Undergraduate

The Magicians Behind the MASC

Meet the Materials Science Advantage Chapter, the UC Davis engineering club responsible for Picnic Day’s famous Materials Magic Show — and for bringing attention to the amazing things materials science makes possible.

Bringing an Engineering Mindset to the 111th Picnic Day

Meet the five Aggie Engineers on the 111th Picnic Day board who are bringing their skills, ingenuity and engineering acumen to the (picnic) table to ensure everything from the Doxie Derby to the Chemistry Show is a success at this annual event.

Thinking Inside of the Box

As climate change becomes an evermore concerning issue, researchers are working to make carbon capture and storage technologies more accessible, stable and environmentally friendly. See how a team of students is taking on the challenge one cubic foot at a time.

From Mentee to Mentor

From human-computer interaction studies to data privacy projects, fifth-year student Bipasha Sengupta has gained hands-on experience while guiding fellow students at UC Davis. Now, as she prepares to graduate, she reflects on how mentorship and research have shaped her journey.

More Than a Network: How NSBE Supports and Elevates Black Engineers

The UC Davis chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers is more than just a club — it’s a community, a support system and a launchpad for success. The organization’s president Xaveria Azodoh shares how it fosters belonging, opens doors to career opportunities and empowers the next generation of Black engineers.