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Better disciplinary structures in schools can help reduce hate speech directed against Asian American students
Asian Americans have been the targets of hate speech for generations, particularly during the COVID pandemic. But new research by the University of California, Davis, suggests that Asian American adolescents experience fewer incidents of hate speech in schools with stronger disciplinary structures and adult support. A new study looks at...
UC Davis Coffee Center opens on May 3
The center is the first facility in the country dedicated solely to coffee research. On May 3, UC Davis opened the Coffee Center, the first center in the United States dedicated solely to coffee research. The 7,000-square-foot center will house pre- and post-harvest coffee science research. This includes brewing laboratories, experimental bean storage, a sensory and cupping laboratory and a pilot roastery.
Sacramento State announces return of Winter Commencement ceremonies
(FOX40.COM) — California State University Sacramento announced the return of its Winter Commencement ceremonies to recognize students who complete their degrees during the fall semester. • Video Above: Sacramento State sees record number of graduates “We want to take the time to honor and celebrate them, and make sure they know we are proud of […]
UC Davis lecture halls: the good, the bad and the ugly
Criteria includes comfy seating, aesthetic, lighting and more. Ah, a lecture hall. The setting of so many power naps, failed microphones, unexpected quiz announcements and powerful waves of midterm stress. Beyond being the central setting for learning, a lecture hall should be designed for comfort for both the lecturers and...
New report from Sacramento State shows why college professors are concerned about AI
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A new report explores the complexity of artificial intelligence in higher education. The report, titled "I am literally overwhelmed by the onslaught: Faculty AI practices and attitudes," was recently released by the National Institute on Artificial Intelligence in Society at Sacramento State. Read the report here.
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