Announcements
Request Tracker (RT) Introduction
A brief introduction to the Cluster ticketing system for support issues.
Making News
2017 Winkler Dinner Recap
The 2017 Winkler Dinner was held on May 20 in the UC Davis Robert Mondavi Instiute Olive Grove. The dinner, named in honor of the late professor and former Chair of the UC Davis V&E Department Albert J. Winkler, is the annual fundraiser organized and staffed by the students of the Davis Enology and Viticulture Organization (DEVO).
Research Spot Light on Dr. Andy Walker: Classical Breeding is Conquering Pierces Disease
Dr. Walker's lab works on combating grapevine pest and disease problems by breeding resistant rootstocks and fruiting varieties.
VEN 3: Introduction to Winemaking in France
The summer session of Introduction to Winemaking (VEN 3) partners with the U.C. Davis Summer Abroad program to offer the course in France.
Awards and Honors
Student Advisor Nicole Rabaud wins prestigious award
Congratulations are in order for Nicole Rabaud, who won the Certificate of Merit for Excellence in Advising, New Advisor 2017 from the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA). Nicole is the supervising graduate advisor for the Departments of Viticulture & Enology and Food Science & Technology.
Students
VEN grad student wins career grant
Kara Leong has won the 2017-18 American Association of University Women (AAUW) career grant. This grant assists women pursuing a certificate or degree to advance their careers, change careers or re-enter the workforce.
Student spotlight: new DEVO president Shelby Byer
Shelby Byer is a second-year master's candidate at UC Davis. Pursuing a life in wine wasn't initially on Shelby's radar.
Computing
Department Computer Lab - VEN Computing Lab - Rules
All currently registered Department of Viticulture & Enology students are eligible to use the computer lab.
Human Resources
Kurtural lab publishes paper in Scientia Horticulturae
Congratulations to Kaan Kurtural's lab! They have just published a paper in Scientia Horticulturae titled, "Precipitation before bud break and irrigation affect the response of grapevine Zinfandel yields and berry skin phenolic composition to training systems."