Good morning, Davis.

The Arts and Humanities Graduate Exhibition opens tomorrow at the Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art in Davis, showcasing two years of graduate research in design, art and performance with award winners announced at the celebration (5:30 to 9 p.m.) and running through June 20.

At The California Aggie, Arts & Culture Editor Savannah Anno praised her volunteer copy editor friend Alyssa Crevoiserat in a reflective column that highlighted a year of art exhibitions, interviews and close collaboration on campus (underscoring an enduring creative spirit).

UC Davis will host undergraduate commencements on June 12, June 13, and June 14 with five celebrated faculty selected for their long service in teaching and research; each ceremony will feature a video message from Tony Tyson.

UC Davis announced multiple awards and honors in its Laurels column today.

The Office of Strategic Communications earned eight Communicator Awards; professor Ina Simonovska joined the Governor’s Council of Economic Advisors; professor Premkumar Devanbu was elected to Academia Europaea; and Gözde Göncü-Berk received the Jacquelyn Anderson Wellness Innovation Award.

Jason Pieck, UC Davis’ top graduating senior who blends engineering, clubs & music, will be honored with the University Medal at the commencement ceremony on June 14 at Golden 1 Center.

They will begin doctoral studies in robotics this fall to mentor students and advance research.

Yolo County Library is hosting its annual summer reading program for children, teens and adults to log their reading and earn prizes from now until Saturday, Aug.

15. The event renews a longstanding community tradition of encouraging reading.

Anthropologist Marisol de la Cadena, a professor at UC Davis in Anthropology + Science and Technology Studies, has been elected as a fellow of the prestigious American Academy of Arts and Sciences for her groundbreaking Indigenous studies research that challenges traditional ways of thinking.

On May 15, a juvenile black bear roamed West Village and nearby campus residences before leaving through the Student Farm area.

Wildlife professors said the bear likely separated from its mother + was searching for territory, a natural behavior in overlapping human and natural spaces.

Outgoing ASUCD President Amrita Julka discussed her term’s focus on student safety and the launch of a pilot free STI/HIV testing program during an interview on May 27.

She will leave office tomorrow — with incoming President Luis L. Garcia set to lead the student government.

UC Davis Athletics will join the Mountain West Conference effective July 1, with men’s soccer, women’s soccer and volleyball starting fall play while football stays in the Big Sky (other sports remain in their current leagues), a move that aims to boost TV coverage and exposure.

The Heeters and Boca Do Rio Pre-Fest Party

7-10 p.m. — Sudwerk Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic mix of soul, groove, funk, and jazz at a local pre-Davis Music Fest celebration.

Pilates in the Pollinator Garden

10-11 a.m. — The HIVE Tasting Room and Kitchen — Cost unknown — Enjoy a rejuvenating pilates class in nature and refresh with a glass of California wine after.

Bluegrass Jam Camp

1-5 p.m. — Watermelon Music — $300 — Learn real bluegrass jamming with hands-on classes and friendly teaching in a supportive environment.

Davis Water Polo Camp

9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Schaal Aquatics Center — $299 — Enhance your water polo skills with expert coaching on the picturesque UC Davis campus.

UC Davis Farmers Market

10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Super Owl Brewing — Varies by purchase — Explore local produce and unique offerings in a vibrant market setting.

Davis Craft & Vintage Fair

6-10 p.m. — Super Owl Brewing — Free entry — Explore unique local artisan crafts and vintage finds accompanied by live music.

UC Davis Farmers Market

10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Super Owl Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy fresh local produce and unique offerings from local vendors at this vibrant community market.