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Student project brings awareness to microfiber pollution

The Microfiber Initiative began in February and seeks to raise awareness of the microplastics released into the environment from textiles as a result of washing clothes.
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Owen Meyers for External Vice President of Local Affairs

The Nexus believes that Meyers’ experience with UC in Isla Vista (UCIV), his comprehensive plans for the position, and his knowledge and involvement with local county entities make him the best fit.
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Alvin Wang for Student Advocate General

The Nexus is confident that Wang will excel in the S.A.G. role, and effectively serve as an advocate for the student body during the 2024-25 school year.
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Nayali Broadway for President

The Nexus believes in Broadway’s commitment to an inclusive campus climate that ensures stability in the wake of a year of division and hostility among students.
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Monica Mekhlouf for External Vice President for Statewide Affairs

Mekhlouf demonstrated through their experiences working with students on campus that they have the empathy and expertise to stand at the helm of the office.
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Açucar Pinto for Internal Vice President

Açucar Pinto displayed a comprehensive understanding of the campus climate, and understood the importance of facilitating productive dialogue among members of A.S. Senate.
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Student Affairs reports campus instances of vandalism

Vandalism includes the defacement of A.S. signage and spray paint on Storke tower.
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UCPD reports burglar in Anacapa Hall

The perpetrator reportedly trespassed into multiple resident rooms, rummaged through personal items and tried other door handles.
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Suspect in attempted abduction remains at large

Police described the suspect as “an adult Hispanic male, 5’6 feet tall, stalky build and dressed in all black including black gloves,” according to a UCSB emergency alert.
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Masculinities Project hosts growth group workshop on race and culture

UCSB C.A.R.E is hosting its ongoing Masculinities Project Growth Group Series. The sessions are an open space to unpack and reflect on masculinity.
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Mobile app College Sauce aims to connect campus

The app’s goal is to centralize platforms like Shoreline and Discord, where students promote events and make connections, in a “one-size-fits-all” package. 
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UCSB students accuse A.S. Senator of harassment, met with delays from University

A UC Santa Barbara student filed multiple complaints to university administration against an Associated Students Off-Campus Senator and first president pro-tempore for threatening abuse of power and h...
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MCC Lounge reopened to public, office still locked

Though the MultiCultural Center (MCC) Lounge opened to campus, the doors of its office and theater — which can only be accessed through the office — are still locked.
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Community entities promote Deltopia-preparedness efforts

The 13th annual Deltopia will be the first to take place under the new social ordinances and temporary suspension of the Restorative Justice Program.
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UCSB plans to resume MCC operations on first day of Spring Quarter

Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Margaret Klawunn, Dean of Student Life Katya Armistead and Interim Associate Dean of Student Life Joaquin Becerra jointly signed the email statement.
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