The University of the Commons offers university-level classes in San Francisco, free of charge, for all who wish to attend. We encourage new faculty, students, and the community to participate by taking a class, proposing a class you can teach, or attending a meeting of the collective. For additional information, see UOTC.org. The commons: What we share. Creations of nature and culture that belong to all of us equally. Who are we? The University of the Commons is a collective of teachers, artist …

I am a graduate student finishing an MFA in Creative Writing at Goddard College. I love leading groups and being in the company of people who want to explore the world through writing and reading. This July I'm leading a writing workshop for two weeks in mid- July M, W, F with the hopes it might spin into something more. WHAT Family Matters: Fiction and Memoir Six 21/2 hour sessions helping you mine your family history as well as the histories of others for rich material. Explore creative writin …

Remember algebra class, when you and all your friends were studying at the same time...how good that felt...lets do it now...there are tons of bay area professionals that are either in school, working on getting some licensure or credential...and it would be so much easier to crack the books when meeting a few focused individuals who are doing the same!

We are a community that has found a better way to work that doesn't involve commuting. We use sustainable alternatives and prefer flexibility, freedom, and a sense of local community in our workplace. Join our diverse group of thinkers, leaders, and entrepreneurs in your own neighborhood. Our goal is to share our experiences in this new frontier of workplace and the broad knowledge base it brings with one another. Welcome! Our website Facebook Twitter Blog

Are you interested in a fun book club with other people your age? Please come join! I noticed that most of the book clubs out there in the east bay area tended to have more members over 30 and I have always wanted a club made up of fellow book lovers within my own age range. Any women/gay guys in the east bay area between 21-29 are more than welcome (You don't have to live in Walnut Creek to come hang out with us!) whether you are a college student, in your career, or a stay at home parent. The …

This group is for motivated students/young professionals in their 20's looking to connect with other young people in Vallejo & Benicia. We'll do everything from happy hour to hiking to attending local events to day trips to the city. We also have a book club. You think it up and we'll make it happen!

Get social and exercise :)! Wiser Ball is a sociable, brainy and gentle team sport. It's an equal game for people of all age or any level of fitness. It used to be an ancient game played by kings and elites for strategy practice. It's been revived recently and quickly spread to over than 20 countries. Family, friends, professionals, students, corporations are welcome! Be the pioneers of this re-invented imperial sport! WHY DID I START WISER BALL MEETUP GROUP? I'm always intrigued by activities …

Interns are generally interesting in networking and seeing what other interns are involved in.     This is a networking group primarily for students currently in San Francisco based internships who want to meet other interns and see what else is going on out there.   Business owners interested in meeting interns are also welcome.

This group is open to any student that is interested in developing their leadership skills and get more involved in their community. The club is going to be informational, have workshops, and invite guest speakers. It will also provide the opportunity for students to interact more with each other. These activities are aimed at promoting success in the business world. This group was started to help students outside the classroom setting and because of the importance in extracurricular activities. …

Meditate Be Here Now! Learn to meditate, whether you’re a beginner to meditation or an experienced meditator. You’ll learn the basics of meditation and mindfulness. You’ll learn to use meditation to calm your mind, to reduce stress, and to live a balanced, focused, and successful life. You'll learn to use mindfulness techniques to help you live fully in the present moment and improve productivity at work. The simple yet powerful meditation and mindfulness practice that we teach is geared towards …

If you have attended, are currently attending, or are a supporter of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, this is a group for you. Of the 105 recognized HBCU's, we have over 25 active HBCU alumni chapters represented, and we are looking to add more members and to be a hub for HBCU Alumni activities in the Bay Area. The Historically Black Colleges and Universities Alumni Coalition serves as the guiding force of the HBCU alumni chapters in Northern California through scholarship and fundr …

This is a group for anyone interested in sharing thoughts and ideas for improving academics in Lower, Middle or High Schools. Whether you are a parent, teacher or a student we want to hear from you. Our kids are home during summer for 10 weeks or so and this would be great forum to learn what is available and what other parents do to nurture creative growth in next generation. We can have events on regular basis for idea sharing.

This group extends hospitality to foreign nationals visiting the San Francisco/Silicon Valley area to learn about entrepreneurship and startup companies. WB, B-1, F-1 OPT and J-1 (without 2-year restriction) nonimmigrants are highly encouraged to participate.

Hi everyone! This group is for the people who are living in the SF Bay area and are looking to practice their English. We will have some funny activities around the city! Come socialize with us and meet other students, au pairs and travelers from around the world!

Congratulations! You are an Alumnus or an Alumna if you have received: (1) a John Jay College baccalaureate degree or master’s degree, or (2) a CUNY Graduate Center doctoral degree conferred in connection with a JJC program, or (3) a Baruch College degree in Police Science conferred when John Jay was located there. John Jay College invites alumni to attend events which bring alumni together within and outside New York. Each Spring the entire community, faculty, staff, undergraduates, graduate st …

Catch up with other local Mills College alums and their friends and family! We host a wide variety of events every month  that we hope are of interest or practical benefit to alums, help our East Bay community gain greater exposure to Mills, and to support current students and staff. Events include film screenings of movies written/directed by alums, emergency preparedness for students/seniors/families, book clubs focusing on topics of interests to alums, and museum tours featuring faculty art, …

Calling all international student and scholar advisors in the Bay Area! Let's get together for wine and regs AND regs and wine! Hoping to create additional opportunities for us to get together outside of NAFSA conferences and BAPIER meetings to connect and discuss tricky advising situations and regulatory changes. I'd love to start off with having a monthly meet up - 3rd Wednesday of each month? Depending upon the level of interest - more info coming soon!

This group is an International or local College students and young professionals community based in the bay area that people can get together and spent some quality time to meet new people and enjoy the party. DIVERSITY GLOBLE CHILL PEACE HAPPINESS EASY GOING AND HONESTY are the outcome feelings we want to have from this group. If you like it as well, then LET'S MEET AND HAVE A GOOD TIME!

We are a group of parents and educators seeking to open a charter early college high school in West Oakland. Even though Oakland remains plagued by astronomical dropout rates, a high school diploma is no longer a sufficient target for our kids. It's time to aim higher. At The Town High School Early College, our mission will be to take the same youth that some expect to drop out of high school and graduate them in four years with an associate's degree. Innovative, teaching-focused scholars will i …

The San Francisco Bay Area Nebraska Alumni Chapter. For Nebraska fans and alumni living in the Bay Area and beyond. You don't have to be an alum to participate in Chapter activities. You just have to be a friend of the University, root for the Huskers or enjoy the company of fellow Nebraskans.

About Meetings are on Mondays, 7PM at TH 428. Inquire for more details, "like" us to keep yourself updated! Description Per the AMSA website: Today, AMSA is a student-governed, national organization committed to representing the concerns of physicians-in-training. AMSA members are medical students, premedical students, interns, residents and practicing physicians. Founded in 1950, AMSA continues its commitment to improving medical training and the nation's health. How is AMSA different from othe …