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.

October 29, 2025

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

By Jack Dindia

UCSB Sustainability hosts "Meditation Workshop: Creating a Soul Space" and MultiCultural Center hosts "Race Matters Series"

October 29, 2025

Annual Isla Vista Halloween ordinance begins

By Michelle Cisneros, Jack Dindia

The annual noise ordinance ahead of Halloween went into effect on Oct. 26.

October 29, 2025

Library expands hours, introduces alternative 24/7 spaces

By Michelle Cisneros, Jack Dindia

Library Late Night Study will be extended to operate from 1-3 a.m. on Sunday through Thursday, and will now open at 7 a.m. every day of the week.

October 23, 2025

EVPLA holds Halloween ‘Know Your Rights’ workshop to educate community

By Jack Dindia, Levi Kauffman

The Office of the External Vice President for Local Affairs hosted a Halloween-themed “Know Your Rights” workshop on Monday, Oct. 20 at the Pardall Center.

October 22, 2025

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

By Jack Dindia

Society of Cosmetic Chemists hosts Pop-Up Market, Women’s Center hosts "Sip and See: Spirits and Stigma" and UCSB Library hosts "Hallowzine Crafting Night."

October 22, 2025

Attempted sexual assault reported near lagoon

By Jack Dindia

An unknown male attempted to sexually assault an individual near the lagoon on Sunday night. The survivor reported the incident on the following day.

October 17, 2025

IVFP to propose weekend-long noise ordinance on Deltopia

By Michelle Cisneros, Jack Dindia, Wynne Bendell

Isla Vista Foot Patrol plans to propose a 72-hour festival ordinance on Deltopia weekend, effectively canceling Isla Vista’s annual unsanctioned street festival

October 16, 2025

Campus crime rates increasing since 2022

By Jack Dindia

There has been an increase in crime on campus since 2022, with significant increases reflected across sexual assault, burglary, hate crimes and weapon arrests.

October 15, 2025

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

By Jack Dindia

The MultiCultural Center is hosting “Spiritual Care Club” and The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is hosting “La Feria de Bienvenida.”

October 11, 2025

Investigation continues into stabbing on Del Playa

By Jack Dindia

A fight took place on Del Playa Drive on Oct. 4, leading to two men being stabbed. According to a SBCSO press release, both men are expected to recover.

October 9, 2025

‘Jesus people cooking Jesus Burgers’: a look into Del Playa’s 20-year tradition

By Jack Dindia

Since 2001, every Friday night at 6686 Del Playa Drive, Jesus Burgers has given out free burgers to anyone willing to wait from 10 p.m. to midnight.

October 8, 2025

Senate hears from BCU over mismanaged project, passes new legislation

By Jack Dindia, Wynne Bendell

The 76th Associated Students Senate held a meeting on Oct. 1, during which they heard from a concerned organization over a mismanaged project.

October 8, 2025

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

By Jack Dindia

Office of International Students & Scholars is hosting "English Conversation Club, Class Meeting with Lisa" and RCSGD is hosting "Fall QT Clothing Swap."

October 2, 2025

Paul McCartney gets his feet back on the ground at Santa Barbara Bowl

By Jack Dindia

The one and only Sir Paul McCartney performed at the Santa Barbara Bowl on Sept. 26 and it was clear to the audience that even at his old age, he's still got it.

October 2, 2025

A.S. EVPSA summer update

By Jack Dindia

The 2025-26 Associated Students External Vice President for Statewide Affairs Leiya Kadah prepared for the year by learning the intricacies of her position.