Campus News

The University of California Center in Sacramento is here to stay. In a May 6 reception held at the center, UCCS staff as well as alumni, students and various state dignitaries gathered to commemorate the program’s achievement and proclaim it a permanent asset to the University of California.

The University of California and nearly 20,000 patient care technicians and service workers have returned to the bargaining table – for now. The American Federation of City, State and Local Employees Local 3299, which represents nearly 11,000 patient care technicians and 8,000 service workers, announced on May 23 that its members had almost unanimously approved a strike on June 4 and 5.

To avid joggers, nature enthusiasts and couples looking for a romantic afternoon stroll, the UC Davis Arboretum is known for its beautiful trails and collection of diverse plants and wildlife. However, recent visitors to the arboretum may have noticed – and likely smelled – a nastier side of this usually pristine garden.

Big changes are happening at UC Davis – and not just because of the centennial celebration. Chancellor Larry Vanderhoef announced Monday that he will be stepping down in June 2009, leaving behind shoes administrators believe will be difficult to fill.

The ASUCD budget is officially set in place for the 2008-2009 school year as of Thursday’s senate meeting. The budget, in bill form, was passed unanimously.

ASUCD Senate meetings are scheduled to begin Thursdays at 6:10 p.m. Times listed are according to the clock at the May 22 meeting location, the Memorial Union’s Mee Room.

As gas prices continue to increase well above $4 per gallon, experts are gathering at UC Davis to explore possible ways to address the issues of gas and oil production. The UC Oil Forum is hosting a seminar open to the public today at 7 p.m. in 66 Roessler.

The sky was clear, but 11.5 mph winds at 68-degree temperatures combined to create unfavorable conditions for aspiring underwear runners. The second annual UC Davis Undie Run occurred Friday at approximately 8:30 p.m., though the turn out was lower than expecte

Saturday will give current, past and prospective students the chance to experience ancient antiquity when the Classical Studies Association hosts the Classics Day celebration in the Sproul courtyard. The fourth annual Classics Day will begin at 11:30 a.m. and continue until approximately 4 p.m. One of the day’s featured events is the public stoning of the association’s president, Jeff Lee – with water balloons, of course.

The graphic accompanying Thursday’s article “Future of NishiProperty in discussion” misrepresented the location of the NishiProperty. The property is actually a triangle of agricultural landbounded by Richards Boulevard on the northeast, Interstate 80 on the south and the railroad tracks to the west. The Aggie regrets the error.

n recent years, the politically charged issue of Guantanamo Bay has become a symbol in some activist circles for governmental corruption, as scandalous reports of prisoner abuse have surfaced from the U.S. detention camp located in southeast Cuba.

Respected Russian literature professor Yuri Druzhnikov passed away May 14 after almost a year of illness.