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Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, Davis. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Davis firefighters will hold the second Fill the Boot fundraiser at two local intersections Wednesday evening to ease a turkey basket funding shortfall—organizers hope donations will support the annual program. The Davis Enterprise
- ➤ Students at ASUCD Coffee House create a new monthly drink—developed through recipe tests and feedback—to serve at Swirlz Bakery and CoHo South Café. The drink follows seasonal trends and invites students to email feedback to manager Levi Menovske. The California Aggie
- ➤ Davis roads have seen near-misses as pedestrians face risky crossings with bikes and cars that sometimes ignore basic safety rules. Local columnist Sabrina Figueroa offers a guide with clear tips—stop at signs, avoid distractions, and use lights—to help residents navigate safely. The California Aggie
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KDVS 90.3FM radio station hosts at UC Davis spend hours each week choosing music that reflects their personal memories—helping Davis listeners connect through a shared love of sound. The student DJs create themed shows that introduce new music and foster dialogue. The California Aggie
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Itzel Villagran, a fourth-year UC Davis student in sustainable agriculture, launched her 'Comida y Comunidad' project at the Student Farm to teach Latin American cooking traditions by hosting a masa workshop—she plans additional free workshops to promote food and environmental justice in Davis. The California Aggie
- ➤ Miguel Craven, a first-year energy systems master’s student at Davis, was named as student regent-designate for the UC Board of Regents to represent over 280,000 students. He will shadow the current student regent and serve a two-year term—working to address housing inequity and expand access to education. The California Aggie
- ➤ Many UC Davis students read romance novels this fall for a cozy escape during busy school schedules—Ariel Park, a third-year psychology major, said the books show ways to balance work and relationships. An English professor noted that while some titles face criticism for unhealthy portrayals, romance novels help readers understand empathy and care. The California Aggie
- ➤ At the Oct. 23 ASUCD Senate meeting, student leaders including President Amrita Julka urged senators to review legislation more closely as all bills were passed with minimal discussion over several meetings. The meeting confirmed new officials and saw support for a labor resolution while Senate Pro Tempore Luis Garcia explained that some senators were still learning the process & working behind the scenes. The California Aggie
- ➤ At UC Davis, teaching assistants lead discussions and handle much of the teaching in general education courses — they adjust methods amid budget cuts and new challenges like AI while growing as educators. The California Aggie
- ➤ At UC Davis, language courses help students gain cultural insights and improve their language skills as they complete at least 15 units from 14 offered languages. Faculty note that while enrollment in non-English courses dropped 16.6% between fall 2016 and fall 2021, these classes continue to open new opportunities (including Spanish and Persian) for cultural engagement. The California Aggie
- ➤ A proposal calls on UC Davis to plant more insect-pollinated fruit trees near student areas to reduce pollen and provide free produce—helping lower grocery costs and offering botany hands-on research opportunities. The plan aims to improve food access and lessen allergy issues on campus. The California Aggie
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Captain Wyatt Moore said the UC Davis club hockey team grew from 11 to 45 members and now aims for an undefeated run this season — the team will play Santa Clara State on Nov. 8 at Vacaville Ice Sports Center. The California Aggie
- ➤ UC Davis Athletics partnered with the Tahoe Environmental Research Center to unveil new Lake Tahoe-themed jerseys that use a bold aqua color and a lake outline with the Athletics logo. The jerseys will be featured in scheduled ticketed games while the campaign increased TERC’s website visitors by 1,000 and boosted social media engagement by 400% following a SportsCenter feature. The California Aggie
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Object-Oriented Programming in C# Training Class
5 Days — Safety Training Seminars — $2250 — Dive into comprehensive C# programming with a focus on object-oriented concepts and practical applications.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
7:30-9:30 p.m. — UC Davis Health Pavilion — Ticketed event — Experience the classic tale and songs of White Christmas in a vibrant live production that adds holiday cheer to the season.
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Holiday Magic Concert
2-4 p.m. — Richard Brunelle Performance Hall — Tickets available — Enjoy an afternoon of your favorite holiday songs in A Capella style with Voices of California.
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