Kristina Valencia

Kristina Valencia is a fourth-year undergrad majoring in English, minoring in Professional Writing, and working as the Artsweek editor at Daily Nexus.

May 23, 2020

Flamethrowers and Flashing Tits: What More Could You Want From a David Dobrik Event?

By Kristina Valencia

The king of YouTube himself, David Dobrik, made a virtual appearance on Zoom for an event held exclusively for Gauchos.

April 3, 2020

Tracks of the Month: March 2020

By Kristina Valencia, Hannah Jackson, Sam Franzini, Tam Le, Melody Pezeshkian

Need some new songs for your quarantine playlist? Look no further!

April 1, 2020

Artsweek’s April Film Calendar: 30 Recommendations for Each Day of the Month

By Kristina Valencia

Artsweek’s April Film Calendar is finally here and ready to lift up spirits during this time of social distancing and self-isolation.

March 10, 2020

White Reaper Wakes Up Santa Barbara With Concert at SOhO

By Kristina Valencia

Recently, White Reaper, a Kentucky-based quintet rock band, headlined a concert at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club downtown along with supporting acts The Aquadolls and Native Sun.

February 2, 2020

Didn’t Make it to SBIFF 2020? Here’s Everything You Missed

By Kristina Valencia, Joshen Mantai, Ivan Gonzalez, Aubrey Valerio, Alexandra Lee, Liliana Linan

Your handy-dandy guide for what happened at SBIFF this year!

January 9, 2020

Reminiscing Over the 2010s With These Iconic UCSB Shows

By Aly Witmer, Kristina Valencia

Here’s a list of the best performances that have taken place here at UCSB over the last decade!

October 31, 2019

Artsweek Highlights: TV’s Best Halloween Specials

By Kristina Valencia, Neha Makkapati, Sonya Raytburg, Arielle Bitton

While of course there are several classic horror films to indulge in during Halloween, Artsweek instead presents you with a carefully curated list of some of TV’s best takes on this costumed, candy-filled holiday of mi...

October 10, 2019

Chanel Miller Stands Up to Sexual Assault With New Book

By Kristina Valencia

With her recent book release "Know My Name," UC Santa Barbara alumna Chanel Miller gives readers a personal insight into what it was like experiencing sexual assault and the turmoil that followed.

October 3, 2019

In Photos | Welcome Back Concert with YBN Nahmir and Vincent

By Daily Nexus Photography, Kristina Valencia

Trap star YBN Nahmir electrified Storke Plaza last weekend, welcoming Gauchos back to campus with an evening of flashing lights, rap and opportunities for students to dance on stage.

October 3, 2019

Tracks of the Month: September 2019

By Kristina Valencia, Hannah Jackson, Neha Makkapati

As we welcome the month of October with open arms, it’s time for Artsweek to highlight the new tracks that stood out in September.

September 17, 2019

Artsweek Ranks This Summer’s Blockbusters

By Kristina Valencia

Check out this list for the best and worst movies to come out of summer 2019!

August 28, 2019

‘Blinded by the Light’: A Brilliant Tribute to the Boss

By Kristina Valencia

“Blinded by the Light” reminds all of us to not let the world get us down.

August 21, 2019

A Guide to Santa Barbara’s Best Entertainment Spots

By Kristina Valencia

In case you’re not yet familiar with the artistic terrain of Santa Barbara, here is a guide navigating the best spots in town for concerts, film screenings and performances of all kinds.

July 28, 2019

Tarantino Sends His Love to Hollywood in His Biggest Box Office Opening Yet

By Kristina Valencia

A film that mixes fiction with reality, “Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood” stands apart from the rest of the reboots and remakes currently flooding movie theaters.

April 24, 2019

Rüfüs Du Sol Comes to SB Ahead of Sunny Coachella Set

By Kristina Valencia

Fresh off the release of their third album, Solace, Rüfüs Du Sol delivered an exciting performance in which fans of all ages could dance and let loose at this stop in their current world tour.