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Improve your interpersonal skills

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major social and educational impact on students. With virtual learning platforms, social media, and technology, students are spending far more time in front of a screen and less time interacting in-person with others.

Class of ’68 gift welcomes all to campus

On April 22, 2022, the newest structure on campus was revealed: the Class of 1968 Gateway, a seven-foot high, 54-foot long metal sculpture fabricated from Corten Steel with a stainless steel UC Davis wordmark and the University seal.

UC Davis Medals for 2 Alumni Couples

UC Davis Medals will be presented this spring to two alumni couples — Jacque ’64 and Wayne Bartholomew ’64, JD ’71, and Pam Rohrich MS ’74, DVM ’83 and Karl Gerdes MS ’73, PhD ’84 — each pair having met as students and committing not only to each other but their alma mater.

The UC Davis Medal recognizes “extraordinary contributions that embody the campus’ Vision of Excellence.” Winners inspire and support the success of students, faculty, staff and alumni, and foster a bold and innovative spirit in teaching, research and public service.

Handshake 101: Using the UC Davis Career Services Platform

Handshake is the online platform the UC Davis Internship and Career Center (ICC) uses for students and alumni to connect with employers and find job or internship opportunities. As spring approaches, it is important for students to understand how they can utilize Handshake to make the most of their college experience. As a career advisor, I use Handshake every day to connect to students through appointments and workshops, as well as to learn a little more about students’ interests, skills, and experiences.

Parents Help Shape UC Davis on Give Day

Give Day, this year April 22-23, is UC Davis’ biggest fundraiser—and an opportunity for parents to make a maximum impact on the programs they care about! Make a gift, follow your favorite programs on social media and watch our leaderboards to see the donations roll in. You can also come to campus on Saturday and enjoy Picnic Day festivities, including a parade! Learn more at giveday.ucdavis.edu and picnicday.ucdavis.edu. Early gifts count on Give Day!