Artists Create Giant Bamboo Creatures for Extravaganza 2016
Several artists have been working throughout the week at a ranch in Santa Barbara to create two giant sculptures for UCSB’s Extravaganza 2016 concert.
UCSB Campus a Haven for Birdwatchers
Tom Turner recently pointed his telescope toward the ocean at Coal Oil Point and saw a “river of birds,” counting over 10,000 Pacific loons in 20 minutes.
UCSB Alum To Host New Animal Planet Show
UCSB alumnus Forrest Galante is set to host a new show on Animal Planet to travel the world looking for proof of living animals that have recently been declared extinct.
300 Dorms To Become Triples
In an effort to increase housing options for students, UCSB will be converting 300 dorm rooms into triples in fall 2016.
Former Professor Contests Senator’s Claim That He ‘Squandered’ Grant Money
A senator’s report questions whether a 2011 UCSB study was a waste, but the professor who co-authored the report says no money from the federal grant was used.
UCSB Student Charged with Assaulting Pastor in Isla Vista
A UCSB student was arrested early Saturday morning for assault and several other charges after allegedly punching an Isla Vista pastor more than 30 times in the face.
Extravaganza 2016 Lineup Revealed
A.S. Program Board announced several big-name acts for UCSB’s spring festival, Extravaganza, at Harder Stadium.
UCSB Takes on 40 Acres of Restoration
UCSB is undertaking restoration projects to maintain ecosystems during land development
Officials: New Starbucks To Aid ‘Struggling’ UCen
The decision to replace Nicoletti’s with Starbucks this fall was made largely due to concern about the finances of the University Center, which is running a near $750,000 deficit since July 2015.
Street Names Lack Proper Spanish
Lacking skill in the Spanish language, early Isla Vista developers erroneously translated Spanish words for I.V. street names.