Isla Vista

April 2, 2021

Law Enforcement, University and I.V. CSD Prepare for Deltopia Weekend

By Atmika Iyer

Despite the progress the county has made in its COVID-19 case metrics, there is fear that Deltopia could be the superspreader event that undoes that progress. 

March 22, 2021

Alternative Deltopia Event Proposal Abandoned by A.S. and I.V. CSD Over COVID-19 Transmission Concerns

By Atmika Iyer

The event proposal was tabled after concerns that it would actually increase the spread of COVID-19 as opposed to reducing it.

March 17, 2021

Construction Underway for Isla Vista ‘Food Forest’

By Micah Meghreblian

Due to the use of regenerative agriculture, the food forest should be able to prosper for years to come.

March 16, 2021

Term in Review: I.V. CSD Director George Thurlow

By Max Abrams

Thurlow's resignation from the board came in tandem with his departure from his role as UCSB’s assistant vice chancellor of alumni affairs, a position he had held since 2006. 

March 16, 2021

Term in Review: I.V. CSD Director Kristie Nguyen

By Atmika Iyer

Nguyen counts using her platform as a board director to speak about sexual assault as her greatest success during her term.

March 14, 2021

Home Sweet Home? UCSB Students Struggle With Isla Vista Housing Decisions Amid COVID-19 Uncertainty

By Alice Zhang

When faced with the high cost of living and the risk of contracting COVID-19 in I.V., some students can’t justify the price tag.

March 8, 2021

Goleta Union School District Reflects on Remote Instruction Experience Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

By Asumi Shuda

After almost a year of remote instruction, Goleta Union School District is gearing up to return to the classroom in the near future, albeit with some changes. 

March 2, 2021

Two Months after Setup, I.V. Pallet Homes Provide Relief and Opportunity to Nearly 40 Houseless Residents

By Holly Rusch

The pallet village has not reported any positive COVID-19 cases, but tests are available to any clients who want one or begin to show symptoms.

March 1, 2021

I.V. CSD Plans To Change Nightlife Culture in I.V. Post-Pandemic

By Atmika Iyer

Board Director Ethan Bertrand said that social isolation during the pandemic reinspired him to jump on the idea of revamping nightlife.  

February 26, 2021

Large Student Gatherings Continue Despite County Ordinance and University Action

By Ellah Foster

On Jan. 29, UCSB sent a campus-wide email to students that laid out the academic consequences of violating public health orders and stressed the importance of taking safety precautions.

February 2, 2021

Student-Led Social Media Platforms Keep Tabs on Parties, Large Gatherings in Isla Vista

By Asumi Shuda

The platform owners hope that their advocacy will help UCSB students in Isla Vista feel safe and informed amid the pandemic.

January 28, 2021

I.V. Passes 1,000 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases As Rest of SB County Sees Drop in New Cases

By Atmika Iyer

On Jan. 1, I.V.’s daily case rate, which shows the average number of daily confirmed cases per 100,000 people in the last seven days, was 19.7. On Jan. 22, the daily case rate was 53.7. 

January 17, 2021

COVID-19 Surge Reported in I.V. Over Holiday Weekend as SB County Tops Highest Spread in California

By Katherine Swartz

Fifty-one new COVID-19 cases were reported in I.V. on Saturday through UC Santa Barbara Student Health alone

January 15, 2021

With New Incentivized Testing Program Underway, I.V. Theater Becomes Permanent COVID-19 Testing Location

By Atmika Iyer

The incentives include gift cards and coupons for and from local Isla Vista businesses to support the local economy while increasing testing.

January 9, 2021

Preliminary Hearing for Isla Vista ‘Mirror Bus’ Driver Postponed Following Change in Representation

By Max Abrams

A hearing to reschedule the preliminary hearing will take place on Jan. 14.

January 7, 2021

Cydia Creator and I.V. CSD Director Jay Freeman Sues Apple For Allegedly Monopolizing App Distribution

By Max Abrams

At the core of the lawsuit is app distribution, over which the lawsuit alleges Apple exerts full control.