Discover UC Davis’s 2026 Global Learning Programs—mostly free or funded opportunities that empower students to build global leadership skills through immersive, virtual and research-based experiences worldwide.
Priya Talreja, a UC Davis alumna (class of 2023, Environmental Policy Analysis and Planning), has become the first UC Davis graduate ever to receive the highly competitive Fulbright–National Geographic Award.
Whether they lead English language clubs at Colombian universities or research electric vehicle, or EV, policy in the Azores, seven UC Davis graduates take to the global stage to represent the United States as 2025-26 Fulbright U.S. Student Program recipients.
Seven UC students were recognized with UCEAP Awards for Outstanding Global Internships, highlighting the transformative impact of their international work experiences on their academic and career goals.
UC Davis faculty have proposed a new general education requirement mandating climate crisis education for all undergraduates, aiming to equip students across all disciplines with the knowledge and skills needed to address climate change and promote sustainability.
On April 5, 2025, the UC Davis International Center hosted over 150 students, alumni, staff and global professionals for the 5th annual Global Learning Conference, themed Cultivating Authenticity in an Interconnected World.
The Global Impact Fellows Program draws upon UC Davis’ commitment to Global Education for All, which aims to provide all UC Davis students with global learning opportunities and experiences. Additionally, each of this year’s projects is tied to one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which aim to create a sustainable future for all.
The United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development includes 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth is a goal that encapsulates inclusivity and sustainability in relation to economic growth. The Redwood SEED Scholars Program at the University of California, Davis, aligns with SDG 8.
