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Welcoming Message<br />
Dear International Students!<br />
It is our pleasure to welcome you to the International English and<br />
Professional Programs at <strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong> <strong>Extension</strong> on the campus of the<br />
University of California, <strong>Davis</strong>. Our programs present a number of<br />
opportunities to connect you to this top-ranked research university,<br />
through enrollment in courses that provide quality learning in a supportive<br />
environment. From degree programs for working lawyers<br />
and professionals to a study abroad experience for undergraduate<br />
students—we offer a wide variety of educational opportunities<br />
to assist you in reaching your aspirations. Our English language<br />
programs will help you become a more fluent and effective communicator<br />
in English and will expand your awareness and understanding<br />
of American culture. Students planning further study<br />
in the U.S. will be well prepared for success with our demanding<br />
advanced work in academic language and preparation.<br />
International English and Professional Programs is a member of<br />
the following professional organizations: University and College<br />
Intensive English Programs (<strong>UC</strong>IEP), Association of International<br />
Educators (NAFSA), American Association of Intensive<br />
English Programs (AAIEP) and the University of California Consortium<br />
of English Language and Professional Training Programs.<br />
All courses offered through the International Law Programs are<br />
MCLE-approved by the California and New York Bar Associations.<br />
The International Law Section of the State Bar of California is a<br />
co-sponsor of these programs.<br />
We hope you will take full advantage of the educational excellence<br />
available to you through our International Programs at <strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong>.<br />
Please browse our Web site for the most up-to-date information on<br />
our programs. The University of California, <strong>Davis</strong>, is one of the most<br />
distinguished universities in the United States.<br />
We look forward to meeting you!<br />
“Come join the fun<br />
of learning and<br />
experience all that<br />
California has to<br />
offer.”<br />
~ Janis<br />
“We look for ward<br />
to providing you<br />
with the educational<br />
experience of a<br />
lifetime.”<br />
~ Beth<br />
Beth Greenwood, J.D.<br />
Chair, Center for Global Education, Law and Public Policy<br />
Janis Williamson, Ph.D.<br />
Director, International English and Professional Programs
<strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong> Facts 30,000 + students 75 miles/120 km to San Francisco 12 miles/19 km to Sacramento<br />
40 miles/74 km to Napa Valley 383 miles/709 km to Los Angeles and Hollywood<br />
CONTENTS<br />
About the University of California, <strong>Davis</strong>............3<br />
Northern California—It’s Where You Want to Be!....4<br />
Welcome to the Orchard Park <strong>Extension</strong> Center ...6<br />
Intensive English Program ..................................8<br />
The Bridge Program ..........................................10<br />
Communication and Culture Program .............12<br />
Student Life—It’s What You Want to Do! .........14<br />
Customized Programs........................................16<br />
New Programs....................................................17<br />
Options for Further Study.................................18<br />
International Law Programs .............................19<br />
Student Services.................................................20<br />
Housing Options................................................22<br />
Enrollment Information.....................................23<br />
Application and Housing Forms...................insert<br />
For more information or to download<br />
an application, please visit us online at<br />
www.extension.ucdavis.edu/international<br />
Send applications or inquiries to:<br />
<strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong> <strong>Extension</strong> International Programs<br />
1333 Research Park Drive<br />
<strong>Davis</strong>, CA 95618-4852<br />
U.S.A.<br />
Email: intlinfo@unexmail.ucdavis.edu<br />
Phone: (530) 757-8686<br />
Fax: (530) 752-8265<br />
www.extension.ucdavis.edu/international<br />
THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS<br />
(<strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong>) has more than 30,000 students and<br />
stretches over 2,000 hectares. A comprehensive<br />
university with more than 100 majors, <strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong><br />
consists of schools, colleges and divisions of Letters<br />
and Science, Engineering, Agriculture and Environmental<br />
Sciences, Biological Sciences, Law, Management,<br />
Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. Ranked as<br />
one of the top 12 research institutions in the country,<br />
<strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong> supports numerous laboratories and off-site<br />
facilities throughout the state. Its faculty is recognized<br />
worldwide for distinguished scholarly and scientific<br />
achievements.<br />
Students come from all over the United States and<br />
from countries throughout the world to attend <strong>UC</strong><br />
<strong>Davis</strong>. The academic year consists of three 11-week<br />
quarters. The fall quarter runs from late September to<br />
mid December; the winter quarter from early January<br />
to mid March; and the spring quarter from late March<br />
to mid June. In addition to its academic and research<br />
activities, the university boasts an excellent collection<br />
of sports facilities and a wide variety of student organizations<br />
and clubs that create an active and engaging<br />
student life. In fact, <strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong> has been ranked 14 out<br />
of 660 colleges in the country for fostering a healthy,<br />
“fit” lifestyle.<br />
With a strong commitment to fostering lifelong<br />
learning, <strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong> <strong>Extension</strong> is the professional<br />
and continuing education provider for the University<br />
of California, <strong>Davis</strong>. The International English<br />
and Professional Programs (IEPP) offers a growing<br />
number of programs for international participants.<br />
<strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong> <strong>Extension</strong> also draws international participants<br />
to many of its more unique public courses, such<br />
as law, agriculture, information technology, business<br />
management, viticulture and brewing—in traditional<br />
classroom and online formats. <strong>Extension</strong> instructors<br />
are <strong>UC</strong> <strong>Davis</strong> faculty members and other professionals<br />
who are recognized for their expertise and contributions<br />
in their respective fields.<br />
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