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 brings accomplished mid-career professionals from countries with developing and emerging economies to the United States for professional and leadership development.

Twelve Humphrey Fellows stand together in two rows on the grass of a lawn on the UC Davis campus in the sunlight. They wear a combination of culturally traditional and business dress.

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program brings accomplished mid-career professionals from countries with developing and emerging economies to the United States for professional and leadership development. 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 climate change, natural resources and environmental policy.

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.

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.

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 often being their first visit to the U.S., our fellows learn American customs and culture, and at the same time, share their experiences and perspectives with the UC Davis campus and surrounding communities.

Twelve Humphrey fellows stand outside in the sunlight on a balcony overlooking part of the UC Davis campus

Climate Workshop Prepares Humphrey Fellows for Global Change

The UC Davis 2021-22 Humphrey Fellowship Program hosted a climate change communications workshop for Humphrey fellows as UC Davis welcomed 30 Humphrey fellows representing 27 countries from 11 Humphrey host campuses throughout the United States, positioning them to lead compelling conversations about this important topic in their workplaces and home communities around the world.

Humphrey Fellowship: A Once in a Lifetime Opportunity

UC Davis Humphrey Fellow Shafat Sultan (India, 2013-14) shares about his professional development and collaborative experiences in the U.S. and at UC Davis through the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.