News

May 18, 2009

UCSB Relays for Cancer Research

By Angel Rodriguez Reporter

Over a thousand Good Samaritans raised nearly $78,000 for the American Cancer Society this weekend by walking, running and jogging through the night at UCSB's 6th annual Relay For Life.

May 15, 2009

State Warns Fire Victims of Fraudulent Contractors

By Evan Sherwood

The California Contractors State License Board will be out in force next Tuesday in an effort to prevent phony contractors from scamming those who lost homes in the Jesusita Fire.

May 15, 2009

Undergrads Participate in Research Colloquium

By Jordanne Pascual

Marking the largest turnout in the event's history, 175 undergraduate students showcased their research and creative works yesterday at the annual Undergraduate Research Colloquium in Corwin Pavilion.

May 15, 2009

UCSB Professor Receives National Honors

By Jeff Nettleton

The prestigious National Academy of Education recently selected a UCSB faculty member to join its ranks.

May 14, 2009

Man Battles Fire Unassisted

By Evan Sherwood

UCSB emeritus professor Richard Martin recently fought the Jesusita Fire single-handedly, riding out the firestorm in a homemade bunker.

May 14, 2009

I.V. To Enforce Tagging Policy

By Staff

Despite a new law requiring timely removal of graffiti, tagging in Isla Vista remains a growing problem.

May 14, 2009

Troupe Places in Top 8

By Richard Lau

Rising fees, a worsening job market and destructive wildfires notwithstanding, UCSB students now have something to laugh at - their very own top-ranked comedy troupe.

May 14, 2009

Gaucho Entrepreneurs Compete for Funding

By Julie Epstein

A $7,500 grand prize is on the line as four teams of UCSB students enter the final round of the 10th New Venture Competition tomorrow.

May 14, 2009

Council Debates Bills, Resolutions

By Kristen Peters

Last night's Associated Students Legislative Council meeting featured a whopping 43 items of new business.

May 13, 2009

Fire Begets New Home Idea

By Lexi Pandell

With the Jesusita Fire under control, and evacuees returning home, environmental contractors have begun discussing the possibility of rebuilding green, fireproof homes for the victims of this latest wildfire.

May 13, 2009

SB Child Contracts Possible Swine Flu

By Evan Sherwood

Officials with the Public Health Dept. reported a probable case of swine flu in Santa Barbara County yesterday.

May 13, 2009

Rally To Fight Against Cuts

By Kristen Peters

A group of students will hold a mock commencement ceremony on campus today in which no one will graduate.

May 13, 2009

Films Eye Mideast Strife

By Sheila Ganjian

After 10 days of Middle Eastern movie screenings and related guest speakers, the third annual Israeli-Palestinian Film Festival will draw to a close tomorrow.

May 13, 2009

Students To Hug It Out for Well-Being

By Jordanne Pascual

Advocates of flexibility, serenity and deep breathing are inviting students to partake in a "yoga flash mob" on campus today.

May 13, 2009

Study Seeks Sources of Ocean Damage

By Rebecca Bratburd

Helmed by UCSB researchers, a two-year study examining human's impact on our regional oceans was published recently, mapping both the primary and everyday culprits behind the degradation of our oceans.

May 13, 2009

Game Exec To Speak at SB

By Matt Matejcek

Local gamers might want to cast off their headsets, power down their computers and expose themselves to the blinding sun this afternoon to embark on a journey to Campbell Hall.