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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 […]

UC Davis students discuss misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding the LGBTQIA+ community   By GRACIELA TIU — features@theaggie.org   Although the LGBTQIA+ community has been increasingly growing in visibility over the past several years, many queer students at UC Davis say they still encounter frustrating stereotypes — whether about their physical appearance, how they should act […]

The event, to be held on May 16, follows the Undergraduate Research Conference   By NOAH HARRIS — features@theaggie.org   On Friday, May 16, UC Davis’ Department of Psychology will be hosting their annual Spring Psychology Conference at the Center for Mind and Brain in East Davis. From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., the conference […]

UC Davis students and alumni discuss the lack of good Mexican and Latino food in Davis   By EVELYN SANCHEZ — features@theaggie.org   Davis has a wide array of cultural food that reflects the diverse population of the city. From sushi to bingsu to birria to prosciutto, both the savory and sweet tooth have options […]

Students reflect on causes, both short- and long-term effects of low literacy rates    By ZOEY MORTAZAVI  — features@theaggie.org   As of January 2025, 54% of adult Americans read under a 6th grade level, according to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). That percentage, over half of the country’s population, is reflective of over […]

UC Davis students share details of their daily routines   By AMBER WARNKE — features@theaggie.org   Having healthy habits and routines can help students start their day fresh and keep them regulated throughout the busy life of a college student. Whether it’s taking five minutes to reflect on their day before they go to bed […]

Wyman, a cinema and digital media associate professor, shares her experience with filming    By EVELYN SANCHEZ — features@theaggie.org Many professors on campus have their own projects occurring beyond the courses that they teach — from lab-work research to writing papers to creating films. UC Davis Associate Professor Julie Wyman, alongside teaching cinema and digital […]

Past “hatchlings” share allegations and incidents leading up to a mass departure of 17 residents    By NOAH HARRIS — features@theaggie.org   “That’s when I learned that I would never be on the lease with 17 other people ever again, because you’re liable for whatever the fuck they do,” Piper, a former tenant of Turtle […]