Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program at UC Davis

Established in 1978 by President Jimmy Carter to honor the late Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey—who was a long-time advocate of international cooperation and understanding—the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program enhances leadership among international professionals who collaborate to address local and global challenges and foster change for our collective good.

Humphrey Fellows in Action

Through collaborations with UC Davis faculty, advisors, and professional affiliations, lasting ties between UC Davis, partners, and community members and our Humphrey Fellows are formed. Often, UC Davis faculty even continue working on projects as Humphrey Fellows transition to Humphrey Alumni.

Alongside their leadership projects, Humphrey Fellows at UC Davis also participate in a number of community events—from volunteering with solar energy organizations and at community dinners to providing course lectures and engaging with seminars on campus and in the community. It is often their first visiting the U.S., and our fellows learn American customs and culture while sharing their experiences and perspectives with the UC Davis campus and surrounding communities, making for stronger connections and collaborations.

History of the Humphrey Fellows at UC Davis

UC Davis has hosted the Humphrey Program from 1986 until 1996, and again since 2001, hosting more than 300 fellows from more than 100 different countries. One of 13 universities selected across the nation to host the program for 2024-25, UC Davis offers professional development and collaborations for fellows in the fields of natural resources, sustainability and environmental policy.

This Year's Cohort

UC Davis Introduces 12 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellows Joining Campus in 2024-25

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program returns to UC Davis as 12 Fellows from 12 different countries arrive on campus.