How do you think UCLA prepares students to fill positions that have a global reach and influence?
The culture at UCLA pushes students to get outside of their comfort zone (e.g. to take classes that may be new and challenging to them or to connect with others that come from all different backgrounds) and then figure out how to make the best of it. I believe this adaptability is key moving forward when filling positions with a global reach/influence.
What do you think are the most important components of educating students to be culturally competent global citizens, no matter their major?
I believe the most important component of educating students to be culturally competent global citizens is to encourage and give space for students to connect and collaborate. At UCLA there are people from many different walks of life; I believe that having conversations and getting to know people who are different from you is one of the best ways to begin to expand your worldview.