Jack Dindia

April 2, 2025

Campus and community organizations promote resources ahead of Deltopia

By Jack Dindia

Community entities have begun preparing for Deltopia, where the Restorative Justice Program will be suspended like last year, alongside a larger police presence.

April 1, 2025

State agencies and prominent community members discuss Sable at town hall

By Jack Dindia, Iris Guo

Senator Monique Limón and Assembly Member Gregg Hart hosted a town hall to share information on the restart of the Santa Ynez Unit by Sable Offshore.

March 22, 2025

IVCSD purchases $50,000 of Co-op memberships for community members

By Jack Dindia

IVCSD purchased $50,000 in shares of the Isla Vista Food Cooperative in an attempt to reduce parking congestion in Isla Vista.

March 8, 2025

Forum gives faculty insight on how to support undocumented students

By Jack Dindia

Faculty Equity Advisors and Associate Deans of DEI hosted a forum on immigration, where faculty discussed ways to support undocumented students. 

March 7, 2025

Jewish Voice for Peace SB protests dance company’s performance for financial ties to Israel

By Conor Kelly, Jack Dindia

Jewish Voice for Peace protested an Israeli dance company's performance due to its financial backing from Israeli politicians, among other private sources.

March 6, 2025

IVCSD opposes Sable Pipeline, discusses progress on health vending machine

By Jack Dindia

IVCSD unanimously approved a resolution opposing the oil company Sable Offshore’s efforts to restart the Las Flores Pipeline System.

February 28, 2025

IVCSD Term in Review: Ela Schulz

By Jack Dindia

Ela Schulz concluded her term as a board director of IVCSD in December 2024 after serving for two years, where she helped improve public safety in Isla Vista.

February 20, 2025

SBC allocates $7.2 million to improve bike, pedestrian infrastructure in I.V.

By Jack Dindia

The County of Santa Barbara Public Works unveiled a $7.2 million plan to enhance bike and pedestrian infrastructure in Isla Vista.

February 20, 2025

SBIFF 2025: Zoe Saldaña honored with American Riviera Award

By Jack Dindia, Conor Kelly

The American Riviera Award is given for outstanding achievement in American film. Saldaña received the award for her role in “Emilia Pérez.” 

February 14, 2025

Budget for Spring Festival increased for on-site medical services, ‘sobering center’ as Deltopia alternative

By Jack Dindia

IVCSD approved a $80,000 budget increase for the Spring Festival, a community festival meant to provide an alternative space during Deltopia

February 13, 2025

(Not an) AITO: Can you find love in Isla Vista?

By Kira Logan, Jack Dindia

Finding love in Isla Vista: Yes you can! By Kira Logan I know, I know. Yes, I’m talking about the same Isla Vista that is seemingly infested with almost every non-committal person to walk the earth. The same Isla Vista...

February 11, 2025

SBIFF 2025: Animation Panel highlights vision behind Academy Award Nominees

By Jack Dindia

The panel featured “Inside Out 2” director Kelsey Mann, “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl” director and creator Nick Park, “The Wild Robot” director Chris Sanders and “Flow” director Gints Zilbalodis...

February 6, 2025

IVCSD approves budget for new tree distribution program

By Jack Dindia

The Isla Vista Community Services District approved the budget for a new tree planting pilot program at their Jan. 28 meeting.

February 4, 2025

Over 300 people protest I.C.E. operations in Santa Barbara

By Michelle Cisneros, Jack Dindia

Roughly 300 people gathered at Milpas Street to protest against ICE operations and express solidarity with the undocumented community of Santa Barbara. 

January 31, 2025

Beabadoobee look-alike contest winners make the ‘Perfect Pair’

By Jack Dindia

SEA-U hosted a Beabadoobee look-alike competition on Jan. 25. 15 look-alikes competed as part of a nationwide trend of celebrity look-alike contests. 

January 31, 2025

Youtopia brings fix-it fair, affordable clothing to I.V.

By Jack Dindia

Youtopia was held on Jan. 24 from 11-4 p.m. at the I.V. Community Center and People’s Park, featuring vendors with vintage clothing and a fix-it fair.