UCSB Faces USC in Search of First MPSF Win
The unrelenting schedule continues for the #14 UCSB men’s volleyball team, as the Gauchos (1-3 overall, 0-1 in the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation) head down to Los Angeles to face #11 USC (1-3, 0-1 MPSF).
Fashion Show To Benefit Threatened SB Coast
Surfers and fashion lovers alike will strut their stuff downtown as the Santa Barbara Surfrider Foundation puts on its first annual Martinis & Bikinis fashion show and cocktail party to help protect and preserve the Gaviota Coast.
Gauchos and Trojans Set to Get Wet at Campus Pool
Coming off of a solid performance at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Invite, the UCSB men’s and women’s swim teams are ready to dominate…
Annual Bonfire Sparks Fire Safety Presentation
Much like the citizens of Whoville found in Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Solvang residents will rally around the Christmas tree tonight, albeit with one difference – the tree is on fire.
“There Will Be Blood”
Translating a 1927 novel about the Teapot Dome Scandal made famous to most modern-day moviegoers via the venue…
Name Game
I usually have no pity for the kids of Francisco Torres – in fact I may or may not be one of the people who drives by and yells “Fuck FT!”
Robot Technology Gets Sexy Twist
“Great sex on tap for everyone, 24/7,” promises David Levy on the final page of his recent book.
Armchair QB
Props to Avi and C.O.B. for cashing in on their success as Gauchos.
EPA To Inspect Oil Company’s Facilities
In light of a substantial oil spill in the Santa Ynez Valley last weekend – the second major leak in a month from the corporation responsible…
Modern Master
Renowned for his bestselling novels, The Virgin Suicides and Middlesex, Pulitzer Prize-winner Jeffrey Eugenides is known for his ability to brilliantly depict modern American life in a way that seems to resonate with readers around the world.