A.S. Judicial Council files injunction on budget deliberations after A.S. president allegedly violates legal code

The Associated Students Judicial Council filed an injunction placing a hold on the Association’s 2024 budget deliberations, the council announced in an April 29 email. This decision follows Associated Students President Tessa Veksler allegedly violating Associated Students Legal Code by recommending the reallocation of the Associated Students Program Board rollover funds to the Finance and […]

UCSB Divest takes over SRB in solidarity with nationwide campus protests

Over 150 students attended the Student Resource Building (SRB) takeover throughout the day. No counter-protesters or law enforcement officers were present, and according to event organizers, SRB staff were notified of the demonstration beforehand.

A.S. Senate discusses resolution to condemn IDF and Israeli government

The Associated Students (A.S.) Senate did not vote on the resolution, motioning to table it for one week. The Senate will discuss the resolution again at its May 1 meeting.

Owen Meyers for External Vice President of Local Affairs

The Nexus believes that Meyers’ experience with UC in Isla Vista (UCIV), his comprehensive plans for the position, and his knowledge and involvement with local county entities make him the best fit.

Açucar Pinto for Internal Vice President

Açucar Pinto displayed a comprehensive understanding of the campus climate, and understood the importance of facilitating productive dialogue among members of A.S. Senate.

Monica Mekhlouf for External Vice President for Statewide Affairs

Mekhlouf demonstrated through their experiences working with students on campus that they have the empathy and expertise to stand at the helm of the office.

UCPD reports burglar in Anacapa Hall

The perpetrator reportedly trespassed into multiple resident rooms, rummaged through personal items and tried other door handles.

Man in bluff fatality identified

The man who died in a cliff incident on Saturday was identifed as 23-year-old Jacob William Parker. 

Suspect in attempted abduction remains at large

Police described the suspect as “an adult Hispanic male, 5’6 feet tall, stalky build and dressed in all black including black gloves,” according to a UCSB emergency alert.

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