Issue 119, Volume 83 2002-2003
'Sex Affair' Shows UCSB How to Do It
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
The UCSB Sex and Relationship Interns will host the "Sex Affair," a sexual health and diversity fair, Wednesday on the Women's Center lawn from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Weekend Accidents Keep Fire Dept. Busy
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
Four people were injured Friday afternoon when their car flipped over and rolled off Highway 1 just south of Highway 246. The Santa Barbara County Fire Dept. and engines from the Lompoc Fire Dept. responded at 4:03 p.m. to a report of a single vehicle off the roadway.
City Council Focuses on Goleta Beach, Money
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
Held at the Goleta Union School District Office, Monday night's Goleta City Council meeting included presentations on the rehabilitation of Goleta Beach, as well as the future agenda of the city's financial responsibilities.
A.S. Finance Board Funds BSU, 'Safe Grad'
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
A.S. Finance Board allotted nearly $2,000 to two student groups and reclaimed funding from another. Students Teaching Alcohol and other drug Responsibility (S.T.A.R.) received $704 to help pay for the cost of hosting "Safe Grad," an event to promote responsible drinking during graduation celebrations.
UC Briefs: May 6, 2003
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
UCSB professor and winner of the 2000 Nobel Prize in physics Herbert Kroemer was elected to the National Academy of Sciences, the nation's most prestigious scientific organization, on April 29.
Puff the Magic Hookah
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
UCSB students Amy Sanchez, Ashley Ebert, Colin Coggins and Matt Lehrmam celebrate the opening of their "Blaze Hookah" club. Meetings will be held Sunday through Thursday from 7:30 to midnight at Sam's To Go in Isla Vista. Hookahs originated in Turkey and can be seen in the movie "Alice In Wonderland."
The Road Map to Peace
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
This is an important time for those who wish for peace between Israelis and Palestinians, and perhaps a time for optimism, too. As the current conflict reaches its 31st month, a number of portentous forces have converged that could rouse the peace process from its long slumber.
In Wake of Elections, the S.U.N. Party Also Rises
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
Okay, so S.A.C. and Gauchoholics claim they have overcome their long history of partisan bickering and worked together to get out the vote, however they neglected to stop directing their attacks on the S.U.N. party.
Columnist Is Incorrect in Criticisms of A.S.
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
After reading Cory Anthony's column (Daily Nexus, "No Change Comes Easily," May 1, 2003), I was struck by a number of falsehoods that I feel should be addressed. Being the only elected officer of Associated Students mentioned by name, and misquoted to boot, I feel as if I have a responsibility to answer.
The United States Has a Friend in the Middle East
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
Terror is terror regardless of its target, and terrorist cells existing throughout the world stand for one universal purpose: the murder and destruction of Christians, Jews, Hindus and those who espouse freedom and democratic values in the United States.
Baseball: Gauchos Make Trip for Westwood One
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
The Gaucho baseball team might not be heading for the playoffs, but plenty of guys have still been getting the job done on the field this season. UCSB's mediocre year has seemingly overshadowed some very impressive individual performances that have been on display since February.
Men's Soccer
Santa Barbara Provides International Flavor
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
The New Zealand under-23 national team called senior midfielder Neil Jones and junior defender Tony Lochhead for an upcoming match against Japan on March 21. Jones and Lochhead are both veterans of international competition with the national team.
Up All Night
Tuesday, May 6, 2003
I pulled my first all-nighter of the quarter last night. When I tried to take notes in class today, I would look down at the page occasionally and find that I had scribbled down only the first and last letters of each word.