Issue 51, Volume 83 2002-2003
Assistant Librarian Dies at 57
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
avidson Library is a little lonelier this quarter after the passing of one of its most outspoken and quirky assistant librarians. Peter Shapiro passed away Friday, Dec. 13, 2002 at the age of 57 after a long battle with heart disease.
Sheriff Arrests SB Judge for DUI
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
Superior Court Judge Diana Hall is facing charges for driving under the influence of alcohol after being arrested on Dec. 21 with a blood alcohol level of .18, more than twice the legal limit.
Police Seek Two Arrests in FT Hate Incident
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
During the week of fall finals, a four-day incident that began with multiple racial slurs ended with a scratched bumper and five criminal charges against two Los Angeles men.
Student, Staff Concerns Delay G.E. Changes
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
The Academic Senate decided Dec. 5 to cancel its planned vote on a controversial plan for UCSB's G.E.s and voted unanimously to rescind the proposal due to insufficient faculty and student input in the proposal.
Boxer, Capps Ask for State Control of Oil
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
Congresswoman Lois Capps and Senator Barbara Boxer recently authored a letter to President Bush asking him to stop the expansion of oil drilling off the coast of California.
Living Without Vowels: I Think I'm a Clone Now
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
The Internet is a fun place to play. You can find pretty much whatever your heart desires there. How about a little peace of mind that your genetic material will continue forever and ever once you kick the bucket? Oh, you betcha.
The Wednesday Hump
For Some, There Is Beauty in the Beast
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
"Man, I need to get laid." Walking down DP on a Saturday night, this might be a typical comment for a frat boy. However, when driving your somewhat neurotic frat brother back to Berkeley in the middle of the night with only farm animals in sight, you might get a little uneasy.
Women's Basketball
Sweep Out the Mata-doors
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
In an inconsistent showing, Santa Barbara (8-2 overall; 2-0 in the Big West) handed the Matadors (0-13; 0-2) a 73-41 pounding in its conference home opener and ran its streak at home to 15 consecutive games.
Men's Volleyball
Gauchos Need to Dig Deep, Take Bite at E-Bar
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
The Gauchos begin their 2003 campaign this weekend, hosting the 39th Annual UCSB/Elephant Bar Collegiate Invitational on Jan. 10-11. The invite provides the Gauchos with an opportunity to showcase their new talent after coming off of an 18-win 2002 season.
Santa Barbara To Honor Two on WNBA Night
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
Former UCSB women's basketball stars Kayte Christensen and Stacy Clinesmith, both current players in the Women's National Basketball Association, will be honored on "WNBA Night" before Saturday's home game against Idaho.
Ethics for Sale
Wednesday, January 8, 2003
I bought the reader for my ethics course today for $90. It's nonrefundable. I can't sell it back. And when I balance my checkbook, I'll probably find I can't eat either.