Blockades by Occupy UC Davis protesters have led to speculation that U.S. Bank may leave the Memorial Union (MU) if protests persist. In the past week, protesters have blockaded the door to the bank eight times, according to a protester. These blockades have resulted in the early closure of the bank and involvement of campus […]

Had a New Year’s resolution but feel like it’s already losing steam? The fourth annual Mind Body Wellness Challenge, sponsored by the UC Davis Retiree Center, aims to re-motivate these individuals by inviting them to adopt a new healthy habit and keep it up for seven weeks. “The Challenge starts in late January because by […]

A first-year student (Student A) was referred to Student Judicial Affairs (SJA) for possibly collaborating with or giving assistance to another student during an exam (Student B). Specifically, during the exam the proctor noticed that Student B was copying from the person sitting next to her, namely Student A. However, the proctor was unsure if […]

“It’s like people only do things because they get paid, and that’s just really sad.” Fans of Wayne’s World, and just comedy in general, might fondly recall this ironic line by Dana Carvey while portraying a ‘90s nerd/hippie/hard rock fanatic dressed head to toe in exclusively Reebok gear. In the scene, network cable stars Garth […]

The first ever Davis Flea Market will be held Sunday in downtown. The E Street Plaza will host the new monthly market from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Davis residents can sell books, CDs, furniture, clothing, knick-knacks, toys, arts and crafts and electronics. There will also be live music.

Tonight the UC Haiti Initiative and ASUCD are holding an event in honor of the two-year anniversary of the earthquake in Haiti. Students are encouraged to attend and learn about rebuilding higher education in Haiti. Speakers will include professor and physician Dr. Douglas Gross, law school professor Holly Cooper and the 2011-12 Humprey’s Fellow Hughes […]

Teams: UC Davis vs. California, Seattle Pacific Records: Aggies, 1-4; Bears, 1-2; Falcons, 1-1 Where: The Pavilion When:  Friday at 7 p.m. Who to watch: Sophomore Madeline Kennedy set or tied career bests in three events at Sunday’s home meet. Her scores were good for second-place finishes on vault and floor and helped UC Davis […]

Iran is in a serious time-out, having just been sent to the proverbial oil sanction corner on Monday by Daddy and Mommy European Union. Iran’s punishment comes after growing threats that the country is increasing funding for an already sizable nuclear program. The language used in describing this world news story is really that of […]

Performance and video art is quickly becoming a prominent medium in the art world. By manipulating theater, comedy, singing and various other kinds of visual references, artists can create a unique dialogue in digital form that speaks in a way that no other classical medium like painting or printmaking can do. Kalup Linzy is one […]

Our brains are making a million decisions a minute, most of which we are only minimally aware of. But in order for us to function efficiently, our brains must also make decisions about what is most important at any particular moment. A study by UC Davis researchers has found that the brain determines importance based […]

MUSIC Sands, And And And & Death Songs Saturday, 8:30 p.m., $6 (all ages) Luigi’s, 213 E St. Luigi’s, which had its grand opening in Davis this month, opens its doors for all ages on Saturday night. KDVS DJ and Crossbill Record manager Michael Leahy organized the event, as Cool As Folk presents Sands, And […]

Davis Pedicab and Sudwerk collaborated to create the Pedi-Pints Club. People have to take the Davis Pedicab service to Sudwerk in order to receive discounts on beer. Sudwerk, located at 2001 Second Street, is part restaurant, part brewery, with the Davis Pedicab working solely with the brewery. The Pedi-Pints program operates from Thursday to Saturday, […]