Issue 84, Volume 83 2002-2003
Rigged ATMs Scam Clients
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
They're helpful. They're conveniently located. And they spit out your money in $20 bills. But the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Dept. is warning residents to be wary of a locally based scam that uses automatic teller machines (ATMs) to rob customers of their savings.
Local Blood Bank Asks for Donors
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
They want to suck your blood... but through a needle and for a good cause. The Tri-Counties Blood Bank is currently experiencing a shortage of blood resulting from high usage at local hospitals and the current cold and flu season.
Conservative Black Leader Talks Politics
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
The College Republicans hosted a speaker last night that they termed "Jesse Jackson's worst nightmare." Approximately 100 people heard prominent black conservative Shannon Reeves speak in Isla Vista's Embarcadero Hall.
UC-AFT, C.U.E. Want Their Due From the 'Devil'
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
On-campus workers will demand higher pay at a rally today - and they're bringing a 12-foot-tall devil to back them up. The rally, which coincides with demonstrations at all UC campuses, will feature a mock tug-of-war between labor and management, public speakers and a giant devil puppet symbolizing the evil of the UC.
UCSB Professor Joins Microsoft Security Advisory Board
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
Although complex computer software and Internet applications can be reduced to simple combinations of ones and zeros, human values of trust and security still apply to the digital world of information use and misuse.
UC Briefs: February 26, 2003
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
The university gave nearly $10,000 to the Associated Students of the University of California-sponsored UC Berkeley Reusable Mug Program, which was finalized last weekend at the third annual UC Berkeley Recycling Summit.
What Is It Good for?
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
A successful war against Saddam Hussein will lift the sanctions that many protest, U.S. aid will help curtail hunger and rising death tolls and Iraq will have a chance at a government that is democratic.
A.S. It Is: This Weekend, Join Us for the Student of Color Conference
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
The issue of war has been and should be on everyone's mind to some degree. The Santa Barbara community has been very responsive to this issue simply through the ongoing Saturday peace marches downtown.
The Wednesday Hump
Face It, Nice Guys: Every Girl's Crazy 'bout a Badass Man
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
Cornfed is beyond hope, forever past the point of naughty. When girls think of turning him on, they think of teddies - not the lingerie, the bear.
When It Comes to Eating Disorders, Handle With Care
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
Confronting a friend with an eating disorder is difficult but not impossible, and is always necessary. The challenging part is choosing the right words and the right time to approach your friend so he or she might hear and accept your care and concern.
Effective Student Activism Comes in All Shapes, Colors and Sizes
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
On Tuesday, Feb. 25, the Daily Nexus printed a general polemic against campus activism written by Cory Anthony and titled "Protesting Protesters." This column was particularly in point for those of us at CalPIRG, since this week is our pledge week
Men's Basketball
Gauchos Need the Hull Package
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
This is the final home stretch... it's crunch time... this game's going down to the wire. The final seconds of a season tick away and the moment is yours to mold. And we're still in February.
Softball: Santa Barbara Upset a Bruin?
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
A week after welcoming her new baby girl into the world, UCSB Head Coach Kristy Schroeder will welcome the #1 team in the land to a visit.
Men's Tennis: UCSB Soars Over Pilots, Finds Trouble Duck Hunting
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
Facing dual matches against the University of Portland and the University of Oregon, the UCSB men's tennis team saw its aspirations of national recognition put to a stiff test throughout its road trip to Eugene, Ore., last weekend.
The Overworked Weatherhuman
Wednesday, February 26, 2003
Wednesday's forecast: Today, expect partly cloudy skies with highs in the mid-60s and lows in the mid-40s. The week should be dry through Friday, but expect light showers Saturday afternoon.