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PROSPECTIVE STUDENT EVENTS

SIEML Networking Mixer in Atlanta

Wednesday, October 8
5 pm ET - 6:30 pm ET
No Mas! Cantina | 180 Walker St SW Ste B, Atlanta, GA 30313
Click here to RSVP

SIEML is delighted to be partnering with Berkeley Haas Accelerated Access to host this dynamic networking mixer for prospective students and SIEML alumni in the Atlanta area. We invite you to join us for lively conversation with Amy Russell, Director of SIEML and Verse Gabrielle, Sr. Associate Director, Accelerated Access at UC Berkeley. You’ll also get to connect with UC SIEML alumni including Cori’Anna White, 84th Student Government Association President at Spelman and Kenneth Ugo, 94th Student Government Association President at Morehouse. We thank Spelman and Morehouse SGAs for their partnership on this event.

We invite you to join us for refreshments while learning more about opportunities to pursue your graduate business interests in the University of California system. Space is limited so register today. Please select prospective student when you RSVP. 

Attire is casual. Resumes are welcome but not required.

Graduate School Fair in Atlanta

Thursday, October 9
3:00 pm PT - 6:00 pm ET
Clark Atlanta University - Bishop Cornelius L. Henderson Student Center 
Register from your campus Handshake account

We invite you to meet representatives from UC SIEML and the UC Berkeley Accelerated Access program at this fair hosted by the Atlanta University Center Consortium.  

SIEML Webinar: Maximizing the Fall For Your Best Application

Wednesday, October 22
4 pm PT/7:00 pm ET
Click here to RSVP 

The application for the 2026 Summer Institute for Emerging Managers and Leaders (SIEML) is due January 7, 2026.

Learn more about this dynamic University of California-wide graduate business initiative that is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors from HBCUs and HSIs nationwide, and transfer-ready California HSI Community College students. SIEML scholars receive vast benefits from an all-expense paid business and leadership bootcamp at a UC campus to up to 2 years of full-fee and tuition fellowships at UC graduate business schools.

During this session, you'll also hear from our program leadership and alumni. You will also learn tips to pull together your strongest application.

Please select prospective student when you RSVP. 

SIEML Information and Networking Session at San Diego State

Tuesday, November 4
5:30 pm PT - 6:30 pm PT
San Diego State University | Scripps Cottage | Campanile, Park SDSU | San Diego, CA 92182 
Click here to RSVP 

UC SIEML is delighted to host this information and networking session for SDSU undergraduates. Meet program leadership, admissions staff from UC San Diego, and alumni at this dynamic event. Learn more about this University of California-wide graduate business initiative that is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors from HBCUs and HSIs nationwide and transfer-ready California HSI Community College students. SIEML scholars receive vast benefits from an all-expense paid business and leadership bootcamp at a UC campus to up to 2 years of full-fee and tuition fellowships at UC graduate business schools.

Please make sure to select prospective student when you RSVP. This session is open to all students at SDSU who meet eligibility requirements. Learn more about the eligibility criteria here. Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Please select prospective student when you RSVP. 

We thank the National Society of Black Engineers SDSU for their partnership.

SIEML Networking Mixer in San Bernardino

Wednesday, November 5
5:30 pm PT - 7:00 pm PT
El Torito | 118 E Hospitality Lane | San Bernardino 92408
Click here to RSVP 

SIEML is delighted to host this networking mixer for prospective students and SIEML alumni in the Inland Empire. We invite you to join us for refreshments while learning more about opportunities to pursue your graduate business interests in the University of California system. This session is open to all local students who meet eligibility requirements. Learn more about the eligibility criteria here.

Please select prospective student when you RSVP. 

Attire is casual. Resumes are welcome but not required.

Umoja Conference College Fair in San Jose

Friday, November 7
8:00 am PT - 5:00 pm PT
San Jose McEnery Convention Center 

For those attending the Umoja Conference, UC SIEML will have a table at the College Fair.  Please note, this event requires a ticket purchase through the conference host.

SIEML Information and Networking Session at Delaware State University

Wednesday, November 19
12:00 pm ET - 1:30 pm ET
Delaware State University | College of Business Executive Conference Room | 1200 N. DuPont Highway | Dover, DE 19901
Click here to RSVP 

UC SIEML is delighted to host this lunchtime information and networking session for DSU undergraduates. Meet program leadership,  staff from UCLA, and DSU UC SIEML alumni at this dynamic event. Learn more about this University of California-wide graduate business initiative that is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors from HBCUs and HSIs nationwide and transfer-ready California HSI Community College students. SIEML scholars receive vast benefits from an all-expense paid business and leadership bootcamp at a UC campus to up to 2 years of full-fee and tuition fellowships at UC graduate business schools.

This session is open to all DSU students who meet eligibility requirements. Learn more about the eligibility criteria here.

Pizza and refreshments will be provided. The session is designed so that you can step out if you have classes at 1 pm. Please select prospective student when you RSVP. 

We thank DSU Career Services for their partnership. 

SAVE THE DATE FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

Here is a sneak peak into our fall travel. We will be sharing more details about these events as they become available. If you haven't signed up already, join our mailing list, make sure to share where you're located, and we'll send an invite when we finalize the events in your area.

  • DC Area Networking Mixer: Friday, November 21 (evening TBD)

ALUMNI EVENTS

SIEML Networking Mixer in Atlanta

Wednesday, October 8
No Mas! Cantina | 180 Walker St SW Ste B, Atlanta, GA 30313
5 pm ET - 6:30 pm ET
Click here to RSVP 

SIEML is coming to Atlanta and would love to see you! The program is delighted to be partnering with Berkeley Haas Accelerated Access as well as Spelman and Morehouse Student Government Associations to host this dynamic networking mixer. We invite you to join us and reconnect with fellow SIEML scholars and staff, and share your experiences with prospective students. You are welcome to invite all qualified students whom you think may be interested in applying to SIEML to meet with Amy Russell, Director of SIEML and Verse Gabrielle, Sr. Associate Director, Accelerated Access at UC Berkeley. Space is limited so register today. Please select alumni when you RSVP. 

Attire: casual.

SIEML Alumni Connection in San Diego

Tuesday, November 4
Ko-Li Bar | 4898 Convoy Street, Ste 103, San Diego, CA 92111
2 pm PT - 3:30 pm PT
Click here to RSVP 

Calling all SIEML alumni in the San Diego Area. You're invited to connect/reconnect over some scrumptious desserts at this Japanese-inspired cafe. Please select alumni when you RSVP. 

SIEML Networking Mixer in San Bernardino

Wednesday, November 5
5:30 pm PT - 7:00 pm PT
El Torito | 118 E Hospitality Lane | San Bernardino 92408
Click here to RSVP 

SIEML is delighted to host this networking mixer for prospective students and SIEML alumni in the Inland Empire. We invite you to join us and reconnect with fellow SIEML scholars and staff, and share your experiences with prospective students. You are welcome to invite all qualified students whom you think may be interested in applying to SIEML. Please select alumni when you RSVP. 

SIEML Information and Networking Session at Delaware State University

Wednesday, November 19
12:00 pm ET - 1:30 pm ET
Delaware State University | College of Business Executive Conference Room | 1200 N. DuPont Highway | Dover, DE 19901
Click here to RSVP

We'd love to reconnect and have you join us on the panel to speak about your experiences as a DSU UC SIEML Scholar. Pizza and refreshments provided. Please select alumni when you RSVP. 

SAVE THE DATE FOR ALUMNI

Here is a sneak peak into our fall travel. We will be sharing more details about these events as they become available. If you haven't signed up already, join our mailing list, make sure to share where you're located, and we'll send an invite when we finalize the events in your area. You are welcome to invite students you think would be interested in applying for SIEML.

  • DC Area Networking Mixer: Friday, November 21 (evening TBD)
    • UC SIEML is returning to DC for this lively event with both alumni and prospective students