Parent and Family Weekend Schedule of Events
Friday, October 23, 2015
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Campus Showcase**
Check in and packet pickup
Vintage Aggies Wine Tasting**
Swing Dance Lesson
Saturday, October 24, 2015
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
Check in and packet pickup
Yoga
Welcome Reception and Coffee
Concurrent Sessions
Session 1: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Biological Sciences Tour #1
Bike Tour of Campus #1**
Flame Working Class ^^
Student Farm Tour #1
Refreshments & Shields Library Tour #1
Engineering Tour #1
Tour at Whole Foods Market #1
Campus Presentation - "Exploring Mars with Curiosity" Dawn Sumner
Session 2: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Biological Sciences Tour #2
Bike Tour of Campus #2**
Student Farm Tour #2
Refreshments & Shields Library Tour #2
Engineering Tour #2
Tour at Whole Foods Market #2
Campus Presentations - "Studying Abroad in College" UC Davis Study Abroad (11:30
a.m. – 12:15 p.m.) & “Repaying Student Loans” USE (12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.) ^^
Session 3: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Biological Sciences Tour #3
Bike Tour of Campus #3**
Student Farm Tour #3
Refreshments & Shields Library Tour #3
Engineering Tour #3
Campus Presentation – “Discover the Raptor Center” UC Davis Raptor Center
“What Employers Want” - Collegial Services
End of concurrent sessions
2:00 p.m.
Tailgate**
4:00 p.m.
Football Game vs. Southern Utah**
Wine Tasting 101 **
Sunday, October 25, 2015
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
** Cost Associated
Family Brunch**
Easy Accessibility
^^ Activity is longer than one hour.
Please see description
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Parent and Family Weekend Schedule of Events
To find the location of each event, please see the campus map.
Activity Descriptions:
Bike Tour of Campus – 10:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 1:00 p.m.
Bike Barn
Get a student’s perspective of campus with this bike tour that will take parents through the heart of
campus, past the Aggie Stadium as well as the Unitrans Headquarters, Veterinary School and other
campus highlights. There is no storage available for personal belongings. Pricing: $10 for the rental of
a bike from the ASUCD Bike Barn. You may bring your own bike and participate for free.
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Biological Sciences Tour - 10:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 1:00 p.m.
Life Sciences Building
Join Ernesto Sandoval, Director Botanical Conservatory for a tour of the science laboratory building
bio labs, greenhouse and botanical conservatory.
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Campus Presentation: “Exploring Mars with Curiosity” Dawn Sumner – 10:00 a.m.
ARC, Ballroom
The rover Curiosity landed on Mars a little more than 3 years ago. Since then, the Mars Science
Laboratory team has been using it to characterize the rocks in Gale Crater, which have proven to
consist mostly of sandstones and mudstones deposited in ancient rivers and lakes. In this
presentation, Sumner will provide an overview of what it takes to do science with a rover on another
planet, highlight some of our most interesting scientific results, and give a sneak preview of what
Curiosity is doing as of October 24th. You'll come away with a sense of the adventure, hard work and
ingenuity it takes to turn science fiction into real science.
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Campus Presentation: “Studying Abroad in College” UC Davis Study Abroad and “Repaying
Student Loans” USE – 11:30 a.m.
ARC, Ballroom
Studying Abroad in College presented by UC Davis Study Abroad: A presentation to parents to
provide information about the opportunities available for students to study abroad and the vast
resources available through UC Davis Study Abroad. This presentation runs from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15
p.m.
Repaying Student Loans, presented by USE Credit Union: The amount owed on student loans can be
enormous, with monthly payments often rivaling that of a mortgage. Join us to learn about options
that are available to you that can help make repaying student loans less intimidating, as well as a
chance to win a $100.00 UC Davis Bookstore gift card. This presentation runs from 12:15 p.m. – 1:00
p.m. These are two separate presentations happening in the same location. You may choose to attend
one or both.
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Campus Presentation: “Discover the Raptor Center” UC Davis Raptor Center – 1:00 p.m.
ARC, Ballroom
The California Raptor Center (CRC), an affiliate of the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, treats
and rehabilitates injured and orphaned raptors brought in by members of the public and by state and
federal agencies. It is a haven for injured birds of prey. The Raptor Center, though part of the
University, runs almost entirely on volunteer work. Attend this one hour presentation to learn more
about birds of prey – several of whom will be present during the lecture.
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Campus Showcase – Friday, October 23, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Buehler Alumni Center
Day long showcase featuring seminars by renowned UC Davis faculty. Enjoy behind-the-scenes tours
of campus and lectures on exciting and engaging topics like neuroscience, comedy, and stem cells.
Pricing: $50 for CAAA or APFA members | $60 for nonmembers
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Check in and Packet Pickup
Location varies
Pick up your official Parent and Family Weekend Nametags, lanyards, as well as your schedule and
map for the weekend. Friday check in will be located at the Buehler Alumni Center. Saturday, from 8
a.m. – 1 p.m., check in will be located at the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) Lobby; after 1
p.m. check in will be located at the tailgate field.
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Engineering Fabrication Lab Tour - 10:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 1:00 p.m.
Outside Bainer Hall room 1220
The Engineering Fabrication Lab is a supervised facility that provides students with opportunities for
hands-on manufacturing and fabrication in a safe environment. We also offer instructional support to
students, faculty and staff of the College of Engineering as they work on projects for classes,
independent study, research, and student design competition clubs. Lab Director, Mike Akahori, will
guide parents through the Student Machine Shop area, whose primary purpose is to support teaching,
and the Student Project Area, which is primarily used by student design competition clubs.
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Family Brunch – Sunday, October 25, 10:00 a.m.
ARC Ballroom
Finish your Parent and Family Weekend experience with a relaxing Sunday Brunch. Enjoy the
company of your family while chatting over a delicious breakfast.
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Flame Working Class – 10:00 a.m.
Craft Center
Create tiny, colorful glass sculptures at UC Davis Craft Center. Create small sculptures of your own
design. Attendees will be able to produce high quality pieces in just two and a half hours. This activity
has limited registration of 6 in the class. This activity is 2.5 hours long; please plan accordingly. $25
per person.
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Football game vs. Southern Utah – 4:00 p.m.
Aggie Stadium
Watch the Aggies battle Southern Utah. Parking for the tailgate and the football game is available in
the West Parking Structure on Hutchinson Blvd. or in Visitor Parking Lot 53. The cost to park is
$9.00. For information on purchasing tickets for the Football game, please click here.
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Refreshments and Shields Library Tour – 10:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 1:00 p.m.
Shields Library
Visit the Shields Library and familiarize yourself with the services, Special Collections, and fine Art
(from many of UC Davis' well-known art faculty), and meet some of the amazing staff dedicated to
your student's academic success. Our amazing student employees and librarians will show off the
highlights of the Library and discuss what makes the Library the epicenter of study, socializing and
student employment. The Library is the largest, possibly most used building on campus for good
reason. Find out why and feel free to bring your student along. Give your student a leg up and learn
about Shields Library amazing offerings!
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Student Farm Tour – 10:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 1:00 p.m.
Parking Lot 30
Join Director Mark Van Horn for a tour of the Student Farm. Learn how UC Davis is a leader in
environmental and sustainability related teaching and research through ASI’s pioneering work.
Parking is available in Lot 30.
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Swing Dance Lesson – Friday, October 23, 8:00 p.m.
Buehler Alumni Center
Join dance instructors and Aggie Parents Dan and Sharon Davis for a fun Swing Dance class. Get some
great exercise and enjoy this class for beginners and experts alike. You’ll have the chance to practice
your new moves after the lesson with open dancing. You’ll be sure to walk away having learned
something new! Partners not needed! The Swing Dance class is free of charge.
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Tailgate BBQ – 2:00 p.m.
Aggie Stadium
Come out and show your Aggie pride as you enjoy your lunch and Aggie Camaraderie. If you want to
join the Aggie tradition of greeting the team’s bus as they arrive, please meet at the tent area at 1:40
p.m. The Tailgate includes special performances by student groups including Cal Aggie Marching
Band-uh!, Spirit Squad, and more. Game tickets are not included. For game tickets please view the
instructions for purchasing discounted game tickets.
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Tour at Whole Foods Market– 10:00 a.m. | 11:30 a.m.
Whole Foods, Downtown Davis
Learn about specialty products and ways to save for you and your Aggie student, especially for those
students needing to follow specific dietary restrictions. Join us for a Whole Foods Market tour and
learn how to build a grocery list for dorm living and much more. Please note that this activity is
located off campus within walking distance. Please plan accordingly. There is ample free parking
located behind Whole Foods market. Save room for samples!
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Vintage Aggies Wine Tasting – Friday, October 23, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Buehler Alumni Center
Come enjoy delicious wines provided by UC Davis alumni winemakers. This event is for those 21
years of age or older. Pricing: $25 for APFA members | $35 for nonmembers.
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Welcome Reception and Coffee – 9:00 a.m.
ARC, Ballroom
Start your Parent and Family Weekend off with a welcome reception. Get the chance to meet other
parents as well as watch student performances.
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“What Employers Want from Interns and New Graduates” Collegial Services – 1:00 p.m.
ARC, Ballroom
Please join us for a presentation on the top five skills desired by employers and how your student can
demonstrate mastery of them during the career search and interview process. Presented by Robin
Reshwan, a UC Davis Alumna/CAAA member, US News Careers Writer, Certified Professional
Resume Writer, Founder and President of Collegial Services.
Wine 101 – 4:00 p.m.
Buehler Alumni Center
Football not your thing? Join us for an introductory class on the elements and nuances of wine
tasting. This class is $10.
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Yoga – 8:00 a.m.
ARC
Start your morning off with an invigorating Yoga Class led by one of the ARC group exercise student
employees.
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Football game ticket purchasing instructions
We are excited to provide discounted tickets to parents, families, and friends visiting for that
weekend.
To purchase, please follow the online instructions listed below. If you have any additional questions,
you may call our office (530-752-1047) Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
UC Davis vs. Southern Utah on October 24th, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. - Parent & Family Weekend
Promotion Code: AGGIEFAMILY15
Available Sections and Pricing (per ticket):
• $13 per ticket Reserved East Side seating (Sect. 101-103 & 108-109)
• $17 per ticket Reserved West Side Seating (Sect. 118-120 & 124-127)
Online Directions:
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Use the following link www.ucdavistickets.com
Click Buy for Football 2015 Single Game Tickets
Click Buy Now next to Parent & Family Weekend Game 10/24 vs. Southern Utah
Enter AGGIEFAMILY15 in the “Special Offers Code” box at the bottom & then click show.
You must scroll down to the bottom of the page to find the special offers code box.
a. NOTE THAT THIS WILL ACTIVATE THE DISCOUNTED PRICE
5. From the drop down box, select the number of tickets needed & Click Reserve.
a. Choose from East side (Student side) or West Side of stadium (Team side). Please
note that the East side will have no shade, but the west side will be fully shaded for
the majority of the game.
6. Select a delivery method.
7. Confirm Order and continue as directed.
*To receive discount, code must be entered*
This discount is NOT available on game day this is an online only discount. NO other discounts
apply.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Tommy Heppler at UC Davis Athletics at 530752-1047 or email theppler@ucdavis.edu. See you at the game! Go Aggies!
Parking instructions: Parking for the tailgate and the football game is available in the West Parking
Structure on Hutchinson Blvd. or in Visitor Parking Lot 53. The cost to park is $9.00.
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