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Diving into Diversity: Empowering Marine Science Through Global Fieldwork
Undergraduate students using SCUBA to engage in fieldwork in Mo'orea French Polynesia (Photo courtesy of Dr. Paul Barber)

Diving into Diversity: Empowering Marine Science Through Global Fieldwork

Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Professor Paul Barber trains undergraduates in marine science through international fieldwork, fostering research, conservation, and global collaboration in coral reef ecosystems and biodiversity protection.
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Exploring Topics in 17th- and 18th-Century Studies
Every year, the UCLA Center for 17th- & 18th-Century Studies hosts a core conference program on various topics in history, ranging from ephemeral architecture to imperialism.
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Discovering Complex Cultural Heritage in Northern Ethiopia
Professor Willeke Wendrich directs the Shire Archeological Project, excavating and conducting archaeological survey work in the western Tigray region of northern Ethiopia.
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Understanding the History of Labor Relations in Brazil
The Modern Endangered Archives Program of UCLA funds the digitization of archives from Ibicaba Farm, Brazil — fostering an understanding of labor relations in Latin American plantations.
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Anne Rimoin wins award for epidemiologic research
In conjunction with the Rimoin Lab at UCLA, the UCLA professor of epidemiology has been conducting collaborative epidemiological research and training in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since 2002.
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UCLA alumna leads students beyond borders
Carmen Anders (UCLA 1996), a Spanish teacher at New Roads School in Los Angeles, attended a teacher development workshop in Oaxaca organized by the Latin American Institute in 2023. Two years later, she took eight...
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Doing what must be done: International Women of Courage share their stories
UCLA hosted the U.S. State Department’s 2025 International Women of Courage on April 7, several of whom spoke about their work and life experience at a public panel event.
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The Institute educates students about the world and serves as a campus and community resource.
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This site contains interactive maps and country data pertaining to UCLA's international students, visitors, partnerships, projects/programs and study abroad.
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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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Hertie School Of Governance
UCLA COUNTERPART Luskin School of Public Affairs Agreement Type: Student Exchange
Country: Germany
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Black Lion Hospital
UCLA COUNTERPART David Geffen School of Medicine Global Health Agreement Type: Affiliation
Country: Ethiopia
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Universitas Nasional, Jakarta, Indonesia (“Unas”)
UCLA COUNTERPART Herb Alpert School of Music Agreement Type: Non-Binding MOU
Country: Indonesia
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Finnish Higher Education Institutions
DELEGATION 25 members
Visit Date: 03/17/2025
Finland
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University Of Leicester President Visit
DELEGATION 5 members
Visit Date: 10/30/2024
United Kingdom
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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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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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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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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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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 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 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 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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