Tri-Alpha National Honor Society Honors First-Generation Community
Jenna Jorgenson highlighted the importance of having an honor society for first-generation students at UCSB.
Isla Vista Food Co-Op Celebrates 50 Years, Reflects on the Pandemic
The co-op lists its visionary goals – environmental stewardship, economic resilience, community advocacy and healthy food for all – that it aims to balance with the demands of running a viable business.
2022-23 State Budget Increases Funding for UC
The proposal includes a $307.3 million increase in ongoing funding for the UC.
Redistricting Moves Isla Vista, UCSB Into the Second District From the Third
As a result of the shift, I.V. and UCSB now have a new representative on the Board of Supervisors: Gregg Hart. He will replace Isla Vista’s representative from the past five years, Joan Hartmann.
UC Leadership Affirms Support for DACA Program
The chancellors’ letter described both the sizable presence that DACA participants have across UC campuses and the value they bring as students, employees and community members.
I.V. Recreation and Park District Awarded $4.2 Million Grant for Park Restoration
The district hopes to plan the design and construction in 2022 and break ground on the project by spring 2023.
Deceased Individual Found at Campus Point
The identity of the deceased individual has not been released yet, though next of kin have been notified.
Vista Point: Weekly Going-Ons in Isla Vista
Events happening in and around Isla Vista for community members to engage in.
Some UC Campuses Extend Remote Learning Period; UCSB Still To Return on Jan. 18 While COVID-19 Cases Peak for University
UC Santa Barbara is yet to make any such announcement about extending its remote learning period.
UCSB Announces Remote Learning for First Two Weeks of Winter Quarter
Current plans indicate that UC schools will remain online till Jan. 17, 2022, though that plan may change depending on the spread of COVID-19.