Good morning, Davis.

On Saturday, October 11, about 50 Davis residents marched at the Farmers Market to mark two years of the Gaza conflict—carrying photos of children killed by airstrikes and reading victims’ names—calling for accountability and lasting peace in Palestine.

Seasonal color analysis is a method that helps people pick colors that suit their skin, hair and eyes by grouping them into types like warm spring and cool winter.

Many students use this approach to choose clothes and makeup—letting them mix styles while keeping things simple.

The ASUCD Entertainment Council hosted Sunset Fest at UC Davis Health Stadium on Oct.

4 — a free concert for undergraduates that featured headliners Lyn Lapid and Blxst along with student performers and drew over 5,000 in attendance. The event included food vendors and photo spots to welcome students back to campus.

UC Davis students balance class, work, and free time with creative outlets—music, reading, and crafting—that help them relax amid busy schedules.

Many find that art supports their emotional well-being and sparks personal creativity.

Students at UC Davis say the art programs help them learn and share ideas in small classes and friendly gallery spaces — a blend of classroom study and real-world art experience.

The campus and the city work together to provide hands-on opportunities that prepare students for art careers — fostering a strong creative community.

The UC Davis Gorman Museum of Native American Art presents a solo exhibition of Rick Bartow's work from 1979 to 2015 — the show is free and runs through January 18.

An Artist Talk with Charles Froelick is scheduled for Oct. 18 and a Native Arts Market will be held Nov. 9 adjacent to the museum.

A UC Davis team has partnered with Proteus Space to launch a satellite carrying the first digital twin of a battery that uses machine learning to predict performance issues in orbit.

The payload passed space tests and will launch in November from Vandenberg Space Force Base—its success may lead to better battery management—and help extend satellite life.

UC Davis tied for number 9 in the U.S. News and World Report rankings released on Sept.

23, marking its fifth consecutive year in the top 10 among public universities. The WSJ/College Pulse rankings released on Sept. 29 placed the school second for graduate career preparation—highlighting its strong student outcomes.

Cooler air and less sunshine in Davis can make it harder to sleep well because our body clocks get thrown off.

A UC Davis professor is studying flies to learn how light and temperature affect sleep so that better treatments for sleep problems can be made.

A multi-institution research team led by Virginia Tech and including UC Davis received a federal contract for up to $40 million to develop a smart building system that uses biosensors to monitor and improve indoor air quality.

The project, called BRAVE—designed to cut respiratory illnesses by 25 percent—will first test the system in daycare centers before expanding to offices, classrooms, and other public spaces.

The UC Davis Aggies hosted Weber State on Sept.

27 and won 34-12 to improve to a 3-1 start. The win was fueled by key plays from quarterback Caden Pinnick and receiver Samuel Gbatu Jr.

On Sept. 28, the Marya Welch Tennis Center hosted its 17th Aggie Pro-Am tennis tournament where over 120 alumni, sponsors and fans joined doubles matches with pro and amateur players to raise funds for both teams.

The event began with an 8 a.m. check-in, featured a lunch and raffle—donations that helped pay for equipment, uniforms and facility improvements for the upcoming season.

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.

12th Annual One Health Symposium

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — University of California, Davis — Admission includes meals and ice cream social — Engage in discussions and activities centered around resilience in One Health.

Itzhak Perlman Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Mondavi Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the virtuosic Klezmer music performance by one of the world's greatest violinists.