Face to Face With Chancellor May

In this episode, Chancellor May chats with Benjamin Weber, associate professor of African American studies, about his new book "American Purgatory: Prison Imperialism and the Rise of Mass Incarceration" and his research focused on racial inequity. Weber also shares the surprising job he would have in an alternate universe.

Chancellor May chats with transfer student and computer science major Ahmed Eltayeb in this episode. Among his many endeavors, Eltayeb started his own media production company, Five Percent Studios, to tell the stories of the Black student experience at UC Davis. The two connect over being a part of the National Society of Black Engineers, and Eltayeb gives Chancellor May some music recommendations.

In the latest episode of Face to Face, Chancellor Gary S May speaks with Julia Lee and Dustin Lower about their unique pathways towards graduating and the experiences that helped them make their next steps after graduation more tangible through on-campus resources. 

Chancellor May invites mechanical engineering graduate student Marc Corfmat on the show to chat about the LEGO Polaroid camera he designed and is now available on store shelves. The two connect over their shared interest in engineering and discuss the "rivalry" between "Star Trek" and "Star Wars."

In this episode, Chancellor May sits down to talk with Rachel Teagle, founding director of the Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art. Rachel came to UC Davis to help build the museum from the ground up. She shares her unique metric for success at the museum and her favorite work of art that she says has the power to change your life.

Chancellor May chats with pre-vet med student Orli Algranatti in this episode. Orli is a fourth-year animal science major who is passionate about helping animals. The two discuss the value of mentorship and undergraduate research opportunities and discover a shared love of travel.

Chancellor May sits down with third-year student Dheera Dusanapudi in this episode. Dheera is an international studies major and is the student lead of the Human Rights Studies program Article 26 Backpack, which assists and advocates for refugee students and their right to education. Chancellor May asks her about lessons she's learned from her humanitarian work and plans after graduation.

Chancellor Gary S. May sits down with Joanna Regulska, vice provost and dean of Global Affairs, in this episode of "Face to Face" to talk about UC Davis' efforts to provide global education for all. In the conversation, Joanna shares details about an exciting coffee research collaboration in Indonesia, and in the "Hot Seat" round, Chancellor May and Joanna discover a shared taste in music.

UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May talks with Beth Rose Middleton in this episode of "Face to Face." Beth Rose is a professor of Native American studies, and her research focuses on Native and Indigenous environmental policy and planning. The two discuss Beth Rose's books and the removal of the dams on the Klamath River, which have impacted the fisheries and local tribes' traditions for decades.

Chancellor May sits down with Kevin Johnson, dean of the UC Davis School of Law, to talk about immigration law, freedom of expression, and how to disagree respectfully as we head into an election year.

In this episode, Chancellor May sits down with Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Director Lina Mendez. Lina is leading UC Davis toward becoming a federally designated HSI and talks about what it means to be an HSI and her vision for the future.

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UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May sits down with assistant professor Rachael Bay to talk about the evolutionary adaptations of marine species in response to climate change in this episode. Rachael was named among of "The Brilliant 10" by Popular Science for her work and research looking at reef-building corals and how they've responded to warming oceans.

UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May talks with student and Twitter-famous storm chaser Colin McCarthy in this episode of "Face to Face." Chancellor May's sage advice to Colin: "School first, tweet later."

In this episode, UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May sits down to talk with Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Renetta Garrison Tull. Both come from a STEM background, and they discuss their shared passion for improving mobility and equity in STEM at UC Davis, as well as across disciplines. Also, find out a little-known fact about how the two first met.

Chancellor May sits down with UC Davis Police Chief Joe Farrow to talk about policing and how UC Davis is leading the way toward a more contemporary, community policing model to keep the campus safe. The chief is also doing important work around the topic of mental health and policing and is currently serving as president on the board of directors for the California chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).