Features

UC Davis students describe the emotional and situational tolls that immigrant communities face   By GRACIELA TIU — features@theaggie.org Correction: In our printed issue on Sept. 25, the article corresponding with the headline “A surge in deportation efforts impacts communities” had the incorrect body text. The article has been adjusted on our digital version of […]

First-year students describe their experiences before moving in   By GRACIELA TIU — features@theaggie.org   This past week, many incoming first-year UC Davis students have been preparing to leave their homes and transition into their college lives. New students can experience a range of emotions — excitement, nervousness, sadness and more — upon moving into […]

As Secret Spot prepared for its closing, the founders of the beloved art and music lounge reflected on the importance of community    By LAILA AZHAR — features@theaggie.org   On June 5, from 4 to 9 p.m., a funeral was held on D Street. Guests were encouraged to either dress in a goth style or […]

Last spring, seniors reflected on their time at UC Davis and shared their post-graduate plans   By JALAN TEHRANIFAR — features@theaggie.org   When Catherine Pham transferred to UC Davis from De Anza College in Cupertino, she thought college was just a box to check — something to get through on the way to the next […]

Petition calls for community-based alternatives to security presence     By LAILA AZHAR — features@theaggie.org   As of a few weeks ago, security guards equipped with gear — including tactical vests and tasers — have been present at the entrance of the Davis Food Co-op, a cooperatively owned grocery store in Downtown Davis.  “This partnership with […]

UC Davis students discuss the popularity of online content showcasing debates on university campuses    By LAILA AZHAR — features@theaggie.org   It’s a familiar scene by now: a well-known media personality stands confidently amidst a crowd of college students, as a well-meaning but perhaps slightly overconfident undergraduate attempts to articulate a point about gender identity […]

Students reflect on the atmosphere of the Arboretum and what they love about it    By AMBER WARNKE  — features@theaggie.org   UC Davis students flock to the campus’ beloved Arboretum in the spring and summer months, taking advantage of the warm weather and flourishing plants amongst the Arboretum’s scenery. When the rainy winter season is […]

UC Davis students share what helped them heal from breakups and move forward   By AMBER WARNKE — features@theaggie.org   Breakups are a near-universal experience most people go through at some point in their lives. Whether it is ending a decade-long relationship or a one-month fling, they can affect people in a variety of ways, […]

Fourth-years describe the evolution of their friendships with graduation right around the corner   By GRACIELA TIU — features@theaggie.org As the end of spring quarter approaches, many fourth-year students are getting ready for graduation. Preparing to part from classmates, close friends and loved ones, the soon-to-be college graduates are reflecting on their changing relationships. “I […]

The partnership includes advertising on campus and lets students easily ship and store their belongings   By NOAH HARRIS — features@theaggie.org   On May 8, 2025, UC Davis announced a partnership with Storage Scholars, a university-focused company meant for storing or moving items for the summer. Advertising in several different locations on campus soon followed. […]

Community leaders and residents with lived experience discuss solutions and shortcomings in addressing homelessness   By EMME DUNNING — features@theaggie.org   Homelessness remains a pressing issue for many Californians. More than 180,000 people currently experience homelessness in the state — an increase of 23% since 2019, according to CalMatters and The National Alliance to End […]

Davis Feminist Film Festival interns and director share their process in coordinating the festival event   By EVELYN SANCHEZ — features@theaggie.org   Hosted by the Women’s Resources and Research Center and sponsored by the Manetti Shrem Museum, the Davis Feminist Film Festival (DFFF) celebrated its 20th anniversary on the weekend of Friday, May 9 and […]