2018 UCMerced InternationalBrochure

L E A R N I N G O U T S I D E The Classroom

Many UC Merced students have secured positions because of their involvement in research – something that is key to the UC Merced experience. The campus’ diversity prepares students for a diverse work force and fosters thinking on a global level.

Academic Highlights

Innovate to Grow: This annual celebration of student ingenuity and entrepreneurship encompasses these three signature threads: »» Innovation Design Clinic (IDC): The capstone project experience for cross-functional teams of graduating seniors who collaborate with partner organizations and industries to define engineering problems, discover solutions and demonstrate their results. »» Engineering Service Learning (ESL): UC Merced’s cornerstone engineering experience designed to expose first year students to the power of engineering. »» Mobile App Challenge (MAC): Encourages students to design, prototype and pitch their ideas for innovative mobile applications that address today’s most pressing societal needs. innovatetogrow.ucmerced.edu UCDC: Combine practical training in your area of academic interest with field research and coursework taught by University of California professors in Washington, D.C., the United States capital. ucdc.ucmerced.edu

World Heritage Research Experience Scholars Program: Create digital maps and GIS databases of culturally relevant places; build 3D visualizations and reconstructions of ancient cities andmonuments; and design virtual exhibits andmuseums to support heritage tourism in this program that focuses on preserving natural and cultural heritage. uroc.ucmerced.edu/where

Yosemite Leadership Program: Regardless of your major or previous outdoor experience, you can gain the skills to lead, advocate for the environment, make informed ethical decisions and create social change during the

two-year program. ylp.ucmerced.edu

Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society (CITRIS): Undergraduates have the opportunity for self-directed learning and professional development, and are are extensively involved in projects such as UC Sprouts, which is developing a curriculum to allow local elementary school students to create an edible garden. In the Constant Current Electric Vehicle project, students are working on a potentially more efficient electric motor. Tire manufacturer Pirelli supported students in the Pirelli Project, in which they generated a discovery report on emerging trends in the automotive vehicle industry that could affect the tire environment. citris.ucmerced.edu

UC Education Abroad Program: There are opportunities in nearly 40 countries through scores of partner institutions for summer, semester and yearlong study,

research and training programs. studyabroad.ucmerced.edu

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