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May 2, 2024

Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

By Anushka Ghosh Dastidar

The Office of International Students & Scholars (OISS) is hosting an English Conversation Program on Thursday, May 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

May 2, 2024

Proposed pilot program could bring meal swipe rollovers to UCSB next school year

By Lizzy Rager

The proposal suggests up to two meals can be shared between students, up to three can be donated and up to four can be rolled over. 

May 2, 2024

Chancellor responds to UCSB encampments erected May 1

By Asumi Shuda

While the University is “monitoring these situations carefully,” UCSB is “willing to work with student groups that wish to protest."

May 1, 2024

UCSB Divest takes over SRB in solidarity with nationwide campus protests

By Michelle Cisneros, Josh Rhodes

Over 150 students attended the Student Resource Building (SRB) takeover throughout the day. No counter-protesters or law enforcement officers were present, and according to event organizers, SRB staff were notified of th...

April 25, 2024

Student project brings awareness to microfiber pollution

By Melody Xu

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.

April 24, 2024

Owen Meyers for External Vice President of Local Affairs

By Daily Nexus Editorial Board

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.

April 24, 2024

Alvin Wang for Student Advocate General

By Daily Nexus Editorial Board

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.

April 24, 2024

Nayali Broadway for President

By Daily Nexus Editorial Board

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.

April 24, 2024

Monica Mekhlouf for External Vice President for Statewide Affairs

By Daily Nexus Editorial Board

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.

April 24, 2024

Açucar Pinto for Internal Vice President

By Daily Nexus Editorial Board

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

April 23, 2024

Student Affairs reports campus instances of vandalism

By Asumi Shuda

Vandalism includes the defacement of A.S. signage and spray paint on Storke tower.

April 22, 2024

UCPD reports burglar in Anacapa Hall

By Asumi Shuda

The perpetrator reportedly trespassed into multiple resident rooms, rummaged through personal items and tried other door handles.

April 20, 2024

Suspect in attempted abduction remains at large

By Lizzy Rager

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.

April 19, 2024

Masculinities Project hosts growth group workshop on race and culture

By Josh Rhodes

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.

April 19, 2024

Mobile app College Sauce aims to connect campus

By Lizzy Rager

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. 

April 18, 2024

UCSB students accuse A.S. Senator of harassment, met with delays from University

By Anushka Ghosh Dastidar

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 harassment.  First p...