College of Creative Studies M. Garren Tinney writing fellows discuss their book-length projects
UC Santa Barbara Writing Program awarded three undergraduate students the M. Garren Tinney Fellowship to allow them to pursue their writing projects. Now, in their final year, the three have either published or are in progress with their works. The fellowship — established in June 2023 — supports the completion of projects after one school […]
A.S. denies winter quarter funding for campus a cappella groups
The Associated Students Finance and Business Committee denied funding requests from several UC Santa Barbara a cappella groups for Winter Quarter 2024. The chair cited having insufficient funds. The Associated Students Finance & Business Committee (A.S. F&B) distributes funds to Registered Campus Organizations (RCOs) each quarter from a fixed budget paid for by student fees. […]
A.S. Senate passes Candidate Endorsement Act, indefinitely tables bill to fund I.V. bands
The UC Santa Barbara Associated Students Senate unanimously passed the Candidate Endorsement Act, amending legal code to allow candidates in Associated Students elections to endorse one another, at its Feb. 14 meeting. The Associated Students (A.S.) Senate also indefinitely tabled a bill that aimed to provide funding to local Isla Vista-based bands. The A.S. Senate […]
UC proposes significant pay increases for AFSCME workers in five-year contract
The University of California proposed a 26% pay increase for union workers on Feb. 22, increasing the lowest-paid union members’ wages by 47% over five years. The UC’s proposed contract follows contract negotiations with the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal (AFSCME) 3299, a UC-wide union with more than 32,000 workers. The proposal would […]
Two UCSB Students, one I.V. resident charged with battery, assault and conspiracy felonies
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UC-wide union rallies for the UC to “break up” with Blackstone on Valentine’s Day, invest in affordable housing
Union workers and students at seven UC campuses called for the UC to “break up” with Blackstone — the largest commercial landlord in the U.S. — and promote more affordable housing options in tandem with Valentine’s Day at a Feb. 14 rally. The joint action was organized by the Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment […]
LA Times Columnist Gustavo Arellano receives Luis Leal Award for his journalistic work
In his work, Arellano explores themes on racial marginalization, political activism and connection to one’s cultural identity.
Financial Crisis Response Team announces new housing resource
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