Joshen Mantai

Joshen Mantai serves as the 2021-2022 Director of Social Media Strategy. She enjoys shamelessly listening to Taylor Swift/Ariana Grande, fantasizing about having a cat and roasting others when they least expect it.

May 26, 2022

Pop Sensation Olivia Rodrigo Performs at the Santa Barbara Bowl

By Joshen Mantai

Rodrigo seemed to have captured the hearts and full attention of the fans in attendance of the hour-long show, leaving everyone wanting more.

January 22, 2021

Response to “It’s Time To Talk to Strangers (and Fall in Love With Yourself)”

By Joshen Mantai

Joshen Mantai responds to a recent Daily Nexus opinion article and adds her thoughts on online dating during the pandemic.

November 24, 2020

UCSB MultiCultural Center Presents: International Student Experiences During COVID-19

By Joshen Mantai

The main purpose of the event was to spark an open discussion about the impacts of the pandemic felt by UCSB’s international student community, providing a forum for them to share their stories.

November 8, 2020

Delirium 2020: A Two-Night Virtual Experience Featuring Pete Davidson

By Joshen Mantai

This year amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, UC Santa Barbara’s Associated Students program board moved its annual Halloween concert Delirium online and adapted it into a two-night entertainment fest.

November 3, 2020

In Review: “Positions” Is The Return of Classic — Albeit More Sultry — Ariana

By Joshen Mantai

“Positions” proves itself to be a succinct 41-minute album that is a strong resurgence of classic Grande, in all of her textural and high soaring vocals.

September 1, 2020

Send Me Your Location – Or Don’t

By Joshen Mantai

Joshen Mantai examines the implications of location sharing within personal relationships and its tendency to contribute to an overall culture of virtual oversharing.

August 28, 2020

SBIFF Film Talk: “Vera Cruz” Showcases a Colorful Hidden Gem of Santa Barbara Architecture

By Joshen Mantai

The film footage was captured over two years, using time-lapse photography and constructed camera poles to show the growth of the property’s art over time.

August 18, 2020

“The Beelievers:” An Insider Glance Into the Bee-Loving Community of Santa Barbara

By Joshen Mantai

The short film “The Beelievers” presents an insider glance into the unconventional world of beekeeping and those involved in the upkeep of the bee population in Santa Barbara.

August 5, 2020

SBIFF Film Talk: “Trail Heads” Presents a Glimpse Into the Collaborative Spirit of Santa Barbara Adventure

By Joshen Mantai

“Trail Heads" depicts the community established between previous rival biking and hiking groups after the devastating impacts of the Thomas Fire and mudslides.

July 27, 2020

“Grasshopper for Grandpa”: A Storied Essence of an Antique Santa Barbara

By Joshen Mantai

“Grasshopper for Grandpa,” a short film documentary about Jimmy’s Oriental Gardens directed by Casey McGarry, narrates the story behind this beloved spot and the legacy it left behind.

July 26, 2020

In Review: “Folklore” by Taylor Swift

By Joshen Mantai

The release of the 16-track “Folklore” made its way into the world less than 24 hours after it was announced, unpredictably so in the parallel presence of overwhelming societal uncertainty.

May 11, 2020

“Never Have I Ever”: Mindy Kaling’s New Series on Netflix

By Joshen Mantai

While “Never Have I Ever” may sound like an otherwise banal and dry teen show from the name, the show presents so much more for the representation of women of color in television.