Good morning, Davis.

The Davis Collection—redeveloped from the former University Mall—is adding over 100,000 sq ft of retail space with new national stores and dining options.

It held a ribbon-cutting event on Sept. 10 with live music and local speeches, and more businesses will open later this year.

The Davis Film Festival will take place on Sunday, Nov.

2 in Davis—its 17th year. Films from around the world will be shown to local movie fans.

UC Davis is offering several fall quarter performances that include a live shadowcast of Rocky Horror Picture Show—an interactive event with chants and stage challenges.

The Philharmonia Orchestra will perform at the Mondavi Center on Oct. 17 while the recurring Video Game Orchestra brings a digital twist with collectible gifts and themed music.

Many incoming Aggies prepared to move into campus housing this week and feel excitement and nervousness as they leave home for college life — some students say the change from small schools to a large campus feels daunting and they expect to adjust once classes begin.

UC Davis student writer Nevaeh Karraker explains how students can enter a flow state by fueling their bodies with healthy snacks and using creative methods to make studying fun — for example, by setting the room’s mood and rewarding progress.

She stresses that these tips must be balanced with proper rest to avoid burnout.

The student-run Pre-Health Conference will take place on October 18 on Hutchison Field—where over 3,000 aspiring healthcare professionals will join hands-on workshops and panels—organized entirely by UC Davis students.

A Bloomberg report indicates that UC Davis saw a 19% drop in first-time international student enrollment this year, and final figures are expected to show a 40% decline.

This decrease, driven mainly by stricter visa policies affecting Asian students, could force cuts to campus programs and impact Davis' local economy — placing additional fiscal strain on community resources.

The University of California, Davis was ranked third among public universities and 12th overall in the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse rankings released on Sept.

29th, with ratings—based on student outcomes, the learning environment and diversity—showing its strong track record for financial success.

Philharmonia Orchestra Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Mondavi Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Beethoven, Sibelius and a new commission by Ortiz with the acclaimed Philharmonia Orchestra.

Andie's Aggieathlon

7:15-11:15 a.m. — Schaal Aquatics Center — Entry Fee Required — Compete in a lively triathlon hosted by the UC Davis Triathlon Club, perfect for all skill levels.