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Faculty members weigh in on the outcome of Proposition 16 and how UC Davis continues to address structural barriers to higher education and employment Despite the failure of Proposition 16 in the recent California election, the UC system has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting diverse campuses. The proposition would have replaced Proposition 209 that banned […]

The director of the Center for Chicanx and Latinx Academic Student Success and a UC Davis student share reasons for taking an academic break During online learning, students have struggled more and more with mental health and maintaining a balanced lifestyle. For some, however, functioning in an online collegiate environment has become fatiguing, according to […]

Suggestions and guidelines on how to safely celebrate this holiday season can also be found at cdc.gov For many students, Thanksgiving break typically consists of well-deserved rest from school, expressions of gratitude, family gatherings and home-cooked meals. As the 2020 holiday season approaches and county-wide restrictions change based on the fluctuating number of COVID-19 cases, […]

Mental health workers and advocates for marginalized groups provide insight into the unique struggles community members face Many have struggled with stress related to the continued effects of the virus and the recent election. According to Liliana Campos—a health psychology doctoral intern for the Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) who partners with the AB540 […]

Many UC Davis religious groups find that students are having trouble adapting to virtual format as participation, faith and morale have decreased When COVID-19 escalated in March, governors began instating statewide measures focused on restricting public gatherings and exposure. Shutdowns closed a majority of the country, and with them, religious institutions were forced to close […]

According to educators, during this period of online learning teachers are “not able to serve every student,” like education should Most school districts, including the Davis Joint Unified School District (DJUSD), have been online since the pandemic broke out in March, entering unknown territory for both students and teachers. This posed challenges and caused teachers […]

The Bulosan Center expands its research and internship program this fall, driven by its community-centered approach to studying the Filipinx-American community. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, many organizations and institutions have had to navigate shifting to an online environment. The Bulosan Center for Filipino Studies at UC Davis has been able to expand their research and […]

Aggies share their opinions and predictions on the recent presidential election The 2020 presidential election came to a close on Saturday, Nov. 7, presenting the country with President-elect Joe Biden. While some students hoped for a Republican candidate and others for a Democratic candidate, the results of the election gave Aggies a chance to reflect […]

Students explain their inspirations and goals with social activism In a world full of instant posts and strong opinions, many have explored social activism on a variety of platforms in order to fight for change and share their beliefs with others. Some UC Davis students are among the social activists of the world who use […]

UC Davis professors and the Davis College Democrats and Republicans unpack Barrett’s confirmation as a Supreme Court justice and her possible stances on court cases On Oct. 26, President Donald Trump’s Supreme Court Nominee, Amy Coney Barrett, was confirmed to be the next Supreme Court justice, filling former Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s seat. This confirmation […]

Through these classes, students can gain knowledge on current political and environmental issues 2020 has been a year full of calls for social change including more holistic education, such as ethnic studies. With Winter Quarter pass times coming out, students have the opportunity to sign up for a class that could provide valuable social knowledge, […]

Students and gardening organizations share the value that can be found in gardening  While many activities have been compromised due to the COVID-19 pandemic, UC Davis students have found an outdoor outlet through gardening. Whether it is in a backyard or in shared spaces like the ASUCD Community Garden and the Davis Student Farm, students […]