How to Find Housing and Succeed as a Visiting Scholar at Berkeley?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding housing and succeeding as a visiting scholar at Berkeley. Participants share experiences and advice related to living arrangements, budgeting, and strategies for effective research during a six-month stay.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the best areas to live and how to find shared apartments without a car, seeking personal insights beyond official resources.
  • Another participant suggests that a reasonable goal should be set for the six-month research project, emphasizing that it is unrealistic to expect to accomplish a year's worth of work in that timeframe.
  • It is recommended to reserve time for settling in, although no specific timeframe is provided for this adjustment period.
  • Building a good understanding and relationship with colleagues is highlighted as important for effective communication and collaboration, with one participant sharing their personal adjustment experience with their supervisor.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of setting realistic goals and fostering good relationships with colleagues, but the discussion remains open regarding specific housing options and budgeting advice.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying degrees of uncertainty regarding the best living arrangements and the time needed for settling in, indicating that personal experiences may differ significantly.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals planning to visit Berkeley as scholars, students considering short-term research opportunities, and those interested in the logistics of living in the area.

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Hello,

I was recently given the opportunity to stay at Berkeley for 6months as a visiting scholar during the next spring semester. I would like to know if anyone has been living in the region and ask a few questions.

Where is it better to live and what is the best way to find a share appartment (I won't have a car)?
What should my housing budget be ? etc.

I know I can find pretty much everything on google and Berkeley's website but I would like to have some feedback from people on this forum. I am mostly looking for some advices and tips that one would not find on official websites and trip advisor! Anything that comes to your mind please do not hesitate!

Also, if there are any, what is the key for a successful 6months research project?!VM
 
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Mishra said:
Also, if there are any, what is the key for a successful 6months research project?!

I'd say you shouldn't expect to do a years work in those six months. Which means you should try to set a reasonable goal.
Also reserve time for settling in. I can't put a time frame on this, maybe someone else can give a coarse estimate for that.

Be sure to have a good understanding/relationship with colleagues. (or as good as possible)
I mean by this that it's easier to communicate in an informal way, it took me a while to adjust to this with my supervisor myself.
It makes everything a lot easier and quicker.
 
Hi and thanks to the both of you. I had very little free time to anwser sorry for the delay!

JorisL said:
I'd say you shouldn't expect to do a years work in those six months. Which means you should try to set a reasonable goal.
Also reserve time for settling in. I can't put a time frame on this, maybe someone else can give a coarse estimate for that.

Be sure to have a good understanding/relationship with colleagues. (or as good as possible)
I mean by this that it's easier to communicate in an informal way, it took me a while to adjust to this with my supervisor myself.
It makes everything a lot easier and quicker.

I realized that (the hard way) during my present internship. This will be even more true since I am not specialized on the topic of this visit in Berkeley.@Maylis: thanks I will contact you asap!

Best
 

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