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Rooted in Excellence

  • by Renetta G. Tull

As we begin a new academic year, I find myself thinking about what it means to be part of a public university at this particular moment.

UC Davis is a remarkable community, one that stretches from our campuses in Davis and Sacramento to communities and partners across California. We come to this work with different experiences, perspectives and responsibilities. What connects us is a shared commitment to creating a university where people can learn, work, contribute and thrive.

Statement from the Avanza Initiative on Upcoming K-16 Student Conference

  • by UC Davis Staff

In May 2026, the Avanza Initiative is preparing to host its annual conference, which supports K–16 students from backgrounds historically underrepresented in higher education. Our mission is to serve our communities by encouraging students to pursue a college degree. In the past, this event has been known as the César Chávez Leadership Conference.

UC Davis Reaffirms Its Denouncement of Antisemitism

UC Davis recently became aware of a Zoom-bombing incident on Feb. 10 during a remote presentation by Israeli chemist Sason Shaik. Professor Shaik, a chemistry professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, was giving a virtual talk for students at UC Davis and the University of Houston when outside parties joined the call and began broadcasting antisemitic messages. The virtual “Theoretical Physical Organic Chemistry” (TPOC) symposium was organized by faculty from both universities.
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