IVCSD votes to not endorse proposed Deltopia ordinance

December 4, 2025 by

The IVCSD Board of Directors voted on Dec. 2 to not endorse the Isla Vista Foot Patrol’s proposed 72-hour festival ordinance for Deltopia weekend.
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UCSB to host British Paralympians in 2028

November 24, 2025 by

Representatives of the British Paralympic Association and UC Santa Barbara Chancellor Dennis Assanis officially signed a partnership agreement at a Nov. 21 conference. The University will host the Bri...
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805 UndocuFund hosts I.C.E. rapid response training

November 19, 2025 by

The 805 UndocuFund hosted a training for around 100 community members interested in learning more about its Immigrant Rapid Response Network on Nov. 17. The training discussed the risks of preventing ...
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Camino Pescadero beach stairs collapse

November 13, 2025 by

A beach staircase located at the end of Camino Pescadero partially collapsed into the ocean. The Nexus was unable to confirm when the stairs will be repaired.
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SSPs record areas of concern on campus safety walk

November 12, 2025 by and

Student Safety Partners led students, community members and administrators on their annual Lighting and Safety Walk on Nov. 5.
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Ezra Klein talks ‘failures’ of the Democratic party, proposes strategies to take back power

November 5, 2025 by and

Political commentator, journalist and author Ezra Klein spoke at the Arlington Theatre to a crowd of over 2,000 UC Santa Barbara students and community members.
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EVPLA holds Halloween ‘Know Your Rights’ workshop to educate community

October 23, 2025 by and

The Office of the External Vice President for Local Affairs hosted a Halloween-themed “Know Your Rights” workshop on Monday, Oct. 20 at the Pardall Center.
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Second ‘No Kings’ protest draws thousands in opposition to Trump administration

October 23, 2025 by and

Around 13,000 locals gathered downtown on Oct. 18 for the second “No Kings” protest, organized by local activist organization Indivisible Santa Barbara. 
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Local Jewish organizations, synagogue, hold second vigil remembering victims of Oct. 7 attack

October 8, 2025 by

On the lawn below Storke Tower, around 80 people gathered for a vigil marking two years since the attack on Israel by the militant group Hamas on Oct. 7.
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State Senate bill provision targets unpopular Santa Barbara housing project

October 3, 2025 by

A recently approved Senate bill backed by Santa Barbara Senator Monique Limón has come under scrutiny for a provision that targets an unpopular housing project.
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Turning Point chapter holds Charlie Kirk vigil

October 1, 2025 by and

UC Santa Barbara’s Turning Point USA chapter held a vigil on Sept. 26 for Charlie Kirk.
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Third annual IVCSD yard sale promotes sustainability as community prepares for move-out

June 6, 2025 by

From 68 Pasado to 65 Segovia, the Isla Vista Community Services District helped residents organize yard sales ahead of the end of the academic year.
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Police Accountability Board aims to bridge gap between campus police and student body

May 29, 2025 by

The Police Accountability Board is the go-between for students and the UCPD. The board meets monthly and holds meetings when they have complaints to review.
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First-generation students remark on experience at UCSB

May 23, 2025 by

Glitter, paper, glue, plastic flowers and gems covered tables at the graduation cap decorating event celebrating first-generation students on May 14.
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Annual Pardall Carnival draws crowds, Ferris wheel breaks down

May 9, 2025 by

Pardall Road was jam-packed with students and community members for the Isla Vista Community Relations Committee’s 15th annual Pardall Carnival on May 4.
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