One of the ways UC Davis students can get involved with the UN Sustainability Development Goals is through the SDGs Internship, where interns develop SDG-focused programming, identify SDG implementation opportunities, outreach about the SDGs, and more.
Kelly Mae Heroux, a third-year grad student in Soils and Biogeochemistry, received a Global Grad Grant to tackle food insecurity through agrivoltaics and community service. Her work bridges local action with global goals, fostering sustainable solutions and collaboration in Yolo County.
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.
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.
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.
