University News

This month we celebrated the grand opening of the Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation — a bold new hub for discovery and collaboration that will redefine research, teaching and outreach while driving breakthrough solutions for the future of food systems, sustainability and healthy communities.

The University of California, Davis, celebrated the grand opening of the Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation, a state-of-the-art facility designed to transform agricultural research, teaching and outreach while accelerating solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges in food systems and sustainability.

Frank Mitloehner, an air quality specialist, professor and director of the CLEAR Center, will be the new chair of the Department of Animal Science, which has the highest undergraduate enrollment in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. 

Dean Ashley M. Stokes called Mitloehner a distinguished member of the faculty who has had a significant impact in animal agriculture, environmental sustainability and public engagement. 

April has been a whirlwind of activity this month! We kicked off spring quarter with Aggie Day, where we welcomed thousands of admitted first years, transfers, families and supporters to campus. It is always so exciting to welcome our newly admitted students, learn about their interests, connect them with our faculty, staff and students, and encourage them to say yes to UC Davis – and our #1 ranked college! I also celebrated my first Picnic Day and was so inspired by all the hard work and dynamic presentations from our departments!

The UC Davis Olive Center is releasing a new olive oil that’s as meaningful as it is tasty. “Friends Blend” will be available for purchase starting this week and the community is invited to get a free taste during Picnic Day, a beloved campus event that will be held April 18.

Four faculty from the University of California, Davis, have been elected as Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, class of 2025. They are among nearly 500 scientists, engineers and other innovators that the society recognized this year for their scientifically and socially distinguished achievements.

Here are the new fellows, with their fellowship citations: 

Department of Entomology and Nematology, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

We have many things to celebrate this month—we maintained our No. 1 ranking in the nation for agriculture and forestry by Q.S. World Rankings. The “why” behind our No. 1 ranking is certainly the best part! I brag on our faculty, staff, students and partners each and every day. The true impact of our college is evident locally here in California and around the world!

The continued world leadership of the University of California, Davis, in the fields of veterinary science as well as agriculture and forestry was recognized in rankings released today (March 25).

UC Davis placed second in the world and first in the nation in both subjects in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. Quacquarelli Symonds, or QS, is considered one of the most influential international authorities on university rankings.

A glass of wine is often a conversation starter — whether it’s a date or a celebration, wine ranks as a popular beverage that has stood the test of time, lending an effortless elegance to any occasion.

But is wine good for your health?

On January 5, 1909, the University Farm School, which became UC Davis, officially opened with 18 students and a mission to provide hands-on training in agricultural science and farming. After 117 years, CA&ES continues its impactful teaching, research and extension mission, earning recognition as the nation’s top agricultural college and a global leader in the field.