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UC Davis researcher explores plant defenses against evolving pathogens

UC Davis researchers are engaged in a global struggle between plants and the changing environment.

By Golden State Today | Dec 17, 2024

California announces new screening tools for early reading difficulties

California's State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tony Thurmond, has communicated to local educational agencies the availability of four approved tools for screening reading difficulties in students from kindergarten through second grade.

By Golden State Today | Dec 17, 2024

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UC Davis doctor shares insights on athlete care and mentorship

By Golden State Today | Dec 17, 2024

A UC Davis physician, Dr. Marcia Faustin, has shared insights into her holistic approach to athlete care, emphasizing the importance of mental health and support systems. Dr. Faustin, a family and sports medicine physician and assistant clinical...

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California introduces bill protecting schools from ICE presence

By Golden State Today | Dec 17, 2024

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond is backing Senate Bill 48, a legislative proposal designed to prevent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from accessing California school campuses.

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UC Davis Chancellor highlights student-led community service initiatives

By Golden State Today | Dec 13, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, Chancellor Gary S. May of UC Davis reflects on the significance of service within the university community.

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UC Davis named greenest U.S. campus for ninth straight year

By Golden State Today | Dec 12, 2024

The University of California, Davis has been recognized as the "greenest" campus in the United States for the ninth consecutive year by the 2024 UI GreenMetric World University Rankings.

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UC Davis Health CEO David Lubarsky announces retirement effective February 2025

By Golden State Today | Dec 11, 2024

The University of California, Davis has announced the retirement of David Lubarsky, who has served as the vice chancellor of human health sciences and chief executive officer at UC Davis Health.

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UC Davis set to join Mountain West Conference by 2026

By Golden State Today | Dec 10, 2024

The University of California, Davis has announced its decision to join the Mountain West Conference starting July 1, 2026.

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UC Davis student completes degree after five-year delay

By Golden State Today | Dec 9, 2024

Emmanuel "Manny" Garcia Pereida, a UC Davis student from Oakland, will finally receive his Bachelor of Arts in Chicana/Chicano studies at the upcoming UC Davis Fall Commencement.

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UC Davis advances to FCS quarterfinals after win against Illinois State

By Golden State Today | Dec 9, 2024

UC Davis football team secured a decisive victory over Illinois State, winning 42-10, to advance to the quarterfinals of the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) playoffs.

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Tony Thurmond discusses efforts with Congress against abolishing U.S. Department of Education

By Golden State Today | Dec 4, 2024

California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond met with members of the California Democratic Congressional Delegation in Washington D.C. to discuss strategies to counter efforts aimed at abolishing the U.S. Department of...

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California names student delegates for 2025 U.S. Senate Youth Program

By Golden State Today | Dec 4, 2024

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond has announced the selection of two high school students to represent California in the 63rd annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP).

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UC Davis faces Illinois State in FCS playoff second round

By Golden State Today | Dec 3, 2024

The UC Davis football team is set to face Illinois State in the second round of the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision playoffs.

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UC Berkeley unveils 2024 holiday book guide featuring diverse topics

By Golden State Today | Dec 3, 2024

UC Berkeley's 2024 holiday gift guide highlights new books by its community members, offering a diverse range of subjects.

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Media veterans discuss election coverage challenges at UC Berkeley event

By Golden State Today | Nov 29, 2024

Marty Baron and Dean Baquet, former editors of the Washington Post and the New York Times respectively, shared insights on media coverage of the 2024 U.S. presidential election during a UC Berkeley Journalism event held on November 13.

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UC Davis welcomes nine new scholars to advance diversity in academia

By Golden State Today | Nov 26, 2024

UC Davis has inducted nine new faculty members into its CAMPOS and CAMPSSAH programs, continuing its commitment to diversity in academia.

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UC Berkeley delivers Thanksgiving meals despite rain

By Golden State Today | Nov 25, 2024

The 11th annual turkey drive organized by the University of California Police Department (UCPD) faced challenging weather conditions this year.

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Unitrans partners with Davis Food Co-op for 'Stuff the Bus' charity drive

By Golden State Today | Nov 25, 2024

Unitrans and the Davis Food Co-op are set to host the eighth annual "Stuff the Bus" event on Saturday, December 14, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will take place in the parking lot of the Davis Food Co-op at 620 G St. The collaboration...

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UC Davis football team secures highest-ever playoff seeding

By Golden State Today | Nov 25, 2024

The UC Davis football team concluded its regular season with a narrow 42-39 victory over Sacramento State, securing a spot in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) playoffs.