TODAY
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi rush
7 p.m.
513 Russell Blvd.
Enjoy a casino night with TKE.
Super Smash BRAWL Tournament
6 to 10 p.m.
Griffin Lounge
Go BRAWL with the best to win prizes including character cutouts and gift certificates.
Model United Nations meeting
7 p.m.
261 Olson
Go learn more about Model U.N. where you can meet great people, discuss international affairs and improve your debate and leadership skills.
Picnic Day Pie Eating Contest
12 to 1 p.m.
Memorial Union Patio
Come cheer on your fellow students in this traditional picnic showdown.
WEDNESDAY
Climate change and water in the Andes
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
3001 Plant and Environmental Sciences
This symposium will bring together experts in many fields to discuss the disappearance of tropical glaciers and what can be done about this problem. This all day event is free and open to the public.
Nutrition Science Research Club meeting
6:10 p.m.
1022 LSA
Stop by and hear Dr. Grivetti discuss chocolate!
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi rush
7 p.m.
513 Russell Blvd.
Stop by and enjoy movie and makeover night!
Tunes at Noon
Noon to 1 p.m.
Memorial Union Patio
Soak up the sun and enjoy live music on the MU patio.
Annual Cow Milking Contest
12 to 1 p.m.
West Quad
Who is the best cow milker on campus? Cheer on contestants in this pre-Picnic Day event.
THURSDAY, APRIL 16
Thursday Trivia Nights
6 to 7:30 p.m.
First floor, Silo Union
Test your knowledge of random facts and potentially win fabulous prizes along the way!
“Coffee Club” and financial advice
8:30 a.m.
Konditorei Austrian Pastry Café
Receive advice on the stock market and economy from Manny Provedor, an Edward Jones financial advisor, in a relaxed and informal environment.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi rush
7 p.m.
513 Russell Blvd.
Enjoy some sweets at the “dressy desserts” event!
Reflections: 100 Years of Aggie Legacy
Art Lounge hours
Memorial Union Art Lounge
Join the Art Lounge in a celebration of Picnic Day 2009 and UC Davis‘ 100-year legacy of teaching, research and service. Runs through Apr. 24.
“Grill Baby Grill“
Noon
Central Park
Join UC Davis students for a rally against offshore drilling as well as a BBQ in downtown’s Central Park.
Entertainment Preview Showcase
Noon to 1 p.m.
West Quad
Experience a taste of some of the entertainment that will be performing at Picnic Day.
FRIDAY, APRIL 17
“Mocktails” with Sigma AEPi
4:45 p.m.
513 Russell Blvd.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Pi invites you to a rush night with “mocktails” before dinner at Hillel.
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
Live music at The Grad
3 p.m.
The Grad
Enjoy live music from Cold Shot at The Grad on Picnic Day. All ages, no cover charge.
Davis Dance Revolution 2009
7:30 p.m.
Freeborn
Go see 12 traditional and modern dance teams compete to become the 2009 DDR champions. Tickets on sale at Freeborn Hall, $10 presale, $12 at the door.
MONDAY, APRIL 20
Project Compost meeting
6 p.m.
The Quad, west side
Learn how to compost 1,000 pounds of food on campus and experience the beauty of compost!
To receive placement in the AGGIE DAILY CALENDAR, e-mail dailycal@theaggie.org or stop by 25 Lower Freeborn by noon the day prior to your event. Due to space constraints, all event descriptions are subject to editing, and priority will be given to events that are free of charge and geared toward the campus community.