Features

UC Davis students discuss what image of UC Davis best represents the school and its history   By AMBER WARNKE — features@theaggie.org   The debate over whether or not the cow should replace Gunrock as the UC Davis mascot has been going on for years. In 2022, 73% of students voted to change the mascot […]

UC Davis students and law professors discuss the situation’s implications on the separation of powers   By GRACIELA TIU — features@theaggie.org   For the past three months since President Donald Trump took office for his second term, his administration has been progressing its agenda through numerous executive actions. Many of these measures have faced various […]

From peaceful paths to the vibrant streets, discover the best spots for a ‘hot girl walk’ while prioritizing safety and confidence   By JALAN TEHRANIFAR — features@theaggie.org   A few years ago, the simple act of going on a walk got a full rebrand, and thus, the “hot girl walk” was born. Coined by TikTok […]

Students at UC Davis discuss the nostalgia, mindfulness and excitement of climbing trees   By JENEVAH HARRISON — features@theaggie.org   If you have ever spent time near the East Quad on the UC Davis campus, chances are you have seen a humanlike figure looking down at you from high up in the trees. Between studying […]

The director, cast and crew share their experiences creating the play   By GRACIELA TIU — features@theaggie.org   On Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m., the UC Davis Department of Theatre and Dance’s production of the play “Small Mouth Sounds” will have its opening night. The show, taking place at the Wyatt Pavilion Theatre, will […]

UC Davis students and alumni discuss their worries surrounding commencement registration and the stress from previous years’ website crashing    By EVELYN SANCHEZ — features@theaggie.org   As spring approaches, it is nearly time for every graduating student, undergraduate and graduate alike, to walk across the stage during the commencement ceremony. Wrapping up years of intensive […]

As homemade skate spots across Davis are taken down, patrons grapple with how to rebuild   By EMME DUNNING — features@theaggie.org   In the past year, multiple patron-made skate spots have been taken down across different jurisdictions including UC Davis land, city of Davis land and across rural Yolo County. The do-it-yourself (DIY) skate spots […]

Students discuss the resources libraries offer and how to show support    By AMBER WARNKE — features@theaggie.org   As February comes to a close, many students have recognized National Library Lovers’ Month, a time to express specific appreciation for the libraries that offer countless resources to community members. In Davis, this includes the public Mary […]

The event, hosted by A Change of Pace, is an annual opportunity for active community involvement    By RACHEL GAUER — features@theaggie.org   On Feb. 23, community members and students alike laced up their sneakers and hit the streets of Davis for the annual Davis Stampede race, which offers a 2k, 5k, 10k and a […]

A letter to UC President Michael V. Drake demands action regarding recent national immigration policies   By EMME DUNNING — features@theaggie.org   As fear surrounding national immigration policy grows for many, faculty across the University of California system have put effort into supporting impacted students. This was reflected in a letter to UC President Michael […]

UC Davis students share contributions of transgender individuals, contemporary rhetoric surrounding transgender rights   By EVELYN SANCHEZ — features@theaggie.org   The political climate has presented a troubling and frightening time for many communities in the country. With extensive immigration policies and widespread misinformation, underrepresented and marginalized communities have had the most to lose. One specific […]

Bernadette Grace Albano and Rosie Mendoza discuss their band’s history and inspiration   By LAILA AZHAR — features@theaggie.org   The musical duo Nineteenth Operator is the type of partnership that seems like it was meant to be. Bernadette Albano, a fourth-year biological sciences major, and Rosie Mendoza, a fourth-year English and American studies double major, […]