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Students and Faculty React to the Announcement of an In-Person Fall Quarter 2021

March 4, 2021 by

While some are eagerly awaiting the return of in-person learning, others feel that expecting a return to business as usual is premature.
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Two Months after Setup, I.V. Pallet Homes Provide Relief and Opportunity to Nearly 40 Houseless Residents

March 2, 2021 by

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

March 1, 2021 by

Board Director Ethan Bertrand said that social isolation during the pandemic reinspired him to jump on the idea of revamping nightlife.  
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“Who Guards the Guards:” UC Black Staff and Faculty Organization Discuss the Past, Present and Future of Law Enforcement in Police Panel

February 28, 2021 by

One problem brought up by the panel is the trend of police officers living outside of the communities they serve, be it because of financial restrictions or other reasons. 
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Recap: Feb. 26 Santa Barbara County COVID-19 Press Conference

February 28, 2021 by

California expects to receive 80,000 doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine next week.
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UCSB Event Brings Book Artist Tia Blassingame To Inspire Art and Activism

February 28, 2021 by

Blassingame provided insight into her efforts to evoke the conversations of race and racism woven into American history through printmaking and book art.
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Eyes on Your Own Tabs: How Academic Dishonesty Has Evolved in Remote Learning

February 28, 2021 by

Students collaborating during exams and accessing “study websites” like Chegg are the most common occurrences of academic misconduct. 
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Eight Arrested at Save the San Marcos Foothills Protest

February 27, 2021 by

The group, Save the San Marcos Foothills, has planned a sit-in throughout the weekend and is currently negotiating with the land developers.
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Large Student Gatherings Continue Despite County Ordinance and University Action

February 26, 2021 by

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.
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Cases Decline, But Santa Barbara County Remains in the Purple Tier

February 25, 2021 by

The county’s rates of adjusted cases and positive tests have declined enough to allow for the reopening of elementary schools, provided that an approved safety plan is in place. 
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SB County Board of Supervisors Approves $13.3 million for Rent and Utility Assistance

February 25, 2021 by

The rental assistance program has been in service since Feb. 15 and will continue to be in service until Dec. 30 or unless funds run out sooner.   
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Most Classes To Be Held Remotely, RecCen and University Library Hopeful For Limited Reopening in Spring Quarter

February 23, 2021 by

For the upcoming summer quarter, Yang said UCSB is working on a plan to offer an “enhanced summer quarter” with both remote and residential opportunities.
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Recap: Feb. 19 Santa Barbara County COVID-19 Press Conference

February 22, 2021 by

The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department has currently administered 93% of its given allotments of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.
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SB County Public Health Department Officials Field Community’s Vaccine Questions at Town Hall Event, Address Vaccine Access Equity

February 17, 2021 by

As of Feb. 11, the county has used at least 81% of its current vaccine allotment from the federal government.
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Limited Winter Quarter Housing Allows Few RAs To Return to Campus

February 16, 2021 by

Given the uncertainty surrounding the job and housing security during the COVID-19 pandemic, some of RAs who had their offers rescinded signed leases for off-campus housing instead.
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