News

Redone Melvyl System To Aid Library Research

May 27, 2008 by Evan Sherwood

Beginning today, UCSB students will have access to a world of knowledge as the launch of the Next-Generation Melvyl search engine takes the library global
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Yearly Event To Showcase Human Rights Movies

May 27, 2008 by Staff

The third annual Santa Barbara Human Rights Film Festival returns tonight, bringing to campus a selection of award-winning films centered on global issues.
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Rest in Peace

May 27, 2008 by Staff

Student-Produced Films To Screen at Reel Loud Festival

May 23, 2008 by Marie V. Recalde

The sound of silence will reverberate throughout Campbell Hall tonight when the curtains rise for the 17th annual Reel Loud Film Festival.
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Propositions Address Rent Control, Eminent Domain

May 23, 2008 by Tom Standifer

Two competing propositions that focus on eminent domain and rent control have sparked controversy as local advocates compete for votes in the upcoming June 3 election.
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A.S. Court Declares OPP Not Guilty

May 23, 2008 by Staff

In the first case brought to a hearing in the ongoing Associated Students elections saga, Open People's Party was found not guilty of conducting unfair campaign violations.
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Experts Call for Federal Protection of Seabirds

May 23, 2008 by Nick Kennedy

A local seabird threatened by coastal development is currently being considered for inclusion on the national Endangered Species list.
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CHP To Boost Presence Over Weekend

May 23, 2008 by Staff

Irresponsible drivers, beware - the California Highway Patrol is using all its resources to maximize enforcement over the Memorial Day weekend.
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A Nicely Trimmed Bush

May 23, 2008 by Staff

Domi Arigato, Mr. Roboto

May 23, 2008 by Staff

Groups Honor Middle Eastern Culture

May 22, 2008 by Nadia Ismail

Storke Plaza received a Middle Eastern makeover yesterday as UCSB's first Middle Eastern Fair enveloped the square in the traditional music, aromas and aesthetics of the region.
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Rock and Politics Combine in Local Band’s Quest for Success

May 22, 2008 by Elliott Rosenfeld

Spawned from the squalor of Del Playa Drive, Isla Vista band and Extravaganza 2008 opening act Out of State is striving for more than just rock 'n' roll glory as it aims to gather funds for cyclone-ra...
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EPA Anticipates End of Oil Spill Cleanup Project

May 22, 2008 by Kristin Ferrell

More than six months after Greka Energy Co. spilled 86,000 gallons of crude oil at its Bell Lease facility, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that it is nearing completion of its clea...
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Physics Professor Presents Diamond Research

May 22, 2008 by Chris Stein

UCSB physics professor David Awschalom revealed his award-winning research plan to the Academic Senate yesterday, unveiling the potential role of diamonds in the supercomputers of tomorrow.
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