Daily Archives - November 2, 2011
November 2 2011 Archives
Forum to look for for input on new Athletic Director tonight
Campus NewsNovember 2, 2011
Tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) Ballroom, students are asked to gather for a forum regarding the hiring of the new athletic director and give their opinions and thoughts. “We are eager to hear from people what sort of traits or experiences they think would be helpful in […]
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 comes to SciLec tonight
Campus NewsNovember 2, 2011
Breaking news from the Daily Prophet: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 will be shown in Science Lecture Hall 123 tonight. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 8:30 p.m. Entertainment Council is hosting the event, and tickets will cost $2 at the door. Muggles and wizards alike are encouraged […]
California slips in energy efficiency ranking
Science & TechnologyNovember 2, 2011
The most recent report from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) states that California is no longer the most energy-efficient state in the United States. According to the report from the private research group, Massachusetts is now the country’s most efficient state followed by California, New York, Oregon and Washington, respectively. California held […]
Column: Money = success?
OpinionNovember 2, 2011
Once upon a delightful time, when Borders still existed and life was thus full of sunshine and rainbows, I was geeking out in the sci-fi section when a book suctioned my attention faster than a vacuum eats hair clips. As always, I skimmed the back, then flipped the book open to examine the barcode on […]
Ask Katehi
Campus NewsNovember 2, 2011
What were your preconceptions about UC Davis, and how has that changed since you got here? When I was first considering the job of chancellor, I spoke with many colleagues around the country who told me that UC Davis was a university with a great past and an even greater future. Of course, I knew […]
Column: Ready for football
OpinionNovember 2, 2011
With the World Series now over (congrats to UC Davis alumnus and Cardinals’ shortstop Daniel Descalso on becoming a world champion) the attention of the American sports public is pointed directly at the NFL. Every NFL team has a distinct reputation, and with those reputations comes comparisons. So, without further ado, here is a rundown […]
UC Davis places second at national chemical Engineering competition
Science & TechnologyNovember 2, 2011
Every year, chemical engineering students from across the country meet for a competition of accuracy and precision. The competition, which was hosted by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) from Oct. 14 to 16, is a challenge to design a chemically-powered car that will travel a specified distance. The car that stops closest to […]
Column: Cell phones are safe
OpinionNovember 2, 2011
Do you know anyone who doesn’t have a cell phone? Chances are that, if you’re in lecture while you’re reading this, most students are either on their cell phones or have them out on their desks. Despite some professors’ rules to keep cell phones turned off and in backpacks, students still use them. UC Davis […]
California revenues fall $301.6 million below projections
Campus NewsNovember 2, 2011
State Controller John Chiang released his monthly report on Oct. 10, showing revenues came in $301.6 million below projections from the recently passed state budget, stated a press release from the controller’s office. The total year-to-date general fund revenues are now behind the budget’s estimates by $705.5 million after accounting for September, stated the press […]
BEEP comes to UC Davis
Campus NewsNovember 2, 2011
As a result of complaints, injuries and decreased overall campus safety, Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS), the UC Davis Police Department and the superior court in Woodland, have decided to start the Bicycle Education and Enforcement Program at UC Davis. Officially launched on Oct. 10, the program strives to increase education, enforcement and infrastructure. Citations […]
ASUCD to hand out scholarships for students
Campus NewsNovember 2, 2011
Attention students: ASUCD wants to pay for your books and tuition; maybe some new clothes, too. With the weak economy and tuition hikes on the horizon, students are struggling to make ends meet. In an effort to help students financially, ASUCD Vice President Bree Rombi, along with ASUCD Senator Andre Lee, uncovered a scholarship fund […]
When the weather outside is frightful …
FeaturesNovember 2, 2011
The weather is changing, and that means the weekends at the pool are over. Picnics are hard to manage in wintry weather, and romantic strolls around the Arboretum are never as fun in the rain. Just because the sun has gone into hiding doesn’t mean there is no more fun to be had. Thanks to […]
