Global Perspectives Initiative
Advocating for curriculum reform at UC Davis!
About
The Global Perspectives Initiative (GPI) was formed by undergraduate students with the goal of building a community where students could discuss their concerns about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in health and biological sciences courses. The GPI is dedicated to advocating for curriculum reform in One Health courses at UC Davis. Drawing upon anti-racism, anti-colonialism, trauma-informed practices, ethnic studies, disability justice scholarship, and our own experiences, our innovative framework particularly explores three under-addressed themes: lived experiences, community engagement, and cultural humility. Some of most updated projects we do include collaborating with instructors, building course modules, introducing guest speakers to classes, and researching student experiences with curricula and learning environments.
Typical events & activities
- Course Modules (50 minute presentations)
- Annual social
- Volunteering events (youth summer camps, patient navigation, etc very ad hoc)
Benefits of joining
- Public Speaking
- Public Health Outreach
- Gantt Chart & Other Organizational Tools
- Faculty & student connections
- Leadership
- Creative student-led activities & discussions
- Small team environment
How to get involved
Hello there! We are open to all majors & years, as well as alumni! Some quarters we do have an informational session online so you can learn more about us. Shortly after, we have a informal interview process that allows us to get to know each other. We do not have applications unless you want to apply to be a head of a committee down the line. You can email [email protected] in general, whether you have questions or are interested in joining! Our social media is active and gives an inside look into what our projects can look like (check out IG: globalperspectivesinitiative)