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UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine hosts a family-friendly tradition with Dachshunds It’s time to place your bets on your favorite sausage dog, because the Doxie Derby is back. Picnic Day is right around the corner, and while there are many events planned for the day, one of the most anticipated is the Doxie Derby. […]

Behind the scenes of a popular tradition While part of the world can anticipate the fashion shows of Fashion Week around the world, Picnic Day visitors can anticipate the annual fashion show hosted by UC Davis’ Fashion and Design Society. It showcases the work of students in the Fashion and Design Society and those in […]

From advancing planetary science to leading a rich, historic Davis event The 105th Picnic Day, to be held on April 13, is an event filled with engaging activities and an opportunity for others outside of the Davis community to look at what the campus has to offer. While many people are working diligently to plan […]

Gunrock isn’t only the lovable Aggie mascot –– he was also a real-life champion breeding sire With his white toothy grin, wide eyes and huggable navy blue fur, all UC Davis students know him well. But what is our mascot? An Aggie? A Mustang? He is actually Gunrock. His appearances are always well received at […]

How the Picnic Day pledge and agreements with downtown businesses promote safe fun This week, the UC Davis campus celebrates the 105th Picnic Day, a tradition that has been ongoing since the university was first established in 1908. Each year the event is filled with numerous activities for students, families, alumni and faculty to enjoy. […]

The history of the event over the years There are many things that make UC Davis what it is, but Picnic Day is particularly special to the entire Davis community. Cow milking? A Chemistry show? A Frisbee dog contest? An Avengers-themed show hosted by the Physics Club? Picnic Day, UC Davis’ annual open house, described […]

A fresh philanthropy for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to take place at the CoHo Time to get your dancing shoes on! This Saturday, April 6 from 7-11 p.m. is the UC Davis Agathon, a dance marathon happening at the CoHo. The pre-sale registration fee is $7 and all proceeds will be donated to support Children’s […]

Program enables students to unlock new interests and career goals College students majoring in biological sciences might not imagine themselves returning to elementary school classrooms and having to learn how to say “denominator” in Spanish for a group of bilingual children, but this is exactly what students like Estefania Jimenez are doing through a unique […]

Young Latinx leaders step up to connect undergraduate activities at UC Davis as a Hispanic Serving Institution A great perk of attending UC Davis is getting the ability to participate in one of the many clubs and organizations. With over 800 plus clubs/organizations to choose from, each student is ensured an opportunity to become part […]

The long-standing practice of changing our clocks for daylight savings might come to an end Every spring, the clocks are turned one hour ahead to make the evening sunlight last longer. The beginning of daylight savings is dreaded by many as an hour of sleep is also lost the night it begins. Yet, as it […]

Students share how they prepare for the day   Whether awakening peacefully as the sun rises or jumping out of bed hurriedly at the sound of a fourth alarm, mornings dictate how a student will spend the rest of their day. Mornings are preparation for the rest of the day, and everyone has their own […]

Students lead admitted and prospective students and their families on campus and housing tours in hopes that they chose UC Davis as their new home In their blue shirts with shiny golden pins attached, they walk backwards shouting loudly and enthusiastically, informing the group they are leading all about UC Davis. These tour guides work […]