In 2025, we were reminded of the value of UC Davis and its profound impact on the lives of those in California and beyond. Our commitment to research, teaching and public service continued to drive progress and create opportunities for the next generation of leaders, scientists, engineers, athletes, makers, artists, doctors and veterinarians. We achieved eligibility as a Black-Serving Institution. UC Davis ranked No. 1 in sustainability for the tenth year in a row and ascended to the No. 2 ranki

Today is a historic moment for UC Davis and for veterinary medicine worldwide. We are honored to announce a $120 million gift, the largest ever made to veterinary medicine, from philanthropists Joan and Sanford I. Weill through the Weill Family Foundation. In recognition of their extraordinary generosity, our school is now named the University of California, Davis Joan and Sanford I. Weill School of Veterinary Medicine. Learn more: https://www.ucdavis.edu/news/uc-davis-receives-120m-gift-largest