A Live Wire With Plastics: Nobel Winner Alan Heeger
The first in a four-part series exploring the contributions of UCSB’s nobel laureates. Today’s article features the life of Alan Heeger.
Help Surfrider Protect Gaviota Coast Beaches
We have serious problems with our coast right now, and the beaches need student help. Our water quality in I.V. and on campus is poor, largely because of what flows down the storm drains (oil, fertilizers, pesticides, dog crap and more).
Men’s Volleyball Trashes Tritons in Conference Opener; Slugs are Next to be Slugged
On Saturday the Gauchos poured into the RIMAC Arena where they dusted off UC San Diego in a 30-20, 30-24, 30-24 victory, leaving the Tritons thirsty for more in the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation season opener.
Speakers Honor King
To honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s life, 38 people – students, staffers and families from the community – gathered around UCSB’s Eternal Flame at noon Monday.
Men’s Basketball Succumbs to Anteaters on Road at End of Long Trip
The Gauchos (5-8, 2-1 in the Big West) fell to the Anteaters (11-2, 3-0) for their first loss in Big West competition before 3,084 spectators.
Locals Gather to Discuss Substance Abuse
Friends and family remembered victims of alcoholism and drug addiction Monday night during Santa Barbara’s second-annual candlelight procession.
Men’s Basketball Slays Titans in 74-71 Win
After blowing a double-digit lead against CSUF and allowing the Titans to recapture the lead in the final minute, Santa Barbara (5-7, 2-0 in the Big West) took over with key plays from its young veterans that got the team into the predicament originally, squeaking out a 74-71 victory.
University Housing Tenants Claim Apartments Befouled by Fungus
Low rents and a safe community have made University Family Student Housing a popular living choice, although some residents claim fungus has soiled its reputation.
Hollywood Hypocrisy – Pot Calls the Kettle Black
As many of you know, Marilyn Manson is playing a concert here in town this weekend at the Arlington Theater. I’m not a big fan, but I do appreciate the effort and showmanship of any performer, even if I don’t agree with the lyrical content of his or her music. After all, it’s just a band, a show, a performance, whatever.
Men’s Basketball Prepares for Big West Showdown With Titans
The Gauchos are looking for a streak that they have been unable to accomplish all year: the attempt to win three games in a row.