Lauren Chiou

April 24, 2025

Zero Waste Festival encourages sustainability with music, crafts, thrifting

By Lauren Chiou

The festival was organized by Associated Students Zero Waste Committee, a student-led organization dedicated to reaching a UC-wide goal of zero waste.

February 20, 2025

SBIFF 2025: Timothée Chalamet receives Arlington Artist of the Year Award

By Lauren Chiou

The sold-out ceremony took place at Santa Barbara’s Arlington Theatre on Feb. 11, and featured a career retrospective of Chalamet’s work, along with a discussion moderated by actor Josh Brolin.

January 23, 2025

SBIFF 2025: poster, programming revealed for upcoming festival

By Lauren Chiou

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which will take place from Feb. 4-15.

January 16, 2025

There are fires at home, and I’m not there

By Lauren Chiou

This article was written on Jan. 12. The information regarding the fires is subject to change, given that the fires are still developing. There are fires at home, and I’m in Santa Barbara, Isla Vista to be exact, sitti...

December 16, 2024

SBIFF: Will Ferrell receives Kirk Douglas Award

By Lauren Chiou

The actor and comedian was honored for his achievements in film during a black-tie fundraiser dinner at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara.

November 21, 2024

U-Mail: Where on Earth did I put my bike?

By Lauren Chiou

To: <bike@umail.ucsb.edu> From: Lauren Chiou <laurenchiou@umail.ucsb.edu> Subject: Where on Earth did I put my bike? Dear Bike, Whenever I lock you at the on-campus bike racks, I lose you. I could leave you t...

November 21, 2024

One year in 20-something-hood: Catching up with @liam.oce

By Lauren Chiou

Over the span of one year, UCSB alum Liam Ereneta’s content creation journey has grown to unfathomable heights.

November 14, 2024

Editors’ spotlight: female and LGBTQ+ creators in media

By Stella Mullin, Lauren Chiou, Kendra Martinez

Artsweek’s all-female editor team recognizes and acknowledges our favorite female and LGBTQIA+ creators in media. 

October 17, 2024

I think about it all the time: The impending contemplation of motherhood

By Lauren Chiou

Lauren Chiou reflects on her biological clock.

October 17, 2024

Raíces de mi Tierra en fotos

By Lauren Chiou

Raíces de mi Tierra is UC Santa Barbara’s folklórico group, and is a completely student-funded and student-run organization.

October 10, 2024

UCSB men’s soccer ties with Cal Poly in Blue-Green Rivalry match

By Lauren Chiou

The Oct. 6 match extended the Gauchos’ 12-year unbeaten run in their rivalry against Cal Poly, along with maintaining their undefeated home game status this season.

October 10, 2024

Letters from the Artsweek Editors: Hispanic representation in the media

By Lauren Chiou, Kendra Martinez

Artsweek’s Latina editors delve into their experiences with Hispanic media representation in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

August 11, 2024

Binge vs. week-by-week: How streaming release models can influence success

By Lauren Chiou

As the streaming war rages on, platforms have been grappling with the decision of release format — a decision that is inconsistent across providers. 

July 19, 2024

Artsweek’s 2024 mid-year report

By Lauren Chiou

The best movies, shows and albums from 2024 (so far).

July 16, 2024

Cage the Elephant at the Santa Barbara Bowl: An electrifying night of iconic hits

By Lauren Chiou

With an exciting performance of new and old hits, the concert served as the showcase of the group's iconic and ever-evolving sound.

May 30, 2024

Community, creativity, hopes for the future: Bands speak on the I.V. music scene

By Lauren Chiou, Alex Levin

For local bands, Isla Vista’s expansive, unparalleled music scene is integral to the college town’s culture.