SBIFF 2025: poster, programming revealed for upcoming festival

January 23, 2025 by Lauren Chiou

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which will take place from Feb. 4-15.
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There are fires at home, and I’m not there

January 16, 2025 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 Vist...
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SBIFF: Will Ferrell receives Kirk Douglas Award

December 16, 2024 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.
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U-Mail: Where on Earth did I put my bike?

November 21, 2024 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....
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One year in 20-something-hood: Catching up with @liam.oce

November 21, 2024 by Lauren Chiou

Over the span of one year, UCSB alum Liam Ereneta’s content creation journey has grown to unfathomable heights.
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Editors’ spotlight: female and LGBTQ+ creators in media

November 14, 2024 by Stella Mullin, Lauren Chiou and Kendra Martinez

Artsweek’s all-female editor team recognizes and acknowledges our favorite female and LGBTQIA+ creators in media.
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I think about it all the time: The impending contemplation of motherhood

October 17, 2024 by Lauren Chiou

Lauren Chiou reflects on her biological clock.
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Raíces de mi Tierra en fotos

October 17, 2024 by Lauren Chiou

Raíces de mi Tierra is UC Santa Barbara’s folklórico group, and is a completely student-funded and student-run organization.
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UCSB men’s soccer ties with Cal Poly in Blue-Green Rivalry match

October 10, 2024 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.
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Letters from the Artsweek Editors: Hispanic representation in the media

October 10, 2024 by Lauren Chiou and Kendra Martinez

Artsweek’s Latina editors delve into their experiences with Hispanic media representation in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Binge vs. week-by-week: How streaming release models can influence success

August 11, 2024 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.
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