Check out the many opportunities at UCI to learn about cultures, history, languages and current events around the globe. Meet international students and develop your capacity to be an engaged member of our global society.
Communication Club
The Communication Club is a language and cultural exchange program, partnering domestic and international students in an effort to globalize the UCI community and promote dialogue and inter-cultural interaction. For more information, contact the club at commclub@uci.edu or (949) 824-8525.
Culture and International Clubs at UCI
Browse a listing of student clubs and organizations that match your interests. Filter for “international” or “multicultural” etc.
English Corner
The English Corner is a conversational program that is a great way to meet new people and improve conversational skills. The English Corner meets every Monday 5:30 – 6:30 pm at the International Center. Make new friends from all over the world. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Alex Han at: ahan1231@gmail.com
International Club
The International Club connects foreign students with American students in order for them to practice English, other languages, or just make new friends. The group plans many social, cross-cultural, and recreational activities. All are welcome and active participation in the club is encouraged.
International Coffee Hour - at the Counseling Center
Come and meet students from all over the world. Enjoy lively conversations and refreshments. New members are always welcome, and you can come and go as you please during the coffee hour.
International Pub Night
Thursday nights are international night at the Anthill Pub and Grille in the UCI Student Center. International Students over 21, be sure to bring your UCI ID and passport to be served.
International Spouses and Partners Tea
The International Center hosts a tea each month for spouses and partners of international students and scholars at UCI. Students as well as other campus and community members interested in meeting these international visitors are welcome. Children are also welcome. Sign up for the Listserv to get monthly invitations, or contact them at: scech@uci.edu.
International Village
The International Village is a living-learning residence (located in the Arroyo Vista theme house community) for students who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of different cultures, share international perspectives, and build friendships with students from around the world. Half of the residents are international students and half are from the U.S.
Career Development and Job Search – UCI Career Center
Career Center staff can help you present your involvement, leadership and study of international topics on your resume and during interviews to appeal to employers, graduate schools and professional schools. Access Going Global Career Guides, the ultimate international job seeker's guide, by logging into ZotLink. Updated continually, and developed by a worldwide team of career specialist.
Global Connect
Under the direction of faculty and graduate students you can earn academic credit and leadership experience while teaching high school and middle school students about international issues.
Global Cultures Major
The Global Cultures major explores the problems and processes of globalization from a humanistic perspective. The major equips students with analytical skills and knowledge that is critical to understanding the complexities of the diverse world in which we live.
Global Leadership Certificate Program
Prepare to be a global leader in your field. Meet international students, learn about various cultures, study abroad, develop your leadership skills, and show what you have learned.
International Studies Major
The International Studies major gives you an interdisciplinary window through which to understand global issues, societies, and cultures. International Studies majors acquire the skills and knowledge to understand and contribute to shaping the rapidly evolving global community.
International Studies Public Forum
Hear from experts in academia and the private sector speak on international topics of current interest.
Model United Nations
Model United Nations focuses on developing an understanding of current international issues by providing both high school and college students with an understanding of the origin, the role and the impact of the United Nations in the international community. Participants learn skills to debate, caucus, research and write for simulated UN conferences.
UROP
Plan a faculty mentored research project on an international topic that interests you while you are abroad or once your return. Opportunities are available to apply for research funding, for publication in the UCI Undergraduate Research Journal, and to present your research at the annual UCI Undergraduate Research Symposium.
