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Dennis Assanis appointed next UCSB chancellor

July 17, 2025 by

Dennis Assanis, former president of the University of Delaware, has been appointed as the sixth chancellor of UC Santa Barbara. He will assume the role on Sept. 1. 
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Senate discusses I.V. Arts funding, propose changes to legal code

July 16, 2025 by

The 76th Associated Students Senate heard from Isla Vista Arts members requesting funding amid federal budget cuts, and Senate leadership presented new projects in first summer meeting.
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UC president bans student governments from boycotting Israel

July 8, 2025 by

Outgoing University of California President Michael V. Drake announced in a letter to chancellors that student governments are banned from boycotting companies.
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Senate completes its final agenda of the year

June 25, 2025 by and

The 76th Associated Students Senate held its final meetings of the year on May 28 and June 4. Senators heard public comments and finished its final agenda.
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A.S. resolution passes, stipulating UCSB to recognize Armenian Genocide

June 20, 2025 by

The 75th Senate passed a resolution urging administration to honor Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day and condemn any denial of the Armenian Genocide.
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Executive Vice Chancellor David Marshall named UCSB interim chancellor

June 16, 2025 by

David Marshall, the executive vice chancellor of UC Santa Barbara, will serve as the interim chancellor starting July 15.
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MCC reviews Holistic Safety Plan

June 16, 2025 by

The MultiCultural Center hosted a forum to reflect on the implementation of their Holistic Safety Plan over the past year, as well as discuss upcoming plans. 
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Judicial Council charges former IVP with two violations of Membership Rights

June 6, 2025 by

The Judicial Council ruled in favor of Kamaya Jackson in the case of the Office of the Attorney General for Jackson versus former A.S. IVP Açucar Pinto.
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Missed evidence and conflicts of interest: Behind the controversial UCSB Associated Students 2025 election

June 4, 2025 by

A presidential candidate did not drop out due to Daniyal Siddiqui's direct actions though the Judicial Council charges him for it
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Group sets scooter on fire near residence hall

June 3, 2025 by

On June 2, the UC Santa Barbara Police Department responded to a report of arson where a group of people was seen lighting a scooter on fire.
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New community activism course offered upcoming fall quarter

May 30, 2025 by

A new course will be taught in the upcoming fall quarter which will explore how various communities work together to inspire change.
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Department of Asian American Studies celebrates its 30th anniversary with first-ever alumni reunion

May 29, 2025 by

UC Santa Barbara’s Department of Asian American Studies hosted its 30th anniversary celebration and first-ever alumni reunion on May 17-18. 
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Students highlight Black activism with ‘The Takeover’ screening

May 29, 2025 by

Audience members filled the MultiCultural Center Theater on Thursday night to watch film festival-recognized UC Santa Barbara student film “The Takeover.”
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Term in Review: A.S. S.A.G. Alvin Wang

May 22, 2025 by

Associated Students Student Advocate General Alvin Wang reflected on his term for the 2024-25 school year, highlighting basic needs initiatives he spearheaded and casework.
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Judicial Council rejects appeal on disqualification of A.S. presidential candidate

May 21, 2025 by and

Former Associated Students presidential candidate and Senator Daniyal “Dan” Siddiqui’s request to have his counts appealed was denied by the Judicial Council on May 15.
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