‘The Life of a Showgirl’ is the biggest let down of Taylor Swift’s career

October 9, 2025 by

So far, the album has fallen nothing short of mediocre for longtime Taylor Swift fans and only time will tell if that holds true.
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Drawn to Nature: ART 117 bridges art and science to spotlight the plants around UCSB

August 28, 2025 by

Eric Beltz worked with his students to combat plant blindness and bring awareness to UCSB's lack of an arboretum.
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Extravaganza 2025: Chris Lake brings the heat, Aminé saves the day

May 22, 2025 by and

Amidst sunny weather and a last-minute lineup change, students arrived in droves to watch headliner Chris Lake and performers Aminé, Ravyn Lenae and Zacari on the Harder Stadium stage.
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Shabang 2025: two UCSB student bands featured on festival lineup

May 17, 2025 by and

Isla Vista bands Big Hungry and Cordoba performed at the two-day music festival, bringing a taste of the I.V. music scene to San Luis Obispo.
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In Review: KOZY Coffee enters a new era with new syrups and flavors

March 7, 2025 by

One of Isla Vista’s staples found on the corner of Pardall, KOZY Coffee recently made the switch from Monin syrups to house made syrups, elevating the quality and taste of their drinks.
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SBIFF 2025: Eight tributes honored with Virtuosos Award

February 13, 2025 by and

This year’s Virtuosos were Ariana Grande for “Wicked,” Clarence Maclin for “Sing Sing,” Fernanda Torres for “I’m Still Here,” John Magaro for “September 5,” Mikey Madison for “An...
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Editors’ spotlight: female and LGBTQ+ creators in media

November 14, 2024 by , and

Artsweek’s all-female editor team recognizes and acknowledges our favorite female and LGBTQIA+ creators in media. 
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Letters from the Artsweek Editors: Hispanic representation in the media

October 10, 2024 by and

Artsweek’s Latina editors delve into their experiences with Hispanic media representation in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Steve Aoki, BLXST, Disco Lines and Briston Maroney headline successful 44th Extravaganza music festival

May 23, 2024 by and

On May 19, the Associated Students Program Board held the annual Extravaganza music festival at UC Santa Barbara’s Harder Stadium.
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Amanda Gorman: Night of poetry at Arlington Theatre

May 9, 2024 by

UC Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures hosted renowned inaugural poet Amanda Gorman at Arlington Theatre to speak on her poetry and social activism. 
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UCSB’s Raíces de mi Tierra hosts second annual Sabores de mi Tierra night market

April 25, 2024 by

UC Santa Barbara’s Raíces de mi Tierra held its second annual Sabores de mi Tierra night market at Little Acorn Park on April 20. 
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A.S. Commission on Culture, Arts, and Joy Justice hosts “Sing a New Song” showings

April 9, 2024 by

Associated Students Commission on Culture, Arts, and Joy Justice held weekly “Sing a New Song” showings under Storke Tower every Friday for the entirety of winter quarter.
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Spring into spring quarter with KOZY’s new spring drinks

March 21, 2024 by

After the success of its specialty winter menu, KOZY Coffee has recently transitioned into a new spring menu that is full of refreshing drinks perfect for the new season. The spring menu is quite dive...
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ASPB presents Battle of the Bands

February 29, 2024 by

UC Santa Barbara’s Associated Students Program Board hosted the annual Battle of the Bands in The Hub. This year’s bands were Dislocated, The Radar and Soul Tide.
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SBIFF 2024: Eight rising stars honored with Virtuosos Award

February 17, 2024 by

The Virtuosos Award is given to actors who achieved a breakthrough performance in the past year. 
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