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Santa Barbara stakeholders share stances on I.C.E.

February 27, 2026 by

The Nexus has compiled a list of statements and actions by local entities regarding I.C.E. to promote transparency for the local community.
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Students build garden beds for local senior home

February 27, 2026 by

Associated Student’s Community Affairs Board collaborated with the Edible Campus Program to host “Seniors & Soil” on Feb. 21.
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I.V. Food Co-op sees improved financials following shutdown of downtown store

February 27, 2026 by

The IV Food Co-op's board members announced their financial situation has improved following the shutdown of its downtown location.
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A week in UC student news

February 26, 2026 by

Trump administration sues UC over alleged antisemitism against employees and all UC campuses agree to send alerts for campus immigration enforcement activity.
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JC does not find IVP negligent in honoraria process

February 26, 2026 by

A.S. Judicial Council did not find IVP Enri Lala to be negligent in his duties of overseeing the honoraria process, according to its Feb. 17 decision. 
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Goleta Water District representatives discuss local water quality, sustainability

February 26, 2026 by

UC Santa Barbara Sustainability hosted a discussion panel on water safety in Goleta on Feb. 19 in collaboration with the Goleta Water District.
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UCSB lecturers hold UC-AFT union contract kickoff

February 26, 2026 by

 UCSB affiliated with the AC-AFT Local 1474 union marked the start of a new bargaining contract with UC administration on Feb. 19.
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Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

February 25, 2026 by

Health & Wellness hosts "Sustainable Cooking," A.S. Take Back the Night and C.A.B. hosts "Hygiene Kit Making!" and IHC hosts free screening of "Eternity."
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Senate creates mobile food pantry, textbook grant program

February 25, 2026 by and

Senate adopted legislation creating a mobile food pantry and textbook grant support program, and discussed support for increased marine protections. 
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I.V. waste management updated after 30 years

February 25, 2026 by and

The SBC Board of Supervisors unanimously passed the amendments to trash services in I.V. at their Feb. 24 meeting, which will go into effect in July.
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Understanding the Flock camera near UCSB

February 25, 2026 by

An automated license plate reader managed by Flock Safety has operated in front of UC Santa Barbara’s Santa Catalina Residence Hall for over a year.
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College of Engineering to offer new AI major

February 25, 2026 by

College of Engineering will offer a new AI major to a selection of incoming CS students starting fall 2026.
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I.V. Green aims to bring food security to the community

February 20, 2026 by

The IV Green project, a seven-part gardening workshop series, was designed to combat food insecurity and to promote sustainability and community.
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Mobility Transport Program seeks permanent student fee

February 20, 2026 by and

The Mobility Transport Program is seeking a permanent student fee to fund the program.
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Office of Ombuds provides confidential consultation in a range of difficult situations

February 20, 2026 by

The Office of the Ombuds provides confidential consultation services to all campus community members on issues related to the University.
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