC Info Session 📆 Wednesday, September 18, 2024 🕛 6:00pm-7:30pm 📍IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall #matsuicenter #berkeleyigs #democracycamp #publicservice #internship #research #opportunities #gobears #ucberkeley

Visit the Matsui Center table and talk to our Program Manager, Megan Collins, about our various programs! See you tomorrow at noon! Business and Public Service Career Fair 📆 Thursday, September 12, 2024 🕛 12pm-4pm 📍Recreational Sports Facility (RSF) Field House Gym

We can't wait to see you TOMORROW for our Fall Welcome Reception! Every year, as the academic year kicks off, IGS hosts a fun and welcoming reception for faculty, staff, and both grad and undergrad students involved in the community. It's a great chance for everyone to meet, catch up, and connect in a relaxed setting. Along with networking, you'll get to hear about all the exciting programs, events, and opportunities coming up during the semester, so it's the perfect way to stay in the loop and get involved in what's happening at IGS. We hope to see you there! #berkeleyigs #matsuicenter #opportunities #gobears #ucberkeley #welcomeback

Attend our Info Session and learn more about the Matsui Center's paid public service internship programs, Cal-in-Sacramento and the Schaeffer Fellowship! Learn about program benefits, requirements, and eligibility, get application tips, and meet with program staff and recent alumni. Cal-in-Sacramento/ Schaeffer Fellowship Info Session 📆 Tuesday, September 17, 2024 🕛 6pm-7:30pm 📍IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall #matsuicenter #berkeleyigs #calinsacramento #schaefferfellows #democracycamp #publicservice #internship #research #opportunities #gobears #ucberkeley

Welcome back Cal Bears! 🤗🐻 Connect with @berkeleyigs and @matsuicenter this Fall! Now that the semester has officially started, be sure to mark your calendars 🗓️ for these events and program opportunities! Drop-in Advising 9/9 - 9/18 Meet our Program Manager Megan Collins to get a 1-on-1 advising consultation, get recommendations on which programs may be best for you, and have all your specific questions about the application answered! Check out all of our upcoming events at our website: https://lnkd.in/gFBqAte6 2024 Presidential Debate Watch Party 📆 Tuesday, September 10, 2024 🕛 5:30pm-8pm 📍IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall Join IGS for refreshments as we watch the Presidential Debate! Fall Welcome Reception 📆 Wednesday, September 11, 2024 🕛 4pm-5:30pm 📍IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall Meet our staff, scholars, and fellows as we celebrate a new semester! Business and Public Service Career Fair 📆 Thursday, September 12, 2024 🕛 12pm-4pm 📍Recreational Sports Facility (RSF) Field House Gym Visit the Matsui Center table and talk to our Program Manager, Megan Collins, about our various programs! Cal-in-Sacramento/ Schaeffer Fellowship Info Session 📆 Tuesday, September 17, 2024 🕛 6pm-7:30pm 📍IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall Learn about our summer fellowships and talk to alums about their experiences! Democracy Camp Info Session 📆 Wednesday, September 18, 2024 🕛 6pm-7:30pm 📍IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall Learn about our experiential program and talk to alums about their experiences! ********** #matsuicenter #berkeleyigs #calinsacramento #schaefferfellows #democracycamp #publicservice #internship #research #opportunities #gobears #ucberkeley"

Graduate Student Research Awards Available! IGS provides extensive resources for graduate Berkeley students to further their research and scholarship on topics relating to American politics, public policy, political behavior, or public opinion. Swipe to learn about our latest opportunities and apply! DAVID M. HOWARD MEMORIAL PRIZE The David M. Howard Memorial Prize in American Politics recognizes outstanding achievement in graduate research in public policy, political behavior, or public opinion in the U.S. broadly understood. Each year, IGS selects one UC Berkeley Ph.D. student to receive the award, which includes a cash prize of $2,000. Interested in applying? The deadline to apply is Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 11:59pm. PLEASE NOTE: This application requires a letter of recommendation from a faculty member or dissertation advisor. MIKE SYNAR GRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP The Institute of Governmental Studies awards three Synar Fellowships annually in the amount of $3,000 each. The Mike Synar Graduate Research Fellowship is awarded to distinguished UC Berkeley graduate students who are writing their dissertations on an aspect of American politics (which may include comparative research across nations with the United States as a major case). Interested in applying? The deadline to apply is Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 11:59pm. PLEASE NOTE: This application requires a letter of recommendation from one of your Dissertation Advisors. For more information, please visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gBYSrYiw #publicpolicy #USpolitics #research #opportunities #matsuicenter #berkeleyigs

IGS and its partners are proud to present an engaging, informative, and thought-provoking series of events curated to facilitate healthy, open dialogue and provide timely information for the upcoming general election. See below for more information on our scheduled event offerings, and be sure to follow us for updates! Check out our website for more events: https://lnkd.in/gFBqAte6 Featured Upcoming Event: Presidential Debate Watch Party 📆 Tuesday September 10, 2024 🕛 5:30pm - 8pm 📍IGS Library, 109 Philosophy Hall, Berkeley, CA Join us for a friendly, welcoming, and informative evening as we livestream the first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump. We will begin at 5:30 with 30 minutes of expert commentary and Q&A with Presidential scholar Prof. Terri Bimes and IGS alum and American politics columnist and author Dr. Jonathan Bernstein. Refreshments will be provided. Register via Eventbrite: https://lnkd.in/g6m7wvrR #USelection2024 #berkeleyigs #matsuicenter #yourvotematters