UCSB MultiCultural Center remains closed

Though the university has not confirmed a date of reopening, university spokesperson Kiki Reyes said “there’s a great sense of urgency” to do so.

Vista point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

Weekly goings-on in and around Isla Vista.

SB Sheriff’s Office to suspend restorative justice program April 6-7, Deltopia weekend

The Associated Students Office of the External Vice President for Local Affairs announced the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office will suspend the restorative justice program in Isla Vista from 6 a.m. Saturday, April 6, to 6 a.m. Sunday, April 7, over Deltopia weekend. The announcement was made in a March 1 Instagram post on Associated […]

Students for Justice in Palestine hold die-in for Rafah

Over 50 SJP members and allies rallied before the UCSB library on Feb. 21 at noon.

24th district representative candidates speak on their campaign platforms

Candidates Salud Carbajal and Helena Pasquarella spoke with the Nexus ahead of the March 5 election primaries.

Jewish students, A.S. President express grievances about MCC signage, campus antisemitism at A.S. Senate public forum

The Nexus will continue to report on this topic as more information becomes available.

UCSB Black Studies calls for ‘day of interruption’ in statement over MCC suspension

The faculty called for an entire day of voluntary interruption of activities on March 7.

MSA hosts town hall on Palestine, students speak in solidarity with Palestine

Students advocated for Palestinian liberation and efforts to express solidarity with Palestine.

IVRPD celebrates Black History Month with third annual “Forward Ever, Backward Never” event

The Isla Vista Recreation & Park District held its third annual “Forward Ever, Backward Never” event to commemorate Black History Month on Feb. 27. The event featured art, music, food and poetry, as well as a tribute to poet Sojourner Kincaid Rolle in collaboration with music group the Rahkas. Joined by UC Santa Barbara Black […]

MCC community members release anonymous statement on Feb. 26 gathering, address harm caused

The @our.mcc account did not immediately respond for comment. The statement was not signed. The Nexus is working to confirm who the account represents.