College of Letters and Science Content

What Is a Media Storm? New Research Explains Why Some Stories Dominate the News

Karen Michele Nikos-Rose — May 28, 2026 - 3:07pm

George Floyd’s killing in 2020 by Minneapolis police became a media storm, but the event itself was not, unfortunately, unique.

Every year, many unarmed Black men are killed by police but almost none of those deaths resulted in nearly the same volume of stories in news media that would make up a media storm. Amber Boydstun, a political scientist, wanted to know why.

Graduate Exhibition Showcases Intersection of Health, Technology, Art, Design

Karen Michele Nikos-Rose — May 26, 2026 - 1:10pm

From digital data and technology to the environment, healthcare and the body, graduate students from across the College of Letters and Science at University of California, Davis, are pushing boundaries with their experimental research and creative expression. The results, varied in medium and discipline, will be on display at the Arts & Humanities 2026 Graduate Exhibition.

How Can Spanish Students Help a City Serve Spanish Speakers?

Karen Michele Nikos-Rose — May 21, 2026 - 8:14am

In a new internship with the City of Davis, 51�ԹϺ�� Davis students are helping the city better meet the needs of its Spanish speaking residents. A cohort of five students spent months working with city staff, learning best practices when it comes to translating content such as city documents, press releases, public service announcements and social media posts.

Non-Rotating Early Galaxy Is a Surprise to Astronomers

Andy Fell — May 04, 2026 - 3:06pm

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have made a surprising discovery about a galaxy long, long ago and far, far away: It isn’t rotating.

In Library Exhibition, View 'The Past in Practice: Interpreting the Ancient World'

Karen Michele Nikos-Rose — May 04, 2026 - 9:21am

The Past in Practice: Interpreting the Ancient World is on view on the first floor of the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis Shields Library until the end of the quarter. Entering the library, past the left hallway beside the courtyard, on the first left wall near the stairs, the pieces hang elegantly.

How Can Reducing Stigma for Non-traditional Romantic Relationships Benefit Everyone?

Karen Michele Nikos-Rose — April 30, 2026 - 3:44pm

Not all romantic relationships between consenting adults involve only two people. For nearly one-fifth of U.S. adults at some point in their life, those relationships have included three or more.

Having more than one romantic partner at time, with the consent of all involved, is called “consensual non-monogamy.” While it’s much more common than most people realize, people who practice it face stigma and prejudice.

Restoration of Paintings Can Reveal What the Artist Intended

Karen Michele Nikos-Rose — April 28, 2026 - 10:02am

Mark Tucker, a 51�ԹϺ�� Davis alum and conservator, visited 51�ԹϺ�� Davis as the Art History department’s guest speaker on “The Challenges of Altered Paintings” in April, explaining how restoration can reveal art in new ways for viewers.

Weekender: Stick and Bow Concert, Saxophone, Danzantes del Alma and More

Karen Michele Nikos-Rose — April 23, 2026 - 10:17am

Stick and Bow at noon concert

Thursday, April 23, Pitzer Center, 51�ԹϺ�� Davis

Arts at Picnic Day: The Gong Returns, Fashion, More

Karen Michele Nikos-Rose — April 15, 2026 - 10:13am

As is always the case, the more than 200 events and exhibitions at Picnic Day can be a bit overwhelming. But if you want to just partake in the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis arts this Saturday, April 18, there’s plenty to enjoy. And all the campus museums will be open. We also tell you how to learn about all Picnic Day events. Karen Nikos-Rose, Arts Blog Editor

51�ԹϺ�� Davis Experts on Immigration, Citizenship, Labor and Human Trafficking

Karen Michele Nikos-Rose — April 10, 2026 - 1:44pm

The following University of California, Davis, experts on immigration policy are available to speak to the news media. Keep an eye on this and other current expert lists at www.ucdavis.edu/news/experts . These resources will be updated regularly. This list was updated in May 2026.