UC Workers’ Union Will Strike Following ‘Final Impasse’
AFSCME 3299, one of the largest unions representing workers within the University of California system, voted to strike following more than a year of negotiations, according to a union representative.
Bike Sharing Program Soon To Reach Isla Vista, UCSB
UC Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Public Works department will be implementing a bike sharing program that will span across both Isla Vista and the UCSB campus.
Nexus Retracts EVPSA Endorsement
The editorial board believes it is best to formally retract the endorsement of Mayela Morales for the executive position.
Suspect Arrested in Sexual Assault on UCSB Campus
A student was raped on campus last Saturday, April 21, the UC Santa Barbara Police Department reported on Tuesday.
Eight A.S. Exec. Candidates Do Not Support UCen Renovation, Which Would Raise Student Fees
Eight candidates running for an A.S. executive position denounced the proposed “NewCen” ballot measure, which would raise student fees to fund the University Center renovation.
Pauley Track Reopens After Over a Year in Construction
UC Santa Barbara’s track officially reopened this Wednesday after a 16-month-long closure caused by a lack of funding and subpar infrastructure.
Take Back the Night Rallies Against Sexual Assault, Sets Space for Healing
Take Back the Night hosted its annual spring rally Wednesday night to raise awareness for the ongoing issue of sexual assault at UC Santa Barbara and Isla Vista.
CSUs Will Not Raise Tuition in 2018
California State Universities will not be raising tuition for the 2018-2019 academic year, according to a press release from the university system’s website.
Off-Campus Senate Candidates Talk Platforms
For the most part, candidates for both Campus United (CU) and the Isla Vista Party (IVP) converged on issues at the official forum, agreeing on topics like safety in I.V., keeping tuition and student fees at a minimum and voting for Measure R, which would fund the I.V. Community Services District.
Mayela Morales for External Vice President for Statewide Affairs
Mayela Morales’s platform includes addressing the rising costs of higher education, increasing outreach to students and uplifting groups in the community who may feel they lack representation.