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S.U.N. sues UCSB for failure to comply with PRA request on housing

March 7, 2024 by

UCSB emeritus professor of sociology Richard “Dick” Flacks convened the lawsuit following the University’s failure to comply with a Public Records Act request.
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UCSB MultiCultural Center remains closed

March 7, 2024 by

Though the university has not confirmed a date of reopening, university spokesperson Kiki Reyes said “there’s a great sense of urgency” to do so.
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Jewish students, A.S. President express grievances about MCC signage, campus antisemitism at A.S. Senate public forum

March 3, 2024 by and

The Nexus will continue to report on this topic as more information becomes available.
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UCSB Black Studies calls for ‘day of interruption’ in statement over MCC suspension

March 2, 2024 by

The faculty called for an entire day of voluntary interruption of activities on March 7.
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Blum Center holds campus housing forum and Q&A session

March 2, 2024 by

The panel addressed points raised in the “People’s Guide” and tackled questions of housing accountability and accessibility.
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MSA hosts town hall on Palestine, students speak in solidarity with Palestine

March 2, 2024 by

Students advocated for Palestinian liberation and efforts to express solidarity with Palestine.
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MCC community members release anonymous statement on Feb. 26 gathering, address harm caused

March 1, 2024 by

The @our.mcc account did not immediately respond for comment. The statement was not signed. The Nexus is working to confirm who the account represents.
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A.S. COSWB, Gauchos for Recovery provide overdose prevention resources, training

March 1, 2024 by

Staff members from both organizations tabled outside of the Arbor from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering free naloxone and fentanyl test strips alongside instructions on their usage.
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SJP, JVP confirm uninvolvement with Monday’s signage at MCC

February 29, 2024 by

The statement follows pro-Palestine student activists posting signage during a gathering at the MultiCultural Center.
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UCSB announces UC Systemwide Office of Civil Rights, responds to antisemitic incidents on campus

February 28, 2024 by

The Nexus will continue to report on this topic as more information becomes available.
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UCSB temporarily suspends MCC after students post pro-Palestine, anti-Zionist signage at Center

February 28, 2024 by

Students posted signage throughout the Lounge, with more than 100 signs covering the windows and walls of the room. 
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SJP holds vigil for Palestine, Opportunity for All

February 26, 2024 by

UC Santa Barbara Students for Justice in Palestine held a vigil in honor of Palestine and the suspended Opportunity for All initiative on Feb. 16, in collaboration with Jewish Voice for Peace and UC D...
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MCC presents Black Flea Market in collaboration with Black community groups

February 23, 2024 by

Eight vendors set up their wares in the MultiCultural Center (MCC), offering their handmade arts, crafts, food and jewelry for sale.
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Financial Crisis Response Team announces new housing resource

February 17, 2024 by

The Nexus will continue to report on this topic as more information becomes available.
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SDLU holds rally, march to office of Executive Director of Campus Dining

February 12, 2024 by

The UC Santa Barbara Student Dining Labor Union held a rally on Friday, Feb. 2, to rally campus support and pressure the university to accommodate union demands. The union — composed of student dini...
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