Monthly Archives - October 2012
October 2012 Archives
Expert panel discusses civil liberties
Campus NewsOctober 22, 2012
Students and guests gathered at Giedt Hall for an event organized by the student libertarian organization Young Americans for Liberty (YAL), Oct. 16. There, three prominent political pundits spoke about the issues of civil liberties facing the United States. Though the event’s press release labeled it a debate — “Liberal, Conservative, and Libertarian Experts Debate […]
Column: Urban relationship myths
OpinionOctober 22, 2012
As children, we were often told myths such as the Lochness monster and Bigfoot to prevent us from wandering off into the wilderness unsupervised. As adults, we heard urban relationship myths not only for prevention, but also for encouragement. Myths such as the successful long-distance relationship, the married couple that met at the bar, the […]
Halloween at Wright Hall
Arts & CultureOctober 22, 2012
In the next few weeks leading up to Oct. 31, Wright Hall, home of UC Davis’ theatre and dance department, will be housing several Halloween-related services and events. First is the Enchanted Cellar, a costume-rental service with an ever-growing library of diverse costumes. Although the Cellar has been providing year-round service since 2008, the Halloween […]
Column: Can’t wait to be King
SportsOctober 22, 2012
Since the New York Yankees lost to the Tigers, I’ve been wearing a Yankees shirt every day. Which, I guess, means my dress code doesn’t change at all, nor has it since second grade. I always say this is the year with them. With the Yanks, it’s a bolder prediction than it was 10 years […]
Program offers students a chance to work and travel abroad
Campus NewsOctober 22, 2012
Camp Adventure Child and Youth Services presents students the opportunity to go travel to various parts of the world, while getting free airfare, housing and a daily stipend. Selected camp counselors get the chance to explore life on a military base, while becoming exposed to new cultures and environments. Camp Adventure, with its slogan “Catch […]
Senate Brief
ASUCDOctober 22, 2012
ASUCD Senate meetings are scheduled to begin Thursdays at 6:10 p.m. Times are listed according to the clock at the Oct. 18 meeting location, the Memorial Union’s Mee Room. The ASUCD president is not required to attend Senate meetings. Meeting called to order at 6:10 p.m. Rebecca Sterling, ASUCD president, present Yena Bae, ASUCD vice president, present […]
Wanted: Talent
City NewsOctober 22, 2012
The City of Davis Community Services is searching for performers for the third annual Davis’ Got Talent. Applications, demos and lyrics need to be submitted in an envelope before 5 p.m. on Nov. 7 at City Hall, located on 600 A St., Suite C. There is a $10 audition fee for residents and additional fees […]
Column: Spoiler free
OpinionOctober 22, 2012
I’m going to say that spoilers are not bad. I watched When Harry Met Sally 17 years after it came out and never finished it. Of course, I didn’t need to, because a year earlier I saw the ending on an episode of Scrubs. Early in the movie Harry describes a peculiar habit of his: […]
Aggie Daily Calendar
Campus NewsOctober 22, 2012
TODAY The Enchanted Cellar All Day 17 Wright Visit the Enchanted Cellar for Halloween Costume Rentals at UC Davis. There is a 50 percent discount for UC Davis students, faculty, staff and affiliates. The Enchanted Cellar will be open until Oct. 31. Appointments are preferred. Call (530) 752-0740 or email rcfemling@ucdavis.edu for an appointment. For […]
Aggies drop two on the road
SportsOctober 22, 2012
The Aggies’ first trip to Hawaii began like a honeymoon, but ended in disappointment as they lost the match 23-25, 25-16, 25-21, 25-16. UC Davis came out on Thursday with a solid punch to the gut of Hawaii as they quickly stole a thrilling first set by a score of 23-25. But it wasn’t enough […]
Woman raped near Downtown Davis
City NewsOctober 22, 2012
On Oct. 18, a 20-year-old woman was raped on the sidewalk near the intersection of Fourth and I Street at around 11:50 p.m. Sgt. Mike Munoz of the Davis Police Department (DPD) told KCRA 3 that the woman wasn’t able to provide a detailed description of the rapist due to the darkness and due to […]
Aggie Digest
Field HockeyOctober 22, 2012
UC Davis field hockey hosted Stanford this weekend at Aggie Stadium, but couldn’t pull out the victory under the lights. The Aggies dropped a 4-2 decision to the Cardinal on Saturday in a tight NorPac Conference West Division matchup. Freshman Jamie Garcia led the offensive attack for the Aggies with six shots, one of which […]
