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Linda Katehi joined the UC Davis family just last month as chancellor after previously holding the position of provost at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champagne.

Born in Greece, Katehi studied electrical engineering throughout her academic career, going on to merit 16 U.S. patents for her research in electrical engineering and a chair in the National Academy of Engineering.

TUESDAY, Sept. 8

Library tools for BioAg lab staff

Noon to 1 p.m.

165 Shields library, instruction lab

Come learn about key resources and search tactics for lab staff including major life science methods and protocols research and quick tips on how to search PubMed.

Students looking into? applying to next year's academic programs at the University of California Center Sacramento (UCCS) may have to look elsewhere. UCCS' two academic programs - the public policy program and public affairs journalism program - will experience a suspension due to recent California budget cuts. These programs, made available to any UC student, are the only academic programs offered through the UC Office of the President.

Davis Farmers Market is considered the best farmers market in the country - and it now has the official title to prove it.

America Farmland Trust awarded the market with one of three "America's Favorite Farmers Market" awards last month for the best large market in the nation. Over 30,000 people nationwide voted for the different categories; 3,000 of those voters chose Davis.

With summer almost coming to a wrap-up, and the fall quarter just around the quarter, one can't help but wonder what Davis students have been up to all this time.

MONDAY

Iranian Women Speak

7 p.m.

I-House Community Room (10 College Park)

Iranian women will speak about various aspects of Iranian culture. UCD visiting scholar Dr. Sara Ruebelt, Ph.D. will talk about multiculturalism in Iran, and Sac State religious studies grad student Leva Zand will discuss the 2009 election's effects on Iranian women's roles.

Bus for Aggie football

Aggie Stadium

1:30 p.m.

Reserve your spot on the Aggie bus to Fresno State for the football game Sept. 5. Bus will leave from Lot 56 adjacent to Aggie Stadium at 1:30 p.m. and will arrive in Fresno at around 4:30 p.m. Call Chelsea Jameson with Athletics Development at (530) 754-7548 to reserve a seat or for more information.

Imagine being lost in the woods with nothing but a compass and a map to guide you to your next point. This situation would seem like a struggle for many, but for Meg Everett and Rachel Silverstein, finding the right path back is actually a hobby.

This particular act of navigating through the woods is called orienteering, and it is an activity that many UC Davis students are taking an interest in.

Editor's Note: Ignacio Torres participated in this summer's University of California Center Sacramento Journalism program. This is his personal experience during this summer.

This last Wednesday marked the end of the University of California Center Sacramento (UCCS) summer program in Sacramento. No, this is not a typo, the UCCS program is different from the UCDC program. Haven't heard of it? It's OK, not many people have.

I got the opportunity this summer to participate in the UCCS Journalism Public Policy program along with 14 other students from across California, representing all the UC schools. The number of journalism-focused internships and courses are limited at UC Davis, if not the UC system itself, and this program allowed me to learn more about my interests (and majors) of Spanish and communication.

Metal rod sticks, intense coordination and choreographed dance routines injected with artistic grace are all things that Aryn Bigler deals with in the sport of baton twirling.

MONDAY

Arboretum Tour: Planning your garden to conserve water

10 to 11 a.m.

Gazebo, Garrod Drive

Sponsored by the Friends of the Arboretum, this event will give you a chance to tour the Ruth Risdon Storer Garden to learn the best watering approaches and plant choices for your garden.

I have to admit, I don't know much about football. I do know, however, that I enjoy watching Aggie football and cheering myself hoarse with Aggie pride.

This past Friday night, I got the opportunity to bleed that blue and gold pride at the third annual UC Davis Women's Huddle. The huddle is an opportunity for female Aggie football fans to learn the basics of football and see what it feels like to be an Aggie football player by participating in drills.

With fall quarter just around the corner, many students are beginning to have their second pass times, and so beginning to scratch their heads at what classes to take.

Never fear, because The Aggie is here! Reporter Andre Lee asked fellow students what were their most fulfilling classes that they suggest other students must take before graduating. Here are their helpful suggestions and commentary, in no particular order.

MONDAY

Cal-Aggie Band-uh! Summer Jam-uh!

7 to 9 p.m.

Lawn by the Rec Pool

Come join the California Aggie Marching Band-uh! for a live summer concert for those Monday blues! Bring a blanket, relax and enjoy the sounds of always fun Band-uh!

Last Friday night, UC Davis students and community members gathered at the Recreational Pool for an evening of music, night swimming and competitive water events. The "Midnight Splash" lasted from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. and attracted approximately 500 swimsuit wearing visitors, eager for the night's activities that included an intramural belly flop contest - a crowd favorite.