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Some campuses could reopen one-third to one-half of dorms Some UC campuses are exploring an array of scenarios to reduce density within housing and dining facilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including potentially only reopening one-third to one-half of dorm rooms this fall.  UC President Janet Napolitano said campuses will first be required to satisfy […]

Researchers, medical professionals across UC system share recent work, answer questions regarding novel coronavirus On April 14, UC Davis held its second virtual COVID-19 symposium to update the public about recent research being conducted across the UC campuses as well as to answer questions from viewers. Walter Leal, a distinguished professor in the Department of […]

Suicide needs to be “discussed and addressed,” parents say Content Warning: Suicide. Resources for 24/7 national and local crisis phone lines and text lines are listed at the bottom of this piece. This article is the third in a three-part investigation by The California Aggie looking at suicide in the UC system. Parts one and […]

Despite sightings of giant hornet species, spread through North America highly unlikely, experts say  Giant, tiger-striped insects have been making quite the buzz lately. Vespa mandarinia, or the Asian giant hornet, typically lives in eastern and southeastern Asia, but two individuals of the species were sighted in the U.S. for the first time. The Washington […]

UC, CSU systems sued Disclaimer: The refunds demanded from this lawsuit would directly impact The California Aggie. Campus News Reporter Alex Weinstein is a volunteer writer and does not receive a stipend.  Two lawsuits were filed on April 27 alleging that the UC and California State University (CSU) systems breached contract in closing campuses and […]

Essential businesses, customers face unprecedented scenarios in adapting to new policies mandated by county Local restaurants and businesses are being asked to enforce face-covering policies after Yolo County released a health order requiring that all individuals wear face coverings in public settings.  The health order, instituted on April 27, requires individuals to wear face-coverings while […]

Mayor Brett Lee explains necessary steps before process can begin  The Davis City Council is currently looking into the possibility of building a new sports complex. The council remains in the discussion stage on several aspects, such as location and most importantly, finding the funds to do so.  Davis Mayor Brett Lee explained the city […]

Students, professors across UC work to get masks to communities The UC Davis Medical Center said on April 28 it was no longer taking personal protective equipment donations (PPE) after reaching its goal, barely a month after campus departments and units were told they could donate PPE to UC Davis Health through Distribution and Logistics.  […]

Primates, bats among groups with higher viral transmission rates There are newly discovered links between emerging infectious diseases and endangered or threatened species of animals, according to research from the One Health Institute within the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Researchers are studying the rates of viral transmission from animals to humans and are […]

UC Davis Mouse Biology Program collaborates with biopharmaceutical company by conducting animal trials Imagine being able to receive a vaccine through the mail in the form of a transdermal patch instead of an injection at the doctor’s office. Verndari Inc., a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to modernizing vaccine development and delivery, is currently making advances toward […]

Study on effects of past pandemics provides insight into post-COVID-19 economy The novel coronavirus pandemic is affecting nearly every aspect of life in the U.S., shutting down businesses and forcing people throughout the country to shelter in their homes. Many hope for an end in sight to the disruptions caused by the pandemic, especially for […]

Online posts give researchers insight on people with COVID-19 symptoms   Defined as social media posts clearly mentioning symptoms or diagnoses of COVID-19, “sick posts” on the Chinese social media site Weibo are able to predict the daily number of COVID-19 cases up to a week ahead of official statistics, according to a study conducted by UC […]