With New Incentivized Testing Program Underway, I.V. Theater Becomes Permanent COVID-19 Testing Location

The incentives include gift cards and coupons for and from local Isla Vista businesses to support the local economy while increasing testing.

Lea Toubian Elected Next Associated Students President in Special Election

2,045 students voted, or 9.02% of undergraduates. 

UCSB Geology Ph.D. Student Remembered as Loving Friend and Altruistic Mentor

The university awarded Alex Johnson a posthumous Ph.D. just 48 hours after his passing — a process that usually takes several months. 

1,000 Undergraduate Students Set To Move Into University-Owned Apartments This Weekend

All new students will be required to take a COVID-19 test upon arrival, sequester for one week and be re-tested at the end of the week.

UC System Plans for In-Person Instruction in Fall 2021

The UC’s statement on Monday marks the first systemwide announcement of a return to in-person instruction. 

In Photos | I.V. Houseless Residents Vacate Anisq’Oyo’ Park

As the encampments in Anisq’Oyo’ Park were removed, the camping area at the People’s Park continued to see an increase in occupancy.

Preliminary Hearing for Isla Vista ‘Mirror Bus’ Driver Postponed Following Change in Representation

A hearing to reschedule the preliminary hearing will take place on Jan. 14.

Cydia Creator and I.V. CSD Director Jay Freeman Sues Apple For Allegedly Monopolizing App Distribution

At the core of the lawsuit is app distribution, over which the lawsuit alleges Apple exerts full control.

Houseless Residents Vacate Anisq’Oyo’ Park Following IVRPD Directive

Aside from one altercation between two houseless residents, the clearing of Anisq’Oyo’ Park went peacefully. 

Associated Students Presidential Election To Be Held in Week Two

The election will have a 4% voting threshold, which means that approximately 930 undergraduate students must vote in order for the results to be valid.