Santa Barbara County Moves Back to Most Restrictive COVID-19 Reopening Tier

This is the first time Santa Barbara County has entered the purple tier since Sept. 30. 

Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQIA+ Students From Afar: RCSGD’s Plans for Fall Quarter and Beyond

With a calendar full of events and programs for the virtual fall quarter and beyond, the Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity waits with open arms.

Prop 16 Failed to Pass. What’s Next for the UC System?

For student leaders on the “front lines” of campaigning, the decision came as a blow for those hoping to bring greater racial diversity to the UC system.

The Gen Z Vote: Digital Outreach in the 2020 Election

Though most young adults and teens are well attuned with social media, older politicians’ efforts may fall flat when trying to engage with Gen Z voters.

“It’s fun and not fun watching from the outside”: UCSB International Students Discuss U.S. Election

Some international students said it was difficult watching the election unfold without being able to actively participate in it. 

Early Polling Results Show Record Numbers of Youth Voter Turnout Nationwide

In light of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, UCSB CALPIRG ramped up voter registration efforts and adapted its normal tactics for online environments.

Students Reflect on the 2020 Presidential Elections and Prepare for Political Divisiveness

The Isla Vista Community Services District says there is little to no concern for violent demonstrations and that law enforcement has not provided any information on possible threats in the area.

Victim in ‘Suspicious Death’ at Campus Point was a UCSB Community Member

As of Saturday at 3:45 p.m., no one is in custody, according to Barbara Ross, executive assistant to Santa Barbara County District Attorney Joyce Dudley.

2020 Election Results: Santa Barbara County Victories

With an 84% voter turnout as of Nov. 12, over 197,000 Santa Barbara County voters casted their ballots in this year’s national election. 

Learning From Spring and Summer, Professors Pilot Revisions to Remote Instruction for Fall Quarter

As for their outlook on fall quarter and beyond, professors are cautiously optimistic.