Term in Review: EVPSA Alia Sky

May 10, 2021 by

Despite remote hurdles and a difficult transition into office, Sky believes she was able to accomplish the pursuits she held while running for the position.
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UCSB Library Begins Four-Phase Plan of Reopening Study Spaces on Campus

May 6, 2021 by

Santa Barbara County is now in the orange tier in the COVID-19 reopening framework, allowing for greater seating capacity. 
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Spring 2021 Commencement To Feature Virtual Keynote Address From Oprah Winfrey and In-Person “Grad Walk”

April 23, 2021 by

The “Grad Walk” will take place during the week of June 7 as an in-person event, Yang said in the email, during which graduates can walk across a stage as their names are announced.
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Isla Vista Party Takes Home Executive Majority, Storke Party Claims the Most Senate Seats

April 23, 2021 by , , and

This year’s election yielded the lowest voter turnout numbers in five years.
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UCSB Sends Timely Warning Regarding Sexual Assault in People’s Park

April 7, 2021 by

The parties involved in the sexual assault are not affiliated with the UCSB community. 
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Goleta Union School District Reflects on Remote Instruction Experience Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

March 8, 2021 by

After almost a year of remote instruction, Goleta Union School District is gearing up to return to the classroom in the near future, albeit with some changes. 
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UCSB Event Brings Book Artist Tia Blassingame To Inspire Art and Activism

February 28, 2021 by

Blassingame provided insight into her efforts to evoke the conversations of race and racism woven into American history through printmaking and book art.
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Most Classes To Be Held Remotely, RecCen and University Library Hopeful For Limited Reopening in Spring Quarter

February 23, 2021 by

For the upcoming summer quarter, Yang said UCSB is working on a plan to offer an “enhanced summer quarter” with both remote and residential opportunities.
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Student-Led Social Media Platforms Keep Tabs on Parties, Large Gatherings in Isla Vista

February 2, 2021 by

The platform owners hope that their advocacy will help UCSB students in Isla Vista feel safe and informed amid the pandemic.
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Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQIA+ Students From Afar: RCSGD’s Plans for Fall Quarter and Beyond

November 16, 2020 by

With a calendar full of events and programs for the virtual fall quarter and beyond, the Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity waits with open arms.
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Students Reflect on the 2020 Presidential Elections and Prepare for Political Divisiveness

November 13, 2020 by

The Isla Vista Community Services District says there is little to no concern for violent demonstrations and that law enforcement has not provided any information on possible threats in the area.
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Arts & Lectures Begins 2020-21 School Year With Full Season of Virtual Events

October 21, 2020 by

A&L is showcasing a variety of free films at the West Wind Drive-In, which started on Oct. 13 and will continue through Dec. 16.
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Goleta Union School District, Isla Vista Elementary School Move Forward With Fall Plans

September 17, 2020 by

Goleta Union School District schools will stay fully remote until Santa Barbara County moves down to Tier 3 in Governor Newsom’s reopening plan.
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Platform Holly Decommission Stalled Due to Covid-19 Pandemic

September 15, 2020 by

Despite setbacks, the California State Lands Commission continues to plug Platform Holly’s well bores with coil tubing and cement during the pandemic.
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Students and Parents Adjust Expectations for the First Day of Online College

August 31, 2020 by

With online classes and residence hall limitations, the university will not be welcoming students to campus with the normal celebrations.
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