Features

Founders Brianna Romine and Ian Gomez share how the company got its start, the way it’s run and where it’s going   By YASMEEN O’BRIEN — features@theaggie.org            You’ve probably seen their iconic cow design adorning Davis students’ attire and accessories for sale at the Davis Street Market or stocked in various shops downtown. […]

UCD Fits aims to spread love through fashion and foster a sense of community   By LAILA AZHAR — features@theaggie.org   In October of 2021, current fourth-year sociology major Cleo Harrison-Felner and fourth-year design major Olivia Hurley had a conversation in their dining hall.  “We were like, Davis style and fashion is so underrated. People […]

The musical genre is a popular subculture on campus   By LYNN CHEN — features@theaggie.org   At UC Davis, you might have occasionally heard K-pop songs playing at the dining commons, Latitude or in the markets. In fact, K-pop is quite a staple of music playlists here on campus. As part of 2023’s “Spotify Wrapped,” […]

The co-founder and a club officer discuss the organization’s purpose   By SABRINA FIGUEROA— features@theaggie.org   In the United States, 3 out of 5 inmates are considered illiterate, but only about 6 percent of inmates receive education to be able to read during their time in prison. That doesn’t stop them from wanting to learn […]

How artistic activities can be used to combat overwhelming winters    By JULIANA MARQUEZ ARAUJO — features@theaggie.org   The start of winter quarter, albeit a fresh start, comes with a set of new challenges. To students, it may symbolize the beginning of the most jam-packed and intense quarter of the whole school year. While some […]

Opportunities and advice for those seeking to learn more about the world around them without breaking the bank   By ZOEY MORTAZAVI — features@theaggie.org   Throughout the average college experience, students can often become overwhelmed by their courses and extracurriculars, sometimes losing sight of the kind of learning that cannot be achieved in a classroom: […]

Multilingual professors and students share their experiences with learning multiple languages   By FAITH DEMEULENAERE — features@theaggie.org   In a world where communication is key, the significance of being multilingual cannot be overstated. Embarking on a linguistic exploration within the vibrant realm of bilingualism unravels the myriad of benefits through the perspectives of a distinguished […]

Despite its rewards, being a CA carries a lot of responsibility   By LYNN CHEN — features@theaggie.org   According to the 2022-2023 Joint Housing Report, approximately 38.1% of UC Davis students live on campus. With so many students in residence halls and campus apartments, Community Advisors (CAs) play a vital role in developing safe and […]

Street vendors share stories about the hard work it takes to run a small business   By SABRINA FIGUEROA — features@theaggie.org   Editor’s note: Some of the sources in this article chose not to give their full names when being interviewed. For this reason, some sources below are referenced only by their first name.   […]

Students and staff weigh feelings of disconnection with the convenience of virtual activities, classes and appointments   By ZOEY MORTAZAVI — features@theaggie.org   By now, we have all experienced the quiet discomfort of a Zoom call from our homes: we’re usually running late, not sure what to wear and assume the person on the other […]

Students and instructors share their positive experiences in the Arboretum   By JULIANA MARQUEZ ARAUJO — features@theaggie.org   With an abundance of scenic images in the town of Davis, the Arboretum stands as a symbol of unity that connects those who enjoy its beauty and essence. Home to wildlife inhabitants along with the flourishing flora, […]

The center reflects on their goals as they continue to create a safe space for undocumented students   By JULIANA MARQUEZ ARAUJO — features@theaggie.org   In an education system that predominantly lacks awareness and resources for undocumented students, the AB540 and Undocumented Student Center at UC Davis strives to create equity within their community while […]