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National Hispanic Heritage Month: A Celebration With La Santa Cecilia

October 2, 2021 by

The band is composed of Miguel “Oso” Ramirez on percussion, Jose “Pepe” Carlos on the guitar and accordion, Alex Bendaña on bass guitar and vocalist “La Marisoul.”
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Fall Course Crisis Adds Stress to Students as They Return to In-Person Instruction

October 1, 2021 by

In light of UCSB’s continuing course shortage, Stopple said the university is attempting to provide resources and advising for class registration to an unprecedented number of students on campus. 
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UCSB Ranked Among Top Schools in the Nation

October 1, 2021 by

UCSB's No. 5 ranking in U.S. News and World Report's 2022 ranking is one place higher than its No. 6 2021 ranking.
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IVCSD Plans Pop-Up Events in Downtown I.V. for Halloween 2021

September 30, 2021 by

This year, IVCSD is hoping to put on pop-up events in downtown I.V. near businesses like the Isla Vista Food Cooperative — away from residential areas — for community members to enjoy. 
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SBCC Student Faces Four Felony Charges of Sexual Assault

September 30, 2021 by

The student, Peyton Mcdonald, is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on Oct. 25. 
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Students, Faculty, Community Members Organize Protest Over Housing Crisis

September 30, 2021 by

Student group UCSB 4 COLA protested UCSB’s housing crisis on Sept. 27, organizing over 40 students, faculty and local community members.
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Next Hearing Date for UCSB Student Charged with Sexual Assault Is Set

September 29, 2021 by

Arian Eteghaei is facing seven felony charges, one misdemeanor charge and two enhancements.
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Isla Vista 2014 Tragedy Influences Carbajal’s Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2021

September 29, 2021 by

U.S. Congressman Salud Carbajal and Senator Dianne Feinstein introduced the Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2021 — legislation offering federal funding to states that adopt red flag laws. 
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UCSB Organizations Coordinate Response to Housing Crisis

September 27, 2021 by and

UCSB 4 COLA has pivoted its focus to organizing a response to the housing crisis with the teacher assistant union, Santa Barbara United Auto Workers 2865 and Organize Isla Vista.
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IVCSD Resources for I.V. Residents and Students During 2021-22 School Year

September 27, 2021 by

The Isla Vista Community Services District provides community members with several resources in order to achieve their goal of improving the quality of life and infrastructure.
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A.S. Resources For Students During 2021-22 School Year

September 27, 2021 by

Together, these five branches of Associated Students (A.S.) student government provide services to assist UCSB students and the Isla Vista community. 
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Housing Shortage and COVID-19 Impact Leaves International Students Feeling Neglected

September 25, 2021 by and

Insufficient housing options caused some international students to consider taking a gap quarter, especially as the university hasn't announced any plans to provide a remote option in the fall.
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California Governor Appoints New University of California Regent: Jose Hernández

September 25, 2021 by

As a UC Regent, Hernández wants to make education affordable and accessible since families who want to send their children to college often face large expenses. 
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New Student-Regent Designate Marlenee Blas Pedral

September 25, 2021 by

Blas Pedral did her undergraduate education at UCSB as a first-generation student and global studies major, where she co-founded an A.S. political party called the Democratic Process Party. 
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New State Program Allocates $500 Million To Aid With Student Housing

September 24, 2021 by

The bill has been passed through the state legislature and now awaits Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature.
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