Regeneration: Environmentalist Paul Hawken Restores Hope on the UCSB Campus
Hawken dedicated the lecture to expanding on his book “Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation,” as well as redefining sustainability.
B.U.R.S.A. Provides a Home Away From Home for Burmese Students
The Nexus spoke with the founding members of the organization as they reflected on their work thus far.
UC Santa Barbara’s Special Education and School Psychology Graduate Program Receives $2.7 million Grant
The grant, which was split with Boston University, will fund six doctoral students at UCSB and three at Boston University.
Students Express Concerns With Daily COVID-19 Self-Reporting Survey
As fall quarter progresses, some students are identifying issues with the system, including the self-reporting feature.
UCSB Women’s Center Holds Safe Space for Women in the BIPOC Community
Participants practiced mindfulness activities, learned about topics like self-preservation and were provided with snacks and free journals during the event.
COVID-19 Booster Shots are Now Available For Three COVID-19 Vaccines
Students can log onto myturn.ca.gov to see if they are eligible, and locate nearby locations offering COVID-19 booster shots.
Foothills Forever Receives $3 Million Dollars from the state to Preserve San Marcos Foothills
The $3 million donation was presented in a check to representatives from Foothills Forever by State Senator Monique Limón and Assemblymember Steve Bennett.
UCSB’s Kapatirang Pilipino Wins 36th Annual Friendship Games
The competitions took place in a virtual format this year, posting tasks each day for competitors to complete on their Instagram page throughout the week of Oct. 10.
UC Santa Barbara Students Share Experiences with Alisal Fires
The Nexus spoke with students about their experience with the Alisal fire, a vegetation fire that started at Alisal ranch and is currently 97% contained
#FreeIV: Student and Community Organizations Organize Festival To Protest Halloween Police Presence
#FreeIV will give students and community members the opportunity to enjoy live music and food as well as learn about progressive community organizations.