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Chancellor May, coffee, retirees — 8.8.17
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 A bold new beginningRead about Gary S. May's first week as UC Davis' seventh chancellor, his plans to boost UC Davis' stature and how he's connecting with people on social media. Also, hear from LeShelle May about her UC Davis projects. [ More… ]
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NEWS SUMMARY
More stories at UC Davis News & Information
Now brewing: Peet's Coffee opens in ARC
Crews are just beginning work to expand the Activities and Recreation Center, but one transformation there is already complete: a new Peet's. The coffee shop replaces a Starbucks and is part of the campuswide switch to Peet's and Java City. [ More… ]
Books for summer, by UC Davis authors
We present a sampling of books by campus authors in this last-chance-for-summer reading list, starting with The Last Laugh, Lynn Freed's well-received novel about women who are trying to write new lives for themselves as they enter their 70s. [ More… ]
$3 million program to integrate science and policy
Policymakers complain about researchers not asking the right questions. Academics say policymakers ignore the science. Rather than continue this cycle, Professor Jim Sanchirico and others at UC Davis plan to transform graduate education in science and policy in ocean research. [ More… ]
RESEARCH: The biology of color
Professor Tim Caro, who has helped clarify long-held mysteries about animal coloration (why zebras have black-and-white stripes, for example), co-authors report on what we know so far and the challenges that lie ahead. [ More… ]
- Annual report on Tahoe: From treetops to the bottom of the lake
- Marine reserves a solution to bycatch problem in oceans
- UC Davis Venture Catalyst gives out STAIR-Plus grants
FROM STAFF VOICE: Awards roundup for 2017
Staff Assembly presents its annual Citations of Excellence, including $15,000 in award money; and Staff and Staff Dependent Scholarships totaling $29,000. [ More… ]
Here's who retired in 2016-17
List has 244 names of staff and faculty from the Davis campus, who amassed a collective total of 5,337.58 years of service to the university. Also: Register for the Retiree Fall Fest, to be held Saturday, Sept. 23. [ More… ]
NEWS BRIEFS: Construction progresses in waterway
Five weirs, or low dams, will transform the Arboretum Waterway's eastern half from a relatively flat pond to a gently flowing stream, from east to west. Plus …
- Minor changes in Unitrans schedules for 2017-18
- Annotation tool on Canvas gets a quick upgrade
- Nominate 'WorkLife Champions' among us
- Med center rated one of nation's 'Best Hospitals'
THE DOWNLOAD: Field trip, food, football
Graduate students, faculty, staff and community members take an educational trip through the Central Valley. … Professor Pamela Ronald talks GMOs with Neil deGrasse Tyson's StarTalk Radio. … Ed Sheeran performs in Sacramento wearing a Sac Republic FC jersey, complete with UC Davis Health logo. [ More, with video… ]
FEATURED COLLOQUIA
- "The 'Hidden Injuries' of Childhood Poverty: The Impact of Class Stigma, Stereotypes and Bias" — Heather Bullock, professor of psychology, UC Santa Cruz. (Aug. 9)
- "Is It Really Green? Life-Cycle Analysis of Almonds and Electric Vehicles" — Science Café with Alissa Kendall, associate professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. (Aug. 9)
- Undergraduate Research Showcase — UC Center Sacramento's summer interns present their public policy projects. (Aug. 16)
- "Evaluating and Improving Energy Efficiency Policies and Programs" — Edward Vine, staff scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, gives this talk at UC Center Sacramento. (Aug. 16)
- Staff Data Workshop — For staff to come together to learn how to work with and interpret data related to staff diversity. Hosted by the Staff Diversity Administrative Advisory Committee and Staff Assembly. (Aug. 24)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Administrative Officers for the Future — Application period is open until Sept. 15 for the 2017-18 cohort.
- Road closures: California Avenue, Storer Mall and Kleiber Hall Drive, on three sides of the lecture hall under construction on California Avenue — Extended through Friday, Aug. 18, for work related to the large lecture hall. Use Hutchison Drive for delivery access.
EVENTS
Editor's Picks from the online calendar:
- Donate 33 1/3 Albums to Museum
Wednesday, Aug. 16: The Manetti Shrem Museum needs vinyl for the John Cage 33 1/3 exhibition in the fall. - SUMMER BROWN BAG: "Cutting the Cable"
Thursday, Aug. 17: Informative and humorous class covers what you need to know to watch your favorite TV programs with only an antenna and high-speed internet connection. - Tidal Response: Coastal Marine Environments From Above and Below
Aug. 19-Oct. 21: UC Davis retirees Peter Connors and Chris Dewees are among the artists in this exhibition at the Petaluma Arts Center. - Last chance-uh for Band-uh! Jam-uh!
Monday, Aug. 21: Summer's last Jam-uh! On the lawn outside the Rec Pool. - Midday Mindfulness Meditation
Aug. 23 and 30, and Sept. 6 and 13: Open to beginners and experienced alike. - Women's Huddle
Friday, Aug. 25: Evening includes fun drills with the football team, and social time with hors d'oeuvres and drinks.