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Daily Archives - May 7, 2012

May 7 2012 Archives

Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve serves as outdoor classroom

FeaturesMay 7, 2012
The responsibilities of being a UC Davis student can sometimes interfere with that nostalgic urge to just get outside and connect with nature. A common compromise could be taking a stroll through the Arboretum. Multi-tasking by taking in the spring bloom and possibly making some progress on an assignment. But there is another place not […]

University releases proposed action items in response to Reynoso Report

Campus NewsMay 7, 2012
In response to the Cruz Reynoso Task Force Report that investigated the November 18 pepper spraying of student demonstrators, the University has released a series of proposed action items to improve campus protest management and administrative communication. The investigation was requested by Chancellor Linda P.B. Katehi and was headed by Former California Supreme Court Associate […]

Column: Registration for muggle quidditch tournament now open

FeaturesMay 7, 2012
Muggles hoping to “fly” in Harry, Ron and Hermione’s shoes are cordially invited to participate in UC Davis’ first Muggle Quidditch Tournament, to be held May 19 to 20. From today at 10 a.m. through Friday at 5 p.m., first-years can register for the intramural (IM) tournament, based on the game featured in the Harry […]

Republican presidential candidate stops by UC Davis

Campus NewsMay 7, 2012
Thousands packed the Quad last Thursday evening to attend the campaign rally of Dr. Ron Paul (R- Texas) where he spoke about the “fight for liberty.” The republican presidential candidate’s emphasis throughout the night was promoting liberty and reducing the power of the government. ”We really need a revolution because we are not moving in […]

ASUCD scholarship applications due by May 8

Campus NewsMay 7, 2012
ASUCD’s newest scholarship aims at trying to alleviate financial burdens that nearly every undergraduate student experiences. The scholarship consists of four $500 scholarships and three $1,000 scholarships and is given out during Fall and Spring Quarter. Eligibility for the scholarships consists of being in good academic standing (at least a 2.0 GPA), having no current […]

UC Davis student to represent California at the Democratic National Convention

City NewsMay 7, 2012
On April 29 the Democratic National Convention Caucus for the 3rd Congressional District was held in Fairfield, California. The 2012 Democratic National Convention will be held in Charlotte, North Carolina this upcoming September. The ballot consisted of eight candidates ––  all males of different backgrounds. In this district, males and females run in separate elections […]

Q & A: Anthony Palmere

Campus NewsMay 7, 2012
The Aggie: What does the position of general manager entail? Palmere: “The General Manager is the career staff person responsible for Unitrans.  Because so many of Unitrans essential functions are performed by students under the supervision of student managers, much of what the General Manager (GM) does is related to providing direction, advice and mentoring […]

Column: Hole new outlook

GolfMay 7, 2012
I have to admit something. Since the beginning of the year I have been guilty of severely underestimating the UC Davis men’s golf team. When I first spoke to Head Coach Cy Williams in September to preview the upcoming season, I entered the interview skeptical of the team’s outlook without 2010-11’s standout Austin Graham. Then […]

Dining in Davis: Our House Restaurant and Lounge

FeaturesMay 7, 2012
In Review: Our House Restaurant and Lounge 808 2nd St. Hours: Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to late Saturday through Sunday 4:30 p.m. to late Food: *** Ambiance: **** Cost: $$ Key Food and ambiance quality **** I’m dining here every day *** Almost like eating at home ** Better than my roommate’s cooking * […]

Aggies top Tigers

SoftballMay 7, 2012
In the biggest series of the season, the Aggies, who came in to the three-game battle just one game behind first place teams Long Beach State and Pacific, seized two crucial victories against the Tigers to temporarily grab first place in the Big West Conference. The weekend series win in Stockton was marked by strong […]

Senate Briefs

Campus NewsMay 7, 2012
This ASUCD Senate meeting was scheduled to begin Thursday at 5:15 p.m. Times listed are according to the clock at the May 3, 2012 meeting location, the Mee Room in the MU. The ASUCD president is not required to attend senate meetings. Meeting called to order at 5:17 p.m. Rebecca Sterling, ASUCD president, present, arrived […]

Column: The Bronze Supremacy

OpinionMay 7, 2012
I have an enemy. It is an old enemy, and like any great adversaries, we cannot seem to do without each other. Like the Joker to my Batman, I know this enemy will forever taunt me, and that nothing but one of our deaths will end our fearful standoff. Who is this enemy? If you […]