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Villanova dominates Oklahoma in route to championship game
SportsApril 8, 2016
Villanova sets record for largest margin of victory in Final Four matchup For the second time this season, Villanova and Oklahoma faced off on the hardwood, two number two seeds squaring off in the Final Four for just the third time in NCAA history. Their last matchup in early December ended in a lopsided victory […]

Big West Scholar Athletes of the Year announced
SportsMarch 9, 2016
On March 3, the UC Davis recipients for the 2015 Big West Conference Male and Female Scholar Athletes of the Year were announced. Neal Monson of men’s basketball and Ana Marija Sola of women’s soccer were awarded this distinction due to their academic excellence and athletic prowess in their respective sports. The Scholar Athlete of […]

Some novel ideas
FeaturesMarch 7, 2016
Students reveal what their book would be about, if they were to write one If you were going to write a book, what would you call it and what would it be about? Natalie Saddic, first-year biochemistry major “[It would be called]: ‘Life As a College Athlete.’ Just [about] balancing school work with your schedule […]

Local salon participates in fundraiser for recovering Davis teen
City NewsMarch 3, 2016
Creative Hair & Spa opens its doors March 6 to raise money for Jillian Foster Trust While many may be spending this Sunday catching up on sleep or studying for finals, the women at Creative Hair & Spa, located at 1520 E Covell Blvd. in Davis, will be devoting their day off to Jillian Foster, […]

“Where to Invade Next” sees a hopeful Michael Moore at top form
Arts & CultureMarch 1, 2016
Michael Moore wittily tears into American exceptionalism in his latest documentary. Watching Michael Moore’s timely new film, “Where to Invade Next,” you wouldn’t guess that the Oscar-winning filmmaker was angrier than ever. That’s what he told comedian Marc Maron in a recent podcast, but in this film, he presents an uncharacteristically optimistic vision of America’s […]

Davis award recognizes exceptional teens
City NewsFebruary 29, 2016
Annual Davis Golden Heart Award given out this February This month, the Davis Golden Heart Awards (DGHA) were given out to exceptional teenagers in the Davis community for their community service efforts and for overcoming personal challenges. Genevieve Rose Kirsch received the service award and Ethan Patterson received the public challenge award at the public […]

Aggies competitive in day one of Aggie Kick Off
SportsFebruary 18, 2016
Loud chants of encouragement echoed throughout La Rue Field on Friday, Feb. 12, as the UC Davis women’s softball team hosted the Aggie Kick Off. The Aggies played their first game of the tournament — and the season — facing off against the Montana Grizzlies. In their first inning of the season, the Aggies made […]

A Davis Valentine’s Day survival guide
City NewsFebruary 11, 2016
We’ve planned Valentine’s Day for you, so just sit back and enjoy This Valentine’s Day, enjoy spending time with friends and loved ones with the many activities and events that Davis has to offer. Pick one option from each category below and fill your day with love! Stores: Not sure how to woo your loved […]
Letter to the Editor — A Valentine of Gratitude to You
OpinionFebruary 3, 2016
Dear UC Davis, Thirteen years ago, while living in Davis and working at the university in the Bargain Barn, I was diagnosed with cancer. With no close friends or family living in California, I was scared and not sure how I was going to work full-time and care for a 2-year old while undergoing surgery, […]

This Week in Sports
UncategorizedFebruary 1, 2016
UC Davis athletics from Jan. 25 to Jan. 31 Men’s Basketball (9-11 overall, 4-3 conf.) UC Davis vs. Cal State Fullerton (W, 69-64) UC Davis vs. Cal Poly (W, 66-52) In the first of two home games, the Aggies defeated the Cal State Fullerton Titans 69-64 on Wednesday, Jan. 27. With 12 points for the […]

This week in sports
SportsFebruary 1, 2016
UC Davis athletics from Jan. 25 to Jan. 31 Men’s Basketball (9-11 overall, 4-3 conf.) UC Davis vs. Cal State Fullerton (W, 69-64) UC Davis vs. Cal Poly (W, 66-52) In the first of two home games, the Aggies defeated the Cal State Fullerton Titans 69-64 on Wednesday, Jan. 27. With 12 points for the […]

Aggies protect The Pavilion against Titans
SportsJanuary 30, 2016
UC Davis men’s basketball team defeats Cal State Fullerton in Wednesday night game. The UC Davis men’s basketball team sent the California State University, Fullerton Titans packing in a rare Wednesday night showdown. The Aggies picked up their fourth straight home win, 69-64. As the game got underway, the Aggies came out with energy and […]

