Each year, CBS welcomes new students with a special gathering that brings together students, faculty, and staff to celebrate the start of their UC Davis journey. The event offers an opportunity for students to connect with peers, meet their faculty, and learn about college resources.
The College of Biological Sciences proudly celebrated our students’ achievements at the 2025 Student Award Ceremony. This annual tradition brings together faculty, staff, family, and friends to honor the dedication, innovation, and contributions of students who are making a difference in the classroom, the lab, and beyond.
The UC Davis Pre-Health Conference brought over 2,500 attendees and 200 exhibitors to campus. Aspiring health professionals connected with industry leaders and explored career paths. Hands-on demos, workshops, and expert talks offered valuable insights. The conference empowers attendees to make informed choices and build connections.
BioBoosters brings students together through exciting activities, professional development, and, of course, exclusive CBS swag! All proceeds from swag sales go directly toward supporting club initiatives that connect, inspire, and empower students across the College of Biological Sciences. Led by passionate CBS majors, BioBoosters creates a welcoming space to explore biology, build connections, and grow as a community.
We had an amazing time connecting with UC Davis undergrads at our first-ever Graduate Program Open House on Wednesday, October 30. Each of our eight graduate groups was represented, complete with snacks, a raffle, and tons of opportunities to explore what grad school at UC Davis has to offer.
The college's Fall 2024 Orientation for new students was on Friday, September 20. Dean Mark Winey kicked off the day with inspiring remarks, followed by opportunities for students to connect with their peers while picking up t-shirts and other swag. The event also included breakout sessions where students had the chance to meet faculty members, learn more about their academic journey, and start building a sense of community within the college.
The UC Davis Advancing Diversity in Neuroscience Research-Honors program supports diverse upper division undergraduate students who plan to pursue advanced degrees and research careers in neuroscience.
The overall goal of the UC Davis Maximizing Access to Research Careers (MARC) program is to increase the number of talented underrepresented, disadvantaged and disabled students who become leaders in areas relevant to biomedical and behavioral research.
The UC Davis Advancing Diversity in Aging Research-Honors Program supports diverse upper division undergraduate students who plan to pursue advanced degrees and research careers in aging-related areas.
The Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) program addresses the pressing need for a diverse cancer research community that reflects the nation’s heterogeneity. CURE is funded by the National Cancer Institute.
Each year, the College of Biological Sciences recognizes the outstanding achievements of our students at the annual Student Award Ceremony. The 2024 celebration honored academic excellence, leadership, and community impact, highlighting the many ways our students advance science and enrich the UC Davis community.
On Friday, January 18, National Academy of Sciences President Marcia McNutt visited campus for a presentation on “The Climate for Women in STEM: Past, Present, and Future.”
On April 27, 2018, the Biology Academic Success Center celebrated its fifth anniversary at the Science Laboratory Building with music, food and good cheer.