The William and Elizabeth Kahane United Nations Program at Â鶹ÊÓƵ offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain firsthand experience at the UN through internships and coursework in New York City—as well as immersive, on-campus events.
The Kahane Fund’s flagship program, Â鶹ÊÓƵ at the UN, is the only program of its kind. Each fall, following a competitive selection process, a highly qualified group of Occidental students moves to New York City to conduct high-level, full-time internships at United Nations agencies, country missions to the UN (government offices), and related international non-governmental organizations. These placements are complemented by two rigorous Occidental classes that provide the student interns with opportunities for deeper reflections on their work within the sphere of the United Nations, in development, peace and security and human rights.
The Kahane UN Program is equally dedicated to bringing the United Nations to Los Angeles. Each spring, UN Week brings global leaders, experts and alumni of the program to campus, offering students a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge discussions on international diplomacy and global challenges.
The Kahane Fund empowers Occidental students to engage both in, and with, the United Nations system, and take on active roles as informed and engaged global citizens.
