Students react: Proposition 50
With the Nov. 4 special election ballot, voters will decide on Proposition 50, which will change California’s congressional districts if passed.
IVTU offers resources for student tenants in I.V.
The Isla Vista Tenants Union provides housing-related services, such as educating tenants on their rights, to students who are Isla Vista residents.
Library expands hours, introduces alternative 24/7 spaces
Library Late Night Study will be extended to operate from 1-3 a.m. on Sunday through Thursday, and will now open at 7 a.m. every day of the week.
Second ‘No Kings’ protest draws thousands in opposition to Trump administration
Around 13,000 locals gathered downtown on Oct. 18 for the second “No Kings” protest, organized by local activist organization Indivisible Santa Barbara.
IVFP to propose weekend-long noise ordinance on Deltopia
Isla Vista Foot Patrol plans to propose a 72-hour festival ordinance on Deltopia weekend, effectively canceling Isla Vista’s annual unsanctioned street festival
John Martinis and Michel Devoret win 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics
UCSB physics professor emeritus John Martinis and UCSB physics professor Michel Devoret were awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize.
Campus HSI initiatives persist despite loss in federal funding
Despite the loss of several federal funds, initiatives under UC Santa Barbara’s Hispanic-Serving Institution remain steadfast in their commitment to students.
Investigation continues into stabbing on Del Playa
A fight took place on Del Playa Drive on Oct. 4, leading to two men being stabbed. According to a SBCSO press release, both men are expected to recover.
UCPD begins bike enforcement program, students to receive $40 fines
UC Santa Barbara and UC Police Department have began enforcing bike restrictions for students biking outside of designated bike paths by issuing citations.
Meal swipe rollovers, donations now available for all meal plan holders
After a decade of student advocacy, UC Santa Barbara’s meal swipe program will now allow students to rollover up to three unused meals per week.