Refuting Military Misconceptions
This is a response to an editorial by Katie Joaquin (“Rally Toward Equality,” Daily Nexus, May 2) and the article titled “Rally Speaks out Against ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell'” (Daily Nexus, May 3). Both contain Joaquin’s disturbing beliefs concerning the U.S. military.
Students, Staff Address ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
Over 20 students, professors and community members debated in front of a packed crowd over the possible removal of military recruiters on campus at the Academic Senate’s special town hall meeting Wednesday afternoon.
Palindromes | Nothing Ever Changes
After a morning spent dodging anti-abortion protestors on out own campus, I found it appropriate to, some hours later, snuggle up on my couch with “Palindromes,” the newest Todd Solondz film, which was poised to pounce on these very activists.
Campus-Littering CSOs Do More Harm Than Service
When was the last time you saw a “Community Service Officer” doing anything involving the betterment of our UCSB community or any “service” to our campus citizens? They provide no feeling of communal upholding – rather, they destroy it – and the only service I’ve seen CSOs perform is servicing themselves while they wait to do something crucial to protect our campus and its students.
Campus Groups Ask for Increased A.S. Funding
The Associated Students Legislative Council revised and approved its 2005-06 budget last night at its weekly meeting – increasing the funding allocated to both Queer Commission and Student Lobby after a five-hour meeting.
The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy | Don’t Forget to Bring a Towel
You know when a film opens with dolphins singing about the end of the world in a song called “So Long, and Thanks For All The Fish” you are in for something… special. This weekend was not the official beginning of summer, but it was the opening of the summer movie season.
’40 Oz.’ Puts a Damper on Campus Efforts to Ensure Student Safety
In his column, “40 oz. to Freedom: Too Late Chancellor,” (Daily Nexus, April 29) Sean Swaby disregards and mocks the letter sent by Vice Chancellor Michael Young to UCSB students prior to their 21st birthday.
Environmentalists Attempt To Get Trees Off Chopping Block
A coalition of local environmental groups is urging Santa Barbara County to preserve its oak trees by stopping a two-year-old tree protection ordinance from getting the axe.
Upcoming: Living Legends To Perform at Hub
Bay area hip hop scenesters the Living Legends have been making waves in the music industry for the last 10 years with innovative sounds, politically active lyrics and highly acclaimed releases.
Chumash Chip in for Safety Depts.
If the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors has played its cards right, local public safety programs could soon see a grant of over $1 million from the Chumash Casino.