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Summer ’26: What’s Open, What’s Closed

Jose Antonio Vadi — June 15, 2026 - 9:26am

For those sticking around Davis this summer, here’s your guide to what’s open and closed.

Several locations across campus will offer weekday food and coffee services, with adjusted seasonal hours. Make sure to check each specific location’s website for the most updated hours and menus.

Smoke From Landfill Fire Visible

James Michael Nash — June 12, 2026 - 3:19pm

People in the West Campus area may see and smell smoke today (June 12) and over the weekend from a small fire at the UC Davis Landfill.

The fire is contained and does not pose a danger to people, animals or property.

It was reported at 11:50 a.m. today at the landfill south of the Primate Center and adjacent to Putah Creek on County Road 98. Crews from the UC Davis Fire Department and the West Plainfield Fire Department responded.

UC Davis Uncorks Second Annual Wine Sale

Amy M Quinton — June 11, 2026 - 12:48pm

Student-made wines from UC Davis go on sale June 16. Six student labels plus three UC Davis wines, grown in Davis and Napa Valley. Proceeds fund scholarships.

Checking in With Chancellor May: 10 Ways UC Davis is Changing the World

Cody Kitaura — June 11, 2026 - 12:45pm

To the UC Davis community:

UC Davis Statement on US Department of Justice Findings

Cody Kitaura — June 10, 2026 - 1:29pm

We are disappointed by the report and its conclusions. UC Davis School of Medicine strongly disagrees with any characterization of its admissions practices as discriminatory or inconsistent with applicable law. The report's findings do not accurately reflect the school's rigorous, individualized, and merit-based admissions process and our firm commitment to complying with applicable federal and state antidiscrimination laws. UC Davis is fully committed to meeting the critical healthcare needs of California, particularly those in underserved and under-resourced areas.

UC Davis Retirees Reflect on Careers of Service and Impact

Anila Mary Lijo — June 09, 2026 - 2:48pm

As the academic year comes to a close, UC Davis is preparing to say goodbye to another group of faculty and staff members whose careers helped shape the university in countless ways. While this is not a complete list of retirees, we extend our congratulations and gratitude to all those concluding their service this year. Thank you for your dedication to UC Davis.

More than a workplace

After nearly 40 years, retirement is not easy to talk about for Felicia Smith.

Recognizing Champions of Student Well-Being

Cody Kitaura — June 09, 2026 - 2:00pm

Four faculty members and five teaching assistants have been named Aggie Well-Being Champions in recognition of their efforts to integrate the health and wellness of their students into their teaching practices.

Vintage Buses, Dance, Farmworkers' Rights Inspire Student Commencement Speakers

Julia Ann Easley — June 09, 2026 - 10:52am

Five student speakers will share their hearts and journeys with thousands of fellow graduates and guests at the UC Davis undergraduate commencements June 12-14.

Decoding Dementia

James Michael Nash — June 07, 2026 - 11:00pm

The path to a world without dementia starts with a brain tissue sample. Researchers at the University of California, Davis are developing AI-driven tools to analyze vast digital archives of brain tissue scans — work that cannot be done at scale by humans alone — to better understand dementia and improve diagnosis and treatment.

UC Davis Marks a New Era, Announces Partnership with Nexus Licensing Group

James Michael Nash — June 07, 2026 - 2:41pm

The University of California, Davis, today announced a strategic partnership with Nexus Licensing Group to assist in the management and marketing of UC Davis’s trademark licensing program.