RCSGD hosts ‘QT API-SSWANA Community Building’
The Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (RCSGD) is hosting “QT Asian Pacific Islander, South, Southwest Asian, North African (API-SSWANA) Community Building” on Thursday, April 23, from 4-5 p.m. at the RCSGD Lounge.
“Held in collaboration with EOP Peer Mentor, Justin, and the RCSGD, this space aims to bring students across the intersection of lived experiences and identities of the QT API-SSWANA community for connection, engagement, and conversation,” the event’s poster read.
RCSGD hosts ‘TRANScended Spotlight Social’
RCSGD is hosting “TRANScended Spotlight Social | T4T Speed Dating” on Thursday, April 23, from 6-8 p.m. at the Student Resource Building (SRB) Mountainside Lawn.
“Meet other trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming students, build new relationships,” the Shoreline description read. “This event is open to any and all students who seek to uplift gender expansive identities!”
Pizza will be provided for attendees.
IHC hosts screening of ‘Wuthering Heights’
The Interdisciplinary Humanities Center (IHC) is hosting a screening of the film “Wuthering Heights” on Thursday, April 23, from 8-10:35 p.m. at Isla Vista Theater.
“A passionate and tumultuous love story set against the backdrop of the Yorkshire moors, exploring the intense and destructive relationship between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw,” the Shoreline description read.
The screening is free for students and $6 for community members.
MCC hosts ‘Building Accountable Communities’
The MultiCultural Center (MCC) is hosting “Building Accountable Communities with Creativity IRL” on Friday, April 24, from 2-6 p.m. at the MCC Theater & Lounge as a part of its “Resilient Love” series.
“Watch SONGS FROM THE HOLE, the Netflix Original award-winning visual album-documentary composed in prison. Enjoy live music by the film’s writer, music artist, and main character, JJ’88. Then join discussion circles hosted by Richie Reseda and JJ ‘88, where they will discuss practicing real-life tools to build self-accountability and accountable communities, without relying on shame or punishment,” the Shoreline description read.
UCSB Sustainability hosts ‘Soil Studio’
UCSB Sustainability is hosting “Soil Studio: Housing For Your Plants” on Saturday, April 25, from 9-11 a.m.
“Join us for a hands-on workshop where we learn and build a protective cage for our raised garden beds and get educated on practical strategies to protect our crops from squirrels, gophers, and rabbits. Participants will leave with tools and knowledge to confidently protect their own gardens,” the Shoreline description read.
UCSB Library hosts ‘Connectivity: Grand Theft Hamlet’
The UCSB Library is hosting “Connectivity: Grand Theft Hamlet” on Saturday, April 25, from 2-3:30 at the Pollock Theater.
“Directed by Sam Crane and Pinny Grylls, the documentary is comprised entirely of in-game footage, with all of the subjects depicted by their online avatars. The film chronicles the challenges of mounting theater in an unconventional space—from scouting locations and coordinating auditions with players around the globe to navigating rehearsal conflicts—while also capturing unexpected moments of connection during a period of global isolation,” the Shoreline description read.
IHC and Isla Vista Arts hosts ‘Skating in Paradise’
IHC and Isla Vista Arts are hosting “‘Skating in Paradise’–Skate your worries away” on Sunday, April 26, from 4-6 p.m. at the Ice in Paradise ice skating rink.
The event offers free skate rentals to all UCSB students. Hot cocoa and “sweet treats” will be provided.
UCSB Sustainability hosts ‘Pastabilities: Cooking with Care’
UCSB Sustainability is hosting “Pastabilities: Cooking with Care” on Monday, April 27, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Methodist Community Garden.
“Together we’ll make a fresh Pasta Primavera using herbs and vegetables straight from the garden. This event is all about slowing down, connecting with community, and enjoying the process of cooking together. As we chop, stir, and taste, we’ll practice simple mindfulness by noticing the colors, smells, and flavors of the ingredients,” the Shoreline description read.
IVTU hosts ‘A Renters’ Rundown’
The Isla Vista Tenants Union (IVTU) is hosting “A Renters’ Rundown” on Monday, April 27, from 6-7 p.m. at the Santa Cruz Residence Hall Main Lounge.
“Are you thinking about or planning to live in Isla Vista next year? Well we’ve got an event for you! Come join RA Decker and the [IVTU], an affiliated campus organization with Associated Students, for a discussion on your legal and personal rights as a prospective renter in IV and helpful information such as managing payments and navigating negotiations with landlords,” the Shoreline description read.
IHC hosts screening of ‘The Secret Agent’
IHC is hosting a screening of the film “The Secret Agent” on Monday, April 27, from 8-10:45 p.m. in the Theater and Dance West building room 1701.
“’Amid the political turmoil of 1977 Brazil, a technology expert is forced into hiding and seeks help from the underground resistance as he tries to flee the country with his young son,’” the Shoreline description read.
The screening is free for students and $6 for community members.
A.S. Take Back the Night hosts self defense class
Associated Students (A.S.) Take Back the Night is hosting a self defense class on Tuesday, April 28, from 6-7 p.m. at the Corwin Pavilion.
“Join us for a day of self-advocacy as Asian American Studies professor and Empowerment Self Defense (ESD) instructor Erin Ninh guides us through strategies to defend our physical and emotional personhood,” the Shoreline description read.
This event is “specifically for women-identifying individuals,” however, they will be hosting another event in May open to all students.
A version of this article appeared on p. 2 of the April 23 print edition of the Daily Nexus.
