UCSB student’s family to continue investigating death
The family of UC Santa Barbara student Elizabeth “Liz” Hamel will continue to investigate the incident that resulted in her death.
Robbery, attempted sexual assault reported in West Campus
A suspect robbed and attempted to sexually assault an individual during the evening of Dec. 6.The suspect is still at large at the time of publishing.
UCSB freshman death confirmed as accidental fall
UC Police Department concluded that UC Santa Barbara student Elizabeth “Liz” Hamel died from an accidental fall from a San Rafael Residence Hall balcony.
AFSCME goes on strike
AFSCME went on strike on Nov. 17 and 18, picketing at various locations across the UC Santa Barbara campus
UC Regents approve purchase of $7.8 million UCSB chancellor residence
The UC Regents approved the purchase of a $7.8 million residence for UC Santa Barbara chancellors during a closed session on Oct. 23.
Students take action against history of sexual violence near lagoon
Several university entities have weighed in on safety concerns near the Campus Lagoon in response to a recent sexual assault in that area on Oct. 19.
Community weighs in on proposed Deltopia ordinance
The Associated Students External Vice President for Local Affairs, held the “Save Deltopia Town Hall” to a crowd of roughly 400 people in the Isla Vista Theater.
November CalFresh benefits to be available in full
The County Department of Social Services announced CalFresh benefits for November have been processed, and that beneficiaries will see full benefits on Nov. 7
Campus contends with budget reductions
Former Chancellor Henry T. Yang announced that departments would face permanent budget reductions, although the full effects of the reductions are unclear.
Campus supplements S.N.A.P. benefits
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits are delayed until further notice. There are several campus resources for students facing food insecurity.