Jack Dindia

Jack Dindia (he/him) is the Lead News Editor for the 2025-2026 school year. Previously, Dindia was the Deputy News Editor, as well as the County News Editor and an Assistant News Editor for the 2024-2025 school year. He can be reached at jackdindia@dailynexus.com or news@dailynexus.com.

May 7, 2026

Which superhero is the most culturally relevant?

By Jack Dindia

Jack Dindia considers himself a superhero fan, until you start quizzing him on the comics.

May 1, 2026

Term in Review: A.S. EVPLA E.J. Raad

By Jack Dindia

EVPLA E.J. Raad is nearing the end of his 2025-26 term, where he focused on preventing the Deltopia noise ordinance and addressing housing insecurity.

April 29, 2026

Senate hears BWHC concerns, proposes student housing at Centennial House site

By Jack Dindia, Wynne Bendell

The 76th A.S. Senate heard concerns from the Black Women’s Health Collaborative over a significant proposed budget cut and alleged anti-Blackness within A.S.

April 29, 2026

Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

By Jack Dindia

TSC hosts "Coffee & Community," A.S. Media Center hosts "Writing for TV & Film" and RCSGD hosts "Drag Club Interest Meeting."

April 22, 2026

Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

By Jack Dindia

RCSGD hosts "QT API-SSWANA Community Building," HC hosts screening of "Wuthering Heights" and MCC hosts "Building Accountable Communities."

April 17, 2026

STESA provides support for sexual violence survivors

By Jack Dindia

From Montecito to the Santa Ynez Valley, Standing Together to End Sexual Assault has been providing support to sexual assault survivors for the past 50 years.

April 15, 2026

Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

By Jack Dindia

UCSB Sustainability hosts "Learning to See the World," A.S. EAB hosts "Beach Clean Up" and Arts & Lectures hosts Sierra Hull.

April 8, 2026

Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

By Jack Dindia

UCSB Library hosts "AI in Action," S.E.A. Club hosts "Seizure First Aid Certification" and Santa Cruz Hall hosts "Feria de Primavera."

April 8, 2026

First Soltopia sees large police presence, tepid turnout

By Jack Dindia

The first ever “Soltopia," the alternative to the cancelled Deltopia, featured live music and free food, although there was a noticeable police presence.

April 2, 2026

Nexus explains: Deltopia and Soltopia weekend questions

By Jack Dindia, Levi Kauffman

The Nexus asked our readers for their questions about this Deltopia weekend and gathered information during the Deltopia Noise Ordinance Town Hall.

March 5, 2026

Isla Vista man found dead at Santa Barbara Mesa cliffs

By Jack Dindia

The body of an Isla Vista resident was recovered on Feb. 24 from a beach below the Mesa neighborhood in Santa Barbara County, according to Santa Barbara police.

March 4, 2026

Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

By Jack Dindia

MCC hosts "Spiritual Care Club," OISS hosts "All Languages Language Exchange" and Engineers Without Borders hosts "Industry Without Borders."

March 4, 2026

Senate formally supports El Colegio Road renovations

By Wynne Bendell, Jack Dindia

Senate passed resolutions regarding road renovations and unused student fees. It also discussed proposals for a new fee to help disabled students.

February 27, 2026

Santa Barbara stakeholders share stances on I.C.E.

By Jack Dindia

The Nexus has compiled a list of statements and actions by local entities regarding I.C.E. to promote transparency for the local community.

February 25, 2026

Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

By Jack Dindia

Health & Wellness hosts "Sustainable Cooking," A.S. Take Back the Night and C.A.B. hosts "Hygiene Kit Making!" and IHC hosts free screening of "Eternity."