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Welcome to Berkeley. Use the links below to find a list of tasks for new faculty, resources for housing, child and eldercare, immigration and visas, campus administration, and disaster preparedness.
New Faculty Onboarding Guide
For a list of tasks to complete before arriving at UC Berkeley, during you first week, and within your first month, consult the New Faculty Onboarding guide.
Housing and Relocation Information
Learn about neighborhoods, rentals, moving needs, and home purchasing here.
Childcare and Eldercare
Berkeley offers a number of paid and unpaid leave options, workload modifications, supportive programs, and other resources, designed to be responsive to the family needs of academic appointees. Read through this list to see what might apply to your situation. While some supports are available to all academic employees, others are specific to senate faculty. https://ofew.berkeley.edu/support-faculty/family-responsive-policies-ben...
International Faculty
This site covers information that faculty, lecturers, and visiting researchers might need to navigate their move or visit to Berkeley. FInd resources here https://internationaloffice.berkeley.edu/profs_researchers
New Senate Faculty
As a new Senate faculty member, you are joining an incredible community of faculty, staff and students from around California, the nation, and the world.
The video on this page highlights the Berkeley mission and values in action.
On this page you'll also find links to information to support your transition and success in the years to come.
https://ofew.berkeley.edu/support-faculty/new-senate-faculty
New Faculty Administrative Handbook
Find a New Faculty Administrative Handbook prepared by Berkeley Regional Services that includes useful information about administrative functions on campus and an overview of different departments that you will interact with.
Emergencies and Natural Disasters
Be a prepared Bear: If you are new to California, check out the Office of Emergency Management’s website to help prepare for emergencies and natural disasters. More detailed information about earthquakes and other natural disasters is also available.