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A week in UC student news

October 29, 2025 by

UC Davis research team advances cursor movement for people with paralysis, UCLA releases federal administration’s proposed settlement and UC Merced turns 20.
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Annual Isla Vista Halloween ordinance begins

October 29, 2025 by and

The annual noise ordinance ahead of Halloween went into effect on Oct. 26.
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Library expands hours, introduces alternative 24/7 spaces

October 29, 2025 by and

Library Late Night Study will be extended to operate from 1-3 a.m. on Sunday through Thursday, and will now open at 7 a.m. every day of the week.
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Construction begins on the San Benito Student Housing project, expected completion by fall 2027

October 24, 2025 by

Construction has begun on the San Benito Housing project, part of the two-stage plan by UC Santa Barbara to provide additional housing for students.
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Mini Market held at Isla Vista Community Center

October 24, 2025 by

Isla Vista Farmers Market and Thriftopia collaborated with the Isla Vista Small Artists Cooperative and UCSB Associated Students to host a Mini Market.
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Black Quare revives community space for Black LGBTQIA+ students

October 24, 2025 by

Black Quare, a student organization for Black students who identify with the LGBTQIA+ community, held its first meeting after being inactive for several years.
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Halloween alternatives during noise ordinance

October 23, 2025 by

For Halloween weekend, the IVFP places a noise ordinance prohibiting parties in Isla Vista from Oct. 26 to Nov. 4, however, students have alternative options.
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Cosplay Club hosted Halloween-themed community event

October 23, 2025 by

The Cosplay Club hosted an event in collaboration with the Isla Vista Food Cooperative and the Isla Vista Small Artists Cooperative on Oct. 18.
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EVPLA holds Halloween ‘Know Your Rights’ workshop to educate community

October 23, 2025 by and

The Office of the External Vice President for Local Affairs hosted a Halloween-themed “Know Your Rights” workshop on Monday, Oct. 20 at the Pardall Center.
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Second ‘No Kings’ protest draws thousands in opposition to Trump administration

October 23, 2025 by and

Around 13,000 locals gathered downtown on Oct. 18 for the second “No Kings” protest, organized by local activist organization Indivisible Santa Barbara. 
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Federal funding cuts to CalFresh to impact UCSB Basic Needs in 2026

October 23, 2025 by

UCSB's CalFresh outreach program, which helps students apply for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, is facing a $178,219 budget cut for 2026.
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UCPD proposes temporary barricade to deter off-path biking

October 22, 2025 by

The 76th Associated Students Senate heard from UC Police Department Interim Chief of Police Matthew Bly regarding bike enforcement updates on Oct. 15.
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Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

October 22, 2025 by

Society of Cosmetic Chemists hosts Pop-Up Market, Women’s Center hosts "Sip and See: Spirits and Stigma" and UCSB Library hosts "Hallowzine Crafting Night."
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A week in UC student news 

October 22, 2025 by

A judge ordered UC to publicize the federal administration’s settlement demands and UCSD shared student, staff, faculty names with the federal administration.  
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Attempted sexual assault reported near lagoon

October 22, 2025 by

An unknown male attempted to sexually assault an individual near the lagoon on Sunday night. The survivor reported the incident on the following day.
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