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7 Early Career Faculty Honored for Creativity, Innovation

Cody Kitaura — July 14, 2026 - 11:15am

Seven early career faculty members at 51�ԹϺ�� Davis are being recognized with awards from the university and the 51�ԹϺ�� Office of the President that highlight their research and creative exploration.

ORG CHART: Associate Dean, 5 Department Chairs

Cody Kitaura — July 14, 2026 - 11:00am

In this week's Org Chart, we have news of several new department chairs, plus an associate dean. Read on to find out the details.

Artist Cassils Appointed to Maria Manetti Shrem Endowed Chair in Art Studio

Cody Kitaura — July 14, 2026 - 10:45am

Renowned performance artist Cassils has been appointed to the Maria Manetti Shrem Endowed Chair in the Maria Manetti Shrem Art Studio Program at 51�ԹϺ�� Davis. Cassils is a Canadian transgender artist who makes their own body the material and protagonist of powerful performances that examine the histories of LGBTQIA+ violence, representation and struggle while illuminating narratives of resilience and empowerment.

51�ԹϺ�� Davis’ Record $676M Fundraising Year Marks New Era of Philanthropy

Katherine E Kerlin — July 14, 2026 - 9:00am

51�ԹϺ�� Davis raised more than $676 million in philanthropic support during fiscal year 2025–26, marking the strongest fundraising year in its history.

CHANCELL-ING: Aggies Moving into Summer

Cody Kitaura — July 07, 2026 - 11:47am

Welcome to the start of the Davis summer, and I hope that each of you is enjoying a wonderful Fourth of July weekend with friends, family and community.

Among the Academies: Questioning the Universe’s Origin Story

Cody Kitaura — June 30, 2026 - 12:00pm

When Andreas Albrecht was a grad student at the University of Pennsylvania, he was looking for an advisor in particle physics. When he asked a new faculty member to become his advisor, the researcher said he was now focusing on cosmology — a field in which Albrecht said he wasn’t all that interested.

Chancellor’s Residence Undergoing 30-Year Maintenance and Improvements

Cody Kitaura — June 30, 2026 - 9:00am

51�ԹϺ�� Davis is undertaking a series of routine maintenance, energy efficiency and security improvements at the Chancellor's Residence as part of the university's ongoing stewardship of campus facilities and long-term infrastructure investments. These repairs and upgrades are consistent with similar maintenance and infrastructure projects occurring across the university to preserve campus assets, improve operational efficiency and sustainability, as well as enhance safety.

Personal Branding in an AI-Driven World

Anila Mary Lijo — June 30, 2026 - 8:00am

51�ԹϺ�� Davis alum and Graduate School of Management lecturer Vanessa Errecarte discussed personal branding, career development and the growing role of artificial intelligence in the workplace in this month’s episode of Face to Face With Chancellor May.

Summer ’26: What’s Open, What’s Closed

Jose Antonio Vadi — June 15, 2026 - 9:26am

For those sticking around Davis this summer, here’s your guide to what’s open and closed.

Several locations across campus will offer weekday food and coffee services, with adjusted seasonal hours. Make sure to check each specific location’s website for the most updated hours and menus.

Checking in With Chancellor May: 10 Ways 51�ԹϺ�� Davis is Changing the World

Cody Kitaura — June 11, 2026 - 12:45pm

To the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis community: