Month: April 2010

News

Warning System Utilizes Facebook

April 6, 2010 by Jenna Ryan

In an effort to improve its effectiveness, the often criticized UCSB Alert System is increasing its networking skills with the help of Facebook.

Sports

Fullerton Breaks Out the Brooms

April 6, 2010 by Victor Bryant

UCSB softball opened conference play eyeing a fresh start to a disappointing season, but the Gauchos continued to struggle this past weekend as they were swept by Cal State Fullerton 10-1, 12-3 and 5-3 to push their losing streak to eight g...

Science & Tech

University Receives Donation for New Medical Center

April 6, 2010 by Nader Heidari

A $75 million gift from former Qualcomm Incorporated CEO and UC San Diego founding faculty member Irwin Jacobs and his wife Joan Jacobs will go toward the construction of the Jacobs Medical Center on UCSD's east campus.

News

Trader Joe’s Sells Sustainable Fish

April 6, 2010 by Bridget Hogan

Trader Joe's grocery store chain announced last month they will sell only environmentally sustainable fish by the end of 2012, responding to criticism from Greenpeace and customers about current seafood practices.

Science & Tech

Plants Can’t Grow Fast, Repel Pests, Too

April 6, 2010 by Nader Heidari

Biologists have found that plants lose their ability to defend themselves against pests if they grow too fast, creating a paradox for farmers looking to make the perfect crop.