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UNIVERSITY FARM CIRCLE 

friendship | enrichment | scholarships


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BIG DAY OF GIVING: MAY 2, 2024

Mark your calendars for May 2 when UFC will once again join non-profits across the area for Big Day of Giving. This year Golden 1 Credit Union is sponsoring a match when a member donates using their Golden 1 Credit Union debit or credit card. More information coming your way soon. If you have a question, please contact Pat Stromberg.

UFC Awards nine Scholarships to UCD Students

At our October 4, 2023, Scholarship Reception and Fall Welcome, we awarded scholarships to nine outstanding students. Details on the reception here. Bios of the recipients are here.

2023 – 2024 Scholarship Recipients pictured at right: (left to right) Madison Wong, Mindy Tran, Carmen Flores, Mariana Perez Sierra, Maria Del Carmen Morales Arellano, Evelyn Aguilar. Missing from photo: Darya Einollahi, Michael Ivener, Heather Li. Photo by Deanna Lee.



Welcome!

THEN: University Farm Circle was founded in 1914 to bring together the women associated with the University Farm—especially the female staff and faculty wives—to help the young boys at the school.

NOW: You do not need to be associated with the University to be a member. All are welcome!

If you are new to the community or to UFC, we invite you to join any of our Newcomers activities to get acquainted with our area and to meet other women.

For more information, email info@ufcdavis.org.

Join us!

Kathy Tyzzer, Kalli Louis, Mary Darlington at Great Bear Winery. Photo by Judy Howard.
Jeanie Istas, Mary McCafferty at Great Bear Winery. Photo by Judy Howard.
Terry Antonelli, Julie Schmidt at Great Bear Winery. Photo by Judy Howard.
Julie Schmidt, Sydney Moberg at Great Bear Winery. Photo by Judy Howard.
Susan Rodgers at Great Bear Winery. Photo by Judy Howard.
Marty Martinez, Beth Martinez at Great Bear Winery. Photo by Judy Howard.
Mary Ann Doerzbacher at Great Bear Winery. Photo by Judy Howard.
Julia Walker at Great Bear Winery. Photo by Judy Howard.
Members from Table 3: Penee Hughes, Holly Moen, Phyllis Baecker, Eileen Gueffroy, Sylvia Richman, Joann Beck at Great Bear Winery. Photo by Judy Howard.

Friendship

UFC makes a special effort to welcome Newcomers. It also currently has over 80 active Interest Sections, from A (Antiquing and Art Galleries) to Y (Yoga).

Enrichment

Over 600 members participate in Programs like our Speaker Series, trips, workshops, and annual events like our Fall Reception and Spring Luncheon.

Scholarships

UFC began awarding Scholarships in 1937. Today, we continue to award to qualified undergraduate students at UC Davis.

How-Tos

Programs and Newcomers Events

Upcoming events

  • Newcomers Matchbook Winery Spring Wine Tasting

    • April 25, 2024
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • 12300 County Road 92B, Zamora, CA

    Matchbook is a family-owned winery in the Dunnigan Hills, a 30-minute drive from Davis. Enjoy the views of the vineyard and a chance to socialize with your Newcomer friends.  This will be a "finger food" potluck, so please bring something to share.

    Contact: Andrea Forrest.






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  • Canceled - TCHO Chocolate Factory Tour

    • April 30, 2024
    • 3100 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA

    This event appeared in the 2023-2024 Program and Handbook, but it has been canceled.





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  • Annual UFC Spring Luncheon and Meeting

    • May 02, 2024
    • 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    • Historic Woodland Hotel, Woodland, CA
    • 20
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    The Spring Luncheon is historically the highlight of the year - a social gathering to celebrate all the old and new friendships developed over the years through UFC's programs and interest sections.  We welcome all members, but especially encourage Newcomers to share in this very special event.

    The luncheon includes a short business meeting to introduce the new officers for the coming year, a hot and cold buffet, wine, and nonalcoholic drinks.  For entertainment, tables will play a "Heart to Heart" get-to-know-you conversation starter game with questions such as:

    • Name three things you like about yourself.
    • What blows your mind every time you think about it?
    • What's something you can never seem to finish?
    • When you are down, what makes you feel better?
    In such pleasant company, this will be fun and help us get to know each other better.

    Cost: $40

    RESERVATION WINDOW: Thursday February 15, 2024 through Thursday April 25, 2024

    NOTE: Food, toiletries, and other essentials will be collected at the luncheon for The Pantry at UC Davis.  UFC helps keep The Pantry stocked so no UC Davis student misses a meal or lives without necessities.

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  • Newcomers First Friday Coffee

    • May 03, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • The Cannery, 2000 Cannery Loop, Davis

    Come and join us for the final First Friday Coffee of the year. Our guest speaker will be Susan Rodgers who will tell us about the Home Tour and Boutique in December. You will hear about the last Newcomer event, upcoming UFC events, and have plenty of social time. Please bring your favorite beverages. Snacks will be served.

    Please note: All Newcomers on our list will receive an email invitation to this event. RSVP so we know how many will be attending. If you have questions or wish to be removed from this list, contact Andrea Forrest (andieforrest@gmail.com).






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  • Newcomers Finale

    • May 15, 2024
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • Abbie's back yard

    Join us for an informal gathering to celebrate the year and bring it to a close. We will have a light lunch and plenty of time to talk. We will be joined by Board members who are anxious to meet you, answer questions, and talk about opportunities in UFC. 

    Please note: All Newcomers on our list will receive an email invitation to this event. RSVP so we know how many will be attending. If you have questions or wish to be removed from this list, contact Andrea Forrest (andieforrest@gmail.com).






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  • Scribner Bend Winery

    • May 17, 2024
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 9051 River Rd, Sacramento

    Scribner Bend Winery is just south of Freeport and across the river from Clarksburg. We will have a tour through the barrel room and meet the winemaker. Samples of wine are available along the tour, and you may purchase food from Paesanos Courtyard Kitchen. Contacts: Phyllis Baecker and Sally Nishida





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What Can a $4,000 Scholarship Do?

  • Help pay for tuition

  • Pay lab fees

  • Provide necessities such as rent and food

  • Purchase books and technology

  • Provide a huge boost in self-confidence, which helps the student persevere on their path of achievement

  • Most importantly, save the student hours of work. At $15.00 per hour, it would take approximately 267 hours to earn $4,000. That’s a lot of time that could be spent studying! 

Thanks to generous donations from members and others, UFC was able to give 11 talented UC Davis students scholarships of $4,000 each in 2022. In addition, we awarded $2,000 scholarships to two Yolo County graduates entering UC Davis.

Mission Statement

UFC (University Farm Circle) connects campus and community through friendship, enrichment, and scholarships.

  • Friendship: Welcomes newcomers to the university campus and community.
  • Enrichment: Provides programs and activities to meet the needs and interests of its members.
  • Scholarships: Assists students through scholarships.

Become a member

You do not need to be associated with the University to be a member.

All are welcome!

Join us!

Donate!

Contact us

University Farm Circle
PO Box 858, Davis, CA 95617-0858
info@ufcdavis.org • www.ufcdavis.org

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