International Issue

More and more, American audiences appear willing to listen to the work of Spanish-speaking artists without the appended English-speaking popstar.

With Hollywood on the backburner, here are four international films and television shows that deserve a place in the limelight.

These songs are reminders of the days I spent in each place trying to immerse myself in new spaces, cultures and languages.

Visiting professors are teaching classes through their unique international perspectives.

The ongoing conflict in Russia and Ukraine has created obstacles to UC Berkeley students, especially to student research, language immersion programs and study abroad.

Following years of disputes around out-of-state admissions, UC Berkeley’s international students have seen a decrease in their representation on campus and a lack of diversity in their countries of origin and socioeconomic backgrounds. 

When first entering International House, or I-House, visitors are greeted by the artwork of David Goines. A white dove is included in each poster, symbolizing peace and I-House’s commitment to fostering intercultural understanding and friendship among students for the purpose of promoting a more just world.

As an institution of both higher learning and world-class research, UC Berkeley has had a long history of engaging in research efforts with professionals from around the world.

Despite the inclusion of over 60 languages taught at UC Berkeley, professors and faculty recognize that there is more work to be done.