Felicia Zhornitsky spent a month in Peru, volunteering with Sacred Valley Health to support community health workers in Quechua-speaking villages. This experience deepened her commitment to culturally sensitive, community-based healthcare and reinforced her dedication to pursuing a medical career that bridges healthcare systems and underserved populations.
UC Davis Ph.D. student Carlos Brito explores the impact of Venezuelan migration on local elections and public education quality in Boa Vista, Brazil. He highlights different aspects of his field experiences, including interactions with diverse cultural groups and the challenges of delivering public services in a multicultural environment.
Participating in the UC Davis Summer Abroad “Writers in Greece” program allowed Michael to gain a new global perspective on Greece and reflect on his identity. He engaged deeply with Greek culture and history, while also navigating health challenges and forming strong connections with fellow Aggies, making the experience both rewarding and enriching.
Meet the recipients of the Global Aggies Award for LGBTQIA+ Rights! These students have been supporting LGBTQIA+ graduate students and staff from around the world through their research in the Queer Trans Lab, which they plan to visually showcase via social media and a large art installation.
Lauren Hong, design major and computer science minor, shares her motivations for participating in the UC Davis Design & Fashion Virtual Summer Internship program.
The Global Aggies Award for LGBTQIA+ Rights encourages and supports UC Davis student global learning and engagement regarding the issues that LGBTQIA+ communities and individuals face around the world.
The Global Learning Hub is committed to promoting global learning opportunities for LGBTQIA+ students. Participation in global learning can be a great way to explore a passion, advance your academic/personal plans, enhance your resume, and connect with global communities. It can also be an opportunity to explore how LGBTQIA+ identities are perceived and experienced in varying or similar global learning environments.
