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New season, new location

The UC Davis Farmers Market returns for spring quarter, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Wednesday, starting tomorrow (April 1) at the northwest corner of the Quad. Shop for produce (don't forget your reusable bags), meet your friends, buy a snack or lunch from a vendor! [ More… ]

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In memoriam: Whitney Joy Engler

Fourth-year veterinary student is remembered for her passion for animal behavior and finding the good in every animal, her compassionate work with underserved populations at the Mercer Veterinary Clinic for the Homeless, her time spent fostering animals, and most of all, her incredible bond with Rosie — her Australian shepherd service dog. [ More… ]

RESEARCH: Ocean ecosystem no fast healer

Fossils from under the seafloor provide evidence of ecological decline occurring at a relatively fast pace during abrupt climate change, compared with recovery that can take thousands of years, according to research led by Sarah Moffitt of the Bodega Marine Laboratory and Coastal and Marine Sciences Institute. [ More, with video… ]

Run, don't walk, to these student symposia

UC Davis has a run of research symposia coming up in April and May, showcasing work by graduate and professional students (April 2-3), undergraduates (May 1-2) and postdocs (May 14). And there's a run, too: the first Genius Run/Walk (May 3), a fundraiser for summer scholarships for undergraduate research. [ More… ]

LAURELS: Brewers guild honors Bamforth

Brewing science professor Charles Bamforth has been named an honorary liveryman of the Brewers Company, a London guild that originated in the 12th century. … Yolo County honors "Public Health Heroes" at Student Health and Wellness Center. … Plus, honors for faculty members S. Haig Zeronian and Stephen Wheeler, alumnus Craig McNamara and state Sen. Lois Wolk. … And Professor John Iacovelli is the set designer for The 12, a new rock musical that picks up where Jesus Christ Superstar left off. [ More… ]

ONE CALIFORNIA, ONE UC DAVIS: New Central Valley Scholars

Meet the second crop of students in this scholarship, mentorship and internship program, supported by philanthropy. The Central Valley Scholars Program aims to further the potential of the state's premier agricultural region, not only in terms of its bounty but also quality of life. [ More… ]

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NEWS BRIEFS: UC Davis Extension's collaboration in Chile

UC Davis Extension's Collaboration Center recently completed an engagement with the Chilean Council for Clean Production, a division of the Chilean Ministry of the Economy, to help improve environmental decision making. Plus …

TRENDING: 'Ulimate classes,' picky poopers, 3-point shooters

BuzzFeed: There's no boredom on the syllabi for these "ultimate Aggie classes." … Wired: Vet school's Melissa Bain weighs in on why dogs are such picky poopers. … Twitter: "Congratulations Kelsey Harris and Corey Hawkins! Both @UCDavisAggies sharpshooters will compete at the 3-pt. Championships," live on ESPN, 4 p.m. PDT Thursday (April 2).

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THE ARTS OF SPRING: From M.F.A.s to HellaCapella

The arts at UC Davis are in full bloom this quarter with a special emphasis on work by students, many of whom are finishing final projects for graduation. We have shows for Master of Fine Arts candidates in theatre and dance, studio art and design; and the Design-by-Design competition for undergraduates. Plus, concerts by the Symphony Orchestra and other university groups, free noon concerts and the 11th annual "Northern California A Cappella Extravaganza Concert." [ More, with slideshow… ]

CAREER CATALYST: 'Exploring Academic Advising Careers'

Thursday, April 2, noon-1 p.m., Meeting Room D, Student Community Center

Hear from advising professionals in a panel discussion moderated by Brett McFarlane, director of Academic Advising. [ More… ]

CONCERTS: Max Raabe and Palast Orchester, and The Afterlife

Thursday, April 2, Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts

First, a free Corin Courtyard concert by The Afterlife (swing bop duo), at 6:30 p.m. Then, crooner Max Raabe and his 12-piece orchestra present A Night in Berlin, 8 p.m., Jackson Hall (tickets required). [ More… ]

Native American Culture Days and Powwow

Monday-Saturday, April 6-11

The week begins with a sunrise ceremony on Monday (April 6) and includes for the first time the Indigenous Arts Market, an all-day event with vendors and entertainment, April 10 on the Quad. The annual Powwow is set for Saturday, April 11, also on the Quad. [ More… ]

Picnic Day Fashion Show

Saturday, April 18, 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., ARC Ballroom

This event is so fashionable that it sells out far in advance. So, be ready: Tickets go on sale Wednesday (April 1) through the UC Davis Ticket Office, in person (the office is at Aggie Stadium); by telephone, (530) 752-2471; or online. [ More… ]

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