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April 19, 2022
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Landowners Learn to Burn
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Three days before Earth Day (April 22), environmental science writer Kat Kerlin and our video team present an extended feature on prescribed burns, and how state and local agencies and neighborhood burn associations are increasingly creating opportunities for landowners to become a bigger part of wildfire resilience efforts, by carefully burning their own property.
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STORY AND VIDEO
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Unlock Give Day Challenges
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Enthusiasm is high for the sixth annual Give Day, from noon Friday to 5 p.m. Saturday (Picnic Day), as donors have stepped up to offer some 230 challenge gifts worth more than $2.8 million, a new record, breaking the previous mark of $2.4 million set last year. Each challenge invites other contributions, and, once a specified number come in, the challenge gift is unlocked.
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STORY AND VIDEO
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UC Davis LIVE: Gun Violence
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The recent spate of mass shootings, from Sacramento to New York and D.C., prompted a special UC Davis LIVE this morning, the recording of which is now available for on-demand viewing. Hear from two UC Davis faculty members: Garen Wintemute, a pioneer in the public health approach to violence prevention; and Amy Barnhorst, an expert in firearms law and mental illness.
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WATCH THE VIDEO
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Campus Construction Update
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It can be hard to keep track of what’s being built and renovated around campus, but UC Davis Magazine makes it easy: This annotated map has brief descriptions and timelines for projects ranging from the new Edwards Family Athletics Center (scheduled to be complete this fall) to the Wyatt Deck makeover and the $500 million Veterinary Medical Center.
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SEE ‘ON THE MAP’
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Announcements
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Traffic delay — At the intersection of La Rue/Anderson roads and Russell Boulevard, where a four-way stop was still in effect today (April 19) after a car crash damaged a signal Monday morning. The city was working as quickly as possible on a repair, a spokeswoman said. In the meantime, consider alternate routes.
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Free e-waste drop-off event — 10-noon Wednesday, April 20, Hopkins Services Complex (west of Highway 113). For university-owned items only.
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Small and Diverse Supplier Expo — 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, April 25, remote. The event brings together university and hospital purchasers and local suppliers. Registration is required.
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Blood drive — 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, April 25 and 26, bloodmobiles on the Quad. All appointments are full, but walk-ins may be accommodated if slots open up.
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Sustainability Champion Awards — Call for nominations of students, staff and faculty/academic staff who are environmental leaders on campus, who exemplify why UC Davis continues to lead the way in sustainability efforts. Deadline: May 1.
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Administrative advisory committees for 2022-23 — Call for applications for membership on committees addressing such topics as the arts, child and family care, diversity, student services, research, and transportation and parking services. Deadline: May 5.
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Vice Chancellor-Finance, Operations and Administration — The last in-person public forum, for Candidate C, will be held from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. Thursday, April 21, in Ballroom A, Activities and Recreation Center (ARC). Videos of all three forums will be posted Friday (April 22).
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more announcements…
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Upcoming Events
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The UC Davis Symphony Orchestra performs two contemporary works: Oscar Strasnoy’s Kuleshov piano concerto, U.S. premiere; and Jimmy López Bellido’s Fiesta! Four Pop Dances for Orchestra. 8-9 p.m. Thursday (April 21). Christian Baldini, director and conductor (pictured). Discounted tickets are available for the in-person performance; the livestream is free.
$10 tickets for staff and faculty (limit two per person) to attend a concert by pianist Lara Downes, performing two suites: World of Change and Promise to Keep. 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 6, Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts, in person. Offer good now through May 6. Use Promo Code BEWELL2122.
Michael Seth Orland and Jacqueline Chew. (April 21, free, in person and livestream)
Post your photos for a chance to win prizes. Share your testimonials and read what your colleagues are saying. Here are some ways to get outside:
- UC Davis Farmers Market — 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. every Wednesday through May 18 on the Quad.
- Nature Rx: Birdwatching — Start your day on this outing in the Arboretum. (April 22, space is limited, sign up by April 20 to be considered)
- Sheepmowers at Work — Watch them graze on the Chemistry Mounds, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Wednesday (April 25-27). Chair Share seating available.
Offerings include Meditation, Zoomba, Yoga and Nutrition Workshops.
Selected events listed below; see the complete schedule on the UC Davis Sustainability website.
Student troupe presents “Bailando de Costa a Costa,” dances from across Mexico. (April 30, in person, tickets now on sale)
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more events…
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The Download
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Learn how to build a simple air filtration device from its co-inventor, College of Engineering Dean Richard L. Corsi. ... Giving first-generation, low-income and underserved students a “Jumpstart.” ... UC Davis is in the running for a Webby. ... Listen to the sounds of campus.
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