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Aggie Trading Post is the second branch to open on a college campus, following the mission and values of Isla Vista Trading Post at UC Santa Barbara. We host trading events where community members exchange clothing, establishing a small-scale circular economy. Events have a "three for free" policy, allowing attendees to take up to three items, regardless of if they donated clothes.

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We love plants! We want to share how great botany is with the UC Davis campus by making the science more accessible. Together we'll learn about the history of botany, hear from current botanists, and learn the basic vocabulary and skills to become budding botanists ourselves. We're looking forward to sharing all of the plant related resources on campus and enjoying the beauty of plants together.

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The purpose of Moo-C Davis is to educate the student community about the importance of dairy science and husbandry in the dairy industry. This club will also implement women in agriculture and provide support in a male-dominated field. Our purpose will be met through hands on experience, industry guest speakers, educational programs, and community service.

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The Davis Mycology Club is a student-run organization celebrating and acknowledging the importance, potential, and beauty of both native and non-native fungi. We aim to initiate interdisciplinary discussion on the significance of mycology and provide UC Davis students with a variety of project and field opportunities to explore fungal growth, life cycles, ecology, environments, cultural significance, and medicinal/drug applications.

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A student-run organization dedicated to propagating, planting, and promoting the planting of native plants in and around Davis. Our goal is to foster a better understanding of our native biodiversity among students and the general public through participatory events, including organized planting and educational outreach. We hope to increase the sustainability of Davis's urban ecosystem by planting native, drought tolerant species. Increasing local plant biodiversity can provide better habitat for insects and by extension, breeding and migratory birds. We also hope that by discouraging the planting of nonnative vegetation, we can decrease the risk of new invasive plants or pathogens being introduced to the area.

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The purpose of the Environmental Club at UC Davis is to meet other students with similar interests and to stay informed about environmental issues. The club also encourages interaction with the local environment through outdoor activities and conservation service projects, as well as socials and guest speakers. All majors are welcome!

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The Environmental Project Team builds a water treatment system for the competition but also builds knowledge, confidence, and friendships. Participants in the Environmental Project get exposure to the Environmental Engineering field; providing practical engineering design experience, project management skills, teamwork, and many other skills not found in school. During the competition, the project is judged on sustainability, treatment efficiency, cost, and an oral presentation. Team members conduct research into possible water treatment technologies, test raw and treated water, design and construct the water treatment system, and prepare a presentation. All aspects of the project are run by students from the beginning of the school year culminating in the ASCE Mid-Pacific Regional Conference (Mid-Pac) in late April.

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Food Recovery Network at UC Davis is a chapter of the nation-wide Food Recovery Network, and is made up of UC Davis students who want to help feed the community and reduce food waste. Members of this club deliver food from vendors to places that feed the local community and help spread awareness about food resources and waste.

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Hands on the Land seeks to cultivate a mindset of place-based renewal among people at UC Davis and beyond. We believe working hands and minds can nurture a thriving ecosystem. Our goal is to cultivate a mindset of place-based renewal through hands-on learning. We expect our members to give what they can, whether it be physical labor, intellect, or a novel perspective on our surroundings. Our work addresses large scale issues, such as climate change, through small, local solutions. Through community engagement and creative land management, we hope to restore functional landscapes together.

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• We want to start an inclusive hiking community that welcomes students from diverse (all) cultural backgrounds, especially international students often cannot be engaged actively with current hiking groups. And we want to use this group to call on more people to protect the environment, educate and encourage participation in sustaining the environment.
• Our first activity was launched in Dec 2024, we’ve already hosted 10+ events, bringing 300+ student participants together through nature.
• The club is led by a PhD student with strong leadership and outdoor safety experience, we ensure every hike is safe, organized, and meaningful.
• We are the founding chapter of the broader Hiking @ California club, now expanding to other UC campuses, with Davis as the leader.
• Our goal is to help students connect with nature and each other, cultivating a stronger sense of community and belonging.
• Guided by the spirit of “Find a way, and lead the ways,” we believe everything we make together is a path toward trust, growth, and shared dreams.
• Our app is coming soon, making it even easier to explore, join, and grow with us, across all UC campuses.

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Students will meet to share experiences of observing and documenting the natural world. Members will expand their knowledge and understanding of the diversity of species local to the Davis area, including plants, insects, fungi, birds, mammals, and more. Members will learn how to upload their photos to iNaturalist, a free public database, where organisms are identified.

All students are welcome, especially students who enjoy hiking, the outdoors, or photography. No prior knowledge of local species or special photography equipment necessary (mobile phone cameras are fine).

The club will document organisms on iNaturalist.org. On iNaturalist, anyone can map and upload photos of an organism and get it identified.

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The Indoor Gardening Club is dedicated to creating a strong community of indoor gardeners. Our mission is to educate members in plant care and sustainability, promote eco-friendly practices, and foster a sense of belonging. We prioritize wellness, stress relief, and environmental advocacy, while encouraging creativity and continuous growth within our community. We welcome students of all skill levels, hoping to deepen our members' connection to nature and contribute to a more sustainable and connected community here at UC Davis!

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The Marine Science Club aims to connect individuals who are passionate about the ocean, raise awareness on marine issues, and foster interest through professional and social outreach events.

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P.E.A.C.E. (People for the Elimination of Animal Cruelty through Education) at UC Davis is a community that educates students on animal rights and speaks up for those who have do not have a voice. P.E.A.C.E. members work to achieve equality and respect for all and strive to see a world where animals are not exploited for humans to wear, eat, experiment on, or use in any way. We are a sibling of UCSD P.E.A.C.E.

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Plant Futures is a network of students, academics, and professionals that is broadly focused on accelerating the transition to plant-based food systems at the intersection of social justice, public health, and environmental sustainability. We are part of the greater mission to bring about a more ethical, sustainable, healthy, accessible, culturally appropriate, food system.

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The Davis Chapter of the Society for Conservation Biology (SCB-D) is a group for graduate and undergraduate students interested in the conservation of biodiversity. SCB-D is affiliated with the Society for Conservation Biology, a global organization of conservation professionals. We have programs in environmental stewardship, outreach and education, policy, sustainability, and community engagement and we host fun conservation-related events for UC Davis and the broader Davis community. We welcome students from all backgrounds and take an active role in equity and inclusion in conservation biology.

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Sprout Up provides environmental education to 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders. Our college student-instructors strive to promote sustainability throughout the community.

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SEEDS is a program of the Ecological Society of America (ESA). This club is about encouraging underrepresented students to explore the field of ecology. SEEDS will aid students in the transition from college to career by broadening students' perspectives with eco-trips and guest speakers. Past events have included camping trips to Lake Tahoe, tours of the Bodega Bay Marine Laboratory and the Tahoe Environmental Research Center, free entry to the California Academy of the Sciences and Monterey Bay Aquarium, and dozens of research opportunities ranging from sustainability to fieldwork in biodiversity.

Our meeting times this year are every other Thursday @6:00pm - for the most up to date information on meeting times, join our discord (https://discord.gg/zfYcdQ5SkZ) and listserv!

Website: davisseeds.weebly.com

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Our mission is to give students a medium to showcase and practice design skills learned in class and apply them to tangible, real-world projects. We focus on including aspects of research and rain garden design to bring students together under the common goal of creating more environmentally friendly and sustainable spaces in the Davis community.

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The Surfrider Foundation Club at UC Davis is a community of students with the intention of promoting climate change awareness with a particular emphasis on ocean and waterway issues through activism, policy engagement, and community service events. We seek to provide both a platform and connections for students with climate-forward ideas to enable the mobilization of collaborative solutions.

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The Sustainable Environmental Design club is an on campus student organization that’s intention is to support those interested in sustainability and design. While initially established as a major club, we invite students of all disciplines! If you're interested in learning about sustainability, building artistic and drawing skills, growing community, or just having fun and exploring come join us.

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1.To promote education and conservation of herpetology at UC Davis.
2.To provide a meeting space for those interested in herpetology.

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