Monthly Archives - November 2011
November 2011 Archives
Student body elects new senators
Campus NewsNovember 14, 2011
Last Thursday, the winners of the ASUCD senate election were announced. Six senators were chosen by the 11 percent of undergraduates that voted. Students elected five BOLD candidates — Jared Crisologo-Smith, Anni Kimball, Erica Padgett, Patrick Sheehan and Yara Zokaie — and one independent candidate — Justin Goss. Of the 2,810 votes cast, BOLD collectively […]
Column: Hors d’oeuvres for all
OpinionNovember 14, 2011
Veterans Day just passed. It’s a date set aside to remind the common man of the sacrifice of his slightly less-common counterpart, of the sacrifices men and women both have made to protect what we call “our land” and what the British call “formerly our land.” But to most of us, it was an excuse […]
Foley sets three pool records
SportsNovember 14, 2011
After successful meets against both Loyola Marymount and University of San Diego last weekend, UC Davis continued its streak of dominance with a solid win over Fresno State on Saturday. The Aggies won 11 of 16 events, coasting to an impressive 194-106 victory over the Bulldogs. Though UC Davis dominated across the board, senior Kayleigh […]
Column: Page Turners
OpinionNovember 14, 2011
As much as I refuse to believe it, the Borders downtown has shut its doors, pawned off all its books and sold one of its bookshelves to my roommate. Every time I see our shelf it makes me feel like we’ve cannibalized our favorite between-class haunt; it’s like I’m looking at a severed limb or […]

Cafe is left dry following liquor license suspension
City NewsNovember 14, 2011
3rd & U Cafe, located on the edge of campus, has been noticeably emptier since its alcohol license was suspended Nov. 3. Owners of the cafe declined to comment, but a sign posted outside the location by the California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) states that their license is suspended indefinitely. Paul Fuentes, a […]
Culture craving and smart partying
FeaturesNovember 14, 2011
Dear Gabby, I have been thinking about studying abroad soon, but I don’t want to get behind in classes. I’ve spoken to a few people and I’ve been getting mixed responses. I’d love to take some classes in Spain or maybe Chile, but I want to graduate in four years. Do you think I should […]
UC Davis falls in Big West semis
Men's SoccerNovember 14, 2011
In a year full of late-game magic, with games regularly being decided in the last few minutes, the UC Davis men’s soccer put a meaning to the phrase ‘it ain’t over till it’s over’. And yet, in a 2-1 loss to No. 15 UC Santa Barbara that exemplified this year’s theme, the Aggies played their […]
Aggies reach finish line
Cross CountryNovember 14, 2011
UC Davis traveled to Stanford for the NCAA West Regional looking to close out its season on top. UC Davis men started their 10K at 10 a.m on Saturday. A short 29 minutes and 30 seconds later, senior Jonathan Peterson was crossing the finish line. Peterson’s time was 35 seconds faster than the time he […]
Column: Time for change
SportsNovember 14, 2011
It’s time to schedule another town hall meeting. Not to vent tensions about the Dempsey Report or to discuss the hiring of a new athletics director, but to begin the process of designing new uniforms for UC Davis’ football team. The trend of NCAA teams coming up with creative and eye-catching jerseys is taking the […]
International Education Week kicks off today
FeaturesNovember 14, 2011
In today’s world of diverse and mixing cultures, it’s never been more important to be globally aware, say the organizers of International Education Week (IEW). Today marks the first day of IEW, which is a worldwide program that promotes global awareness and the benefits of going abroad. “It’s a joint initiative between the U.S. Department […]
New bar opening downtown today
City NewsNovember 14, 2011
De Vere’s Irish Pub is making its grand opening today. The pub, which already has a location in Sacramento, is expanding and opening a new branch on E Street. Henry de Vere White, who is a co-owner of both branches along with his brother Simon and their parents, believes that Davis is a perfect place […]
ASUCD Senate election results are in
Campus NewsNovember 10, 2011
UC Davis students elected a new round of ASUCD senators this week. Election results were announced at noon on Thursday. In order of votes, the new ASUCD senators are: 1. Justin Goss – Independent 2. Yara Zokaie – BOLD 3. Anni Kimball – BOLD 4. Patrick Sheehan – BOLD 5. Jared Crisologo-Smith – BOLD 6. […]
