Looking Back on Wednesday
So, we made it over the hump.
Cal Poly Heads Into Hostility
The rivalry just got heated. With identical Big West records and sole possession of second place on the line, UC Santa Barbara (10-7 overall, 5-2 Big West) welcomes Cal Poly (8-10, 5-2) into the Thunderdome at 7 p.m. with both squads seeking to solidify their spot among the conference elite.
Tips for Tokers, Insight for Imbibers
A few questions about alcohol and drugs have come my way. I was curious, so I asked UCSB Alcohol &Drug counselor-educator Stuart Light, MFTI, to help me give you the answers.
Gauchos Storm SBIFF
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival has always dedicated a portion of its programming to showcasing the talent of local filmmakers, and this year is no different. In fact, six short films made by UCSB students were chosen to run at this year’s festival, including several Film & Media 106: Crew Production projects. Artsweek gives you the lowdown on the Gaucho-made films that made the grade.
Teacher “Don” Luis Leaves Chican@ Studies Legacy
UCSB professor and internationally renowned scholar Luis Leal died on Jan. 25. He was 102.
Honors Program Offers Flexible Study Options
Reading last week’s Nexus editorial, I was embarrassed, to say the least, of one of my peers. As a fellow English major, honors student and Gaucho, it’s disheartening to see yet another stressed student resort to complaining.
“Chip” Off the Old Block ****
A band that’s put out a couple records and developed a solid fan base can usually take one of two seemingly contradictory paths — consistency or musical evolution. Hot Chip’s One Life Stand shows how a band can accomplish both.
Officials Address Recent Vagrant Deaths
Five homeless people have died in Santa Barbara since the New Year began, including three this past weekend.
Grupo de Rua @ Campbell
Creating a bold new voice for hip hop, Bruno Beltrão, artistic director of Grupo de Rua, transforms street dancing into a classical piece of dance theater that reflects a dancer’s everyday life in Brazil.