11 birds to look for at the lagoon this spring

May 21, 2026 by , , , and

Based on eBird data and firsthand observations, the Nexus compiled a list of 11 birds to look for around the lagoon.
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Inside Storke Tower: The story of a carillon

March 5, 2026 by and

Explore the Storke Tower Carillon at UC Santa Barbara through an interactive look at its history.
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How UCSB’s Educational Opportunity Program bridges connections with incoming freshmen

January 29, 2026 by

Established in 1977, S.T.E.P.’s programming has a shared emphasis on academic preparation, personal growth and fostering connections with other students and EOP staff.
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Analyzing one year of diversity statements on department websites

November 6, 2025 by and

The Nexus looked at over 70 department, program and service websites to see if their diversity statements have changed since the onset of President Trump's second term in office.
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UCSB graduate school application levels rise, but fewer recent graduates pursue advanced degrees post-pandemic

January 16, 2025 by and

The rate of full-time employment after graduation for UCSB students has stayed consistent at about 63% since 2014.
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