UC Regents 9/21 Highlights
The Regents discussed topics such as federal loan forgiveness, a new dual admissions program, military weapons on campus and transfer student reports.
C.O.D.E. and students express discontent with changes to DSP notetaker program
UC Santa Barbara’s disabled students program peer notetaking services program will still be available for students who cannot utilize the university’s adaptive technology options.
University of California program works with California’s Secretary of State to increase voting
The resolution is a part of a historical partnership with the office of the Secretary of State to expand voting access and bolster voter participation among UC staff and students.
California allocates $45 billion in funding to the UC; UCSB to receive no individual funding
The total sum of UC allocations in the state budget is $602.3 million
Interactive Learning Pavilion nears completion
The Learning Pavilion is still on track for occupancy in Spring Quarter 2023.
IVFP’s “No Open Container” campaign returns to Isla Vista
Santa Barbara County 36-3 deems consuming “intoxicating liquor” in the “unincorporated areas of the county” on any public street, sidewalk, highway, parking lot or alley unlawful.
UCSB hosts free children’s COVID-19 vaccination clinic; Set to give second doses this week
The center gave its first doses on July 27 and will administer second doses of the vaccine on Aug. 24 between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Timeline: Historic housing shortage leaves students waiting for additional campus housing to be built
During Fall Quarter 2021, UCSB grappled with an unprecedented housing crisis that shocked the community as students returned for in-person instruction.
I.V. attempted kidnapper sentenced to seven years in state prison
The Port Hueneme resident pleaded guilty in April to attempted kidnapping and multiple counts of indecent exposure.
Resources for Marginalized Students
Each community’s resource list is separated into services and centers from UC Santa Barbara, campus student organizations, housing options and academic options and resources.