Gauchos Sweep Big West Pair

Entering this past weekend, with a four game home losing streak, the UCSB women’s volleyball team was finally able to celebrate at the Thunderdome, sweeping UC Davis in three-games and upsetting Pacific in four.

Act Grants Journalists More Rights

Following recent controversies in which reporters were jailed for refusing to reveal their sources to police, the U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a bill that could guarantee more rights for journalists.

Gauchos Fall to Arizona State in First Road Meet

Despite strong performances from both Gaucho squads, the UCSB men and women’s swimming teams were defeated by Arizona State (1-3 overall for the men, 4-0 for the women). The Gaucho men (0-1) were narrowly beaten 177-170, while the women (1-2 overall) lost 236-111.

New Web Site Offers Teacher Rating

UCSB students looking for easy As may now have a new tool at their disposal following the creation of a new site which rates teachers based on the average grades they give.

SB Makes Strides Toward Playoff Berth

At a crucial point of the season, the UCSB women’s soccer team played solidly over the weekend with a pair of shutouts.

Take Me Home Tonight

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Alright, here’s the deal: I consider it part of my job to be kind of a dick most of the time. Being nice is just not conducive to providing a funny column.

Leopard Prowls for OS Domination

For us Mac users, this Friday marks a special day, which only happens every couple of years.

Armchair QB

What’s the best part of Halloween in SB? Well, this weekend we’ve gotta go with calling a soccer game in costume.