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Weekender: Spring into Spring Arts

Jamie Sara Gelfond — April 03, 2025 - 10:06am

This weekend, lots of music, exhibitions and even a party. Make reservations for upcoming events.

Alumni Couple to Receive 2025 51�ԹϺ�� Davis Medal, University’s Highest Honor

Karen Michele Nikos — March 27, 2025 - 10:52am

The 2025 51�ԹϺ�� Davis Medal will be awarded to Michael C. and Renée Z. Child, who have dedicated themselves to the University of California, Davis, and their communities throughout their lives.

The alumni couple, who met as undergraduates in the early 1970s, have remained deeply committed to 51�ԹϺ�� Davis, volunteering their leadership and insight to advance many areas of the university.

Adele Zhang Brings 51�ԹϺ�� Davis Textile Collection to London

Jamie Sara Gelfond — March 27, 2025 - 9:25am

Adele Zhang, senior continuing lecturer in the Department of Design at 51�ԹϺ�� Davis, has been the Jo Ann C. Stabb Design Collection curator and manager since 2006. After spending the last year researching the collection's archive, Zhang spent the first few weeks of 2025 packing up and shipping 134 objects to London, where they will be on display at the Fashion and Textile Museum from March 28 through September 7.

The Conversation: How are Humans Different From Other Animals?

Karen Michele Nikos — March 19, 2025 - 1:35pm

Of the 8.7 million species on Earth, why are human beings the only one that paints self-portraits, walks on the Moon and worships gods?

For decades, many scholars have argued that the difference stems from our ability to learn from each other. Through techniques such as teaching and imitation, we can create and transmit complicated information over many generations.

51�ԹϺ�� Davis Expert Media Sources on Federal Issues

Karen Michele Nikos — March 18, 2025 - 3:38pm

The University of California, Davis, has political scientists, historians, economists, law professors, K-12 policy experts and other researchers who can help media navigate the current political scene. We also can help media contact researchers who can describe how their research benefits the public, and share potential consequences if funding is reduced or eliminated.

This expert guide was initially published in March 2025 and will be updated regularly. Note: This is reporters' use, not for publication.

The Conversation: Do Environmental Protection Laws Still Apply Under Trump?

Karen Michele Nikos — March 13, 2025 - 2:10pm

Environmental protection laws still apply even under Trump’s national energy emergency — here’s why

In response to President Donald Trump’s declaration of a “national energy emergency,” the U.S.

Weekender: End the Quarter with Exciting Music and Dance

Jamie Sara Gelfond — March 13, 2025 - 10:08am

This week’s free Shinkoskey Noon Concert features Student Chamber Ensembles

Thursday, March 13, 12:05-2 p.m., Recital Hall, Ann E. Pitzer Center

Pete Nowlen, coordinator

Program

Works to be announced.

Annual M.F.A. Open Studios are back

Thursday, March 13, 4:30-6:30 p.m., at TB9 and the Art Grad Building

The Conversation: Can the Trump Administration Legally Deport Palestinian Rights Advocate Mahmoud Khalil?

Jamie Sara Gelfond — March 13, 2025 - 9:49am

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that the government will deport lawful permanent residents who support Hamas and came to the U.S. as students “with an intent rile up all kinds of anti-Jewish student, antisemitic activities,” referencing the Palestinian rights protests at universities in 2024.

How Do 51�ԹϺ�� Davis Scholars Tackle Antisemitism and Islamophobia?

Jamie Sara Gelfond — March 12, 2025 - 3:29pm

It was still early days of the recent conflict between Israel and Gaza when, seeing strong emotions and division erupting on their campus, two scholars at 51�ԹϺ�� Davis decided to come together and take action.

Weekender: Start Your March with the Arts

Jamie Sara Gelfond — March 06, 2025 - 10:10am

Concert in memory of Albert J. McNeil (music department faculty); Thursday noon concert, music from Hawaii and more.