Caribbean Student Association brings back ‘Black Wednesdays’

November 21, 2025 by

"Black Wednesdays” is an event that began in the mid-1980s and aims to raise awareness on the presence of the Black community on campus.
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Former student employees sue ICON Apartment supervisors, alleging sexual assaults and discrimination

November 20, 2025 by

Two plaintiffs have filed civil lawsuits against Article Student Living, which operates the ICON Apartment buildings in Isla Vista.
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AFSCME goes on strike

November 19, 2025 by and

AFSCME went on strike on Nov. 17 and 18, picketing at various locations across the UC Santa Barbara campus
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AFSCME, CNA to strike next week

November 14, 2025 by and

Two unions representing workers at the University of California will strike next week, from Nov. 17-18.
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Sherrilyn Ifill speaks on reimagining American democracy

November 14, 2025 by and

Sherrilyn Ifill delivered a lecture on reimagining American democracy, the role of the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and the concept of citizenship.
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November CalFresh benefits to be available in full

November 7, 2025 by

The County Department of Social Services announced CalFresh benefits for November have been processed, and that beneficiaries will see full benefits on Nov. 7
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805 UndocuFund supports immigrant communities facing crises

November 7, 2025 by and

805 UndocuFund is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting undocumented communities in the 805 area code.
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Campus supplements S.N.A.P. benefits

November 5, 2025 by

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits are delayed until further notice. There are several campus resources for students facing food insecurity.
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Board of Supervisors denies permit transfer to Sable

November 5, 2025 by and

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors denied the transfer of county permits for the Las Flores Pipeline from ExxonMobil to Sable Offshore in a 4-1 vote on Nov. 4.
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American Indian and Indigenous Collective creates community spaces and resources

October 31, 2025 by

At the American Indian and Indigenous Student Association Center, Indigenous or native-identifying students can find a community space and access resources.
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IVCSD implements I.V. parking compliance program

October 30, 2025 by and

As part of an effort to address parking issues, Isla Vista Community Services District aims to implement a new parking compliance program in November.
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Black Quare revives community space for Black LGBTQIA+ students

October 24, 2025 by

Black Quare, a student organization for Black students who identify with the LGBTQIA+ community, held its first meeting after being inactive for several years.
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Second ‘No Kings’ protest draws thousands in opposition to Trump administration

October 23, 2025 by and

Around 13,000 locals gathered downtown on Oct. 18 for the second “No Kings” protest, organized by local activist organization Indivisible Santa Barbara. 
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Federal funding cuts to CalFresh to impact UCSB Basic Needs in 2026

October 23, 2025 by

UCSB's CalFresh outreach program, which helps students apply for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, is facing a $178,219 budget cut for 2026.
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Mesa Pizza brings zen vibes and fresh ingredients to I.V.

October 17, 2025 by

Located at 6576 Trigo Road, Mesa Pizza opened its doors on Saturday, Oct. 4, bringing a distinctive take on the neighborhood pizza parlor to Isla Vista
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