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Eric Forman Voted For Obama

February 20, 2008 by Staff

MSNBC projected that Obama would win Wisconsin last night with 0% of the precincts reporting. ZERO. Not a single vote had been counted and they told us who would win!
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FISA Debate Involves More Than Terrorism

February 20, 2008 by Staff

I was reading yesterday's conservative column ("Liberals Disarrange Defense Measures," Daily Nexus, Feb. 19) and couldn't help but feel that Mr. Dulgar was missing the point of the debate behind the F...
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Beach Boozin’ Ensures Fun in the Sun

February 20, 2008 by Staff

I don't know about you all, but when I chose this school, it wasn't because of the Nobel laureates or the prestigious UC system. Sure that stuff is nice when looking for a job. But the real reason I c...
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Stance on War Should Not Sway Support Away From Troops

February 20, 2008 by Staff

To begin, I want you to note that this is not directed at ALL of the glue-sniffing hippies from last Tuesday's protest - just the few who told me they wish the military would disband and be done away ...
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Nicki’s Nifty News

February 20, 2008 by Nicki Arnold

Every once in a while, I run across an article that makes me want to get out there and actually change my life. I’m not sure if it’s the mood I’m in when I find the article or becaus...
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That’s What He Said: Strike’s End Leaves TV Fate Unclear

February 19, 2008 by Alex Pavlovic

Writers love using the cliché term "the long national nightmare is over" - whether they're being serious or facetious. So in honor of the writers of the world, I'll use the phrase myself, as I re...
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First Class Operation

February 19, 2008 by The Weatherhuman

Apparently three Ohio couples decided that Valentine's Day was as good a time as any to get married.
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Liberals Disarrange Defense Measures

February 19, 2008 by Jeff Dulgar

The Democrats only seem to make our government more complicated. Their latest shenanigans make it nearly impossible for the United States to monitor electronic transmissions to and from foreign source...
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Think!

February 19, 2008 by Staff

Guru Uncovers I.V.’s Healthy Vittles

February 15, 2008 by David Rabie

Freebirds, Super Cucas, Cantina, Rosarito and even El Sitio - to most, Isla Vista is synonymous with dirty, greasy, unhealthy Mexican food. If you want healthy food and are afraid of venturing outside...
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Roses Are Red…

February 15, 2008 by Staff

Oh my God. Two corrections in two days… copy staff, I officially rescind my Valentine to all of you. I have a job to do, I have adoring fans. Stop stealing my box! Also, news staff, how hard is ...
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Institution Eclipses Researchers’ Motive

February 15, 2008 by Nick Robinson

When I heard UCSB students would be holding an anti-war rally at Pardall Tunnel, I did not have an overwhelming desire to attend. Like most students on this campus, I'm against the Iraq war, and I'm v...
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Drink!

February 15, 2008 by Staff

Bro Battles With Bud Bachelorettes And They’re Both Named Mary Jane

February 14, 2008 by Jeff Gibson

Valentine's Day: Aside from Columbus Day, it's probably my least favorite holiday, year in and year out. Maybe I can't get over the fact that both celebrations completely ignore what actually happened...
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Be My Valentine? (Only If You’re Hot Though)

February 14, 2008 by Staff

Sources around the office tell me that people have been looking for me at parties. Look, I get it. I love myself too. But you can’t expect the ‘Human to show up without an invite. I’...
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