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Senate proposes structural changes to increase A.S. efficiency

October 16, 2024 by

The Senate discussed repairing relations between A.S. entities at its Oct. 9 meeting, discussing several bills including one on establishing more clear requisition guidelines.
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SJP walks out for Gaza, Lebanon during “Week of Rage”

October 16, 2024 by

SJP called for students to walk out of their classes on Oct. 9 and gather at the library steps to honor victims of violence in Gaza since Oct. 7, 2023 and in Lebanon due to recent strikes.
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IVCSD tightens budget for first time after revenue drop-offs

October 12, 2024 by

The IVCSD tightened its budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year after falling short of projected revenue by $100,000 in the last fiscal year.
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Lebanese Social Club hosts fundraisers for humanitarian aid in Lebanon, Gaza

October 11, 2024 by

One fundraiser sells t-shirts for aid in Gaza, and the other will award the highest donor for aid in Lebanon with a retreat to Big Bear.
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Overnight burglaries reported near Storke Family Housing and Santa Ynez Apartments

October 11, 2024 by

Two burglaries occurred overnight from Oct. 10-11 near campus housing. Tools, home improvement fixtures, and other items were stolen.
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“All Languages Language Exchange” propels multilingual connections

October 11, 2024 by

OISS kicked off the first bi-monthly “All Languages Language Exchange” in the SRB on Oct. 3, providing a space for students to practice different languages at all skill levels.
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IVRPD hosts first Stewardship Saturday event of the quarter

October 11, 2024 by

IVRPD held the first ‘Stewardship Saturday’ of the 2024-25 school year on Oct. 5. ‘Stewardship Saturday’ is a weekly series where volunteers can learn tips about sustainable gardening.
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Privately-owned student housing complex opening fall 2025

October 11, 2024 by

A new privately owned housing complex will open behind the Sierra Madre Villages in fall 2025 featuring five to six-bedroom houses.
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AFSCME 3299 demands better wages, housing preceding new contract

October 10, 2024 by

The AFSCME 3299 labor union rallied on Oct. 9 for better pay and housing support. The union contract expires on Oct. 31, and they are currently in contract negotiations with the University.
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UC News

October 10, 2024 by

A UCLA student organized a memorial in honor of those killed during the Oct. 7 attack on Israel by militant-group Hamas was disrupted by two individuals on Monday, according to the Daily Bruin.
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Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

October 10, 2024 by

Health & Wellness is hosting an Open Awareness Meditation session on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 12-12:45 p.m. at the Health & Wellness and Women's Center Community Room 1238 in the SRB.
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The search for a new chancellor begins

October 10, 2024 by

A.S. Senator Dan Siddiqui was chosen to represent the undergraduate student body on a consulting committee to pick UCSB’s new chancellor after Yang steps down at the end of this year. 
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SSI holds vigil to honor Israeli victims of Oct. 7

October 9, 2024 by

Students Supporting Israel held a vigil at Storke Tower on the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7. Attendees honored those who died with candles, speeches and prayers.
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SJP holds vigil in remembrance of victims in Gaza since Oct. 7

October 9, 2024 by

Members of SJP, JVP and other community members gathered on Oct. 7 for a vigil in remembrance of the Palestinian, Lebanese and Israeli lives lost in the last year.
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CALPIRG celebrates California ban on plastic bags in grocery stores after a year of advocacy

October 4, 2024 by

California banned single-use plastic bags on Sept. 22, correcting a loophole in the original law. CALPIRG engaged in grassroots organizing on the matter for the year prior.
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