Gauchos Look to Suprress Sleepers

The first-place UCSB women’s volleyball team (14-3, 9-2 in the Big West) will take its pillowcases from Northridge to Stockton this weekend in hopes of returning home on Halloween with the heaviest bag of candy in the conference.

UCSB, I.V. Parking To Be Restricted Over Busy Weekend

With the transformation of Del Playa Drive into a mile-long “no parking” zone for Halloween weekend, Isla Vista residents and out-of-town visitors may find themselves scrambling to find a place to keep their cars.

Damn Skippy: Ignorance Is Bliss – If You’re a Righty

I am not a huge fan of the United States’ two-party electoral system. Having only two viable parties polarizes the country and creates awkward spoiler scenarios. I am convinced, though, that the worst part of our two-party system is the options that are available.

I.V. Volunteers Prepare to Tidy Post-Party Slop

With Halloween weekend two days away, the Isla Vista Recreation and Park Dept. (IVRPD) is already preparing for the after-party cleanup.

Let the Endorsements Speak for Themselves – Vote Nava

The election on Nov. 2 promises to be one of the most important in the history of our nation. Students at UCSB have a long history of civic action and rank at the top of the list of UCs in terms of voter registration and turn-out.

Surf Column: Trippin’ on Blue

So I didn’t have an article last week. My editor got mad, and I still can’t figure out why; seems to me you can’t hire a surf columnist and then be all surprised when he flakes out on you.

Bernie Goes East

The death of a family member is probably the single most emotionally painful thing that we as human beings have to bear. The prospect of disappearing form this earth, never to return to our family and loved ones again, is simply not an understandable concept, and trying to console those who have lost a loved one is indeed a daunting task.

Students Debate Issues at New A.S. Congress

Over 70 students attended the first annual Associated Students Congress on Wednesday night, where they voted on the top three goals they would like the student government to work toward this year.

Indecisive Democrat Owes Us An Apology

If I got one-tenth of a cent every time I heard someone say that President Bush lied about WMDs here on campus, I would rival Bill Gates in wealth. I’m sure everyone has heard this numerous times from the dominant powerhouse of liberals here on campus.

Dorms To Slam Doors on Outsiders

On-campus residents will find themselves looking for alternative entrances into their residence halls this Halloween weekend due to an increase in residential security.