News

March 1, 2024

MCC community members release anonymous statement on Feb. 26 gathering, address harm caused

By Asumi Shuda

The @our.mcc account did not immediately respond for comment. The statement was not signed. The Nexus is working to confirm who the account represents.

March 1, 2024

A.S. COSWB, Gauchos for Recovery provide overdose prevention resources, training

By Michael Zhang

Staff members from both organizations tabled outside of the Arbor from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering free naloxone and fentanyl test strips alongside instructions on their usage.

February 29, 2024

MCC staff and student staff doxxed after pro-Palestine and anti-Zionist signage

By Sindhu Ananthavel

UC Santa Barbara temporarily suspended the MultiCultural Center (MCC) following the posting of signage.

February 29, 2024

UC refuses to recognize UCSB Student Dining Labor Union

By Lizzy Rager

The University of California recommended expansion of the union’s bargaining units to a more UC-wide effort, according to a letter obtained by the Nexus.

February 29, 2024

YDSA rallies for meal swipe reforms

By Lizzy Rager

The action follows a petition that garnered over 2,200 signatories — 10% of the student population.

February 29, 2024

SJP, JVP confirm uninvolvement with Monday’s signage at MCC

By Asumi Shuda

The statement follows pro-Palestine student activists posting signage during a gathering at the MultiCultural Center.

February 29, 2024

I.V. resident falls off Del Playa balcony during Saturday party, uninjured

By Asumi Shuda

The resident was allegedly attending a party and attempted to bypass partygoers by climbing over the railing, slipping and falling in the process.

February 29, 2024

Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

By Asumi Shuda

Weekly goings-on in and around Isla Vista.

February 28, 2024

UCSB announces UC Systemwide Office of Civil Rights, responds to antisemitic incidents on campus

By Asumi Shuda

The Nexus will continue to report on this topic as more information becomes available.

February 28, 2024

UCSB temporarily suspends MCC after students post pro-Palestine, anti-Zionist signage at Center

By Asumi Shuda

Students posted signage throughout the Lounge, with more than 100 signs covering the windows and walls of the room.

February 26, 2024

College of Letters & Science hosts debate on housing

By Devin Gowdy

Panelists discussed whether or not housing is a human right in the context of the California housing crisis.

February 26, 2024

UC News

By Sindhu Ananthavel

A weekly recap of news highlights from the nine University of California campuses.

February 26, 2024

SJP holds vigil for Palestine, Opportunity for All

By Anushka Ghosh Dastidar

UC Santa Barbara Students for Justice in Palestine held a vigil in honor of Palestine and the suspended Opportunity for All initiative on Feb. 16, in collaboration with Jewish Voice for Peace and UC Divest Coalition at U...

February 24, 2024

Several at-risk Del Playa properties revealed to be left out of storm evacuation alert

By Lizzy Rager, Anushka Ghosh Dastidar

Three properties on the 67 block of Del Playa Drive that did not receive warnings were evacuated despite several at-risk properties being warned ahead of the storm, as discussed at a Feb. 13 Board of Supervisors meeting....

February 24, 2024

College of Creative Studies M. Garren Tinney writing fellows discuss their book-length projects

By Melody Xu

UC Santa Barbara Writing Program awarded three undergraduate students the M. Garren Tinney Fellowship to allow them to pursue their writing projects. Now, in their final year, the three have either published or are in pr...