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UC Davis law professors discuss the bioethics of ancestry companies that sell consumer data for research and drug development Large ancestry companies such as 23andMe and AncestryDNA have been processing consumers’ DNA for years to provide consumers with a deeper understanding of their family history. Within some of these ancestry companies’ terms of service, however, […]

In the wake of a rise in anti-Asian hate crimes, students find ways to give back to the community and raise awareness Students are speaking out in response to a recent influx of anti-Asian hate crimes in California, noting that the pandemic exacerbated racism that Asian and Asian American students and their families have always […]

Students share their process of searching for housing next year Among the many milestones of university life is searching for roommates and off-campus housing for the following school year after students’ first year at UC Davis. Winter Quarter marks the time in which many students sign lease agreements, but unlike previous years, this year students […]

Tutoring program started by Friends of Children with Special Needs at UC Davis aims to bring companionship to members of the neurodiverse community during the pandemic Since its founding in 1996 by parents of neurodiverse children, Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN) has expanded to include many branches and offer services for children and […]

A discussion about the history of anti-Asian racism and hate crimes during the COVID-19 pandemic and possible solutions to a racialized social system The surge in xenophobia and anti-Asian racism in response to COVID-19 has led to a rise in microaggressions, racial profiling and hate violence against Asian Americans. Many of these acts of aggression […]

Students and staff share the pros and cons of virtual internships and tips for using this time to prepare for future careers Internships in 2020 and 2021 look exceedingly different than they have in the past. Most have been remote, and many students’ internships set for last summer fell through last minute due to the […]

In honor of Women’s History Month, female faculty and alumni discuss their contributions to their local and global communities This article is the first in a two-part series in honor of Women’s History Month in which The California Aggie will interview a few of the many distinguished women across campus who have made an impact […]

Doctors and professors explore the intricacies of gut health and its connection to mental health and overall well-being This article is the second installation of The California Aggie’s Mind and Body series, which discusses nutrition, physical well-being and mental health.  Recently, the issue of gut health has gained an online presence as more people have […]

UC Davis students introduce Datamatch, a matchmaking service for students This Valentine’s Day, students had the opportunity to try a dating platform new to UC Davis: Datamatch. Created by students at Harvard University, Datamatch is a free service that helps students find love in college.  To begin the process, students register online with their college […]

The UC Davis chapter of the national organization educates its members to build an understanding of the devastating effects of the late stages of Alzheimer’s Before the pandemic, the UC Davis chapter of Alzheimer’s Buddies (ABUD), a national student organization that builds connections with patients suffering from later stages of Alzheimer’s disease, took weekly trips […]

Two UC Davis students discuss working at Trader Joe’s during a pandemic Located on Russell Blvd and Sycamore Lane, Trader Joe’s can be seen buzzing with students and community members in search of a new batch of groceries. With products like Chocolate Hummus and Scandanavian Swimmers, Trader Joe’s is the grocery store of choice for […]

Social media has become the leading platform for voters to receive news regarding the election, according to students In the 2016 presidential election, thousands of votes were attributed to the influence of social media. In the 2020 election, social media continued to be one the most widely used platforms for voters to gain information about […]