On May 6, 2024, a group named Davis Popular University for the Liberation of Palestine erected tents on the Quad, consistent with actions taken on campuses across the country. On June 20, the group voluntarily removed the encampment. This page contains university statements and information regarding the university response to these and related developments.
Update: Thursday, Aug. 19, 2024
On Monday, Aug. 19, University of California President Michael V. Drake provided an Update to UC Campus Climate Efforts.
Update: Thursday, June 20, 2024
UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May issued a statement after students voluntarily removed the encampment.
Chancellor's Statement: Status of the Encampment
Update: Monday, June 10, 2024
Travel Delays to Campus
Due to protest activity at campus entrances, expect delays traveling to campus this morning (June 10), especially by Unitrans. Update: Travel delays were fully resolved by 1 p.m.
Update: Monday, June 10, 2024
Travel Delays to Campus
Due to protest activity at campus entrances, expect delays traveling to campus this morning (June 10), especially by Unitrans. Update: Travel delays were fully resolved by 1 p.m.
Update: Thursday, May 29, 2024
Statement: Message Regarding Recent Disruptions to the Academic Mission
On May 29, in response to disruptions in classrooms and other campus facilities, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs Pablo Reguerin, Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies Jean-Pierre Delaplanque and Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Education sent a Message Regarding Recent Disruptions to the Academic Mission to students ,staff and faculty.
Update: Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Statement: May 15 Student March Through Buildings
On Wednesday, demonstrators who are not affiliated with the encampment on the Quad led a march through six campus buildings, briefly entering classrooms in some of them. University leaders are gathering more information and plan to address any concerns related to the conduct.
Students can learn more about their rights and responsibilities related to Freedom of Expression at this website.
Update: Wednesday, May 15, 2024
No Arrests at Memorial Union Quad Encampment
There have been no arrests in relation to the encampment or counter-demonstrators.
There have been a few heated moments and occasions where security personnel have been called, including a brief encounter on the afternoon of May 14. Students, security staff and others have worked quickly to de-escalate these situations when they arise.
When the university receives a complaint of offensive behavior, it immediately reaches out to the affected parties to provide support and resources, and reviews the allegations under the university’s anti-discrimination policy.
Update: Wednesday, May 15, 2024
May 15 UC Davis Statement on Student Encampment
Update: Monday, May 6, 2024
Statement from Chancellor Gary S. May on Encampment Set Up May 6
Resources
If any member of the UC Davis campus community believes that they have been subject to harassment and or discrimination, they may file a complaint with the Harassment & Discrimination Assistance and Prevention Program, or HDAPP. HDAPP can also work with you to explore supportive measures to mitigate the impact on the work and/or learning environment.
The following university resources are also here to support you:
- Office of Student Support and Judicial Affairs — Case managers are available to help students who are struggling with challenges and crisis-related issues.
- Aggie Mental Health — Counseling support is available.
Media Resources
Media contact:
- James Nash, jnash@ucdavis.edu, 530-219-0943