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Project Highlights

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Preserving Indigenous Siberian Voices
The Modern Endangered Archives Program of UCLA Library funds this new effort in digitizing, contextualizing, and sharing tape recordings of indigenous people of the North.
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Creating Connections with Russian Language and Culture
The UCLA Russian Flagship Program is designed to enable students to achieve professional-level competence in Russian, along with cultural skills and globally transferable intercultural competence.
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An Online Encyclopedia of Iranian Archaeological Sites
The UCLA Pourdavoud Center maintains the UCLA Archaeological Gazetteer of Iran, a free-access web-based encyclopedia of archeological sites in the greater Iranian World.
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Impact Stories

The Ifugao Archaeological Project: Uncovering Rice Terraces and Conserving Heritage in the Northern Philippines
The 2015 UCLA NSF-REU Ifugao Archaeological Project Field School Participants (front [left to right]: Megan Moran, Eddie Cleofe, Cambria Craig, Ricardo Pagulayan, Alexis Francois, Glenys Ong-Echavarri; back [left to right]: Jared Koller, Mike Torres, Sopheara Chap, Komnet Moul John McClung; Dominic Bush).

The Ifugao Archaeological Project: Uncovering Rice Terraces and Conserving Heritage in the Northern Philippines

Led by Director of the UCLA Center for Southeast Asian Studies Dr. Stephen Acabado, the Ifugao Archaeological Project is an ongoing and impactful effort that has produced important findings about Philippine history.
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Global News

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A global conversation on the future of healthcare
Advanced Tomorrow is facilitating an interdisciplinary “healthcare ecosphere” to revolutionize healthcare by encouraging diverse professionals to think big about how healthcare can be transformed from reactive to proactive care.
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German consul general’s visit gives UCLA class perspective on transatlantic partnerships
Consul General of Germany in Los Angeles Andrea Sasse recently visited a community-engaged course taught by UCLA professor David Kim, where she discussed issues ranging from diplomacy and intellectual curiosity to career development.
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The social role of universities in a divided world
The U7+ Alliance of World Universities, of which UCLA is an active member, held its 2026 summit in Paris, April 14–15. President of Keio University Kohei Itoh, alliance chair, delivered the summit's communiqué to French...
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Shared Journeys, Unique Paths

Our International Students

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Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology
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Arda Değer
Electrical Engineering
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Lucy Liu
Chemical Engineering
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Jiwon Hur
Business Analytics
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Vanessa Vanegas
Law
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Eisha Shakeel
Urban and Regional Planning
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Partnerships

Global Collaboration

UCLA’s global mission focuses on developing new knowledge and understanding of a world that is increasingly diverse and interconnected, preparing our students for this complex world, and fulfilling our public mission across borders.
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Beijing International Studies University
UCLA COUNTERPART UCLA Extension UNEX Agreement Type: Non-Binding MOU
Country: China
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Fundacion Antonio Nunez Jimenez De La Naturaleza Y El Hombre
UCLA COUNTERPART Geography Agreement Type: Non-Binding MOU
Country: Cuba
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Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (Kcmc)
UCLA COUNTERPART David Geffen School of Medicine Global Health Agreement Type: Affiliation
Country: Tanzania
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Making a Difference

Alumni Abroad

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Education & Research

International Institute

The Institute educates students about the world and serves as a campus and community resource.
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Visitors and Dignitaries

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Sungkyunkwan University, Korea Visit
DELEGATION 5 members
Visit Date: 06/07/2023
Korea (South)
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Technology Innovators: Artificial Intelligence---Harnessing The Power Of Technology
DELEGATION 2 members
Visit Date: 09/25/2025
Bhutan
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Lgbtqi+ Policies And Implementation In The United States: A Project For Vietnam
DELEGATION 5 members
Visit Date: 11/20/2023
Viet Nam
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Global Projects and Programs @

UCLA Library

UCLA Library drives initiatives to digitize, preserve, and provide public access to primary resources worldwide in over 26 languages. The Library has 28 partners in 22 countries and four national library partners.
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Modern Endangered Archives Program
The UCLA Library digitizes and enables access to at-risk cultural heritage collections from around the world, ranging from manuscripts to audio recordings. (Above: A letter from Notes, Letters, Diaries, Posters, and Pamphlets: Narrating Ideas of Indigeneity in Jharkhand, India).
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Digital Collections
UCLA Library maintains rare and unique digital materials in its Digital Collections, open to the public. Often, these materials are from abroad or acquired through collaboration with foreign institutions. (Above: An original negative taken at the 1 May 1964 parade from the Albanian Photographic and Graphic Art Collection).
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Research Guides
The UCLA Library maintains research guides for faculty, staff, and students, providing resources to learn more about global cultures and regions. These range from ancient text databases to digital libraries from other countries. You may browse by subject or by librarian to find the most relevant resources.
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Navigate International Offices @

UCLA Campus

For students seeking support regarding international opportunities at UCLA, whether it be studying abroad or navigating international admissions, numerous dedicated services are available.
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Are you an international student at UCLA looking for resources?

The UCLA Dashew Center for International Students and Scholars provides comprehensive support to the international community on campus, including:

Visa and immigration assistance
Cross-cultural learning programs
Academic resources and workshops
Social events and networking opportunities
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Are you a UCLA student looking to study abroad?

The International Education Office (IEO) at UCLA enriches students' education by offering various services, including:

Study abroad program advising
Scholarship information
Pre-departure orientations and safety workshops
Pre-recorded webinars about studying abroad
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Are you an international student Looking to Apply to UCLA?

The UCLA Admission Office provides assistance and resources for international applicants, including:

Guidance on admission requirements and procedures
English language proficiency information
International recruitment video
Resources to learn more about UCLA
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