Global Engagement Insider | August 2026

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program offers more than 380 awards in more than 120 countries for U.S. citizens to teach, conduct research and carry out professional projects around the world. 

Fulbright-FAPESP Postdoctoral Award in Brazil (2027–28)

Early-career scholars are invited to apply for one of ten Fulbright-FAPESP Postdoctoral Awards supporting research at public universities in São Paulo, Brazil. Open to all disciplines, awards provide a monthly stipend and travel support for six- or twelve-month residencies. 

Deadline: September 15, 2026

Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship Opportunities for U.S. Students and Scholars

The Fulbright-Nehru Program offers U.S. students, scholars and professionals opportunities to conduct research, teach or pursue academic exchange in India. Fellowships support collaboration across disciplines at leading institutions. 

Deadline: Varies by award 

Fulbright Specialist Award: Public Policy Innovation at USP (Brazil)

The Fulbright Brazil Program invites U.S. scholars to collaborate with the University of São Paulo on public policy innovation. The award supports short-term teaching, research and institutional collaboration. Projects focus on improving policy design and implementation.

Hope Café Returns to International House Davis

August 20, 2026, International House Davis

Celebrate the end of summer and start of fall at Hope Café, part workshop, part party. Enjoy live jazz, complimentary drinks and snacks from Davis Food Co-op, specialty treats from local vendors, story sharing and creative activities. Just bring a curious mind and open heart. Get Hope Café tickets in advance.

New Online Platform Enhances Support for International Agreement Requests

Global Affairs has an online submission portal for faculty-driven international agreement proposals, making it easier to initiate requests that support faculty research, teaching and engagement.

Federal Government Updates for International Students and Scholars

Services for International Students and Scholars is sharing relevant federal updates for international students and scholars at UC Davis on their website.

Staying Up to Date on Changes to Duration of Status

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published the final rule, set to take effect on September 15, that replaces the current duration of status with fixed time periods for the length of stay for F and J visa holders, along with a formalized process for requesting extensions, now overseen by DHS.

UC Advisory for Travel Within the Middle East North Africa (MENA) Region

With the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff as our highest priority, we continue to advise all members of the UC community to discontinue travel to the MENA region until further notice.

Travel to High-Risk Destinations Must be Registered

Per UC Davis policy (PPM 300-32, International Travel), all international travel on university business must be registered. Additionally, travel to high-risk destinations is subject to review by the Travel Advisory Committee. All travelers to high-risk destinations are encouraged to review the U.S. Department of State’s Travel to High-Risk Areas webpage and Travel Advisories webpage.

Faculty Funding and Short-Stay Opportunities

Explore a curated list of annual funding and short-stay opportunities available to UC Davis faculty. These opportunities are offered through partner institutions and select governmental funding agencies. Most require that proposals be submitted in collaboration with a co-PI based at a partner institution or at an institution in the respective country or region.

Merit and Promotion Guidance for Globally Engaged Scholars

In August 2023, the Academic Affairs “Annual Call” introduced an optional Statement of Contributions to Public and Global Impact that faculty can now include in their merit and promotion dossiers. The statement encourages candidates to “tell the story” of their public and/or global engagement in ways that reveal its full breadth and impact to the colleagues who will evaluate their accomplishments, especially when that impact may not be evident in MIV and the Candidate’s Statement alone.

Free Vaccines and Medications for International Travel

For the UC Davis international business traveler, Occupational Health offers the following services at no charge: a personalized travel report with immunization recommendations and guidance on medical and country-specific concerns; a physician evaluation to determine a pre-trip medical plan; administration of all necessary vaccines and access to an on-campus pharmacy for travel medications.

Learn more about hosting visitors from around the world or the international agreement process on the Global Affairs website.