Former Aggie football captain Derek Baljeu ’17, M.S. ’18 has found his calling in the world of wine, bringing his dedication from the game field to the vineyards as a winemaker in Napa Valley.
After taking the class “Introduction to Winemaking” his first year to fulfill a general education requirement, Baljeu says he fell in love with the subject. He soon changed his major to viticulture and enology and began his first winemaking internship at a small family winery.
The winter break will be here before we know it as students prepare for finals, register for new classes, and prepare for a much needed break from school work. With the break in school work and classes, the Career Center has 3 tips for making the winter break a great time for students to tend to their career development.
by Tessa Haden, associate director of development, parent giving, annual and special gifts, Development and Alumni Relations
UC Davis is fortunate to have some of the world’s greatest faculty members who dedicate themselves daily to teaching and inspiring our students. Among these esteemed educators, Chancellor’s Fellows stand out. These early-career faculty members are honored for their exceptional research and receive a $25,000 award to help them advance promising aspects of their work. Often, these projects also provide students with valuable, career-building experience.
by Erika Reynolds, associate director, First Year Experience
This article is written by The New Student Programs unit housed within Student Affairs and is comprised of Orientation and First Year Experience. Our team is dedicated to supporting your students transition into and through UC Davis.
As your student prepares for the opening of the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA), here are some ways you can stay informed.
Whether you’re seeking growth in your current organization, a promotion, or a new role, there are a few factors you’ll want to look out for in your next position. Learn what the U.S. Surgeon General has to say about the components for wellbeing at work.
by Erika Reynolds, associate director, First Year Experience
You may want to know more about how things are going for your student academically, but you might not be sure what to ask. Or when you do ask, you are met with one-word answers from your student. You are a partner in your student’s success and if you find yourself unsure of what to ask your student or what they might be experiencing, we’ve got you!
by Erika Reynolds, associate director, First Year Experience
FYE Peer Mentors are one source of support for first year and continuing students as they transition into and through college. FYE Peer Mentors are current students who meet with first year students to answer questions, share experiences and offer suggestions.
Peer Mentors offer “office hours” in the residence halls, at The Green, and on campus and they put on academic programs and events.
FYE Peer Mentors are trained to assist students in all four colleges and can help:
