International graduate students created a disproportionate number of new business startups in the United States in the past decade. They also increased entrepreneurialism among their U.S.-born peers, according to new research from the University of California, Davis.
Mary Alurwar is a UC Davis Global Affairs’ international scholar advisor within Services for International Students and Scholars. She serves as the J-1 lead advisor and backup for H1-Bs. In October, Alurwar traveled to Germany to learn the latest trends in Germany’s higher education system. She received a 2024 Fulbright International Education Administrator (IEA) Award, which awarded her a 2-week program, travel, and accommodation grant.
A leading biomedical engineer and physicist, Roncali focuses on medical imaging and the effectiveness of medical treatments for cancer patients. Her work involves molecular imaging and therapy, with an emphasis on new technology for positron emission tomography (PET).
In keeping with its commitment to the equitable representation and advancement of women in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), UC Davis continues to welcome and support women working in STEM fields as they arrive on campus from all over the world. Through a network of faculty, staff, centers and clubs, UC Davis provides university resources and mentorship.
“We play a unique role as our immigration work is very specialized and the institutional expertise lies within our office. We also understand the importance for our scholars to make connections on and off-campus and we are a resource of support for them,” said Simone Kueltz, associate director of international scholar services.
