Six people stand in a row outdoors in front of a glass-walled building. Five students, holding awards and certificates, pose on either side of a man in a red and black academic robe and cap. The students appear to be honored at a recognition event.
This year’s top graduating seniors were recognized at the CBS award ceremony on Saturday, May 31. Here, the recipients are pictured with CBS Dean Mark Winey. From the left, the recipients are: Nicole Burye, Avantika Gokulnatha, Sydney Becker, Shih-Na Liu and Kush Narang. (Katrina Huynh / UC Davis)

Talent, Curiosity and Dedication: Year-End CBS Awards Honor Top Undergraduates

Supported by philanthropy, awards recognize student leadership, community service and research excellence

  • by Evan White

Each year, the College of Biological Sciences honors its top undergraduates at a special awards ceremony attended by friends, family, mentors, and donors. The 2025 recipients were recognized for their academic excellence, commitment to building community, service to campus and peers, and exceptional achievements in research.

The college’s undergraduate awards are made possible through philanthropy. Support from alumni, parents, and friends—through the CBS Annual Fund, Dean’s Circle, and endowed gifts—directly funds hands-on research opportunities in the lab, classroom, and field. The breadth of awards reflects the wide-ranging interests, disciplines, and aspirations within the college, as well as the generosity of our donor community.

This year’s honorees, formally recognized on Saturday, May 31, embody the talent, curiosity, and dedication that make the College of Biological Sciences—and UC Davis—a remarkable place to learn and grow.

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