Blackpages 2016

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THE AFRICAN AND AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT EXPERIENCE 1

African Diaspora: The term “African diaspora” was developed in the 1990’s and entered common usage in the 2000’s. “Diaspora” refers to people around the world whose descent can be traced from one specific geographical location. “African diaspora” is attributed to all the people of African descent from around the world; they identify as Black, African American or African.

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Welcome

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ABOUT THE BOOK

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Student Life

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Cultural Programs and Events

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Student Organizations

Welcome to The Black Pages! Written by and for UC Davis students, this guide will help you explore the African and African American community on campus. The Black Pages will provide you with culturally relevant resources, information on student organizations and academic support, and even advice from student leaders to help you succeed in all aspects at Davis.

11 On Campus

6 Greek Life 8 Student Athletes 9 NCAA Teams / Sport Clubs / Intramural Sports 10 Things to Do

12 Off Campus 14 Campus Community Resources 17 Support Services and Campus Safety 18 Faculty and Staff

African-American and African Studies 21 Thank You

WELCOME TO YOUR COMMUNITY

WALTER ROBINSON

MILTON LANG, ED.D.

Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management Student Affairs

Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Life, Campus Community and Retention Services Student Affairs Congratulations on your decision to be a part of our Aggie Family! On behalf of the faculty, staff and our students, I want to welcome you to the University of California, Davis. I joined UC Davis in August of 2013, and I can say that becoming an Aggie has been one of the best decisions of my life. I am sure you will feel the same.

You should be proud of your accomplishments; getting to UC Davis is not an easy triumph. As the associate vice chancellor for Student Life, Campus Community and Retention Services, I am happy to support your undergraduate experience of achieving your higher education goals and career aspirations. UC Davis is dedicated to creating supportive structures that will serve in your journey toward intellectual and collective success, and we look forward to working with you to do exactly that.

Within The Black Pages, you will find information on how you can become engaged while on campus and how to stay connected to your cultural community. You will also find many opportunities to do research in your field, learn to express yourself in the creative arts or take part in programs or a campus leadership position that you feel will enhance your curricular and co-curricular experience.

In 2015, the new Center for African Diaspora Student Success was opened. The space creates a synergy and collaboration and is a great place to study and get connected. The center is located at 270 South Silo. Please be sure to stop by soon and enjoy your new home away from home.

Here at UC Davis, you will find faculty, staff and students who are deeply invested in your success, personal development and overall involvement. As you navigate through your journey, always know that we stand ready to support you in ways that will maximize your UC Davis educational experience.

You have invested years of hard work and energy toward preparing for college, and you have earned your seat in the UC Davis fall 2016 incoming class. I am excited to welcome you to campus and look forward to the positive contributions you will make to the intellectual, social and cultural vitality of the UC Davis student body. UC Davis is more than just a world-class research university; it is an active, diverse community—a place where you can connect, engage and thrive. It is a place where you can both challenge yourself and be yourself. The Black Pages is your guide to the wide array of activities and resources our campus has to offer you. Read it, use it, get involved!

I would like to offer you some valuable pieces of advice that I am sure you will find helpful as a student at this great university: • Connect with community and have a sense of ownership.

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Move forward in this journey with the courage to compete.

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Use campus resources and get to know your professors.

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Dedicate yourself to excellence and never settle for less than what you expect and deserve.

I hope to see you on campus soon. Please don’t hesitate to stop by my office, call or email anytime.

I wish you well in your journey at UC Davis, and please let us know how we can assist you in maximizing your undergraduate experience. Welcome to our Aggie family!

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STUDENT LIFE Students here at UC Davis are involved in a variety of activities. Whether it be with sports, academics or organizations, your involvement will help you explore your interests, make connections and develop your passions while enhancing your overall college experience.

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CULTURAL PROGRAMS AND EVENTS Fall Quarter BLACK FALL WELCOME ucdavis.edu/admissions/undergraduate/ community/african-american-student-resources Black Fall Welcome opens the academic year to welcome all incoming freshman and transfer students to the Black community. Students meet staff, faculty and other incoming students, and learn about resources to help them succeed at UC Davis.

BLACK LEADERSHIP RETREAT ucdavis.edu/admissions/undergraduate/ community/african-american-student-resources This three-day, two-night trip is an amazing opportunity to build relationships in the Black community and see the beautiful scenery outside of Davis. Students participate in activities that build and enhance valuable leadership skills.

STUDENT OF COLOR CONFERENCE ucsa.org/student-of-color-conference The Student of Color Conference (SOCC) is the largest and oldest conference hosted by the University of California Student Association. Every fall quarter this conference provides a safe space for students of color and allies to discuss and explore issues of inequality.

This dialogue promotes activism and the cultivation of a community determined to make a difference in our society.

Winter Quarter

Spring Quarter

THE AFRIKAN BLACK COALITION

BLACK FAMILY DAY

afrikanblackcoalition.org The Afrikan Black Coalition (ABC) comprises students of Afrikan descent from the nine University of California undergraduate campuses. The coalition was created by students who felt that many of the issues they were facing on their campus were shared by students at all UC campuses. ABC works to provide a stable support network through outreach, conferences and collective action.

BLACK CONVOCATION ucdavis.edu/admissions/undergraduate/ community/african-american-student-resources Held annually, Black Convocation nurtures the social and personal development of UC Davis students of African descent and fosters scholars to achieve academic excellence and success within the context of our global society. Students who attend Black Convocations are connected to a supportive network of faculty, staff, alumni and other campus resources that will aid in their success.

BLACK FAMILY WEEK ccc.ucdavis.edu/africandiaspora.html Held in February, Black Family Week is packed with educational events and entertainment focused on celebrating the African diaspora. One signature event students can participate in during the week is Soul Speaks, where they can showcase their creativity and identity through dance, music, spoken word and art.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

ccc.ucdavis.edu/africanDiaspora.html Black Family Day brings together students, alumni, family and friends to celebrate the diversity and historical, social and educational achievements of the UC Davis African diaspora. This is a fun, family-friendly event featuring live entertainment, food, arts, crafts and much more.

BLACK GRADUATION CELEBRATION ucdavis.edu/admissions/undergraduate/ community/african-american-student-resources Black Graduation Celebration is the final cultural event of the year. It shines a light on the academic achievement of Black undergraduate and graduate students. Students can invite as many family members and friends as they want.

BLAQOUT CONFERENCE blaqoutucr.blogspot.com The BlaqOUT Conference is held every spring quarter at UC Riverside to discuss the intersectional identity of Black and queer. The LGBTQIA Resource Center and African Diaspora Cultivating Education (ACE) work together to organize this conference with other schools.

NIGERIAN STUDENT COALITION CONFERENCE The Nigerian Student Coalition Conference is hosted by the Nigerian Student Association and is held at UC Davis in the spring.

ucdavis.edu/admissions/undergraduate/ community/african-american-student-resources Throughout February, information about the African American experience is shared to illuminate our history and accomplishments despite the adversities we overcame.

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Back to Black facebook.com/wearebacktoblack Back to Black is a student-run social enterprise that aims to tackle social problems, improve communities, people’s life choices or environment. Back to Black aims to improve the state of blackness (university focused) and promote black consciousness on a global scale by facilitating the necessary discussion of race with no respect to the status quo.

Black Campus Ministries facebook.com/groups/212556435423970 Black Campus Ministries is an ethnic-specific ministry of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. The program focuses on developing African American students as Christian leaders in church and society by raising the vision of student ministry in African American churches.

Black Community of Science This organization strives to build community and allies among Black students and faculty, particularly in the field of biological sciences. The Black Community of Science brings together Black students for networking, encouragement and support throughout their journey in biological sciences at UC Davis.

Black Engineers Association

Habesha Student Association

beaucdnsbe.weebly.com

facebook.com/groups/427342337333194

The mission of the Black Engineers Association is to be inclusive, expand upon ideas of Black community, positively impact the community and increase the number of culturally responsible Black students who excel academically and succeed professionally.

The Habesha Student Association works to unite Habesha students on campus, to provide a welcoming space for community members and to raise awareness of Habesha culture and history on campus.

BlaqOUT BlaqOUT is a UC Davis student organization that promotes awareness of, creates a safe space for and celebrates the lives of LGBTQIA individuals of African or African American descent.

Black Pre-Law Student Association facebook.com/bplsaucdavis The Black Pre-Law Student Association (BPLSA) cultivates confidence, knowledge, skill and passion for law and all things that pertain to law among undergraduate students at UC Davis, while aiming to support the pre-law students in all their endeavors. BPLSA simultaneously encourages law school preparedness and general legal knowledge, with frequent LSAT practices, law school visits, law student panels, mentorship opportunities and much more.

Black Student Union bsuucd.weebly.com The Black Student Union (BSU) serves as a home for the African diaspora at UC Davis, enhancing self-identity while respecting diversity within the group. The BSU is a support and networking group that collaborates with other organizations, faculty and staff.

Eritrean Student Association The Eritrean Student Association promotes and educates the campus community on Eritrean culture by organizing cultural shows, workshops and opportunities for social events.

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Imani Clinic The Imani Clinic is dedicated to improving outcomes— medical, academic and social—among members of the African American community in Sacramento. The clinic also provides student interns with the opportunity to experience health-care delivery firsthand.

Faces of African Muslim Students at UC Davis orgsync.com/85901/chapter The Faces of African Muslim Students’ purpose is to promote discussion of African and African American contributions to Islam and of the comprehensive history of Muslim Africans in the United States. It aims to bring to light the divisions that exist within the Muslim community and between the African and African American communities, with the goal of making events and information accessible to and inclusive of people of all backgrounds on the university campus.

Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students mapsatucd.com The Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students helps underrepresented students matriculate into medical school to increase the number of clinically excellent, culturally competent and socially conscious physicians.

Mixed Student Union

Nigerian Student Dance Group

The Mixed Student Union (MSU) is devoted to the mixed race, multiethnic and trans-racial adoptee community.

MSU provides a fun, safe and comfortable environment for people of mixed heritage and interested students to collaborate with other UC Davis ethnic student organizations to promote mixed-heritage awareness.

This dance group seeks to influence and impact the UC Davis community through African dancing, while honoring Nigerian traditions and giving back to African countries.

Nigerian Student Association The Nigerian Student Association brings together Nigerian students as a unified community and creates awareness of Nigerian culture on the UC Davis campus and beyond. The rich Nigerian culture is promoted through social activities to provide a first-year orientation for Nigerian students.

Pan African Student Organization The Pan African Student Organization benefits all students of African descent, especially those students who have a keen interest in the African diaspora and want to connect with students from the African continent. We organize social, educational and cultural functions for our members and the community.

These are campus resources to help you connect with fellow Aggies.

Associated Students University of California, Davis asucd.ucdavis.edu Associated Students University of California, Davis (ASUCD) is the official student government of UC Davis. ASUCD is primarily student managed and staffed, employing upwards of 1,500 students. ASUCD offers opportunities to engage in leadership activities that range from student advocacy, management and finance to event planning.

Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life osfl.ucdavis.edu UC Davis offers nearly 80 active fraternities and sororities that provide academic support.

By joining a sorority or fraternity, students can be a part of dynamic social networks that extend beyond university years.

Center for Student Involvement csi.ucdavis.edu At the Center for Student Involvement, students can connect with the 700+ student organizations and clubs on campus.

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GREEK LIFE Want to “Go Greek?”

Fraternities and sororities are a great way to join established brotherhoods and sisterhoods. Some organizations require sign-ups online before the quarter starts, and others have recruitment events during rush week at the start of the quarter. Visit ofsl.ucdavis.edu to learn more about UC Davis’ Greek organizations and how you can connect.

NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) brings together historically African American sororities and fraternities representing chapters of the Divine Nine.

AFRICAN AMERICAN INTEREST FRATERNITIES • Phi Beta Sigma AFRICAN AMERICAN INTEREST SORORITIES • Alpha Kappa Alpha • Zeta Phi Beta MULTICULTURAL INTEREST SORORITIES • Delta Omicron Chi • Delta Xi Phi • Lambda Sigma Gamma • Sigma Alpha Zeta • Zeta Sigma Chi

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GABRIEL JOHNSON

SHANNEL WILLIAMSON

Fourth Year Economics and Global Disease Biology Major Hometown: St. Paul, MN

Fourth Year Biological Systems Engineering Major Hometown: Victorville, CA

How have your experiences on campus helped you develop as a student and leader?

The practical experience I gained volunteering at Imani Clinic, a student-run medical clinic serving the Sacramento African American community, gave me an understanding of how I can make an impact in society and reminded me that I am in college to provide service to the communities I represent. My academic trajectory shifted to focusing on seeing health disparities through an economic lens.

What advice would you give incoming students?

Visit your professors during office hours; you won’t regret it. Also take advantage of professional development presentations and workshops of all types. You never know what may pique your interest.

Why did you choose to attend UC Davis?

I fell in love with the beautiful green campus that Davis had to offer. My decision was ultimately made by the way that the community embraced and welcomed me with genuine kindness as well as the strong reputation of the university.

What experiences and/or involvement on campus have a had significant impact on you and how has this helped your development as a student and leader?

My involvement with the Black Engineers Association (BEA) has truly made an impact on my time here at UC Davis. Our mission statement highlights the need for Black students graduating with degrees in the STEM fields and impacting our community in a positive way. Being a part of an organization such as this is a constant motivator for me to earn my college degree in engineering and be a leader in my community.

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STUDENT ATHLETES

EMMA REDICK

FREDERICK WILLIAMS

AIMA EICHIE

Being a part of the UC Davis track team has helped me so much with learning time management. With practice six days a week, weights three days a week and class four days a week, I have learned how to make time for studying, rehabbing my body and even leisure and social time. In terms of leadership, I have learned that everyone really has the ability to be a leader. Leadership is the ability to see the leader in everyone and truly learn from others who have a lot of knowledge to share.

Being a part of intramural sports has helped me build relationships, stay in shape and make UC Davis feel like home and a place where I can thrive. Playing sports gives me an outlet to clear my mind and not worry about school for a time. This gives me something to look forward to after classes. My advice to incoming athletes is just because you are no longer playing ICA you can continue playing the sports you love.

Being a part of the UC Davis volleyball team has helped me learn more about myself as a person. I have learned how to push myself and what my limits, strengths and weaknesses are. Most importantly, it has helped me grow as an individual every single day.

Third Year | International Relations Major NCAA: Track and Field

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Second Year | Political Science and Psychology Major Intramural Sports: Flag Football and Basketball

Third Year | Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior Major NCAA: Volleyball

SPORTS NCAA Sports MEN’S SPORTS • Baseball • Basketball • Cross Country • Football • Golf • Soccer • Tennis • Track and Field • Water Polo WOMEN’S SPORTS • Basketball • Cross Country • Field Hockey • Golf • Gymnastics • Lacrosse • Soccer • Softball • Swimming and Diving • Tennis • Track and Field • Volleyball • Water Polo

Sport Clubs

• Alpine Ski and Snowboarding • Badminton • Baseball • Bowling • Boxing • Crew (men’s) • Cycling • Equestrian (dressage, eventing, hunter jumper and Western)

• Field Hockey • Gymnastics • Ice Hockey • Judo • Lacrosse (men’s and women’s) • Racquetball • Roller Hockey • Rowing (women’s) • Rugby (men’s and women’s) • Soccer (men’s and women’s) • Softball • Table Tennis • Taekwondo • Tennis • Triathlon • Ultimate Frisbee (men’s and women’s) • Volleyball (men’s and women’s) • Water Polo (men’s and women’s) • Waterski and Wakeboard

Intramural Sports • 5k and 10k Run for Recreation

• Badminton • Basketball • Bowling • Dodgeball Palooza • Flag Football • Floor Hockey • Golf • Grass Volleyball • Indoor Soccer • Innertube Water Polo • Poker Palooza • Racquetball • Soccer • Softball • Table Tennis • Team Handball • Tennis • Ultimate Frisbee • Volleyball • Wiffleball Palooza

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THINGS TO DO When your nose is out of the books and you need a break from studying, Davis offers a lot of activities. From exploring the arboretum to visiting the Farmers Market and checking out the variety of restaurant and dessert places in Davis, you will find something that catches your interest and saves you from boredom!

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ON CAMPUS Explore the Arboretum arboretum.ucdavis.edu The arboretum has over 100 acres of beautiful gardens for active recreation or peaceful contemplation.

There are documented plant collections, exhibits and demonstration plantings where visitors can learn about sustainable gardening for the Central Valley.

Check Out the Experimental College ecollege.ucdavis.edu The Experimental College formed as part of a movement on university campuses to bring alternative voices to the university culture. Today, the Experimental College provides an outlet for individuals to share their interests and learn skills in an informal setting by offering courses in dance, martial arts, yoga and movement, holistic health, music, language and more.

Celebrate Picnic Day picnicday.ucdavis.edu Picnic Day celebrates student differences and a healthy campus climate with over 200 diverse exhibits and marquee events such as the Doxie Derby and the Chemistry Magic Show.

Check Out Sporting Events ucdavisaggies.com/calendar/events UCÂ Davis is home to the Aggie Pack, the largest student spirit organization in the nation. The energy-filled Black Aggie Pack section is definitely an experience with the potential to meet new people and together cheer on our many competitive sports teams, including our Division I football and basketball teams.

Explore Campus Museums THE BOHART MUSEUM OF ENTOMOLOGY bohart.ucdavis.edu The museum is dedicated to teaching, research and service. It houses the seventh largest insect collection in North America, featuring species from around the world.

THE C.N. GORMAN MUSEUM gormanmuseum.ucdavis.edu The C.N. Gorman Museum is dedicated to the creative expressions of Native American artists.

The museum is also open to artists from different backgrounds but emphasizes Native American art.

JAN SHREM AND MARIA MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM OF ART shremmuseum.ucdavis.edu Opening in the fall of 2016, the Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art will feature innovative design and house rotating exhibitions.

Go Rock Climbing at the ARC! The Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) is the campus gym. It holds tons of high-quality workout equipment, such as an indoor rock-climbing wall, track and basketball/volleyball courts. The ARC also offers yoga classes, Zumba and kick-boxing.

Recreation Pool The Rec Pool features two lap-swimming lanes, two diving boards, an island for water activities and large lawns on which to relax. Swim laps or lounge at the Rec Pool, open late April to late September. Current students and CRU members enjoy free access to the pool.

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OFF CAMPUS Food

HOT SPOTS Farmers Market davisfarmersmarket.org There’s a reason the Farmers Market is an Aggie tradition and a must-do for anyone spending time in Davis. Bike over to Central Park on Saturday mornings to hear local music groups, buy fresh produce and enjoy one of the most popular weekly events in town.

Downtown Davis davisdowntown.com Downtown Davis has great restaurants, shops and movie theaters, and it is right next to campus. Walk around downtown in the evening and you might find live performances by bands and people fire-dancing with flaming hula-hoops.

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• Applebee’s, 1753 Research Park Dr. • Burgers and Brew, 403 3rd St. • Cream, 110 F St. • Davis Graduate, 805 Russell Blvd.

• Dot Island Grill, 516 2nd St. • El Burrito, 223 F St. • Habit Burger, 500 1st St. • In-N-Out, 1020 Olive Dr. • La Piñata, 305 1st St. • Lazi Cow, 407 G St. #4 • Ohana’s BBQ, 825 Russell Blvd.

• Open Rice Kitchen, 204 G St. • Pluto’s, 500 1st St. • Shah’s Food Truck (on campus) • Yolo Berry, 316 C St. • 3rd and U Cafe, 223 3rd St.

Shopping

• Arden Fair Mall, 1689 Arden Way (Sacramento) • Big 5 Sporting Goods, 1301 W. Covell Blvd.

• Forever 21, 885 Russell Blvd.

• Styles For Less, 4647 2nd St. • Target, 4601 2nd St. • TJ Maxx, 4651 2nd St. • Walmart, 1250 E. Gibson Rd. (Woodland)

Adventure and Exercise

• Akasha Yoga, 140 F St. #300 • Barefoot Yoga, 1015 Olive Dr. • Bikram Yoga, 405 L St. • Davis Paintball Center, 24998 Country Rd. 102 • Outdoor Adventures, 1025 Ext. Center Dr. • Rocknasium, 720 Olive Dr., Suite S

Health

• Kaiser Permanente, 1955 Cowell Blvd.

• Student Health and Counseling Services (on campus)

• Sutter Davis Hospital, 2000 Sutter Pl.

Beauty

• Bath & Body Works, 500 1st St. • Curly Kinky Tendrils, 1445 Fulton Ave. (Sacramento)

• Death or Glory Tattoo, 219 E St. • G Nails and Spa, 514 2nd St. • Hair La Belle, 8119 Scottsdale Dr., Suite D (Sacramento)

• King’s Wigs & Beauty Supply

661 San Juan Rd. (Sacramento)

• Myland Nails & Spa, 307 D St. • Salon Exsalonce, 2728 Marconi Ave. (Sacramento)

• So Glamorous Salon and Boutique 85-B Quinta Ct. (Sacramento)

• True Salon and Spa

9044 Elk Grove Blvd. (Elk Grove)

• Urban Body Tattoo and Piercing, 802 2nd St.

Museums and Art Galleries

• The Artery, 207 G St. • Hattie Weber Museum, 445 C St. • John Natsoulas Center for the Arts, 521 1st St. • Pence Art Gallery, 212 D St. • U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, 303 3rd St.

Movie Theaters

• Davis Varsity Theater, 616 2nd St. • Regal Cinemas Holiday 6, 101 F St. • Regal Cinemas Stadium 5, 420 G St.

Travel

• Sacramento (about 20 minutes by car) • Lake Berryessa (about 30 minutes by car) • Berkeley (about 1 hour by car) • San Francisco (about 1 hour and 30 minutes by car) • Lake Tahoe (about 2 hours and 30 minutes by car)

AGGIE QUICK TIP •

Show your UC Davis student ID to enjoy $5 movies every Tuesday at Regal Cinemas in downtown Davis.

On other days use your student ID for discounted tickets.

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Your student ID can also be used for free rides on Yolobus, which has routes from the Memorial Union to the Sacramento International Airport, city of Sacramento and surrounding communities.

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Student IDs can be used for a discount at Yolo Berry and free Yolo Berry on your birthday!

SHANICE BUGGS

ABIGAIL MOSLEY

Fourth Year Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior Major Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Fourth Year Human Development and Psychology Major Hometown: San Diego, CA

Why did you choose UC Davis?

I chose UC Davis because of the feeling of community. I felt so welcomed and supported by the Black community my first time on campus. I also loved the campus itself because the scenery is so different from where I’m from. I knew I could be successful and happy here.

What experiences and/or involvement on campus have a had significant impact on you and how has this helped your development as a student and leader?

My time as the cultural programmer (CP) for the Black floor was where I truly learned how to be a campus leader. I served as a main resource for Black freshmen and helped connect them to the greater campus community. I knew being CP helped me develop as a leader when I saw my past residents rising into leadership positions the following year.

What experiences and/or involvement on campus have a had significant impact on you and how has this helped your development as a student and leader?

I became a tour guide my sophomore year.

I was able to learn a lot about the campus, such as some of the different resources available to me as a student. Through being a tour guide, I’ve been able to meet some amazing people and have been able to spread my knowledge about UC Davis to others who are considering coming here for college. Getting involved was one of the best decisions I’ve made in college.

What advice would you give incoming students?

Take advantage of the resources on campus, and get involved! Make sure you focus on your classes, but also make time for other fun activities that you enjoy. Balance is key.

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CAMPUS COMMUNITY RESOURCES UCÂ Davis offers a dynamic set of resources that will cater to your personal interests and needs. These resources can help you find employment, explore your identity, delve into community, academics and even cultivate your passions. Visit any of these resource centers and discover what Davis truly has to offer!

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Academic Advising Center Center for African Diaspora Student Success studentaffairs.ucdavis.edu/initiatives/ africanamerican/africandiasporasuccess.html The Center for African Diaspora Student Success is a space designated for African and African American students where we can utilize the space to study, engage and collaborate with one another. Although there are other places on campus for these activities, the center was created with the intent of cultivating our success here at UCÂ Davis.

LINDA FRANCES ALEXANDER SCHOLARS PROGRAM success.ucdavis.edu/programs/lfa Linda Frances Alexander Scholars Program provides academic, social and cultural enrichment for African American and African students in support of their academic success and personal development.

housing.ucdavis.edu/current/academic_ advising_center.asp Peer advisers and tutors in the Academic Advising Center provide convenient, personalized academic support for every residence hall student.

AB540 and Undocumented Student Center undocumented.ucdavis.edu The AB540 and Undocumented Student Center empowers students, their families and members of the community to attain their educational goals, overcome legal and financial obstacles and achieve their long-term dreams.

CAMPBELL 2

housing.ucdavis.edu/education/ communities/#aaa Campbell 2 is a living-learning community focused on Black culture. Located in the Tercero residence hall area, it is a great way for first-year students of all cultures to explore the African diaspora.

Cross Cultural Center ccc.ucdavis.edu

law.ucdavis.edu/clinics/immigrationlaw-clinic.html

Born out of student activism and political struggle, the Cross Cultural Center (CCC) offers a culturally relevant community space where student voices can be expressed and respected. The CCC cultivates critical consciousness and cultural competency by providing learning opportunities at the crossroads of the many aspects of our identities and experiences.

Students at the Immigration Law Clinic interview clients and witnesses, conduct factual investigations and represent clients at immigration court hearings.

Educational Opportunity Program

IMMIGRATION LAW CLINIC

Campus Recreation and Unions cru.ucdavis.edu From aquatics to sport clubs, Campus Recreation and Unions offers a variety of programs, services and facilities to help you enjoy recreation and maintain a balanced lifestyle. The Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) offers both informal and formal recreation opportunities, making it easy for you to keep fit, relax, have fun and meet your fitness goals. Access to the ARC is free to registered students. Programming within the ARC includes group exercise, dance classes, martial arts classes, personal training, rock climbing and intramural sports.

success.ucdavis.edu/programs/eop The Educational Opportunity Program provides a caring and supportive environment for students as they transition to a large university.

Financial Aid and Scholarships financialaid.ucdavis.edu Learn about your financial aid award and explore scholarships and various types of financial aid.

Internship and Career Center icc.ucdavis.edu The Internship and Career Center (ICC) offers career services to students throughout their academic journey, from incoming freshmen to graduating seniors. ICC services can help students with career decisions, resume writing, interviewing and finding an internship or job.

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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual Resource Center lgbtqia.ucdavis.edu The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual Resource Center (LGBTQIA RC) helps to create a safe, inclusive space for the community at UC Davis. The center is committed to challenging sexism, transphobia, homophobia, biphobia and heterosexism.

McNair Scholars mcnair.ucdavis.edu The UC Davis McNair Scholars Program is a two-year program that encourages students from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue doctoral degrees. Around 20 UC Davis students are selected to participate in the program throughout the school year and summer months.

myUCDavis my.ucdavis.edu MyUCDavis is an internet portal where students can access information and resources ranging from academics, such as student advising, scheduling classes and finding support, to employee services, finances and even student life.

Office of the University Registrar registrar.ucdavis.edu The registrar provides student identification cards, controls the course registration system, verifies student enrollment and provides student transcripts.

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Online Advising Student Information System students.ucdavis.edu

The Online Advising Student Information System (OASIS) is a central location for students to learn about important deadlines, submit and track forms and petitions, and fill out degree worksheets to help plan their coursework.

Sacramento Area Youth Speaks says.ucdavis.edu Founded in 2009 at UC Davis, Sacramento Area Youth Speaks (SAYS) strives to change the world through education and empowerment. Building on a foundation of critical literacy and spoken word performance poetry, SAYS breaks the chains of underachievement by elevating the voices and power of students as authors of their own lives and agents of change.

Student Academic Success Center success.ucdavis.edu The Student Academic Success Center (SASC) helps students thrive by providing academic, personal, social and transitional support. Utilizing a holistic approach, SASC offers services that empower students to take responsibility for their learning and offers trained student tutors and drop-in tutoring sessions.

TRiO SCHOLARS PROGRAM success.ucdavis.edu/programs/trio The TRiO Scholars Program promotes the academic, social, personal and professional success of our students by building a strong sense of community and drawing on UC Davis resources.

TRANSFER REENTRY VETERANS CENTER success.ucdavis.edu/trv The Transfer Reentry Veterans Center accommodates all transfers, veterans, dependents of veterans and reentry students. Here, students can learn how to adjust to UC Davis life and explore resources available for academic excellence.

Student Disability Center sdc.ucdavis.edu The Student Disability Center coordinates specialized academic support services and promotes integrated participation in campus life for students with disabilities.

Student Health and Counseling Services shcs.ucdavis.edu UC Davis Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) provides a wide variety of medical, mental health and wellness services to all registered UC Davis students, regardless of insurance coverage. Most services are provided through scheduled appointments; however, urgent care (service without an appointment) is also available for acute medical and mental health needs.

Services are provided at two primary locations: the Student Health and Wellness Center and North Hall.

COMMUNITY ADVISING NETWORK shcs.ucdavis.edu/services/can.html The Community Advising Network (CAN) is composed of a team of community counselors.

The Community Advising Network assists all students, especially those from underserved populations, to achieve their goals and address factors that may be affecting their academic success.

CAN community counselors are a diverse group of professional staff who understand student issues and are here to help. CAN community counselors provide students with free and anonymous consultation and personal counseling in addition to programs, workshops and other campus-community outreach activities. (CAN counselors do not provide academic advising.)

Student Recruitment and Retention Center srrc.ucdavis.edu The Student Recruitment and Retention Center (SRRC) offers student-run and student-initiated programs that foster holistic academic and personal development while raising political and cultural awareness. The SRRC study lounge provides tutoring and test materials, and it is a great place to get your homework done.

AFRICAN DIASPORA CULTIVATING EDUCATION srrc.ucdavis.edu/programs/ace African Diaspora Cultivating Education (ACE) strives to create a supportive environment that encourages academic success and cultural awareness. ACE programs include peer mentorship, the annual Black Leadership Retreat, Soul Speaks, weekly study halls and an end-of-year barbecue.

COLLECTIVE srrc.ucdavis.edu/programs/collective Collective provides both academic and social support to empower transfer, reentry, parent and all non-traditional students to succeed in higher education. Collective offers all students a safe and welcoming environment to further engage in their educational pursuits. Through campus visits, Collective introduces disadvantaged students to the opportunities and possibilities provided by a university education.

UC Davis Study Abroad studyabroad.ucdavis.edu UC Davis offers a wide variety of study abroad options.

The African American and African Studies program partners with UC Davis Study Abroad to offer programs in regions as diverse as Botswana, Brazil, Cuba, Ghana, South Africa and the United Kingdom. Students in any major can participate for a summer, quarter or an entire year. Studying, exploring and engaging with other cultures before graduation is an incredible learning experience that will broaden your perspective of the world.

Undergraduate Research Center urc.ucdavis.edu The Undergraduate Research Center (URC) empowers students to find research opportunities and provides resources with which to hone the skills vital to success as a researcher. Explore the URC website to discover how to excel in a research experience and learn about the research pathway available to UC Davis students.

Women’s Resources and Research Center wrrc.ucdavis.edu The Women’s Resources and Research Center (WRRC) is a great place to learn about gender equity, meet friends and get involved with on-campus programs and student groups. Sexism affects everyone and students can take part in making UC Davis safer and more inclusive for everyone.

SUPPORT SERVICES These support services provide alternative, money-saving ways to acquire textbooks, computers and groceries to fuel your academic success.

• Aggie Food Connection: studentlife.ucdavis.edu/foodconnection • Cal Fresh: uccalfresh.org • Computer Loan: financialaid.ucdavis.edu/ undergraduate/forms/computers.html • Fruit & Veggie Up!: shcs.ucdavis.edu/services/ nutrition.html • The Pantry: thepantry.ucdavis.edu • We Are Aggie Pride (WAAP): weareaggiepride.ucdavis.edu

CAMPUS SAFETY With a campus as large as UC Davis, these campus safety resources ensure a protected and secure environment for all students and faculty.

• Aggie Guardian: police.ucdavis.edu/aggie_guardian • Center for Advocacy Resources and Education (CARE): care.ucdavis.edu • Fire Department: fire.ucdavis.edu • Police Department: police.ucdavis.edu • Safe Party: safeparty.ucdavis.edu • Safe Rides: police.ucdavis.edu/divisions_ services/campus_security/safe_rides.html • Tipsy Taxi: tipsytaxi.ucdavis.edu 17

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African American and African Studies aas.ucdavis.edu Students in the African American and African Studies major explore ways in which socio-political and economic factors, as well as the arts and literature, have shaped the experiences of people of African descent.

It is an interdisciplinary field of study in the humanities, arts and social sciences that emphasizes courses on both the African American experience in America and the African diaspora experience.

Students will learn and appreciate more fully the history and culture of the people who make up our American nation and the world community and begin to understand where neglect and misrepresentation have led to the development of ethnic stereotypes.

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Diane Beckles

Ron Bynes 9

Ralph Aldredge 2

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Kayton Carter 10

Ken Barnes 3

Sheryl Blackshire 6

Nefretiri Cooley-Broughton 11

Arnette Bates 4

Jacques Bowyer 7

Donelle Davis 12

Professor, African American and African Studies anadebanwi@ucdavis.edu Professor, Mechanical Aerospace and Engineering rcaldredge@ucdavis.edu Program Coordinator, Internship and Career Center klbarnes@ucdavis.edu Director, Educational Opportunity Program and Assistant Director, Student Academic Success Center atbates@ucdavis.edu

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Associate Professor of Plant Sciences/Postharvest Biochemist dmbeckles@ucdavis.edu Student Affairs Officer, African American and African Studies dbbell@ucdavis.edu Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions shicks@ucdavis.edu Adviser, McNair Scholars Program jbowyer@ucdavis.edu

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Counseling Psychologist, Student Health and Counseling Services mburt@ucdavis.edu

Assistant Director, Undergraduate and Prestigious Scholarships rmbynes@ucdavis.edu Director, Strategic African American Retention Initiatives kaycarter@ucdavis.edu Executive Director, Student Affairs Marketing and Communications nscooley@ucdavis.edu Director, TRiO Scholars Program and Special Transitional Enrichment Program ddperkins@ucdavis.edu

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Coordinator, Student Academic Success Center rthamilton@ucdavis.edu Senior Lecturer, African American and African Studies mfharrison@ucdavis.edu

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Coordinator, Center for Student Involvement lahuling@ucdavis.edu

Darin Latimore

Associate Dean, Office of Student and Resident Diversity, UC Davis School of Medicine darin.latimore@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu

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In Memorium Michele Dyke

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Associate Professor, African American and African Studies bngweno@ucdavis.edu

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Michele served the campus for close to 30 years, holding positions in Undergraduate Admissions, Financial Aid and most recently, the Early Academic Outreach Program. In these capacities and through her work with the African Continuum, Michele held firm to her goal of improving the college pipeline and the success of undergraduate students, especially students from underserved communities. Her contributions were many; she will be missed.

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Assistant Director, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual Resource Center chzwa@ucdavis.edu

Tanya Witlow 33

Director, Leadership in Engineering Advancement, Diversity and Retention tculliverwhitlow@ucdavis.edu

Trina Wilson 34

Senior Associate Director, Financial Aid and Scholarships trwilson@ucdavis.edu

THANK YOU

STUDENT EDITORIAL BOARD Left to right: Theodore Roosevelt Mitchell, Tiffany Thi Giang, Maria Rosario Salazar Ureno, Omar Abdel-Ghaffar, Abire Hussein Sabbagh Not shown: Luis Arturo Corrales, Katelyn Elizabeth Dixon, Dulce Guadalupe Gonzalez, Ilma Zehra Husain, Christian Micaela Nesbitt, Valentin Quiroz Sierra, Frederick Kichaun Williams, Michael Anthony Yepez

Students from the UC Davis community centers volunteered their time to participate in the first student editorial board. As members of this board, they provided guidance for content development, design, photos and student profiles. With their contributions, this guide is reflective of the African and African American community and student voice.

STUDENT INTERN TEAM Left to right: Zareen Nayyar, Venice Anne Santos, Elizabeth Pizano, Anne Bernice Avecilla Lacerna, Abegail Cunanan Salvador, Connie Kwong, Chase Wiley

The Student Affairs Marketing and Communications (SAMC) student intern team represents a diversity of backgrounds, majors, academic years, ambitions and goals. Through their research, collaboration and planning, the SAMC interns created this special guide for newly admitted UC Davis students. The tireless efforts that went into making The Black Pages were to ensure that you truly feel a part of the UC Davis family. The hope is that this guide serves as a useful resource and fulfills the motto “made for students by students.�

STUDENT CREATIVE TEAM Left to right: Alexander Park, Jay Gelvezon, Marissa Meier, Jaimie Tulao, Monkhmergen Tsogtbayar Not shown: Khoa Chau, James Kim, Julie Nguyen, Casey Tsen, Olivia Wong

The Student Affairs Marketing and Communications (SAMC) student designers and photographers collaborated on the graphic design of The Black Pages and fashioned it into what it is now. With guidance from the SAMC student intern team and editorial board, the student designers produced a unique design tailored to the needs of the African and African American community. The creative team hopes you enjoy the aesthetic experience of the guide and use it as a resource for your life at UC Davis.

A special thank you to Fred Williams and the Black Leadership Council for their assistance with the content development for this guide.

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