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What Is Science Outreach and Why Is It Important?

Anila Mary Lijo — April 22, 2025 - 1:58pm

How are 51�ԹϺ�� Davis scientists educating the public about the important research conducted on their campus? And how can outreach improve science?

51�ԹϺ�� Davis is a premier research institution where cutting-edge science is conducted daily by dedicated faculty, staff and students. One of the most important aspects of science is sharing knowledge gained from experiments and research studies.

51�ԹϺ�� Davis’ Aggie Square Formally Inaugurated: Sacramento Innovation District Comes to Life With Labs, Classrooms, Community Spaces

Julia Ann Easley — May 02, 2025 - 5:51pm

SACRAMENTO -- Opening a new chapter in the University of California, Davis’ role as a regional engine of innovation and economic growth, Chancellor Gary S. May joined city of Sacramento leaders, developer Wexford Science & Technology LLC, business partners and community members Friday to inaugurate Aggie Square, the $1.1 billion innovation district that will bring together the university’s cutting-edge research with private-sector companies and startups. The chancellor also announced new partnerships to accelerate life sciences ventures at Aggie Square.

James B. Milliken Named 22nd President of the University of California

James Michael Nash — May 02, 2025 - 3:25pm

51�ԹϺ�� Davis Chancellor Gary S. May made the following statement about the appointment of James B. Milliken as the University of California president:

“I extend my sincere congratulations to James Milliken on his selection as the next president of the University of California. With his deep roots in higher education, I know that the University is in good hands.

United Way Expands Collegiate Guaranteed Income Program for former Foster Youth at Sacramento State and 51�ԹϺ�� Davis

Julia Ann Easley — May 01, 2025 - 1:20pm

Twenty former foster youth studying at Sacramento State and the University of California, Davis, received their first payments today from United Way California Capital Region’s Collegiate Guaranteed Income program that will provide them with $500 a month for one year.

Among the Academies: Searching for New Ways to Treat Pain

Cody Kitaura — April 29, 2025 - 1:28pm

Bruce Hammock, a world-class scientist with worldwide impact, grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas, where he collected insects and befriended and studied snakes, lizards, frogs, raccoons, possums, a deer and assorted other critters.

Community Invited to Celebrate Aggie Square

Cody Kitaura — April 29, 2025 - 11:01am

Community involvement has been a key aspect of Aggie Square since the very earliest stages of its development, so it's only fitting that all are invited to help celebrate the moment the innovation district on the Sacramento campus officially opens its doors.

Students Prepare for Undergraduate Research Conference

Julia Ann Easley — April 22, 2025 - 3:51pm

51�ԹϺ�� Davis student Natasha Bibbs of Sacramento has already gone places with academic research — and she hopes to go even further.

The fourth-year student travelled about 2,000 miles to Louisiana and more than 150 years back in time to discover how someone she believes is an ancestor — perhaps her great-great-grandfather — became one of the first Black doctors in his community and used his status to contribute to the African American community.

WarnMe Test on April 30

Julia Ann Easley — April 22, 2025 - 3:50pm

51�ԹϺ�� Davis will test its emergency notification system at noon Wednesday, April 30.

WarnMe messages provide information and directions regarding emergencies that pose an immediate threat to life and safety. Aggie Alert messages, sent using the same system and contact information, provide notification about events on and around Davis campus facilities that may cause disruption to normal activities.

Give Day Sets New Fundraising Record

Cody Kitaura — April 22, 2025 - 10:30am

The spirit of Give Day was in full swing as the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis community rallied together for the ninth annual celebration, held over Picnic Day weekend. With more than 4,100 donations made both online and in person, this year’s event raised nearly $4.5 million — surpassing the previous dollar amount record of $4.1 million set in 2022.

Statement from Chancellor Gary S. May on Federal Immigration Enforcement Actions

Cody Kitaura — April 21, 2025 - 10:44am

Updated April 27: As of late Saturday, April 26, the Department of Homeland Security has reinstated the F-1 visa status for all 23 51�ԹϺ�� Davis students and recent graduates whose status was terminated earlier in the month.

Chancellor Gary S. May issued the following statement today (April 5):

This week, we learned through our Services for International Students and Scholars unit that the federal government terminated the eligibility of many international students across the country to stay in the U.S.