Monthly Archives - February 2011
February 2011 Archives
Are discarded LEDs a danger in landfills?
Science & TechnologyFebruary 23, 2011
Light Emitting Diodes, more commonly known as LEDs, are touted as the energy efficient alternative to conventional incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs. LEDs are used in nearly every electronic device from computer monitors to remote-control cars. However, a new study co-published by researchers from UC Davis and UC Irvine shows that the LED lights used in many electronic devices can contain harmful substances that affect human health.
Ali Baba serves breakfast
City NewsFebruary 23, 2011
As part of its venture into the world of breakfast, Ali Baba will serve breakfast items without charge between from 8 a.m. andto 11 a.m. next Tuesday.
Aggie pitchers shake off rust against Hornets
SportsFebruary 23, 2011
Heading into the 2011 season opener, coach Rex Peters said his Aggies were just anxious to play a team other than themselves.
Aggie Daily Calendar
FeaturesFebruary 23, 2011
TODAY: “What Can I Do With My Major?” Workshop; Interview Basics Workshop; Party on Picnic Day? Informational Forum
Un-luck of the Aggies?
SportsFebruary 22, 2011
Men’s Basketball: Though St. Patrick’s Day is still some time away, the Aggies seemed to have luck on their side early in their week’s slate of games.
University community speaks out against ‘hanging by a thread’
Campus NewsFebruary 22, 2011
With the precarious financial state of California, UC has been forced to make cuts to programs and staff – Rico Chavez’s new film, “Hanging by a Thread,” explores the lives of UC workers in light of these cuts.
Senators discuss their year in office
Campus NewsFebruary 22, 2011
As new ASUCD Senators are elected in, the senators from last winter are terming out.
Senate Briefs
Campus NewsFebruary 22, 2011
ASUCD Senate meetings are scheduled to begin Thursdays at 6:10 p.m. Times listed are according to the clock at the Feb. 17 meeting location, the Memorial Union’s Mee Room.
No Impact Man hits community theatre
City NewsFebruary 22, 2011
No Impact Man is coming to a screen near you.
New Mishka’s opens
FeaturesFebruary 22, 2011
The new Mishka’s Café location opened downtown yesterday morning around 8 a.m., in what owner Sinisa Novakovic called an “overnight affair.”
New councilmember to be appointed tonight
City NewsFebruary 22, 2011
Tonight, the Davis City Council will conduct final interviews and appoint a new city councilmember to the table.
Living your Birthright
FeaturesFebruary 22, 2011
For senior clinical nutrition major Natalie Katz, the decision to sign up for a Taglit-Birthright Israel trip was a no-brainer. Ten days of sightseeing? Check. Reconnecting with her heritage? Check. All expenses paid? Check.
