SB Set for Crucial Homestand

With some much-needed reinforcement, the UCSB men’s basketball team will try its luck tonight when the University of Idaho pays its last visit to the Thunderdome as a member of the Big West.

A Decision Without Discourse

Some local residents are feeling slapped in the face by the county’s decision to drop plans for the purchase of undeveloped land on the 6700 block of Del Playa Drive – as well they should.

Students Use Drugs for Attention

Christine, a second year communication major, said she tried Adderall for the first time last year because she was behind in her reading. A friend in her dorm told her about the drug and Christine – not her real name – said she was open to try it.

University-Owned Housing Signups Commence Today

After a computer glitch caused two days of delay, university technicians said the website that allows continuing students to sign up for the university-owned housing lottery will be ready for use today at noon.

SBIFF Calendar

So the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) is off and running – and better than ever. If you missed the world premiere of the new Woody Allen film “Melinda and Melinda,” the screenwriters panel featuring Zach Braff and Charlie Kaufman, the in-depth discussion between journalist Elvis Mitchell and “Sideways” star Paul Giamatti or the Platinum Award ceremony applauding Leonardo DiCaprio for his contribution to film – have no fear – there is still more fun to be had at this year’s festival.

Irvine Continues to Upset UCSB

The #7 UCSB men’s volleyball team was all question marks Wednesday night in Irvine; the Gauchos couldn’t find an answer for sophomore outside hitter Jayson Jablonsky in their second straight loss to #11 Irvine.

40oz. To Freedom: The Myth, The Mystery, The Pabst?!

Just call it Mister Versatility. Or perhaps it should be called Miss Mysterious. Sitting in my office, staring at my computer screen with a mundane, expressionless gaze rocking some 311 and trying to figure out how the hell I was going to fill a large, unallocated space on the ol’ opinion page, I was confronted with a question.

Puerto Vallarta, SB Participate in Police Trade

Three police officers from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico are getting a look at law enforcement north of the border thanks to an exchange program between their station and the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Dept.

SBIFF Honors Kate Winslet

The eternal sunshine of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival shined brightly on Tuesday evening. Four-time Oscar nominated actress Kate Winslet received the Outstanding Performance of the Year Award during a tribute held at the Lobero Theatre.

Gauchos, Vandals To Tango for First

Idaho has been bad this season, very bad. Tonight the Gaucho women’s basketball team will attempt to punish the Vandals for their offenses tonight at 7 in Moscow, Idaho.