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Project Highlights

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Visual Histories of Northeast India
The Modern Endangered Archives Program of UCLA Library funds the surveying of photographer Ahmed Hossain's photographic collection, illuminating tribal communities of Northeast India.
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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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Exploring the Attack Adaptation Tactics of Bilbies in Australia
UCLA Professor Daniel Blumstein collaborates with University of New South Wales faculty members on a project exploring the attack adaptation tactics of bilbies, a type of marsupial.
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Impact Stories

Fostering Communication on Campus: Creating an Inclusive Academic Space in Austria
Exterior space between buildings Dr. Abe designed for the Vienna University of Economics and Business Campus. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Hitoshi Abe).

Fostering Communication on Campus: Creating an Inclusive Academic Space in Austria

Through his design of the Departments and Student Center at the Vienna University of Economics and Business Campus, Professor of Architecture and Urban Design Dr. Hitoshi Abe has created a unique space of interaction for faculty, staff, and students.
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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

Rutu Shah
Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics
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Nam Nguyen
Linguistics & Computer Science
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Victoria Rousseau
Financial Engineering
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Lucy Liu
Chemical Engineering
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Zhaoyan Sun
Astrophysics
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Glen Spiteri
Psychology
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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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FOREIGN INSTITUTION
Termez State University
UCLA COUNTERPART Program on Central Asia; International Institute Agreement Type: Non-Binding MOU
Country: Uzbekistan
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FOREIGN INSTITUTION
Qinghai University Tibetan Medicine College
UCLA COUNTERPART Fielding School of Public Health Agreement Type: Non-Binding MOU
Country: China
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Korea Institute For Energy Technology
UCLA COUNTERPART Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science Agreement Type: Non-Binding MOU
Country: Korea (South)
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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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Technology Innovators: Artificial Intelligence---Harnessing The Power Of Technology
DELEGATION 2 members
Visit Date: 09/25/2025
Bhutan
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Finnish Higher Education Institutions
DELEGATION 25 members
Visit Date: 03/17/2025
Finland
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Delegation From Indonesia
DELEGATION 14 members
Visit Date: 02/20/2024
Indonesia
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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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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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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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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 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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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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