The UC Davis Global Learning Conference is an annual event organized by the UC Davis Global Learning Hub, designed to help students leverage their international and cross-cultural experiences for career advancement. This year's conference, themed "Developing as Compassionate Global Leaders," will take place on April 11, 2026, from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the UC Davis International Center.
The conference features a variety of sessions focusing on articulating global skills in the job search, networking with employers and professionals, and exploring diverse career paths. Attendees will participate in structured networking opportunities, engage in workshops on leadership and communication, and gain insights into marketing their global experiences for future internships, graduate school, or job opportunities.
Additional offerings include professional headshots, light refreshments and snacks, and a raffle. The event is open to UC Davis students, non-Davis students, alumni, and community members, with a registration fee of $10. Registration is open from January 23 to March 30, 2026, with a cap of 150 participants.
This conference is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students who have navigated intercultural spaces, studied or interned abroad, or have global experiences on campus or in the U.S. It is particularly beneficial for international students, first-generation college students, and those passionate about addressing global challenges.
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Speakers(16)
Ana K. Celis
UC Davis Fellow at Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
Ana has worked for nonprofits, government, and the private sector in the fields of subterranean ecosystem conservation and cave archaeology. She currently serves as director and founder of Karst Lab México, fostering capacity-building projects for ecosystem conservation in small-scale communities.
Bill(y) Robertson-Geibel
Assistant Teaching Professor & Associate Director of Experiential Learning at Sixth College, UC San Diego
Bill(y) oversees and teaches within the college's experiential learning program and works to develop educational programming and partnerships that provide students with real-world learning opportunities including study abroad, internships, and community engagement.
Chris Foxall
Community Response Specialist at City of Sacramento
Chris has over 15 years of experience in community development, dialogue, program design, and facilitation. In his current position with the City of Sacramento's Department of Community Response, he provides resources and support for the unhoused community.
Claudio Castaneda
Manager of Partnerships at DA Global
Claudio Castaneda is the Manager of Partnerships at DA Global, contributing to the Career Skills Plenary by sharing expertise on career preparation with a global perspective. He discusses the importance of networking and strategies to distinguish oneself to global and multinational employers.
Colleen E. Bronner
Professor of Teaching & Vice-Chair at Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, UC Davis
Colleen E. Bronner is a Professor of Teaching and Vice-Chair in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UC Davis. She participates in structured networking sessions, offering insights into global health, science, technology, and engineering.
David Wick
Associate Professor and Chair of the International Education Management program at Middlebury Institute of International Studies
David teaches graduate courses on educational equity and social justice, student learning and development, and program design and assessment. He researches and publishes on equity and inclusion in international education.
Joanna Regulska
Vice Provost and Dean at UC Davis Global Affairs
Joanna Regulska has led large-scale programs that transform institutions, establish partnerships, and substantially improve global services for over 30 years. In 2022, she was honored with the Charles Klasek Award for outstanding service to the field of international higher education from the Association of International Education Administrators.
Ken Barnes
Assistant Director at UC Davis Career Center
Ken sees students interested in a variety of areas including international opportunities and Liberal Arts and Business. He graduated from UC Davis with a BA in Political Science and is an active member of the Robla School District Board of Education.
Madeline Brown
Graduate Student at Middlebury Institute of International Studies
Madeline is a student in the International Education Management program and will graduate in December 2026. She was introduced to global learning through her year-long study abroad trip to Madrid, Spain during her undergraduate program at the University of the Pacific.
Marc Ross Manashil
Marc Ross Manashil will present on adaptive leadership, introducing key ideas relevant to times of uncertainty and global complexity. The session will focus on leadership as an activity rather than a position, emphasizing collaboration, compassion, equity, and global impact across boundaries. Attendees will engage in an interactive exercise to model collaborative leadership and surface diverse perspectives.
Maritza Davis
Vice President of Experiences & Social Responsibility at Sacramento Kings
As Vice President of Experiences & Social Responsibility for the Sacramento Kings, Maritza Davis blends business strategy with community impact, leading initiatives in health, education, social justice, and sustainability. She advises executives, coaches, and players on leveraging the power of sports to drive meaningful change. With the NBA and Sacramento Kings as global brands, Davis leads initiatives that extend beyond the court, using sports as a catalyst for civic engagement, equity, and innovation.
Ray Green
Program Officer at The Center at Sierra Health Foundation
Ray leads a nationally recognized collective impact model with MBK Alliance via the Obama Foundation to improve the educational, health, social, and economic outcomes for local boys and young men of color. He is a graduate from the University of California, Davis.
Shakira Bandolin, MD
Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor, Director of Global Health at UC Davis Global Health Office
Dr. Shakira Bandolin is a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor and Director of Global Health at the UC Davis Global Health Office. She also serves as the Global Emergency Medicine Fellowship Director at UC Davis Health, contributing to structured networking sessions focusing on global health, science, technology, and engineering.
Sydney Low
Program Assistant at University of San Francisco
Sydney is an international education practitioner dedicated to supporting learners seeking opportunities of inquiry and exchange. She is a recent graduate of the International Education Management program at Middlebury Institute of International Studies.
Tairiq Marshall
Program Associate at The Center at Sierra Health Foundation
Tairiq supports My Brother’s Keeper Sacramento and California Funders for Boys and Men of Color at the Center at Sierra Health Foundation. He is a native of Sacramento’s Del Paso Heights community and a graduate of San Diego State University.
Ximena Ospina, Ed.D
International Educator
Ximena is an advocate of transformative, equitable, and mindful global education, with a diverse background and experience within social change organizations and higher education institutions. She completed her Doctorate in Educational Leadership, centering her work on the notion of 'generational dreaming'.
Event Details
- Date
- April 11, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Davis, United States
- UC Davis International Center
- Pricing
- $10
- Audience
- UC Davis students, non-Davis students, alumni, and community members.
- Attendees
- Up to 150 participants.