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Missed evidence and conflicts of interest: Behind the controversial UCSB Associated Students 2025 election

A presidential candidate did not drop out due to Daniyal Siddiqui's direct actions though the Judicial Council charges him for it
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Group sets scooter on fire near residence hall

On June 2, the UC Santa Barbara Police Department responded to a report of arson where a group of people was seen lighting a scooter on fire.
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IVCSD hosts e-waste drop-off event

IVCSD hosted a free electronic waste drop-off as part of a larger initiative to lessen the impact of waste that move-out season places on the local area. 
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Student-run farmers market brings fresh produce to I.V.

A group of students decided to create a student-run farmers market, which has now operated for a year and hopes to expand. 
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New community activism course offered upcoming fall quarter

A new course will be taught in the upcoming fall quarter which will explore how various communities work together to inspire change.
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Department of Asian American Studies celebrates its 30th anniversary with first-ever alumni reunion

UC Santa Barbara’s Department of Asian American Studies hosted its 30th anniversary celebration and first-ever alumni reunion on May 17-18. 
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I.V. Food Co-op reaches May fundraising target

The Isla Vista Food Cooperative has fundraised a total of $55,170, meeting its previously set goal of $50,000 by mid-may.
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Students highlight Black activism with ‘The Takeover’ screening

Audience members filled the MultiCultural Center Theater on Thursday night to watch film festival-recognized UC Santa Barbara student film “The Takeover.”
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Police Accountability Board aims to bridge gap between campus police and student body

The Police Accountability Board is the go-between for students and the UCPD. The board meets monthly and holds meetings when they have complaints to review.
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Answers and updates about immigration from USS, UC Imm

UC Santa Barbara Undocumented Student Services and the University of California Immigrant Legal Services Center gave updates and answers during a workshop on May 20.
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Armed group assaults, robs two people in Isla Vista

Last night, a group of suspects assaulted two people at Tierra De Fortuna Park, stealing property from the victims. The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the crime. 
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Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

ONDAS Student Center hosts ‘Graduate School Guidance for First-Gen Students,’ OISS hosts ‘English Conversation Club, Class Meeting with Lisa.’
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A week in UC student news

Department of Justice says it intends to sue UC over alleged antisemitism and the first human bladder transplant was operated at UCLA. 
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A.S. Executive and Senate swear in 76th cohort, contention ensues

The 76th cohort of Associated Students executives and senators were sworn into office. Tensions began arising for the 75th Senates final reports.
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A week in UC student news

Governor Gavin Newsom reduces budget cuts to the UC in revised budget and UC Riverside prepares climate action plan.
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