Rain pattered gently outside the UC Davis Student Community Center, but inside, warmth and calm filled the space. A mellow playlist drifted through the room, its soft melodies barely audible over the low, cheerful hum of student chatter and laughter. Circular tables were scattered throughout the room with coloring sheets, paints, bracelet-making supplies and even a pile of Lego bricks, inviting students to sit, create and breathe.
On a single Saturday each spring, the UC Davis campus transforms into a vibrant hub of hope and opportunity as hundreds of students, families and educators gather for the César Chávez Youth Leadership Conference. This May, the event marks its 10th year of being hosted at UC Davis and its 23rd year serving students throughout the state.
In an article in Letters & Science Magazine, Sven-Erik Rose of the Jewish Studies Program and and Mairaj Syed discuss their collaborative work to critically understand and counter antisemitism and islamophobia.
Doreen Joseph, Ph.D. candidate in computer science at UC Davis, is steadfast advocate for building community at UC Davis. We had the chance to sit down with Joseph to learn more about the community she helps create here at UC Davis.
In support of our patients, faculty, employees, students, and community members we would like to share the following resources for awareness, care, and guidance around accommodations to consider when hosting gatherings and/or meetings where food is provided during upcoming observances.
The University of California, Davis, is continuing to build on its track record of creating an inclusive environment for faculty, and was today (Feb. 7) recognized with the highest award available for that work from the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Black Futures Month represents the campus community commitment to remembering, celebrating and learning from the proud history of Black Americans and the promising future of all scholars who continue to bring innovation and excellence to our society.
Thirty-five years ago, a community of UC Davis students came together to define a shared set of values related to a sense of belonging and respect that would shape the university’s future. What started as a grassroots movement in Student Housing has since grown into a core part of UC Davis’ identity, culture and everyday interactions.
The UC Davis Department of Internal Medicine is pleased to announce the next installment in its Addressing Bias, Bigotry, and Discrimination at UC Davis speaker series, featuring Rania Awaad, M.D., on February 13, 2025.
The Chancellor writes, "At UC Davis, we believe in the power of community. For 35 years, our Principles of Community have served as a guiding light, fostering an environment of mutual respect, inclusion and belonging. These values are more than words on a page — they are the foundation of our culture, shaping the way we learn, work and engage with one another."
