News

March 6, 2003

Leg Council Reviews Member Attendance Resolution, Funds

By William Pham Staff Writer

The possible removal of eight Leg Council members because of unexcused absences dominated the agenda of the last meeting of the quarter last night. Representative-at-large Ginger Gonzaga and Off-campus Representative Eva...

March 6, 2003

March 5, 2003

By system

An officer patrolling the 6700 block of Del Playa Drive observed a 19-year-old man urinating in a public space approximately 100 feet from the edge of a cliff. The officer noticed a strong odor of alcohol and the Pisser'...

March 6, 2003

Ashes to Ashes and Dust to Dust

By system

March 5, 2003

The Weapon of Resolve

By Drew Atkins

For Become the Change, a local group organizing a human shield delegation to Iraq, the prospect of traveling to a war zone may soon become a reality.

March 5, 2003

Coalition Walks the Talk

By Kelly Lack Reporter

The Student Coalition for Peace has planned a walkout and various anti-war demonstrations for the UCSB community in a nationwide walkout protest of the possible war.

March 5, 2003

Recycle Bin Melts in Weekend Fire

By Stephanie Tavares

Community Service Organization officers discovered the receptacle engulfed in flames at 2:15 a.m. on Sunday in front of the UCen near the University Art Museum.

March 5, 2003

Capps Lands Federal Funds for Local Use

By Jenny Mayock

Congresswoman Lois Capps succeeded last month in obtaining $6.1 million in federal funding for several projects in Santa Barbara County.

March 5, 2003

Documentary Pays Tribute to Flying A Studios

By David Uejio Reporter

Playing to a packed house of students, faculty, community members and visitors from this week's Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the reception for the films was overwhelmingly positive.

March 5, 2003

I.V. Churches Observe Ash Wednesday

By Christine Bai

An on-campus prayer service marking the beginning of the Lenten season will take place at noon today on the outdoor platform between the UCen and the lagoon.

March 5, 2003

Walk Like an Egyptian

By system

Alan Doak walks the line in front of the Chemistry building Monday, but not in the way some unfortunate Gauchos have been forced to on drunken nights past. Doak enjoys "slacklining" to relax on his lunch break.

March 4, 2003

Rincon’s Septic Surf May Ebb

By Kristina Ackermann

Surf at Rincon Beach won't be so crappy after local homeowners flow away from septic tanks and into a nearby sewer system. An environmental impact report (EIR) is being conducted on behalf of surfers and environmentalist...

March 4, 2003

UCSB Weightlifter Wins Competition

By Stephanie Tavares

A UCSB student was declared one of California's strongest powerlifters this weekend after lifting over three-fourths of a ton in two days of competition.

March 4, 2003

Marijuana Maven Lectures at MCC

By Travis Hunter

You might call Dr. David Bearman an expert on drug abuse, considering he has spoken before Congress on the issue approximately 50 times. He has also testified in court that a man is not responsible for his actions after ...

March 4, 2003

New Computer Gaming Club Wants to Throw Large Parties

By Daniel Haier

A new campus club aims to bring real social interaction to the virtual world of Internet gaming. Glenn Wyatt and Michael Warren said they want to bring the large UCSB online gaming community together for social events a...

March 4, 2003

Goleta City Council Hires Firm to Address City Plan

By Bonnie Holladay

In another step towards creating a city plan, the Goleta City Council decided at its regular weekly meeting Monday night to sign a contract with the consulting firm of Crawford, Multari & Clark Associates. Once completed...

March 4, 2003