Sal Khan joined UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May online for a discussion about artificial intelligence’s role in education. The conversation explored mastery-based learning models alongside concerns about technology replacing teachers.
Two UC Davis student-athletes have launched SWAG (Swim Ags), offering free swimming lessons aimed at improving water safety among adults on campus. Their initiative addresses barriers such as cost while focusing on building confidence around pools through small-group instruction.
A UC Davis student died after a car-bicycle collision near West Village housing area on April 13. The university is offering support services while police investigate. Background information about UC Davis highlights its research focus.
UC Davis will host its third annual Remembrance Ceremony on May 11 at noon at its Conference Center. The event honors members of both UC Davis campuses who have died since June 1 with remarks from Chancellor Gary S. May, musical performances, readings of names, ribbon activities led by Aggie Mental Health Ambassadors, and opportunities for personal reflection.
Staff and faculty at University California Davis share how they prepare key events ahead of Picnic Day celebrations on April 13. Activities include plant giveaways organized by greenhouse managers as well as open houses led by emergency services staff.
UC Davis will host its annual Picnic Day on April 18 with over 200 scheduled events. Activities include parades, animal exhibits, science shows, performances, family zones, sporting exhibitions and unique campus traditions. Parking is free all day.
UC Davis has launched the Aggie Venture Accelerator program for early-stage life science startups. In partnership with The March Group venture capital firm, selected teams will receive mentorship and funding support. Chancellor Gary S. May says this initiative aims to translate university innovations into real-world impact.
UC Davis’s Teaching for Global Learning program helps instructors add international content like UN Sustainable Development Goals into their courses. Faculty receive training and grants while reaching students who may not be able study abroad. The initiative aligns with UC Davis’s broader mission supporting research addressing state-wide societal needs.
UC Davis was named the nation’s top school for veterinary medicine by U.S. News & World Report. Several other graduate programs also received high national rankings across science, engineering, nursing, business, law and more.
UC Davis released a progress report showing initial outcomes from the Aggie Square project partnership in Sacramento. Key achievements include funding for affordable housing projects along Stockton Boulevard plus new workforce training initiatives benefiting local communities.