Features

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 […]

The lab-centered course teaches how to go from raw coffee beans to the perfect cup of coffee   By COLINA HARVEY — sports@theaggie.org   Caffeine is a staple of every college campus, and many students in Davis have experienced the fun of pulling a caffeine-fueled all-nighter in preparation for an exam. Caffeine most commonly comes […]

Just a couple of hours away, Lake Tahoe offers beautiful elevated sights, skiing and more   By BETH MUNRO-MORRIS — arts@theaggie.org   Nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Lake Tahoe offers a dramatic change of scenery from the flat, farmland expanse of Davis. Its crystal clear waters, towering pines and crisp alpine air make it […]

Looking for something affordable and delicious?: Students believe that In-N-Out is the best option    By NATALIE SALTER—arts@theaggie.org   Whether you’re coming back from a concert that stretched far into the night or just happen to be craving a midnight snack, it can be hard to find a good place to eat when the sun […]

The Davis Farmers Market provides fresh plants, gardening resources and a strong sense of community    BY JULIE HUANG – arts@theaggie.org   The Davis Farmers Market is a year-round market held in Central Park on Wednesdays and Saturdays, boasting fresh produce alongside an assortment of other cute and eclectic goods. Notable among these offerings are […]

Middle Eastern cuisine takes the cake for the absolute must-try truck   By ELIZABETH BUNT — arts@theaggie.org   Shah’s Halal Food is the epitome of a Davis classic: family-owned and family-run and beloved by students, faculty and locals alike. As one of the only restaurants in the area to specialize in Middle Eastern cuisine, Shah’s […]

Students voted the newly restored, 100-acre area as the ideal location for capturing the UC Davis experience   By SAVANNAH ANNO — arts@theaggie.org   Spring is upon us, meaning that as a UC Davis student, it’s almost criminal to not spend at least 50% of your time enjoying the sun and watching the newest batch […]

On-campus student group dedicated to activism wins for second consecutive year   By JALAN TEHRANIFAR — features@theaggie.org   For the second consecutive year, Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) has been named UC Davis’ Best Student-run Organization or Club — an award that comes as no surprise to many on campus given the group’s consistent […]

42.6% of students voted ultimate frisbee as the best on-campus recreational sport   By EMME DUNNING — features@theaggie.org   Ultimate frisbee is in many ways the quintessential college club sport. Offering students opportunities to get active in a welcoming and low-pressure environment, many have found a tight-knit community through the sport. The UC Davis community […]

Shields Library remains one of the most popular study spots for Davis students   By NOAH HARRIS — features@theaggie.org   Shields Library, UC Davis’ largest building by square feet, has been voted the best study spot in Davis. Situated in the heart of campus, it has both indoor and outdoor areas to study, as well […]

Beloved local spot voted Best Coffee by UC Davis students   By RACHEL GAUER — features@theaggie.org   It’s rare to enter Mishka’s Café without finding bustling, intellectual conversations and students intently typing away at their computers. Located at 610 2nd St. in Downtown Davis, the space provides a cozy café space to both the student […]