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UC Davis @ucdavis.bsky.social · 5h

Federal research funding turns lab work into real help. More funding means faster treatments, cleaner air and water, safer families and stronger businesses. When funding freezes, progress slows and costs rise. Learn about how UC Davis research improve lives by visiting ucdav.is/FLTL.

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UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences @ucdaviscaes.bsky.social · 2h

UC Davis researchers have learned how breast milk nurtures the good bacteria that help babies thrive from the very beginning. This scientific discovery is key to protecting infant health, especially for the most vulnerable. #FromLabsToLives #SpeakUp4Science https://bit.ly/4n440Nm

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UC Davis @ucdavis.bsky.social · 2h

Has UC Davis research changed your life? Whether it’s improved your health, helped a loved one or made your community better—we want to hear your story. Join others in celebrating the real world impact of UC Davis research. Visit ucdav.is/3WDic59 to share your story.

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · 4h

UC Davis research improves lives locally, nationally and globally. Federally funded research is crucial for transforming breakthroughs into real-world solutions. When funding freezes, progress stalls and costs soar. Learn about UC Davis research: buff.ly/TD1TG2g

#FromLabsToLives | #SpeakUp4Science

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · 1d

There's a newsletter for that! Stay connected to UC Davis Global Affairs, our events, programs, news and partnerships. Choose from any of our four newsletters to keep up with the latest. globalaffairs.ucdavis.edu/connect

UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · 8d

The UC Davis Global Learning Fair is this Thursday, October 9, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at ARC Ballrooms A&B. Come by to learn about study abroad programs, global internships, leadership opportunities, ways to go abroad after graduation, and options to fund your participation in these experiences!

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · 12d

UC Davis is a place where threatened scholars can rebuild their lives. With support from the Global Community Emergency Fund, an Afghan physician displaced by conflict is now advancing research and mentoring students. This October, we aim to raise $5,000 through #CrowdfundUCDavis. Learn more:

Afghan Physician Continues Research at UC Davis Thanks to Global Community Emergency Fund

To support threatened scholars and other members of the UC Davis community facing urgent financial need, the Threatened Scholars Committee created the Global Community Emergency Fund. This fund…

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · 16d

Whether you are new to campus or have been here for several months, UC Davis international scholars are invited to connect in a welcoming and virtual space for the monthly SISS Scholar Coffee Break.
October 2, 9 to 10 a.m.
Register for the Zoom link to join:

SISS Scholar Coffee Break, October 2025

About the eventWhether you are new to campus or have been here for several months, international scholars are invited to join SISS in this welcoming and virtual space. Connect with each other at the…

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · 20d

Tomorrow at 3:30, Services for International Students and Scholars will hold the virtual Fall Quarter Town Hall to update the UC Davis international student and scholar community about changes in federal immigration. UC Davis staff and faculty are welcome. Registration is required: buff.ly/cKYwHnr

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · 23d

Join us in welcoming the 2025-26 Humphrey Fellows to UC Davis! For the next several months, the Fellows will sharpen professional skills, build leadership capacity and engage in meaningful collaboration across campus and with the community. Reach out to begin connecting!

Humphrey Fellows Arrive at UC Davis from Eight Different Countries

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program returns to UC Davis in 2025-26 with eight Fellows.

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Sep 3

From Madrid to Davis, Kate Villegas’s study abroad journey transformed her academic path and personal growth.

As a double-major in human development and communications, Kate chose to spend a semester in Spain—studying sociology, practicing Spanish and building lifelong friendships.

A Semester in Madrid: Kate Villegas’s Study Abroad Journey

Kate is a fifth-year double-major in human development and communications. During her second year at UC Davis, she took part in a study abroad program, and her place of choice was none other than the…

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Aug 8

Congratulations to the seven UC Davis alumni selected for 2025–26 Fulbright U.S. Student awards! These global scholars will teach and research across Asia, Europe and Latin America, including studying electric vehicle policy, aging research and serving as English teaching assistants.

Global journeys start at Davis

Seven UC Davis graduates take to the global stage to represent the United States as 2025-26 Fulbright U.S. Student Program recipients.

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Jun 30

Shingirai Taodzera's education and career took him 10,000 miles from home. Africa remains crucial to his work in transforming livelihoods. Learn how he engages with African leaders, the funding resources that have opened opportunities, and lessons inspiring his students: bit.ly/3TG6zsN #GlobalAggies

UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Jun 27

What would a world free of poverty, hunger, discrimination and environmental crisis look like?

The UN Sustainable Development Goals provide a roadmap toward a more peaceful and prosperous world.

SDG intern Rishita Kumar explores the power of empathy: globalaffairs.ucdavis.edu/news/hidden-...

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Jun 20

Through a blending of both science and writing, third-year undergraduate Anya Nygaard made unforgettable memories in the Scottish Highlands. After studying abroad for four weeks, she returned with a new perspective on environmental science, learning, and friendship.

Scotland and Science: A Story of Growth

Finding the opportunity to immerse herself in Scotland’s culture and landscape, Anya Nygaard, a third-year environmental science and management major and geographic information systems minor, studied…

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Jun 16

Advice for international students/scholars: consider not traveling internationally, especially if you need to apply for a visa to return or are subject to travel restrictions; you need a valid visa only to enter the U.S.; gov policies can create uncertainty when returning to the U.S. buff.ly/q8DJFVX

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Jun 9

As our 25th anniversary celebration comes to a close, we’re filled with gratitude for everyone who has been a part of our journey.

As we honor the past, we look ahead with excitement and dedication to the next 25 years of driving global engagement and shaping a more interconnected world.

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Jun 6

The UC Davis Aggies Near and Far club is a podcast group that aims to raise awareness about global learning opportunities. Led by Jannet Torres Espinoza, a fourth-year graduate student and Ph.D. candidate, this vibrant club strives to share the stories of diverse individuals. buff.ly/90fllLf

Lessons from the Leader of Aggies Near and Far

Taking on a mission to expand awareness about global learning opportunities at UC Davis, the Aggies Near and Far podcast club produces educational episodes each month. It is led by Ph.D. candidate…

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · May 29

Global learning isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity.

It empowers students to collaborate with others, solve complex challenges and build a more just, resilient and interconnected world.

Learn more in this commentary by Hilary Landorf and Joanna Regulska. globalaffairs.ucdavis.edu/news/beyond-...

Beyond internationalisation and towards global learning

“Education is the point at which we decide if we love the world enough to take responsibility for it.” – Hannah Arendt

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · May 21

Climate education isn’t optional—it’s essential.

A new proposal at UC Davis aims to introduce a Climate Crisis General Education Requirement to equip every Aggie with the tools to tackle climate challenges across any field.

Learn more: globalaffairs.ucdavis.edu/news/learnin...

Learning for a Burning Planet: Making Climate Education a Must, not a Maybe

The climate crisis is no longer a distant issue but an emergency. Its effects, such as rising temperatures, extreme weather, and environmental degradation, are disrupting communities and impacting liv...

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · May 16

Join us on Monday (May 19) from 3 to 6 p.m. to honor the impact of globally focused research at @ucdavis.bsky.social and engage in dialogue. While much of this work has been halted with the closure of USAID, its importance and influence around the world remain. buff.ly/f4MId6M #UCDavisGlobal

At the Crossroads: Honoring Global Impacts Amidst Funding Challenges

Join us to honor the impact of globally focused research at UC Davis and engage in dialogue about it’s future. While much of this work has been halted with the closure of USAID, the importance of…

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UC Davis @ucdavis.bsky.social · May 15

Communities deserve to breathe clean air, drink safe water and live without fear of toxic exposure. Jonathan K. London leads NIH-funded research that builds collaborative partnerships between scientists with communities facing environmental hazards.

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · May 5

Meet UC Davis College of Engineering M.S. student and 2023-24 Mandela Washington Fellow Roy Akumu. From working on transportation projects in Somalia and Uganda to now researching solutions with the UC Davis Transit Lab, Roy is bridging borders to bring lasting infrastructure reform:

Engineering Change: Bridging Continents through Leadership Training and Civil Transportation Reform

Global Aggies article featuring Roy Akumu. Roy is an M.S. Civil Engineering student at UC Davis and a 2023-24 Alumnus of the Mandela Washington Fellowship.

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Jan 3

When UC Davis Humphrey Fellow Ana Celis (Mexico, 2024-25) was selected to speak at the Global Leadership Forum, she had two weeks to prepare a passionate call for preservation and awareness of groundwater environments. Read about her and her call-to-action: globalaffairs.ucdavis.edu/news/humphre...

Humphrey Fellow Speaks at International Forum with a Warning About Overtaxing Groundwater Resources

Becoming a 2024-25 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellow is already reshaping and expanding my professional perspectives. I was selected as a speaker for the “Humphreys Perspectives Panel: Ensuring Sustainable En...

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UC Davis Global Affairs @ucdavisglobal.bsky.social · Jan 2

Meet Aidan Chiang, a second-year International Relations student at UC Davis embracing global learning through the GEO-LLC, study abroad in Malaysia, and internships focused on the UN Sustainable Development Goals. globalaffairs.ucdavis.edu/news/cultiva...

#UCDavis #GlobalEngagement #StudyAbroad

Cultivating Cultural Learning and Community at UC Davis and Beyond

“Make sure to keep an open mind because you’ll never know what you’ll learn.” -Aidan Christopher Chiang

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