Las Maestras Center to stay open, supporters rejoice during protest

June 17, 2026 by

Cheers erupted outside Cheadle Hall on June 2 when protestors were informed by UC Santa Barbara administration that Las Maestras Center would remain open. 
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IVCSD introduces last IVFP lieutenant ever, discusses policing after budget cuts

June 5, 2026 by and

The Isla Vista Community Services District was introduced to IVFP Lieutenant Thomas Green and heard reports from various programs at its May 26 meeting.
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International students’ post-graduation employment authorization on pause indefinitely

May 28, 2026 by

13 UCSB Iranian graduate students, researchers and alumni requested Rep. Salud Carbajal’s help in lifting a pause on a postgrad work authorization program.
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TBTN holds vigil for rape and strangulation survivor, voice frustration with administration

May 27, 2026 by

A.S. Take Back the Night and representatives of the survivor of the recent rape and strangulation in campus housing, hosted a vigil in Greek Park on May 26.
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Rape and strangulation perpetrator still at large after assault in campus housing

May 20, 2026 by

Over a week after a rape and strangulation that occured in UC Santa Barbara campus housing on May 9, the perpetrator remains at large.
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$15.3 million awarded for I.V. community microgrid

May 14, 2026 by

SBC was recently awarded $15.3 million to develop a community microgrid for I.V. that will support “critical community facilities” private customers.
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Rape and strangulation reported in campus housing

May 10, 2026 by

On Saturday night, the UCSB Police Department received a report of a rape and strangulation on campus property that occurred at approximately 10:00 p.m. 
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I.V. motorcycles: nuisance to some, community for others

May 8, 2026 by

Throughout the week, banging, crackling and popping from loud engines can be heard darting down Isla Vista streets.
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Data breach causes Canvas to shut down, nearly 9,000 schools affected

May 7, 2026 by

The online learning platform Canvas has been temporarily shut down following a data breach involving its parent company Instructure.
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Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

May 6, 2026 by and

Gaucho Graphics hosts "Spring Fundraiser," TSC hosts "Coffee & Community" and RCSGD hosts "Rainbow Recharge!"
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May Day rally calls on University to support workers

May 6, 2026 by and

Alongside nationwide May Day protests, roughly 75 people gathered around the eternal flame to call on UC Santa Barbara to support campus workers on May 1. 
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Student study alleges “blatant abuse” by law enforcement during Deltopia 2025

May 6, 2026 by and

In the aftermath of Deltopia 2025, two UC Santa Barbara students conducted a survey on interactions with law enforcement during the weekend-long event.
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Term in Review: A.S. EVPSA Leiya Kadah

May 1, 2026 by

The 2025-26 A.S. External Vice President for Statewide Affairs Leiya Kadah reflected on her term working on UC-wide initiatives and advocating for students.
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IVCSD ramps up parking compliance program

April 24, 2026 by and

Since February, two new Isla Vista Community Services District parking compliance ambassadors have begun patrolling local streets.
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IVCSD debriefs Soltopia, previews I.V. Safe meeting

April 22, 2026 by and

The IVCSD debriefed the Soltopia music festival and discussed plans for their upcoming Isla Vista Safe meeting at its April 14 meeting. 
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