As Andrew Fulks retires from UC Davis after 23 years, his influence can be seen across the campus landscape—from the grasslands of Russell Ranch to the restoration of Putah Creek Riparian Reserve and the revitalized Arboretum Waterway. Fulks didn’t just care for these places—he helped redefine what they could be, and how people could work together to make them thrive.
The Arboretum Terrace Garden and Lois Crowe Patio, nestled on the east side of the Davis Commons Shopping Center. reopens to the public on Thursday, May 29, 2025 — just in time to celebrate its 25th anniversary as a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired gathering space.
If you’ve visited the UC Davis Arboretum recently, you might have noticed an algae bloom at the west end of the newly renovated Waterway. While algae can sometimes seem like a sign that something is wrong, Arboretum and Public Garden staff want visitors to know: this is actually a normal—and expected—part of a healthy wetland’s development.
Thanks to generous donations, dedicated volunteers, and passionate student leaders, we have made remarkable strides in planting new trees, enhancing campus landscapes, and creating opportunities for hands-on learning.
Help support the growth of Arboretum and its programs and ability to serve the public! Apply to be an Assistant Director of Development on behalf of the Arboretum and Public Garden
Pro Tip: Hit the filter icon in the upper left-hand corner of our online inventory, click "+ condition." Select "Category" from the first drop-down menu. Then toggle on the option you want which in this case is "Edible."
Voilá! You have a view of all our herbs, fruit trees, berries and more!
Updated 2/7/2025: Apply by date updated to March 7
Help keep the UC Davis campus, safe, beautiful and sustainable by joining our Grounds team! Apply to be a Grounds Supervisor at UC Davis, where every career employee receives extremely competitive health and retirement benefits including:
The Arboretum and Public Garden is one of ten campus collections participating in UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day. This year, we invite you to experience the best of both worlds: spend your morning exploring the fascinating indoor museums, then head outdoors in the afternoon to enjoy the Arboretum and Public Garden’s vibrant, nature-filled exhibits.
Mara Feldman, an environmental science and management major, joined the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden’s Learning by Leading™ internship program to further her plant knowledge and gain hands-on experience. Along the way, she developed valuable leadership skills.
Kathleen Socolofsky, assistant vice chancellor and director of the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden, has received the Lifetime Achievement Stewardship Award at the UC Davis Foundation Board’s 2024 Faculty and Staff Stewardship Awards Luncheon on October 19.
