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CHANCELL-ING: Celebrating Our Core Principles

Cody Kitaura — February 03, 2025 - 9:26am

At UC Davis, we believe in the power of community. For 35 years, our Principles of Community have served as a guiding light, fostering an environment of mutual respect, inclusion and belonging. These values are more than words on a page — they are the foundation of our culture, shaping the way we learn, work and engage with one another.

UC President Michael V. Drake’s Message on Federal Funding Freeze

Cody Kitaura — January 28, 2025 - 2:53pm

The University of California Office of the President issued the following statement today (Jan. 28).

Updated Jan. 29: The Trump Administration has rescinded the memo freezing federal funds. UCOP will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates.

Checking In With Chancellor May: Setting the Standard for Campus Sustainability

Cody Kitaura — January 17, 2025 - 12:00pm

To the UC Davis Community:

As the new year begins, our commitment to sustainable practices remains at the heart of UC Davis’ DNA. Students, faculty and staff are all determined to make our campus environmentally friendly, now and in the future.

CHANCELL-ING: Collaboration for a More Sustainable World

Cody Kitaura — January 13, 2025 - 8:00am

Many of us often talk about the “Davis Difference.” I want to delve into that for my first column of the new year.

In a world grappling with increasing pressure to address environmental challenges, from pollution to climate change, the city of Davis and UC Davis partnership offers hope for a more sustainable future. One bike path, one bus ride and one recycling trip at a time, we’re building that future together.

Checking In With Chancellor May: Forging Connected Communities and a More Just World

Cody Kitaura — December 13, 2024 - 11:00am

To the UC Davis Community:

As we celebrate the holiday season, I am reminded of the powerful role service plays in our lives.

Service has been at the heart of UC Davis since its inception. As a land-grant university, we serve the people of California, the United States and the world. From the beginning, UC Davis was founded on the idea that education transforms the lives of our students while helping to create a better world.

Happy Holidays from Chancellor May

Cody Kitaura — December 10, 2024 - 9:00am

CHANCELL-ING: Aggies Serving the Greater Good

Cody Kitaura — December 05, 2024 - 12:03pm

One of my favorite parts of the holiday season is seeing our Aggies lend a helping hand around Davis. From assisting the city’s unhoused members to supporting food drives and being good stewards of our city’s land, giving back to the community is a hallmark of UC Davis.

Checking In With Chancellor May: At the Forefront of Feeding the World

Cody Kitaura — November 15, 2024 - 12:30pm

To the UC Davis Community:

No matter our background or belief systems, every human being deserves to have access to healthy and adequate food. This is one of the key Grand Challenges UC Davis is undertaking to create a healthier tomorrow. These are among the global “wicked problems” for which we seek solutions through a cross-disciplinary approach.

California’s Public Higher Education Leaders Reassure Communities After Presidential Election

Cody Kitaura — November 06, 2024 - 2:16pm

University of California President Michael V. Drake, California State University Chancellor Mildred García and California Community Colleges Chancellor Sonya Christian issued the following statement today (Nov. 6):

CHANCELL-ING: Investing in the Arts To Imagine a Brighter Future

Cody Kitaura — November 05, 2024 - 8:00am

If you’ve spent any time at UC Davis, you know the Egghead sculptures that dot our campus. Whether they’re gazing at the stars or giving students luck before important exams, the Eggheads are an indelible part of campus life.