Gauchos Lasso Mustangs
The UCSB club soccer team tamed the Cal Poly Mustangs last Friday, winning its game by a score of 3-0. After the Gauchos’ disappointing tie to UC Davis, junior forward Nick McEachin promised more aggressive play against the Mustangs, and UCSB lived up to his word. Santa Barbara (4-0-2) recorded their highest goal total of the season despite playing without starting senior forward Zach Smith, who was sidelined due to the controversial red card he received against Davis.
Asst. Professor Aims to Grasp Effects of War
A UCSB faculty member recently joined a national task force that is seeking to unpack the psyches of war-torn families and analyze the psychological and social impacts of forced relocation.
Governor Vetoes Student Aid Bill
Gov. Schwarzenegger vetoed the California Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act for the third time in three years last week, once again blocking undocumented students from obtaining campus grants and scholarships.
Fourth-Year Passes Suddenly
On Sept. 7, UCSB student Chad Andrew Briner died in his Isla Vista apartment at the age of 21. The cause of Briner’s death is still unknown, pending a toxicology report.
SB Begins Big West Season at UC Irvine
After a nonconference season that has certainly had its ups and downs, the UCSB men’s soccer team is finally ready to take on the Big West. It looks like the Big West may be ready to take on the Gauchos, too.
Royalty Must Earn Respect
I recently came across a small flyer in Java Jones titled: “Girls you are gorgeous: Welcome to Isla Vista.” The words that followed were warm and sincere. It admonished the female population of I.V. to “please safeguard your sexuality” this coming school year and reminded them that “real love is not cheap, free or easily […]
Freshmen Studies: The Bike Path
With a new year comes a new sea of bikes. Shiny beach cruisers, road bikes, mountain bikes, BMX bikes – whatever kind of bike you like or can afford. Enjoy these newly-bought squeaky-clean bikes because they won’t be clean for much longer. Contiguous with these bikes are new bike riders. I’d just like to help you out all you novice freshmen and give you some information that you might find helpful.
Really Cute.
Sarah Palin was so cute in the debates last night. “Can I call ya Joe?” Awwww. You know what else is cute? Tiny cockapoo puppies taking a shit. Tomorrow’s weather: We’re fucked if this woman is allowed to run this country.
Avocado Gala To Entertain Tastebuds
Featuring live music, contests and the world’s largest vat of guacamole, the 22nd annual California Avocado Festival is expected to attract large crowds of produce enthusiasts this weekend.