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August 28, 2008

3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Hot Tips on Searching the AnimSci/VetMed/Wildlife Biol Literature

Learn about the most effective search techniques in animal-related literature databases and other library resources such as e-book collections. Potential Subject Guides to be covered are: Animal Sciences, Entomology, Fisheries and Aquaculture, and Marine Biology. Database searching strategies ...

August 31, 2008

10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Arboretum Tour: Color and Foliage in the Garden

Why are some gardens delightful wherever you look, while others, with the same plants, seem much less appealing? There's a lot more to gardening then just sticking plants in the ground! The combination and arrangement of color, form and texture make the difference. Learn about the use of color and ...

September 3, 2008

10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Environmental Metabolomics: Is It Living up to Expectations?

September 4, 2008

12 p.m. - 1 p.m. Primary Health Care and Reproductive Health in Iran

Former Iranian Deputy Minister for Research and Technology, winner of the 2007 UN Population Award

September 5, 2008

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Hot Tips on Searching the Biological Literature

Learn about the most effective search techniques in biological literature databases including BIOSIS Previews and PubMed. Database searching strategies covered include: topic/keyword, title and author searching; using the wildcard and limits; and using the thesaurus/MeSH terms, and search history ...

September 6, 2008

7:25 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. 9th Annual Advances in Oncology

Lectures and panel discussions will update health-care providers about recent advances in oncologic therapy and research that would be of benefit to patients in the Northern California region through referring physician partnerships with UC Davis resources. This course is designed for physicians, ...

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Ninth Annual Advances in Oncology

Lectures and panel discussions will update health-care providers about recent advances in oncologic therapy and research that would be of benefit to patients in the Northern California region through referring physician partnerships with UC Davis resources. This course is designed for physicians, ...

September 8, 2008

10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Author Reading: Robert Leighton

Dr. Leighton, who is a professor emeritus in the School of Veterinary Medicine, will share stories from his new book "Dog Stories for Spencer." Leighton, 92, wrote the stories for his grandson. The book's illustrations are designed for children to color in themselves. Books will be available for ...

September 10, 2008

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. CANCELED: "The Center Cannot Hold: My Journey Through Madness"

This UC Davis Psychiatry Community Lecture has been canceled, due to a conflict in the speasker's schedule.

September 11, 2008

4:10 p.m. - 5 p.m. Attempts to Observe Membrane Proteins in Their Native Environment

Major Issues in Modern Biology Lecture Seminar

September 12, 2008

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Hot Tips on Searching the Agricultural Literature

September 13, 2008

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. General Surgery 2008 Update: 30th Annual Postgraduate Course

This course is designed to provide general surgeons with a clinical update on surgical problems and to present new areas with which they may wish to become more familiar.

September 14, 2008

1 p.m. - 3 p.m. NARSAD's Healthy Minds Across America

Prominent scientists discussing the current state of mental health research, important new developments, and what the future holds for neuroscientific research.

September 16, 2008

11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Author Reading: Ted Puntillo

Ted Puntillo will read his book "The Toads of Davis." Hop over to the center to learn more about the toads of Davis. Books will be available for $10.

September 18, 2008

12 p.m. - 1 p.m. ASAP Presents: UC Davis Cancer Survivors Group

Each year, the Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP) provides cost free support groups to the UC Davis community. These groups are open to all UC Davis employees, including faculty and staff. Typically, support groups are eight weeks; however, a unique opportunity is available to join an ...

7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The Gift of Where We Live

A one act play highlighting recreation and exploration in our backyard.

September 24, 2008

8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Annual Colloquium

All are invited to join us for speaker presentations and a poster contest. Lunch will be provided.

September 27, 2008

4:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Growing Our Food

The UC Davis Good Life Garden announces its inaugural 2008 event: Growing Our Food, featuring special guest speaker David Howard, recently-retired head gardener to the prince of Wales.

In an era of growing interest in locally-sourced food and home gardening, The Good Life Garden presents ...

October 5, 2008

12:05 p.m. - 9 p.m. Davis Neighbors' Night Out

Davis Neighbors' Night Out is a celebration of our community. The event is an informal opportunity for neighborhoods to increase familiarity and communication among new and old neighbors by way of a block party. To find the party in your neighborhood, visit http://www.city.davis....

October 10, 2008

10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science Grand Opening

10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Shields Library Tours

2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Academic Showcase -- Classes Without Quizzes

Come hear our distinguished faculty and alumni experts speak on topics ranging from the arts to wine and food to healthcare and history.

4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Celebration and ...

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4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. College of Biological Sciences Centennial Reception and Open House

4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. School of Education Fall Festival and Open House

4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. College of Letters and Science Centennial Celebration and Open House

4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Retiree and Emeriti Associations Celebration

7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Pajamarino and Bonfire

On December 6, 1912, when UC Davis was still the "Farm School," students snuck out of their dorms in the dead of night to hold the first "pajama rally" at the Davis train station. By 1915, this annual tradition of pajama-clad students welcoming alumni back to Davis for Homecoming weekend had become ...

8 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Jeffrey Toobin: One Hundred Years -- A Look Inside the Supreme Court

Jeffrey Toobin, CNN senior legal analyst and a staff writer for The New Yorker will examine the last 100 years of the Supreme Court -- a lecture he is uniquely qualified to give. "The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court," Toobin's bestseller is a behind-the-scenes look at the most ...

October 11, 2008

7 a.m. - 12 p.m. UC Davis Health System HeartBeat Run and Health Fair

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Academic Showcase -- Classes Without Quizzes

Come hear our distinguished faculty and alumni experts speak on topics ranging from the arts to wine and food to healthcare and history.

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Golden Society Brunch

Inviting the classes of 1959 and prior to attend the Golden Society reunion. Reconnect with fond friends and memories, and catch up with exciting new developments at UC Davis. Come and enjoy a wonderful brunch filled with former classmates and many memories.

6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Homecoming Football Game vs. Southern Utah

Under the lights at Aggie Stadium vs. Southern Utah -- GO AGS!

October 12, 2008

8 a.m. - 12 p.m. "Run For Your Lives" 5 and 10K Run/Walk

Our health as individuals is inextricably tied to the health of our environment. To educate the public about the importance of heart health to our body's well being and the importance of trees to the well-being of our environment UC Davis presents Run for Your Lives -- a 5K and 10K run/walk to ...

12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Celebrate UC Davis!

A birthday party thrown by the Davis Chamber of Commerce and the City of Davis to honor their century-long relationships with the campus.

October 13, 2008

12 p.m. - 1 p.m. Griffin Lounge Veterans Memorial Rededication

12 p.m. - 1 p.m. Staff Assembly Fall Meeting

Staff Assembly is dedicated to promoting the welfare, interests and diversity of UC Davis staff. Attend the fall meeting to learn about its programs and activities.

October 14, 2008

12 noon "What We Do and Why We Do It: A Roundtable Discussion on 100 Years of ...

To commemorate the UC Davis Centennial, the 40th Anniversary of the UC Davis Art History MA Program and the planning of the Graduate Group in the History and Critical Theory of Research.

October 15, 2008

8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sale of the Century

There will be 25 percent off clothing and gifts 20 percent off general books, and special discounts on technical books.

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Chamber Day on the Quad

Over 100 local businesses host booths to introduce themselves to students and the campus community.

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. East Quad Farmer's Market

Visit the on-campus farmers market, established to give UC Davis students, faculty and staff easy access to fresh local produce

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Activities Faire

Explore more than 150 student organizations, ASUCD activities, sports clubs and campus departments. Exhibits, club sign-ups, demonstrations, entertainment, information and more.

12 p.m. - 1 p.m. Centennial Walk Unveiling

The central walk through the historic Quad gets a facelift.

1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Education Abroad Center Open House

The Education Abroad Center offers hundreds of opportunities for students to study abroad. Students from all majors, classes, and budgets are invited to stop by and chat with our friendly student and professional staff. Make the world your classroom!

1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Services for International Students and Scholars Open House

SISS serves over 4,000 international students, faculty, and researchers and their accompanying family members who come to UC Davis each year. The mission of SISS is to help promote the internationalization of the University of California, Davis, by facilitating the integration of international ...

October 16, 2008

12 p.m. - 1 p.m. ASAP Presents: UC Davis Cancer Survivors Group

Each year, the Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP) provides cost free support groups to the UC Davis community. These groups are open to all UC Davis employees, including faculty and staff. Typically, support groups are eight weeks; however, a unique opportunity is available to join an ...

7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The Changing Fall with Native Plants

Part of a series highlighting nature, art and culture in our community.

November 20, 2008

12 p.m. - 1 p.m. ASAP Presents: UC Davis Cancer Survivors Group

Each year, the Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP) provides cost free support groups to the UC Davis community. These groups are open to all UC Davis employees, including faculty and staff. Typically, support groups are eight weeks; however, a unique opportunity is available to join an ...

December 18, 2008

12 p.m. - 1 p.m. ASAP Presents: UC Davis Cancer Survivors Group

Each year, the Academic and Staff Assistance Program (ASAP) provides cost free support groups to the UC Davis community. These groups are open to all UC Davis employees, including faculty and staff. Typically, support groups are eight weeks; however, a unique opportunity is available to join an ...


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