NEWS & NOTEWORTHY

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FACULTY UPDATES

Faculty Honors
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NEWS

September Media Mentions
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College of Letters amd Science Dean Atekwana Reappointed

by Cindy Brown

Estella Atekwana has been reappointed to a second five-year term as dean of the College of Letters and Science following the completion of a comprehensive performance review. 

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AWARDS

David E. Olson Among Finalists for the 2026 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists

The awards recognize scientific advances made by researchers in the life sciences, chemical sciences, physical sciences and engineering.
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AWARDS

Justin Siegel Honored with Inaugural UC Regents Innovation Award

The award honors researchers and innovators whose work is translating University of California research into technologies, companies and solutions with broad impact.

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EVENTS

Cosmic Connections Hits the Road

Lloyd Knox and Markus Luty are bringing their combined knowledge and expertise on the road for a traveling conversation that shares mind-bending revelations about the universe with the public.
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AWARDS

$1.69 Million Grant to Study Long-Term Outcomes for Special Education Students

Jacob Hibel will study how special education across Oregon public schools affects lifelong outcomes for students with disabilities.

Stories you may have missed

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August Media Mentions

  • by College of Letters and Science
Every day faculty and students from the College of Letters and Science at UC Davis are highlighted in the news media, having their research featured and commenting on the most pressing issues facing the world. Check out some of these news media highlights from August 2026.
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A Letter From the UC Office of the President

  • by College of Letters and Science
Over the past several months, thousands of UC advocates have spoken up for California research. Together, we sent nearly 14,000 emails to lawmakers, rallied at the State Capitol, and helped make research a statewide priority. 

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