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Next week, the Year of the Eggheads begins with a birthday celebration marking the 30th anniversary of the campus installation of Robert Arneson’s iconic Egghead sculptures. A foundational member of the esteemed UC Davis Arts programs, Arneson was the pre-eminent sculptor and UC Davis professor who created the Eggheads at the end of a stunningly influential career. The ‘Year of the Eggheads’ campaign launches April 1 with a month of Egghead-themed events, hosted by units and departments across the university, that not only celebrate the spirit of the Eggheads but also encourage learning about art and artists of UC Davis. It also marks the launch of the new Arneson Egghead Collection, an assortment of Eggheads-licensed products, including shirts, jewelry, bucket hats, tote bags, blankets, kitchenware and much more. Many items will be limited editions, meaning once they’re gone, they’re gone.

The April 4 campuswide celebration will feature a new display providing a look behind the scenes at the Eggheads’ creation, plus live music and discounts on games and food. Egghead-themed apparel and merchandise will be available at locations across campus. Register for a ticket to the free event online. The festivities will continue with other events, giveaways, and more. Sign up here to receive Egghead email updates.

Here’s a breakdown of some of the special events and discounts on Thursday, April 4:

- The Campus Store: "Celebrate the 30th Birthday of the Eggheads with 30% off select merchandise and special $30 items on Thursday, April 4."

- Memorial Union Games Area: "Keep the spring break vibes going with 30% off bowling, billiards and gaming."

- Coffee House: "Need a bite? At the CoHo, enjoy 30% off breakfast burritos (with eggs, of course) all day."

- Dining Commons / Latitude Restaurant: "Egghead-themed desserts will be offered during dinner service on Thursday, April 4 at all three Dining Commons (Tercero, Segundo and Cuarto) and at Latitude Restaurant, while sweet supplies last."

- Manetti Shrem Museum: "The museum will host several new offerings, including an “Aggies with Eggheads” photo display, “Hatched: The Making of Robert Arneson’s Eggheads” and a new Eggheads pop-up shop featuring exclusive Egghead products."

- Shields Library: "The lobby will host special egg-xhibits, featuring historical news and views about the Eggheads from The California Aggie and photographs of the installation and dedication of Bookhead."

- "Finish the day with a ceremonial lighting of the Eggheads at Bookhead and Eye on Mrak (Fatal Laff) from 7:30-8 p.m."