State Warns Fire Victims of Fraudulent Contractors
The California Contractors State License Board will be out in force next Tuesday in an effort to prevent phony contractors from scamming those who lost homes in the Jesusita Fire.
Begakis Ignores Reality of U.S. Health Care System
After reading Mr. Begakis’ article (Obama’s Health Plan Ignores Human Nature, May 13, 2009), I must say that it is a disappointment to see such a level of both misinformation and ignorance.
Undergrads Participate in Research Colloquium
Marking the largest turnout in the event’s history, 175 undergraduate students showcased their research and creative works yesterday at the annual Undergraduate Research Colloquium in Corwin Pavilion.
Begakis Misses the Mark in Health Care Rant
The remedial dribble of Mr. Begakis’ article (Obama’s Health Plan Ignores Human Nature, May 13, 2009) only goes to show how supposed “free-market” apologists have little understanding of the political economy they espouse.
UCSB Professor Receives National Honors
The prestigious National Academy of Education recently selected a UCSB faculty member to join its ranks.
“Pro-Palestinian” Anger Proves Counter-Productive
I consider myself pro-Palestinian and pro-peace in Middle East. I am a supporter of Israel who has always advocated Israel’s efforts to make peace, because I know that a successful, autonomous Palestinian state would be the best thing for the State of Israel and the Palestinian people.
Caution: Wet Cement
Today I’m going to get on my soap box real quick, because something’s bugging me.
Man Battles Fire Unassisted
UCSB emeritus professor Richard Martin recently fought the Jesusita Fire single-handedly, riding out the firestorm in a homemade bunker.
SB Set to Rock Riverside
After winning four consecutive games, Gaucho baseball hopes to continue building its case for NCAA playoff contention in a three-game series at Riverside’s Sports Complex beginning on Friday at 6 p.m.