Hello, graduate students! We hope the school year has been treating you well. Let’s chat about what resources, both academic and financial, are available to you. 

Need a one-stop shop for resources, funding, awards, and events? 

Explore the Graduate Student Association. 

You’ve made it through midterms! Congratulations, and we hope you enjoy the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. As you’re getting to know the dining commons, let’s go over all of the accommodations that we offer, including our dietary support program, just ask program and all that we do to accommodate religious observations. 

Holidays are near, Aggies! Read up to learn how ASUCD can prepare you for the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday.

Winning prizes and fun swag has never been easier! Start collecting your ASUCD Trading Cards today by engaging with our units at our events. Check out our Trading Card website to learn about our grand prizes and guidelines. Follow @ASUCDofficial for live updates. You got this, Aggies!

Scared to talk to your professor? That’s okay, a lot of students feel that way at first. Keep reading to bust common myths and fears about talking to faculty, and learn how to make the best out of office hours!

Office hours are blocks of time that faculty set out to answer student questions about course materials, but it’s not limited to just class-related questions. Your professor is a great resource to go to for questions about future careers, research opportunities, and more!

When you can, look for local fruits and vegetables. Locally sourced foods produce fewer carbon emissions to get to your plate. Additionally, organic foods require fewer harmful pesticides and will not pollute the soil and water where it is grown.

Encourage the use of reusable dishware during gatherings or dinners. If this is not an option, look out for the next best eco-friendly options, like compostable utensils, and avoid single-use plastics that create more landfill waste.

The campus water tower near UC Davis Health Stadium — affectionately known as Touchdown Tower — just completed a full restoration, complete with fresh paint, new logos, and programmable lights. Go behind the scenes to see how Facilities, Athletics, and Campus Planning turned a landmark into a symbol of Aggie pride.

See the story.

Thanksgiving Break Information

For Residence Halls Only

November 2025

Before you leave:

Fall quarter is already wrapping up! Soon, it will be time for winter break. Finals week is December 8-12. Here’s what you need to know about preparing your student for finals week and winter break.

Residence halls will be closing at noon on December 13, 2025. Your student will need to be packed up and out of the residence hall by that time. They’ll receive a checklist with further information on what to do before leaving as we get closer. Residence halls will open back up at 8 am on January 2, 2026.  

Hi Aggies!

We hope you’re thriving in your new home and enjoying all that being an Aggie has to offer! With fall quarter in full swing, now is the perfect time to start preparing your winter quarter schedule.

Are you a tea lover or maybe curious about tea making? Join us at the Resident Gardens for this event where you will get the chance to make tea blends a decorate a tea bag holder. We will be using fresh herbs straight from the Resident Gardens. Details below:

Thursday, November 13
4:30-5:30 pm
Resident Garden @ Segundo (Meet us at Regan Main in case of bad weather)
RSVP here

We know that midterm season is hard, Aggies. Take a break and lean on ASUCD to get you through this time of the year!

Midterm season can be a lot. Carve out some time for yourself by participating in ASUCD’s Trading Card program to win prizes all year long! Take a break to explore ASUCD units, redeem prizes, and of course, collect our unique cards. Follow @asucdoffical on Instagram to learn when we are dropping cards. To learn about the rules, prizes, and raffle, check out our Trading Card website. You got this, Aggies!

Residence halls will be closed during Winter Break and accommodations in the residence halls will not be available. Residence Halls close at Saturday, 12 pm on December 13, 2025 and will open on Friday at 8 am on January 2, 2026.

Student Housing has identified hotels in the Davis area that can accommodate our students’ housing needs during Winter Break. We have negotiated a discounted nightly rate, which the student will be responsible for paying. Availability is limited and provided on a first-come, first-served basis. The rate is $99/Night, breakfast and parking is included.

Hopefully, you’re starting to settle into life at UC Davis. To help you feel more at home, let’s talk about how to build a community for yourself here on campus. 

Want to watch a movie or attend a silent disco? We’ve got events for you! Attending events is a great way to get out and meet new people. 

Student Affairs is inviting students to participate in a focus group to share their thoughts and experiences. Complete the short form by October 24 to indicate your interest and select a date and time that fits your schedule. All participants who are selected and attend a focus group will receive a $15 CoHo gift card. 
Share your thoughts.

Commuting on campus is changing rapidly with the growing use of e-bikes, e-scooters and other micromobility devices. These bring both greater accessibility and safety concerns. We’ve seen a fivefold increase in scooter-related crashes in the past 15 months, making safe riding more important than ever. Campus is installing new speed limit signage and markings and will be launching an education and compliance program later this fall to promote safer riding habits.

Learn more.