Y&S Nazarian Center raises nearly $800,000
Wednesday, June 29, 2022 READ MORE
Congressman Ted Lieu congratulates the Institute's Class of 2022
Congressman Ted Lieu (D-CA) delivered the commencement address to graduating students of the UCLA International Institute on June 11, 2022.
Monday, June 27, 2022 READ MORE
Four UCLA Russian Flagship students win Boren Scholarships
The year-long scholarships will enable the students to attend the program's capstone year abroad.
An interview with Robert Buswell, renowned scholar of Korean Buddhism
Distinguished Professor of Buddhist Studies Robert Buswell reflected on his life and work ahead of a two-day conference in honor of his retirement from UCLA.
Friday, June 24, 2022 READ MORE
Stations of the Cross on the Via Dolorosa, 1875-2022: A Photographic and Archaeological Journey
Launching a new exhibit from the Armenian Image Archive, the webinar will explore the 14 “Stations of the Cross” along the Via Dolorosa in Jerusalem, highlighting photographs from the Bonfils Studio in 1875 and new images from photographer Jack Persekian, taken specifically for this exhibit.
Thursday, June 23, 2022 READ MORE
Course connects globalization with local labor issues
A number of International Institute students took a spring course with UCLA sociologist Jennifer Jihye Chun that explored how the global economy impacts labor conditions in both the Global South and Global North.
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 READ MORE
Dedicated IDS students win program awards
The International Development Studies Program recognized graduating seniors for their volunteer work in service of international development goals and superior academic performance, respectively.
Monday, June 13, 2022 READ MORE
Peter Cowe: Scholar, linguist and beloved professor of Armenian culture and language
Narekatsi Professor in Armenian Studies S. Peter Cowe has headed the UCLA Center for World Languages since 2018. His deep knowledge and teaching of Armenian to heritage speakers make him an ideal director of the center.
Thursday, June 9, 2022 READ MORE
From Kwame Nkrumah's “Neocolonialism” to study abroad in Ghana
Hayley Farrell, an international development studies major, has spent her senior year studying at the University of Ghana while interning at a non-profit in Accra.
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 READ MORE
Congressman Ted Lieu to deliver 2022 International Institute commencement address
A frequent visitor to UCLA (which is located in his district), U.S. Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA) is a seasoned politician who served in municipal and state government in California before being elected to Congress.
Monday, May 23, 2022 READ MORE