As In-Person Research Goes Dormant, UCSB Researchers Explore New Methods of Work

Despite the shuttering of research on campus, there are still alternatives for student researchers, such as proposing ideas for future projects.

Management Company Wolfe & Associates Suffers Data Breach

Wolfe & Associates was first notified about the data breach by the Santa Barbara Police Department on March 5.

UCEAP Suspends All Spring and Summer Study Abroad Programs

It’s unclear how many students are still currently abroad, either due to travel restrictions or their personal desire to stay abroad.

UCSB Eases Pass/No Pass Grading Policies in Light of Coronavirus Impact

Students normally have to decide to have their classes graded P/NP by week seven but can now make the switch anytime up until June 5, the last day of spring quarter instruction.

UC Will Not Fire “Career Employees” Due To Coronavirus Through End of June

Napolitano clarified that this does not mean that there will not be cutbacks on hours or layoffs for staff as part of “typical student and career employee summer staffing” adjustments.

More Than 5,000 Students Move Out Of Dorms; Remaining Residents To Move To Santa Catalina

Currently, the plan is to begin moving students into Santa Catalina beginning April 10.

Spring Quarter A.S. Elections To Take Place Digitally

Soft campaigning will begin as previously planned on April 12, giving candidates approximately 10 days until voting ends.

UC Relaxes Admission Requirements Due to Coronavirus-Related Challenges

The measures are temporary but could apply to students affected by the coronavirus pandemic “for future years as applicable,” according to the press release. 

SB County To Shut Down Isla Vista Beaches During Deltopia Weekend

According to the press release, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office will be enforcing the closure. 

Moratoriums on Evictions Due to COVID-19 Issued on Statewide and County Level

Evictions may only be halted if the tenant cannot pay rent because of coronavirus, according to the statewide executive order.