University of California, Davis
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| Motto | Let there be light |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1905 |
| Endowment | $1.3 billion (2021) |
| Chancellor | Gary S. May |
| Students | 39,152 (Fall 2020) |
| Undergraduates | 30,982 (Fall 2020) |
| Postgraduates | 8,170 (Fall 2020) |
| Location | , , |
| Campus | College town, 7,309 acres (2,957 ha) |
| Colors | Aggie Blue and Aggie Gold |
| Nickname | Aggies |
| Affiliations | University of California |
| Mascot | Gunrock the Mustang |
| Website | ucdavis.edu |
The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is a public university and land-grant university located in Davis, California. It is part of the University of California system and is known for its programs in agriculture, veterinary medicine, biological sciences, and engineering.
History[edit | edit source]
UC Davis was established in 1905 as the University Farm, an extension of UC Berkeley. It became a general campus of the University of California system in 1959. The campus has grown significantly over the years and now encompasses 7,309 acres, making it the largest campus in the UC system by land area.
Academics[edit | edit source]
UC Davis offers over 100 undergraduate majors and 90 graduate programs. The university is organized into four colleges and six professional schools:
- College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
- College of Biological Sciences
- College of Engineering
- College of Letters and Science
- School of Education
- School of Law
- School of Medicine
- School of Veterinary Medicine
- Graduate School of Management
- Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing
Research[edit | edit source]
UC Davis is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". The university is known for its research in agriculture, environmental science, biotechnology, and veterinary medicine. It operates several research centers and institutes, including the UC Davis Medical Center and the California National Primate Research Center.
Campus[edit | edit source]
The UC Davis campus is located in the city of Davis, about 15 miles west of Sacramento. The campus features a mix of modern and historic buildings, extensive green spaces, and a variety of facilities for students, including the UC Davis Arboretum and the Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts.
Student Life[edit | edit source]
UC Davis has a vibrant student life with over 800 student organizations, including academic clubs, cultural groups, and recreational sports teams. The university's athletic teams, known as the UC Davis Aggies, compete in the NCAA Division I as part of the Big West Conference.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
UC Davis has produced many notable alumni, including:
- Ann Veneman, former United States Secretary of Agriculture
- Hasan Minhaj, comedian and television host
- Ken O'Brien, former NFL quarterback
- Martin Yan, chef and television host
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- University of California
- UC Davis Aggies
- UC Davis Medical Center
- Davis, California
- University of California, Berkeley
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