At the L&S Advising Office, we love meeting with students and see hundreds each week. Still, we know it can be difficult to get an appointment, especially at particular times during the semester. This article aims to give you a little guidance in getting the support you're looking for.
Have you heard the term "DeCal" but feel fuzzy on what they actually are? Today, we'll cover these fantastic add-ons to your semester schedule.
What are DeCals?
DeCal stands for "Democratic Education at Cal" and refers to student-run courses at UC Berkeley. Students create and run their own courses on a huge array of subjects, from the broadly...
Being a transfer student means trying to get the most out of UC Berkeley in a shorter period of time, but you might be surprised how much you can fit in!
L&S College Adviser and liaison to the Transfer Student Center, Torey Bookstein had some advice for transfers who want to do it all.
When it comes to mapping out your time at Cal, those summers offer a lot of possibility! We're here to offer some ideas on what you might do with your summers.
Also, keep an eye out for the annual Summer Opportunities Fair to further explore these opportunities!
Feeling unsure how to manage completing your incomplete(s), especially on top of your current course-load? We talked with Lesdi C. Goussen Robleto, former L&S Mentor. Lesdi offered four steps you can take to get your incompletes to completion!
Step 1: Map Your Incomplete(s)
Before getting a plan underway, it’s important to...
As a former L&S Mentor, Eliotte Garling engaged with many undergrads about their experiences at Cal, both the good parts and the tough parts. Many experience feelings or thoughts related to a common phenomenon called "imposter syndrome," so having conversations on this topic has become a significant part of Eliotte's mentorship...
It is common to feel nervous about using office hours, either for support in a course or when you're trying to get to know faculty or GSIs. Today, we're sharing tips and suggestions for how to get your conversation started!
Tips If you introduce yourself by email, don't be discouraged if you don't hear back or if the response...
Do you ever feel like you spend a lot of time with your text books, but aren't sure what you're taking away?
Former L&S Mentor Patrícia de Nobrega Gomes, PhD student and GSI, mentored L&S undergrads through this challenge often. Patrícia offers her strategies for getting more out of your study time.
Could your study planning use an upgrade? If you often zone out in front of your text books or procrastinate homework you really have to get done, examining how you approach your study time could be a huge help.
Former L&S Mentor Patrícia de Nobrega Gomes, PhD student and GSI, frequently mentored L&S undergrads on their...
While resources like SLC's Strategic Learning Program can support you with overall study skills and strategies, you may be looking for directed support. While campus tutoring isn't available for all L&S classes, there may be more opportunities than you know. This article highlights tutoring resources...
Have you heard the term "DeCal" but feel fuzzy on what they actually are? Today, we'll cover these fantastic add-ons to your semester schedule. 
Being a transfer student means trying to get the most out of UC Berkeley in a shorter period of time, but you might be surprised how much you can fit in!
When it comes to mapping out your time at Cal, those summers offer a lot of possibility! We're here to offer some ideas on what you might do with your summers. 
Feeling unsure how to manage completing your incomplete(s), especially on top of your current course-load? We talked with Lesdi C. Goussen Robleto, former L&S Mentor. Lesdi offered four steps you can take to get your incompletes to completion!
As a former L&S Mentor, Eliotte Garling engaged with many undergrads about their experiences at Cal, both the good parts and the tough parts. Many experience feelings or thoughts related to a common phenomenon called "imposter syndrome," so having conversations on this topic has become a significant part of Eliotte's mentorship...
It is common to feel nervous about using office hours, either for support in a course or when you're trying to get to know faculty or GSIs. Today, we're sharing tips and suggestions for how to get your conversation started!
Do you ever feel like you spend a lot of time with your text books, but aren't sure what you're taking away? 
Could your study planning use an upgrade? If you often zone out in front of your text books or procrastinate homework you really have to get done, examining how you approach your study time could be a huge help.
While resources like