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Photo of copy of the Principles of Community, which read, in part: Principles of Community Statement The University of California, Davis, is first and foremost an institution of learning, teaching, research and public service. UC Davis reflects and is committed to serving the needs of a global society comprising all people and a multiplicity of identities. The university expects that every member of our community acknowledge, value, and practice the following guiding principles. We affirm the dignity inhe

CHANCELL-ING: Celebrating Our Core Principles

by Chancellor Gary S. May
February 03, 2025

Michael V. Drake.

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

by UC Office of the President
January 28, 2025

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

by Chancellor Gary S. May
January 17, 2025

Third Street between campus and downtown Davis

CHANCELL-ING: Collaboration for a More Sustainable World

by Chancellor Gary S. May
January 13, 2025

Student reads to young child

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

by Chancellor Gary S. May
December 13, 2024

Chancellor May and a student participate in a garden cleanup

Happy Holidays from Chancellor May

by Chancellor Gary S. May
December 10, 2024

Chancellor Gary S. May poses for photo with group of students at garden cleanup event.

CHANCELL-ING: Aggies Serving the Greater Good

by Chancellor Gary S. May
December 05, 2024

A student picks up a meal from a green food truck

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

by Chancellor Gary S. May
November 15, 2024

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

by UC Office of the President
November 06, 2024

A photograph of a painter working on a canvas while near the statue of the Eye on Mrak sculpture.

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

by Chancellor Gary S. May
November 05, 2024

A male student wearing a grey t-shirt and clear protective glasses operates machinery in a student workship, while a male student wearing a blue t-shirt and clear protective goggles stands to the right and looks onward at the machinery.

Checking In With Chancellor May: Celebrating Philanthropy’s Impact on our Students

by Chancellor Gary S. May
October 18, 2024

Many students crowd around employers and their banners at a career fair

CHANCELL-ING: The Gifts That Keep on Giving

by Chancellor Gary S. May
October 08, 2024

Photo of Michael V. Drake.

A Message From President Drake: Working Together Toward Inclusive Excellence

by News and Media Relations
October 02, 2024

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Chancellor Gary S. May in front of Mrak Hall.

Chancellor’s Fall Welcome: Looking Forward to the New Year

by Chancellor Gary S. May
September 23, 2024

Students celebrate at a commencement ceremony

CHANCELL-ING: Key Step Toward Equity, Student Success

by Chancellor Gary S. May
September 13, 2024

Group of people pose for photo in front of UC Davis Global Affairs backdrop while holding flags from various nations

Checking In With Chancellor May: Preparing Students for a World of Opportunity

by Chancellor Gary S. May
August 16, 2024

Confetti streamers fall down around graduates

CHANCELL-ING: Planting Roots in Davis After Graduation

by Chancellor Gary S. May
August 02, 2024

Gloria May and Chancellor Gary S. May.

CHANCELL-ING: In Memory of Mom, My Original Mentor

by Chancellor Gary S. May
July 08, 2024

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Statement From Chancellor Gary S. May on Encampment Status June 20

by UC Davis News & Media Relations
June 20, 2024

Students in graduation regalia

Checking In With Chancellor May: Empowering People and Communities

by Chancellor Gary S. May
June 14, 2024

Students at tables in front of colorful mural

CHANCELL-ING: Fulfilling the Promise of Brown v. Board of Education

by Chancellor Gary S. May
June 07, 2024

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Message Regarding Recent Disruptions to the Academic Mission

by UC Davis News and Media Relations
May 29, 2024

Students sitting in room in front of board displaying text: resume writing resources through the ICC.

Checking In With Chancellor May: Preparing Students for the Workforce of the Future

by Chancellor Gary S. May
May 17, 2024

People walk on Third Street in Davis

CHANCELL-ING: A Town-Gown Partnership Like No Other

by Chancellor Gary S. May and Davis Mayor Josh Chapman
May 09, 2024

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Statement From Chancellor Gary S. May on Encampment Set Up May 6

by UC Davis News & Media Relations
May 06, 2024

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