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Meet the amazing telescope that took 30 years to build, and learn about the international collaboration and new discoveries it has made possible   By EMILIE BROWN — emrbrown@ucdavis.edu   It’s been almost a year since the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) was launched, and already it has transcended our greatest expectations, inspiring new generations […]

Traditional chai will always outclass café “tea tea”   By JENA TUFAIL — jjtufail@ucdavis.edu   On one fine early morning before this quarter’s midterms, I walked into a cozy local café (Peet’s) to order a cup of energy (coffee). Gazing at the menu, I wondered to myself, “What lovely drink shall I waste my money […]

Recent attack on Paul Pelosi is an example of how democracy is being threatened by extremist ideology   By CLAIRE SCHAD — cfschad@ucdavis.edu  There is no denying that violence is intricately woven into the history of the U.S. In times of transition, those who oppose radical change lash out. This can be done through protest, […]

How to act appropriately at a concert from a frequent concert-goer   By MICHELLE MENDOZA — mimendoza@ucdavis.edu   Not too long ago, Davis students were graced with a thrilling hour-long set by Remi Wolf at Sunset Fest. As a fan, I was excited to get the chance to see her band for free. The atmosphere […]

And no, the Metaverse does not count  By NADIA ANEES — nsanees@ucdavis.edu    Some of my favorite childhood memories are of the annual block parties my street would throw. On that one day each year, all of the neighbors on my street would come out of their houses, lawn chairs and potluck items in hand, […]

Partaking in extracurriculars is essential for a balanced life By JENA TUFAIL — jjtufail@ucdavis.edu Looking back on my first year at UC Davis, I realize that I did absolutely nothing besides school work, hanging out with friends and surviving. My life revolved around academics and nothing else. For me, it has become increasingly difficult to […]

Learning to be clear and concise will help you in your daily life By OWEN RUDERMAN — opinion@theaggie.org   It’s no secret that the humanities are being deprioritized by the workforce and, consequently, by students. The end of 2021 marked the eighth consecutive year that the number of college graduates with degrees in the humanities […]

Making connections with your peers can be hard — here are my tips By JENA TUFAIL — jjtufail@ucdavis.edu   College can be isolating when you haven’t made friends with your peers. Not only does everyone have different schedules, but at this stage in our lives, we as students have so many other priorities we need […]

By JOSHUA CLOVER — jclover@ucdavis.edu Dear Gary, I was not at the event at UC Davis on Tuesday night, but neither were you; nor were the police (or so you claimed in your first statement’s position, later revised to the exact opposite). I am sure we both have access to the same accounts. One difference, […]

Having ample time to yourself is a great opportunity to broaden your horizons By JENA TUFAIL — jjtufail@ucdavis.edu   Remember high school? For most, this was a time where it was easy to find a niche, to make friends and develop bonds with those in the same grade as you. We all had the same […]

Examining Erewhon’s expensive empire  By NADIA ANEES — nsanees@ucdavis.edu   Early on a Friday morning in Silver Lake, a neighborhood in Los Angeles, I walked through shiny, sliding glass doors painted with big letters reading “EREWHON.” It would be my first time inside the full-service organic produce market-cafe and the hottest influencer hangout in L.A.  […]

Here are my tips on how to maximize your chances of getting a great letter By JENA TUFAIL — jjtufail@ucdavis.edu Application season is intense, and whether you are graduating this academic year or in a few, the pressure to get a letter of recommendation can be stressful. If you need a recommendation for graduate school, […]