Features

The different types of collegiate caffeine consumption, according to students   By GRACIELA TIU — features@theaggie.org   Caffeinated drinks, whether it’s coffee, tea or energy drinks, remain a staple for many UC Davis students. Each student’s caffeine consumption varies, with some drinking it multiple times a day, others only a couple times a week and […]

Davis students pursuing outside passions experience benefits in their well-being, athletic performance   By EMME DUNNING — features@theaggie.org   For most student-athletes, sports are a major part of their identities. Many have dedicated years to honing their athletic skills, spending much of their time at UC Davis practicing and playing the sport they love. While […]

Lashkara dance team fosters commitment, talent and community building   By GRACIELA TIU — features@theaggie.org   Lashkara, UC Davis’ premiere Bollywood Fusion dance team, prides itself on the talent, community, passion and hard work of its members. Whether it be through their choreography, practices, performances or their overall bond as a team, Lashkara at UC […]

Students and professors share their thoughts about society’s obsession with the supernatural    By JENEVAH HARRISON — features@theaggie.org   The supernatural has long been a source of fascination, reflecting the fears, hopes and beliefs of societies throughout history. From medieval rituals to modern horror films, these stories evolve alongside humanity, offering glimpses into how people […]

How UC Davis students can secure internships through Handshake and Career Center resources   By JALAN TEHRANIFAR — features@theaggie.org   With the holiday season behind us, it is the perfect time for students to kick off their search and applications for summer 2025 internships. While six months might seem far away, many companies start seeking […]

UC Davis students reflect on the culture and idea of body modifications   By EVELYN SANCHEZ — features@theaggie.org   Finally living away from significant parental supervision for the first time in years, students are naturally excited for the endless possibilities that arise in college. Some of such possibilities include getting tattooed for the first time […]

The local organization tackles important issues through song   By LAILA AZHAR — features@theaggie.org   The Davis Raging Grannies are a chapter — or a “gaggle,” as they call it — of the international organization of Raging Grannies. The first Raging Grannies was a group of women in Canada. In 1987, in response to the […]

Multi-level marketing and pyramid schemes, which create a ‘downline’ model of investors, offer schedule flexibility and financial freedom to attract college students   By LAILA AZHAR — features@theaggie.org   Brandon Nguyen, a second-year managerial economics major at UC Davis, had just begun a new job in Davis when a coworker approached him about an opportunity. […]

The on and off-campus club gives students social and emotional benefits   By EMME DUNNING — features@theaggie.org   College provides many new and unexplored opportunities for undergraduate students. From dorm life to new classes to getting to know the layout of downtown, there are endless ways to immerse yourself into the UC Davis college experience. […]

The café’s owner shares sentiments about love and fostering community   By RACHEL GAUER — features@theaggie.org   A typical college town café does not often include live music shows, funky wall colors and extensive art exhibitions. Downtown’s Delta of Venus, however, is far from typical.  Situated just a short distance from campus at the intersection […]

Students and community members think back on the UC Davis encampment, discuss ongoing efforts for Palestinian activism    By EVELYN SANCHEZ — features@theaggie.org   An entire 418 days and counting have passed since Israel’s siege on the Gaza Strip. After a year of Gazans being slowly depleted of necessities, Israel has extended their invasion onto […]

UC Davis students provide insight on how cooking and eating rituals play a role in their day-to-day lives    By JENEVAH HARRISON — features@theaggie.org   College life often evokes images of late-night study sessions fueled by instant ramen or greasy pizza deliveries. However, at UC Davis, students hope to redefine the stereotype by introducing creative […]