Events at the Goldman School

Tips to Strengthen Your MDP Application

Thursday • 9:30am–10:30am

Master of Public Affairs (MPA) Information Session

Thursday • 5:00pm–6:00pm PST

Curious about the Goldman School's MPA program? Join us for a virtual info session.

GSPP at the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Conference - Long Beach, CA

Sunday • 5:30pm–6:30pm PST • ICMA Conference, Long Beach, CA

2026 Sacramento Networking Reception

Friday • 5:00pm–6:30pm • UC Student & Policy Center • Sacramento, CA

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! The Goldman School's Sacramento Networking Reception is an opportunity for Sacramento-area prospective employers and alumni to connect with current Goldman School students from our MPP (Master of Public Policy), MPA (Master of Public Affairs), and MDP (Master of Development Practice) graduate degree programs who are interested in creating career connections in the Sacramento region (public, private and non-profit sectors).

An American Problem: The Rise and Fall of the Voting Rights Act

Monday • 4:00pm–5:30pm PST • Social Science Matrix (8th Floor), 820 Social Sciences Building, Berkeley

Join the Brennan Center's Kevin Morris for a discussion on the history of the Voting Rights Act.

Master of Public Affairs (MPA) Information Session - Focus on Local and State Government

Tuesday • 12:00pm–1:00pm PST

As a public institution with a public mission, UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy is committed to supporting the professionals who keep our cities and states running — wherever they are. That's why we're holding a special information session geared toward local and state government employees, as well as those aspiring to enter these fields.  

Please join us to learn how our rigorous curriculum and flexible format can empower you to address urgent public policy issues in your community and beyond.

GSPP Admissions Open House for Prospective Master's Students

Thursday • 12:00pm–5:00pm PST

Are you interested in pursuing a master's degree at the Goldman School of Public Policy? We want to welcome you to an in-person Open House for prospective MPA, MDP, and MPP program applicants on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM PDT.

Celebrating Vibrant Communities: The Latine Experience

Monday • 12:00pm–9:00pm PST • GSPP 250, East Courtyard

Please join us in celebrating vibrant cultures of the Latine community and more!

MDP Admissions Information Session

Wednesday • 9:30am–10:30am

Tips for Strengthening Your Master of Public Policy (MPP) Application

Wednesday • 5:00pm–6:00pm PST

Have you already started your Fall 2027 MPP application and could use some additional guidance on the admissions process?

Join us for a Tips for Strengthening Your MPP Application session on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 5:00 - 6:00 PM PST.