New Probes Stop Tumor Blood Flow
A UCSB researcher recently received a $3.8 million grant from the Dept. of Defense to continue his work developing probes that can target cancer cells.
Police Blotter
Approximately 10 males at the corner of Embarcadero Del Norte and Segovia Road who were surrounding a young woman with her back against a fence sparked the interest of patrolling officers.
Fuck a Turkey
So, who actually went to class today? You’re one of the few. If you go tomorrow, you can be proud as a fucking Marine (you know, before the military went to shit). Except you won’t be going of your own accord. You’ll be stuck in class while all your friends are enjoying a long, relaxing […]
Regents Examine Fee Hike
Even the Regents admit it: Student fees will probably go up next year.
Bribing My Way Through Russia
Taking a three-day weekend break from Moscow to St. Petersburg actually turned out to be a breath of fresh air from the Russian capital. Don’t get me wrong now; I love Moscow for all that it has to offer (this is my second time studying abroad here), but there are still things here that leave […]
I.V. Bums: Leave Me Alone!
While I was peacefully sleeping one morning, the eccentric voice of a very animated pirate entered my dream. However, this was no Johnny Depp. Shortly thereafter I opened my eyes and, to my surprise, the hearty huffs and growls echoed on. WTF? After the initial haziness faded, I realized that the voice was not some random construction of my subconscious. Rather, the infamous Isla Vista Pirate was sitting on the steps outside my bedroom window and talking to himself.
Dominant.
Perfection isn’t a word that should be casually tossed around in sporting circles, for in the strictest sense perfection is almost impossible to achieve. That said, the UCSB women’s club soccer team was perfect this season.
A Week and a Half Later, Only Ashes Remain
Over the past week, hundreds of Santa Barbara locals have returned to their neighborhoods to find only charred remnants.
Thank Yous, Odessey Years and Russian Bribery
In the Daily Nexus blogs this week, Health Guy Michael Takahara doles out thank yous for his health (and his final post!). Career guru Micael Kemp reassures 20-somethings that all that wandering after graduation isn’t necessarily without purpose; it’s just exploration during the “odyssey years.” And after you’re through with those, click on over to […]
Enrich Your Life Through Best Buddies Program
How many friends do you have who love you unconditionally? I have many because of Best Buddies. In fact, as a previous member of the UCSB Best Buddies chapter, I could be absolutely certain at every event that I would enter a room full of people who immediately welcomed my presence and desired my companionship.