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Global Learning Conference

UC Davis Global Learning Conference

Developing as Compassionate Global Leaders

  • Date and Time: April 11, 1–6 p.m.
  • Location: UC Davis International Center
  • Registration Information:
    • Open to UC Davis students, non-Davis students, alumni, and community members

Turn your global experiences into career confidence! The Global Learning Conference helps globally minded students turn international and cross-cultural experiences into career opportunities. Gain tools to articulate your global skills in the job search, network with employers and professionals, explore career paths and connect with peers who lead with impact.

Hosted by the UC Davis Global Learning Hub, the Global Learning Conference is for undergraduate and graduate students who: 

  • have experience navigating intercultural spaces;
  • have studied, researched, or interned abroad;
  • have global experiences on campus or in the U.S.;
  • are international students;
  • are first-generation college students;
  • are passionate about solving global challenges.

*There is a cap of 150 participants for this event. Ticket price and experience includes:

  • Professional headshots
  • Light refreshments and snacks
  • Conference program and materials
  • RAFFLE and more!

Questions?

If you have questions about the Global Learning Conference, email [email protected].

2026 Schedule

12:15–1:00 p.m.Registration
1:001:30 p.m.Welcoming Remarks and Kickoff
1:40–2:45 p.m.Concurrent Sessions Block #1
3:004:05 p.m.Concurrent Sessions Block #2
4:05–4:20 p.m.Break 
4:205:30 p.m.Structured Networking Sessions
5:30–6:00 p.m.Closing Ceremony

What Conference Attendees are Saying About the Global Learning Conference

  • “I loved the opportunity to interact with students…and overall network with amazing individuals.”
  • “I feel more prepared and confident in how to handle job applications.”
  • “Angela [keynote speaker] is an inspiration and her story really reached me. I felt like I could really relate with what she was saying, and I hope to stay connected with her. Her speech seemed to really match my current place in the world and has helped me feel more confident and clear in what I want to do.”
  • “The advice from the [global professional] guests during lunch really helped me solve what I could do next.”
  • “The most helpful part of the conference for me was learning about the variety of [post-graduation] opportunities for working abroad other than just teaching English.”
  • “Having the speaker directly from LinkedIn was helpful for me to understand how to actually use the site.”
  • “The writing and pitch workshops taught me at least 5 new things that I want to do now!”