News

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.

May 13, 2009

Police Blotter

By Staff

Sat., May 2, 11:17 p.m. - The bumping rhythms emanating from the balcony of the Marley House - 6566 Del Playa Dr. - piqued the interest of the Isla Vista Foot Patrol.

May 12, 2009

Jesusita Blaze Causes Slump in Local Sales

By Lexi Pandell

As the Jesusita Fire raged in the hills above Santa Barbara this past week, many local businesses had to shut their doors.

May 12, 2009

Fire Affects UCSB Affiliates

By Todd Prodanovich

The Jesusita Fire, which started last Tuesday afternoon, has left a considerable path of destruction in its wake and at least one UCSB professor and possibly several others without a home.

May 12, 2009

Well-Loved Student Passes

By Staff

Sara Tahmassebi, a second-year UCSB student, died in her Isla Vista apartment Saturday. The cause of death is unknown, pending a toxicology report.

May 12, 2009

New SB Shuttle Line To Run Through I.V.

By Nico Kiefer

The Santa Barbara Mass Transit District will hold a public meeting today to discuss changes in bus routes and schedules, including the creation of a new line running through Isla Vista.