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Get nominated for a scholarship!

The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship – the nation’s leading undergraduate STEM research scholarship is in search for strong candidates.  The Goldwater Scholarship provides up to $7,500/year to:

U.S. Citizens, Nationals, and Permanent Residents

2nd and 3rd year undergraduates (2nd year students receive two years of funding while 3rd year students receive one year of funding)

Have cumulative GPAs of 3.0 or greater (competitive candidates should have a 3.7+)

Have a strong research background

Plan to become future STEM research leaders in natural sciences, mathematics, or engineering

UC Davis may nominate up to 6 candidates to the national competition (1 must be a transfer student and 1 must be a military veteran).

The application is scheduled to open on September 1st.

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The ASUCD Scholarship is a $500 financial scholarship — open to all current & continuing UC

Davis undergraduate students — that is set to recognize students displaying ASUCD’s four core

values:

● Diversity & Inclusion

● Professional Development

● Collaboration

● Community Impact

Ten (10) undergraduate students will be awarded $500 each. While applicants must be in good academic standing, this

application seeks to highlight aspects of student character, leadership, and larger involvement within

the UC Davis community!

The ASUCD Scholarship Spring 2026 application window is open through Sunday, May 17th at 11:59pm.

Apply here:

tinyurl.com/asucdaacscholarshipspring26

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Registration is open for the Global Learning Conference! This career-focused conference connects students with seasoned professionals from a variety of fields in structured networking sessions. Students will learn how to market their skills for future internships, graduate school, or job opportunities. This is also a great opportunity to get a professional headshot photo, which is included in the $10 registration fee. Attendees must register by March 30th.

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Widening Circles: Global Social Impact Program
A funded summer program that combines online learning focused on ethical global engagement, and a social impact experience such as an internship, volunteer role, or research project, completed locally or abroad.

Dates: June 22 - August 21, 2026

Application deadline: March 24

Format: Online curriculum with flexible location for your social impact experience

Highlights:

Funding covers the program fee, and participants receive a $2,000 grant

Mentorship

Support for finding and applying to a social impact experience or the program can support students who have already confirmed an internship, volunteer opportunity or globally-focused research project

Earn a certificate and transcript notation

For Questions: Chelsey Hawes

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UCD Innovation for Impact - Climate - Flyer S26

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Hey Engineers!

Are you thinking about graduate school — now or sometime down the road?

COE graduate staff will be available for drop-in advising next week. You don’t need to have a plan! Come ask questions, explore options, and get guidance on the application process.

Graduate School Info & Advising

Wednesday, February 4

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Ghausi​ Hall Lobby

No registration needed. Stop by anytime.

We are happy to talk about:

Applications

Funding

Letters of Recommendation

Statement of Purpose

Research paths

Master’s vs. Ph.D.

Anything else you want to ask

If graduate school is on your radar — even as a “maybe” — this is a great opportunity to get advice and connect with the COE graduate studies team.

We hope to see you there!

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College of Engineering Graduate Student Award Opportunities

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College of Engineering Graduate Student Award Opportunities

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As we begin the new year, the College of Engineering is pleased to announce several award opportunities in support of our graduate students. These opportunities reflect both the generosity of donors who invest in graduate education and the College’s commitment to recognizing the academic excellence, leadership, and service demonstrated by our students.

Below is an overview of current College of Engineering (COE) award calls, with links to full eligibility details, application instructions, and submission deadlines. If you have questions about eligibility or process, contact Alin Wakefield amwakefield@ucdavis.edu.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR MASTER’S STUDENTS

Next Level Master’s Impact Awards

Who: First-year COE Master’s students (entered Fall 2025)

Award: Four awards of $5,000 each (one-time)

How: Online submission

Deadline: March 6, 2026

Call and submission portal: [submission link]

OPPORTUNITIES FOR MASTER’S AND PH.D. STUDENTS

Richard and Joy Dorf Engineering Fellowship

Who: COE Master’s or Ph.D. students (U.S. citizens)

Award: Four awards of $1,000 each

How: Online submission

Deadline: March 6, 2026

Call and submission portal: [submission link]

Graduate Student Excellence Awards

(Excellence in Research · Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion · Safety · Service and Leadership)

Who: COE Master’s and Ph.D. students

Award: Four awards of $500 each

How: Online submission (self-nominations permitted)

Deadline: March 6, 2026

Call and submission portal: [submission link]

PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED — REMINDER

Esogbue–May Endowed Award in Engineering Diversity

Who: COE Master’s and Ph.D. students

Award: $2,500

How: Online submission (self-nominations permitted)

Deadline: February 27, 2026

Call and submission portal: [submission link]

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This academic year we're welcoming colleagues from the former OEOES into AATC under their new name: Student Success Pathways. While their mission remains the same, their services - including Success Coaching, Learning Strategies Workshops, and Pre-Graduate and Pre-Law Advising - are now part of the AATC family.

AATC continues to provide:

Ongoing support from our Writing, Math, and Science Professionals, available now

Pre and Co classes; workshops, office hours, and online resources

Peer Led Content Review Sessions for:

BIO 1/BIS 2B

CHE 2C

Peer tutoring in Lower Shields starting October 5th.

Students can find times and locations for workshops, office hours, one-on-one appointments, and pre- and co-classes on our website: tutoring.ucdavis.edu

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Cownect is a student-created platform designed specifically for UC Davis engineering students. Our goal is to help students:

Explore engineering-related roles and opportunities

Discover clubs that match their interests

Connect with mentors (through our partnership with Expresso)

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A $1500 challenge to develop an operational framework for the California Airlink.

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A $1500 challenge to develop an operational framework for the California Airlink.

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Registration is now open for the 2025–26 CITRIS Aviation Prize, a competition inviting students to lead the way in shaping the future of air mobility at the University of California.

This year’s competition challenges teams to develop an operational framework for an advanced intercampus air transportation system — the California Airlink — that will connect the four CITRIS campuses and Moffett Field via electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

We invite teams from our four CITRIS campuses — UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Merced, UC Santa Cruz — to compete. Representatives from NASA’s Ames Research Center will participate in our judging panel, bringing unparalleled expertise in aerospace technology to evaluate the student proposals.

The competition will conclude with the final team presentations and awards ceremony, providing students the opportunity to present their innovative air mobility solutions directly to leading experts in the field. Awards include the CITRIS Aviation Excellence Award ($1,500), with more prizes TBA.

Learn more & register at: citris-uc.org/aviation-prize

Registration Deadline: Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025

Please share this announcement widely through your networks! For any questions, email aviationprize@citris-uc.org.

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You are invited to the 2025 California Forum for Diversity in Graduate Education, which will be held in person on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the University of California, Merced! This conference will provide expert sessions about selecting the right graduate program, the graduate application process, financial aid opportunities, preparing for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), and employment prospects. Check out https://www.caldiversityforum.org/ for the schedule and more information.

Register: https://calstate.eventsair.com/2025-diversity-forum/student/Site/Register

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Do you want to learn more about Sustainable Urban Systems while visiting one of the most beautiful countries in the world?

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Do you want to learn more about Sustainable Urban Systems while visiting one of the most beautiful countries in the world?

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We have a few slots left in our summer study abroad program taught out of Civil and Environmental Engineering – Sustainable Urban Systems in the Netherlands. It is open to students across majors with a focus on rising juniors and seniors and will travel August 2 – 23, 2025. You get credit for ECI 123 Urban Systems & Sustainability (4 units) and ECI 198 Special Topics (2 units) in only 3 weeks. Note that this course is required for the Sustainability in the Built Environment Minor and can be used for the Climate Science & Policy Minor. It can also be used as an elective in many majors other than ECI.

The Netherlands is known for wooden shoes, windmills and Stroop waffles. However, Dutch infrastructure and sustainability are globally famous. This course examines Dutch water and transportation systems to learn about sustainable systems in practice. The Dutch transportation system encourages cycling and transit usage by residents of all ages and cycling levels of comfort and provides good examples of protected bicycle infrastructure, traffic calming, transit network design, and transit and bicycle integration. Dutch water management is also world-famous, with among the most rigorous approaches to flood protection and the safeguarding of water resources, in addition to design and operation for environmental benefits. These two sustainable civil infrastructure design examples provide excellent case studies in sustainable development and lessons for California, the U.S. and the world more generally.

There is more about the program (including a video of our webinar) here: https://globallearning.ucdavis.edu/pathways/academics/studyabroad/sa/netherlands

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Application required, deadline January 31, 2025 ($1,000 per recipient and medal presented to each recipient at the CBS student awards event):

Given to 2 graduating seniors for excellence in research in the biological sciences in any of the four colleges at UC Davis.

Areas such as biophysics, biochemistry, biomathematics, and bioengineering are specifically included.

The research does not have to be published.

Application Process initiated by the student:

1. Students use the online form to briefly describe their research and to list the names of potential recommenders.

2. When the online form is completed, potential recommenders will be contacted automatically to obtain letters. Potential recommenders can decline to make a recommendation; otherwise, reminders are sent until the recommendation is received or the application period ends.

3. Faculty have two options for submitting their recommendation:

3. Completing a short endorsement section using the online form, which can be used if the student is only applying for this award; OR

4. Uploading a detailed recommendation letter, which is more appropriate if the student is also being considered for the other CBS major awards.

Apply here: Ron and Lydia Baskin Research Award

Application Eligibility Criteria:

Students must have a GPA of 3.5 or greater in upper-division UC Davis coursework.

Students must have graduated in either September or December 2024, or will be graduating in either March or June 2025.

Students graduating in summer quarter 2025 must apply the following year (2025-26).

Application Information:

Award applications require information from both the students and faculty.

Students may apply for more than one award.

Students may upload publications for consideration.

Faculty may support multiple students for multiple awards.

Application Deadlines:

Student applications must be completed by Friday, January 31, 2025.

Faculty letters of recommendation must be submitted by Friday, February 14, 2025.

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UC LEADS is a program that prepares promising students for advanced education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The application is open for submissions until Friday, February 28, 2025. They are planning on holding a virtual informational session on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The Zoom link is provided on the Google Form, and each registered participant will be followed up with. Students must meet at least sophomore standing (unit based) to be eligible for the program or must have at least 2 years left at UC Davis at the beginning of the appointment. Scholars accepted into the program are trained for graduate education (MS and PhD) and given the opportunity to perform paid summer research internshipsat UC Davis (1st summer) and other UC campuses (2ndsummer). Upon completion of the 2-year program students will also be eligible for the new UC LEADS Fellowship for any UC Doctoral Program with the University of California. More information about the program and the application criteria can be found on the attachment above or flyer below.

They will also be hosting an Informational Zoom Session for interested applicants on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 from 10:00am – 11:00am. If interested, please register for the informational session using this link provided. https://ucdavis.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcvcO6qrDIpEtRkEe_0BXmKsz7jf42p3t3r

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WTS fosters the development of women in the transportation field by encouraging bright new professionals to undertake careers in the area of transportation. One way it does this is by awarding scholarships to women pursuing studies in transportation or a related field. These scholarships can be used for High School, Community, Technical, or Trade College as well as Undergraduate and Graduate studies. Selected finalists will receive an award from WTS Sacramento and be forwarded to WTS International to compete for additional awards.

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MGT 12Y - Now Offered in Summer Session I

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MGT 12Y - Now Offered in Summer Session I

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Yuba Applied Research Center Summer Internships

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Yuba Applied Research Center Summer Internships

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UC Davis has developed a campus-wide collaboration with Yuba Applied Research Center in conjunction with Beale Air Force Base.  They are located northeast of our campus and have a variety of applied research activity ongoing.  This group has well-paying 2024 summer internships available for both undergraduate and graduate students, including with some remote work option.  This position may lead to longer term employment opportunities after satisfactory performance.

Here is the link to the position as seen on Handshake https://app.joinhandshake.com/emp/jobs/8718229/details

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The upcoming UC Davis engineering design showcase will feature exciting and very impressive innovations that will be eligible for the James Dyson Award.

The James Dyson Award is an international design award that celebrates, encourages and inspires the next generation of designers and engineers. It's open to current and recent design and engineering students and is a chance for students to make a name for themselves as an inventor and young professional. As well as winning a significant cash prize, which can generate media exposure to kick-start their career, and earn the esteem of their peers.

Feel free to visit www.jamesdysonaward.org for more information. It's free and easy to enter!

Reach out to JDF Manager, Sammi Kuderna (Samantha.kuderna@dyson.com) or Eva Otto (eva.otoo@dyson.com) regarding any questions.

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An undergraduate student in good academic standing may request to take specific courses on a P/NP basis. Such requests must be submitted and confirmed by the 40th day of instruction (see calendar for possible COVID-19 exceptions). Undergraduates should contact their dean's office for information regarding the requirements or restrictions of their particular college.

https://registrar.ucdavis.edu/records/grades/pass-no-pass

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Office of the University Registrar (OUR)

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An undergraduate student in may request to take specific courses on a P/NP basis. Such requests must be submitted and confirmed by the

Not more than one-third of the units taken in residence on the Davis campus and presented for graduation by an undergraduate student may be in courses taken on a P/NP basis; ². For information regarding additional conditions and/or restrictions, consult your dean's office. If you plan to attend graduate or professional school, you may also wish to consult with services regarding P/NP grading.

³, a student who has completed a second or more advanced year of high-school-level coursework in a foreign language in tenth, eleventh, or twelfth grade shall be awarded credit for Course 1 (or its equivalent) in that language only if a student takes the course on a P/NP basis. Enforcement of this regulation occurs in the sixth week of the quarter. For more information, contact the

¹, graduate students, under certain circumstances, may be assigned grades of S/U, but units earned in this way are not counted in calculating the grade point average. The purpose of the S/U option is to encourage graduate students to explore academic coursework in areas unrelated to their academic discipline. Graduate students must contact to request to take a letter-graded course on an S/U grading basis. Petitions to elect S/U grading must be signed by your graduate advisor for approval and filed with Graduate Studies by the end of the fifth week of the quarter . A graduate course in which a C, D, or F grade is received may not be repeated with the S/U option.

If you previously received a letter grade in a course, you may not repeat it using the S/U option. If you receive an incomplete in a course you took for a letter grade, you may not complete the course on an S/U basis. Ensure the grade mode you have selected reflects letter grading. For registration information regarding how to select S/U grading for a course, see

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Students in good academic standing may request to take specific courses on a Passed/Not Passed basis.

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Above is a semi-old presentation about changing majors within/into the College of Engineering at UC Davis. Most of the information is still accurate, however for the most recent information, tips & requirements, please see the "Majors" section of the link here: https://engineering.ucdavis.edu/undergraduates/academic-advising/advising-faqs

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Different Advisors in the College of Engineering

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My Degree is an online degree audit system that helps students navigate their curriculum and complete their degree. This video will walk you through the basics of how to use My Degree and understand your degree audit.

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Campus Study Spots and Places for Virtual Meetings

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Campus Study Spots and Places for Virtual Meetings

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Looking for a place on campus to study or have a virtual appointment? Visit studentaffairs.ucdavis.edu/getting-help/academics/study-materials for locations that can be used if they are not reserved. Be sure to check the schedule on the door before entering to ensure there is not a current reservation.

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ECH (Chemical Engineering) & Programming Tutoring Support

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ECH (Chemical Engineering) & Programming Tutoring Support

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https://mae.ucdavis.edu/undergraduate/chevron-tutoring-center

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This is a handout with some tips on attending Office Hours.

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Tips for Managing Socio-Political Stress

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Tips for Managing Socio-Political Stress