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February 28, 2023
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No More State of Emergency
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As of today (Feb. 28), California is no longer in a state of emergency when it comes to COVID-19. Three experts from UC Davis Health weigh in on what this means for you: Is it still a risk? Should you continue to wear a mask? ... On the Davis campus, today marks the end of the Daily Symptom Survey and an interim public health policy.
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Free Speech: The Legalities
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What are UC Davis’ responsibilities when it comes to supporting free speech? Four experts on law, free speech and academic freedom will tackle the topic at a town hall set for 3 p.m. next Tuesday, March 7. A second moderator has been added: ASUCD President Radhika Gawde, joining Kevin Johnson, dean of the School of Law.
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It Wasn’t Always This Way
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People often say things like Phoenix has always been dry, Seattle has always been wet and San Francisco has always been foggy. But “always” is a strong word. Looking back 11,000 years, a new study indicates the climate of the western U.S. that we know today is “only” about 4,000 years old, and offers a long-term perspective on how the climate may change in the future.
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Face to Face With VC Tull
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A tumultuous year with a pandemic and civil unrest over racism and inequality is hardly an easy time to be adjusting to a new job focused on diversity, equity and inclusion. Yet that’s exactly where Renetta Garrison Tull found herself in 2020, less than a year into her vice chancellorship. She discusses the start to her job and more on the latest episode of Chancellor May’s interview show.
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Announcements
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AggieSurplus — Open for in-person shopping, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday and Friday, March 2 and 3.
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Chancellor’s Fellowships for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion — Call for applications from faculty members who have demonstrated a significant track record of abiding commitment to reducing opportunity gaps for underrepresented students and/or students from underserved communities. Each fellowship provides $5,000 in academic enrichment funds. Deadline: March 9.
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Executive recruitment: Dean-Continuing and Professional Education — A remote listening session will be held from 2 to 2:45 p.m. Thursday, March 2, to hear faculty, staff and students share their views on the qualities the dean should possess.
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Women & Philanthropy Impact Award — Call for nominations of faculty or staff members who contribute to the advancement of female leaders, demonstrate exemplary leadership, and make significant contributions to our local and global university communities. Deadline: March 15.
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UC Women’s Initiative for Professional Development — This systemwide, experiential program designed to cultivate connections across UC is accepting nominations and applications from the Davis campus and UC Davis Health. Selected participants will have their registration fees paid by the Office of the Chancellor. Deadline: March 23.
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Staff Assembly Citations of Excellence — Call for nominations for citations recognizing individual staff members and teams for outstanding achievements that go above and beyond the requirements outlined in their position descriptions. Deadline: March 15.
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Staff and Staff Dependent Scholarship Program — Call for applications for scholarships administered by the UC Davis/UC Davis Health Staff Assembly Scholarship Committee. Deadline: March 15.
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UC Davis Retirement Help Desks — Are you contemplating retirement within the next four to 12 months? If so, you can get your retirement questions answered locally, during drop-in Zoom sessions scheduled on various days at various times through June 28.
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Staff advisor to the Board of Regents — Applications are being accepted for two-year term, July 2023 to June 2025, the first year as staff advisor-designate, the second year as staff advisor. Deadline: March 24.
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Upcoming Events
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Perennially popular event features speakers, posters and hands-on exhibits. Learn about artificial intelligence, machine learning and the science of brain health. (Saturday, March 18, free, space is limited; registration deadline March 8)
Cabaret diva Meow Meow returns to Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 31. The deal: $10 for staff and faculty (tickets available March 1-30, limit two per person). Click on headline to buy tickets; the promo code is preloaded.
UC Davis sociology professor Bruce Haynes. (March 1, in person and livestream)
Campus Rec’s Summer Camps will be among the programs participating in this fair put on by the city of Davis — a showcase of summer activities. (Free, 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 1, Veterans Memorial Center, 203 E. 14th St., Davis)
All are in person. Free admission to all of the concerts listed here except Concert Bands. Most programs produced by the music department are available — often live — on its YouTube channel, @ucdavismusic.
Last session of winter quarter: March 6, remote.
Register for Staff Assembly’s next field trip, to be held March 9. Space is limited.
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The Download
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Ten questions for Ralph Aldredge, professor and associate dean of undergraduate studies in the College of Engineering. ... An Aggie who is now a Carolina Panther, plus an Aggie who is now a Monterrey Fundidor. ... Late-night TV host Stephen Colbert pokes fun at UC Davis research. ... A faculty member weighs in on what makes something alive.
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About Dateline
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