Call for Applications and Nominations: UC Davis and Global Affairs Awards and Grants 2026-27
UC Davis Global Affairs is now accepting grant applications and award nominations for the 2026-27 cycle.
Grants
Seed Grants for International Activities
Global Affairs, in partnership with UC Davis schools and colleges, Inclusive Excellence and the Office of Research, offers grants of up to $20,000 for innovative and interdisciplinary international research. Collaborations with partners in any country are eligible. This year, additional funding is available to support projects with collaborators in Taiwan or Italy or at Queen’s University Belfast. Proposals are encouraged from all faculty. Learn more and apply for a Seed Grant for International Activities.
Deadline: December 14, 2026 (some schools and colleges require pre-approval by December 7, 2026)
Grants for Advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Global Affairs, Inclusive Excellence and Sustainability announce a new round of grants supporting multidisciplinary collaborations that advance the SDGs. Up to three awards of up to $7,500 each will fund innovative projects addressing global challenges through partnerships that engage diverse stakeholders and promote sustainable solutions. Learn more and apply for a Grant for Advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Deadline: January 19, 2027
Awards
Chancellor's Awards for International Engagement
The Chancellor's Awards for International Engagement at UC Davis honor faculty and staff for their exceptional contributions to global engagement. Nominees must demonstrate significant impact on internationalization through teaching, research or service and promote the university's goal of Global Education for All. Two award categories are available: faculty (Academic Senate or Academic Federation) and staff. Learn more and submit a nomination for a Chancellor's Award for International Engagement.
Deadline: January 14, 2027
Excellence in Teaching for Global Learning Awards
The Excellence in Teaching for Global Learning Awards at UC Davis, a partnership between Global Affairs and the Academic Senate, recognize instructors dedicated to offering transformative global learning experiences to UC Davis students. These awards celebrate innovative teaching that fosters global awareness, intercultural competencies, and collaborative problem-solving among students. Learn more and submit a nomination for an Excellence in Teaching for Global Learning Award.
Deadline: January 14, 2027
For more information
Esther Luna DeLozier
Assistant Director of Partnerships and Faculty Engagement
Global Affairs
(530) 574-8545
[email protected]