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October 11, 2004

Queers Kick-Start Week of Celebrations

By Lindsey Clodfelter

All colors will fly this morning as a rainbow march makes its way across campus, marking the first event of a weeklong celebration in honor of National Coming Out Day. The UCSB Queer Student Union (QSU), along with the R...

October 11, 2004

Hundreds Walk in Fight Against Breast Cancer

By Natalie Crow

Several hundred volunteers took steps Saturday morning to help raise money to discover a cure for breast cancer. The fifth annual Barbara Ireland Walk for the Cure took place at Chase Palm Park downtown at 8 a.m. to sup...

October 11, 2004

Greeks To Host Blood Drive on Campus Today

By Lauren Wolman Reporter

The Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority and Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity are hosting a blood drive for the Tri-Counties Blood Bank from noon to 4 p.m. in the MultiCultural Center Meeting Room, located in the Associated Students Bui...

October 11, 2004

UCSB Program Seeks Friends for Mentally Disabled

By Sharilyn Baker Reporter

The award-winning UCSB chapter of Best Buddies is looking to make new friends. The goal of the program is to enhance the lives of people with mental disabilities by providing the chance for a good friendship.

October 11, 2004

The GPS Leading the Blind

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October 8, 2004

State Assembly Candidate Woos Isla Vista Voters

By Dina Vainer

Bob Pohl, Republican candidate for the 35th District California State Assembly seat, held a meet-and-greet last night at 6518 Del Playa Drive, chatting with students about his plan for UCSB and Isla Vista.

October 8, 2004

New Program Fights Dangerous Drinking

By Gianna Conti Reporter

The Santa Barbara Alcohol and Drug Program (SBADP) is aiming to curb binge drinking in Isla Vista, and with a recent grant of $237,000 it now has the funds to target local residents while they are out partying.

October 8, 2004

UCen Dining Gains Sweet Addition

By Patrick Brogan

Students looking for a frosty treat have a new place to indulge their craving this year. A new Ben & Jerry's mini-scoop ice cream stand has found a home on the upper level of the UCen next to the Information Center and a...

October 7, 2004

Gross’ Theory Stays Strong Over the Years

By Ben Krasnow

David Gross' Nobel Prize-winning theory may not have everyday applications, but it continues to provide inspiration to physicists. Gross performed extensive work in developing the nuts and bolts of Quantum Chromodynamics...

October 7, 2004

Cops Probe Possible Buchanan Assault

By Jason La

UC Police are investigating a possible physical assault that occurred Tuesday afternoon in the men's bathroom of Buchanan Hall. UCPD Public Information Officer Mark Signa said authorities are not able to release the name...

October 7, 2004

Campus Groups Seek More Student Voters

By Galina Peters Reporter

In the weeks before this year's Oct. 18 voter registration deadline, students may find it nearly impossible to walk across campus without being reminded to register to vote in the upcoming presidential election. In prepa...

October 7, 2004

UC Employees Rally to Obtain Better Wages

By Oliver Mains Reporter

About 40 University employees and students gathered in Storke Plaza on Wednesday at noon to show their support for the Coalition of University Employees' (CUE) first rally of the year.

October 7, 2004

UCSB Physics Center, Rest of Cosmos Expand

By Stephanie Trujillo

A dedication ceremony will be held today at 10 a.m. to celebrate the impending completion of a 9600 sq. foot addition to and 2000 sq. feet of renovation of Kohn Hall.

October 7, 2004

Leggies Reconsider Ousting Chair

By Kaitlin Pike

Associated Students Legislative Council discussed the possibility of removing the A.S. Committees Coordinator at their meeting Wednesday night, but ended up voting down the proposal.