Student Organizations

Student Programs and Activities Center (SPAC)

4th floor, Memorial Union
(530) 752-2027; http://spac.ucdavis.edu

Studies have shown that college students who are involved in campus life through activities and organizations feel more connected to the campus, are more satisfied with their college experience and are more likely to graduate than non-involved students. The Student Programs and Activities Center (SPAC) provides students with opportunities for campus involvement, leadership development, community service, cross-cultural competence and collaboration by supporting a wide variety of student organization and campus programs.

Student Organizations

More than 465 student organizations are registered at UC Davis through SPAC. They consist of cultural, social, religious, political, ethnic, academic, professional, international, recreational, performing arts and service groups, that provide students and the entire campus with important educational experiences. SPAC provides educational programs, consultation, training, event planning, leadership development, conflict resolution, resources and campus policies. More information about each registered student organization or how to start a club is available at the Web site listed above.

Activities Faire

(530) 752-2027; http://spac.ucdavis.edu/af

The Activities Faire held every October is an ideal opportunity to learn how to get involved, meet new people and try new activities, with over 190 student organizations and campus programs providing information and recruiting members.

Cal Aggie Marching Band-Uh!

Cal Aggie Marching Band-Uh!
(530) 752-6469; http://camb.ucdavis.edu
The Cal Aggie Marching Band Uh! celebrates campus traditions and entertains spectators at athletic, campus and community events. As one of the few student-run bands in the nation, the band has a style and personality indicative of UC Davis.

Culture Days

(530) 752-2027; http://spac.ucdavis.edu

The annual Culture Days programs strive to build an inclusive and welcoming campus community through programs that raise awareness and celebrate our cultural diversity. Programs include Asian Pacific Culture Week, Black Family Week, La Raza Cultural Days and Native American Culture Days. Everyone is invited to share in these programs featuring speakers, workshops, films, entertainment and family events.

Danzantes del Alma

(530) 752-2027; http://spac.ucdavis.edu/programs/danzantes

This popular student folklórico dance troupe celebrates the culture and heritage of Mexico through performances on campus and throughout northern California. All students are invited to participate and no prior dance experience is required.

Greek Life

(530) 752-2027; http://spac.ucdavis.edu/programs/greek
Affiliation with fraternities and sororities provides a connection to campus through friendships, a support group for academic and personal growth, leadership opportunities and involvement in campus activities and traditions.

The Student Recruitment and Retention Center

16 South Hall
(530) 754-6836; http://thecenter.ucdavis.edu

The Student Recruitment and Retention Center is a student-run program serving historically underrepresented students. Programs include Southeast Asians Furthering Education (SAFE); (BRIDGE) Filipino Outreach and Retention; American Indians for Recruitment and Retention (Ne' Ue); African Americans and Africans Cultivating Education (ACE); Yik'al Kuyum—The Chicano and Latino Holistic Student Support Program; and Graduate Academic Achievement and Advocacy Program (GAAAP). The SRRC family is a group of culturally diverse students striving to develop and implement projects that will foster educational equity. We provide middle school and high school tutoring, mentoring, community college transfer outreach programs, leadership retreats, workshops, studypaloozas, and much more. Join our staff or volunteer and receive internship units or transcript notation.

Cal Aggie Student Alumni Association (SAA)

Walter A. Buehler Alumni and Visitors Center
(530) 752-0115 or (530) 752-0286; http://www.alumni.ucdavis.edu

All UC Davis students are encouraged and welcome to become SAA members. SAA follows the mission of “advancing student-alumni relations” by building community between past and present Aggies, providing student leadership opportunities, upholding Aggie traditions and offering benefits and services. Programs include Aggie Diner, Take an Aggie to Lunch, Take an Aggie to Work, alumni panels, Distinctly Davis Tours, Aggie Welcome events, Pajamarino and community service opportunities. You may join SAA any time during the academic year; the annual membership cost is $25 and includes 10 percent off UC Davis imprinted merchandise at the UC Davis Bookstore, a 10 percent discount at Watermelon Music, 15 percent off at Woodstock's Pizza, access to our Aggie Flower Club and $100 off Princeton Review test prep, just to name a few.