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UC Davis alumna opens micro-bakery inspired by her college experience

Deirdre Feeley reflects on how her time in Davis ultimately led to Driftwood Baking UC Davis alumna Deirdre Feeley wanted to be a pastry chef...

New dean of the College of Letters and Sciences tells the importance of access, diversity, a liberal arts education

Dr. Estella Atekwana shares how her education experience informs her leadership today As many students have just arrived on campus for the first time, so...

Classes that all underclassmen should take, according to upperclassmen

Three upperclassmen recommend their favorite classes for students returning to the in-person classroom this fall As new students arrive on campus for the first time...

Fall quarter events: Welcome back to campus

Here are some activities for Aggies headed to Davis for the first time — or first time in a while  As students return to campus...

Breaking Barriers offers isolated seniors technological support and companionship during COVID-19

The new club allows Davis students to form friendships with older adults and help them carry out technology-related ambitions Inspired by the widespread loneliness experienced...

UC Davis rower reflects on Olympic experience

Seth Weil discusses finding rowing at UC Davis, competing at the Rio Olympics and the mental strain of elite sports Seth Weil is a UC...

UC Davis alumnus opens first home-based restaurant in Alameda County

Akshay Prabhu, a pioneer in the home restaurant industry, discusses legalizing home restaurants, creating his app Foodnome and opening Bao House By LYRA FARRELL —...

The UC Davis Symphony Orchestra reflects on artistic struggles during COVID-19

Music director, professor and cellist detail elements of performance that are lost online and hopes of returning to live performance By LYRA FARRELL — features@theaggie.org In...

UC Davis students reflect on their ‘unprecedented’ first-year experience

Three freshmen share highlights, expectations and advice from their first year at Davis     The 2020-2021 school year has been full of “unprecedented times,” and...

Books and TV shows that celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage

Members of the AAPI community share their recommendations of media that share AAPI stories In a continued effort to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander...

The City of Davis announces Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is clear to be administered to children ages 12 and up

The California Department of Public Health and the federal government have approved the administration of the Pfizer vaccine to kids ages 12-15 UC Davis has...

UC Davis professors share experiences teaching abroad

Professors reflect on their favorite moments from teaching overseas When describing their study abroad experience, a student may mention the country they studied in, the...

Films and plays to watch during Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month

Members of the AAPI community share their recommendations of media celebrating AAPI stories As Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month comes to a...

UC Davis students and faculty discuss Arab American Heritage Month

With some opposition toward the heritage month, students and a faculty member discuss their perspective on creating tangible change for the community and acts...

In light of spring elections and low voter turnout, students share their understanding of ASUCD

Students voice their opinions on the role of ASUCD and the importance it holds for them  ASUCD provides a variety of programs and services that...