The Global Impact Fellows Program is a one-year commitment to leading or assisting a student-led initiative that addresses a global+local issue where students can hone project management, leadership, and specific technical skills in an environment where they have real autonomy.
Embarking on her Latinx health internship in Mexico, Melanie embraced a quarter abroad that was filled with clinical observations, cultural exchanges and personal growth.
UC Davis’ actions toward promoting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on campus have become more apparent on a student level over the years as students find opportunities to contribute to addressing global challenges on a local level. One example of these actions is how student volunteers engage in the SDGs at the Aggie Basic Needs Center.
During the 2022–23 academic year, over 115 UC Davis students participated in the Universitas 21 (U21) Sustainable Micro-Internship and Global Citizens programs, virtually representing UC Davis across the U21 network by working closely with international students across disciplines.
Graduate Studies is proud to announce the 2023 top 10 finalists of UC Davis Grad Slam. UC Grad Slam is an annual competition where master’s and doctoral students are invited to share their research in a compelling presentation.
In 2017, the United Nations Academic Impact, in partnership with Millennium Campus Network, launched the UN Millennium Fellowship, a selective undergraduate leadership development program that engages students in creating more awareness of and action upon the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at universities worldwide.
As part of a broad commitment towards helping solve global challenges and providing a global education for all students, UC Davis is an active member of Universitas 21 (U21), a global network that connects 28 research universities for collaboration, knowledge-sharing and engagement with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Melody Sie, a recent graduate in International Relations, reflects on what she gained from the Global Education for All Fellows program and her role with the Aggies Near and Far podcast.
Eleni Piliotis, political science major in the College of Letters and Science, reflects on her United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Internship with Global Affairs.
In 2017, the United Nations Academic Impact, in partnership with Millennium Campus Network, launched the UN Millennium Fellowship, a selective undergraduate leadership development program that engages students in creating more awareness of and action upon the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at universities worldwide.
