Issue 3, Volume 85 2004-2005
Police Target I.V. Alcohol Providers
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Aided by $150,000 in state grants, the Isla Vista Foot Patrol is stepping up its enforcement of alcohol laws and going after I.V. residents who hold keg parties where minors are drinking beer.
Win Propels Men's Soccer to #1
Thursday, September 23, 2004
In a game of unprecedented proportions for UCSB soccer, and perhaps UCSB athletics as a whole, the Gauchos survived a double-overtime heavyweight slugfest with perennial national powerhouse Indiana University 1-0 last Saturday in New Mexico.
Fall From DP Cliff Leaves Woman Severely Injured
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Police responding to an emergency call Sunday morning found an unidentified woman lying on the beach with major injuries, apparently the result of a fall from the cliffs along Del Playa Drive.
Retrofitted, Beautified FT Reopens to UCSB Only
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Workers wrapped up their $25 million makeover of the Francisco Torres Residence Hall towers just in time for this year's freshman inhabitants to test out the building's new seismic upgrades and dual flush toilets.
Accident Kills Student Overseas
Thursday, September 23, 2004
One week before his scheduled return to UCSB, senior religious studies and Spanish major and former Daily Nexus staff member Michael Porzucki died from injuries he sustained in a hiking accident while studying abroad in Spain.
FedEx Kinko's Replaces The Pulse
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Students accustomed to making copies at the Pulse will find a new copy shop has taken its place in the UCen.
Feature at the Black Lagoon
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Herds of students migrated to the lagoon lawn Wednesday evening to enjoy a free showing of "Napoleon Dynamite" sponsored by A.S. Program Board, which also hosts movies in I.V. Theater on Tuesday nights throughout the year, typically for $3.
UC Briefs: September 24, 2004
Thursday, September 23, 2004
UCSB received a total of $80 million from private donations during the 2003-04 school year. The money, donated by alumni and friends of the university, will be used for teaching, research and support for programs.
Timing Means Everything
Thursday, September 23, 2004
So apparently, my house is falling into the ocean. Yes, I am one of "them," one of the poor fools who was left out to dry by the good folks of Santa Barbara County. One of those people who was given a slap in the face and a piece of paper taped to their wall that says, "Thanks for electing me, fuck you, find a new house."
Knock: Vacation's Back in Session, Folks
Thursday, September 23, 2004
I was sunning myself off the coast of Malta, loafing on a 50-foot yacht with my ridiculously wealthy friends, when I was struck with a revelation. Summer sucks. I then blurted out the notion to my shipmates.
Men's Soccer
SB Hosts Highlanders
Thursday, September 23, 2004
#1 UCSB will get its first audition as the #1 team in the country tonight at Harder Stadium at 7 against Big West opponent Riverside. The match marks the beginning of conference play for Santa Barbara while the Highlanders are 1-0 in the Big West, and both teams seem to be playing their best soccer in their respective program histories.
Men's Soccer
National Championship or Bust for #1 Santa Barbara
Thursday, September 23, 2004
With the afternoon sun parching UCSB's new artificial turf in front of the RecCen, Head Coach Tim Vom Steeg addressed his team as only a true teacher would.
Sports Column: Soccer America
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Ultimate success is always measured in championships, but for now, the Gauchos can boast the most fulfilling phrase in sports: "We're # 1!"
Adult Education
Thursday, September 23, 2004
When you step into a strip facility, it's going to be dark and loud. When your eyes adjust to the dimness, read the sign posted with all of the rules on it and pay the doorman your entry fee, which ranges from free to $20 or so depending on time of day, day of the week, etc.
Tips for Big Tippers
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Artsweek advises that the best way to approach a strip club is out of curiosity and sheer amusement, despite how desperate for poonani you might be.
Behind the Velvet Curtain
Thursday, September 23, 2004
As Patrick Henry once famously declared, "Give me a lap dance, or give me death!" Actually, that was Charlie Sheen a few nights ago in the Champagne Room. But regardless of who said it, the sentiment remains the same.
Movie Review
Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow | Aye, Aye, 'Captain'
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Almost nothing you see is real. The buildings are fake, the trees are fake and some of the people might not even be people. They might be robots. Such is the situation you find yourself in while watching "Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow."
Movie Review
Garden State | Everything's Coming Up Jersey
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Mark Twain once said, "You can never go home." His indelible words were surely the inspiration for the summer's indie sleeper hit "Garden State." Who knew that first-time writer/director Zach Braff, of television's "Scrubs" could concoct something so full of charm and cynicism?
CD Review
Bjork | Medulla | Elektra/Atlantic
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Bjork has never shied from eccentricism or extremism in her music, and Medulla, her seventh studio album, turning on the axis of vocalization, is no exception.
KCSB Top Ten ¥ Week ending 9/19/04 ¥ Courtesy of KCSB-FM 91.9
Thursday, September 23, 2004
1) BJORK | Medulla | Elektra/Atlantic 2) THE ORB | Bicycles and Tricycles | Sanctuary 3) MING AND FS | Back to One | Spun
Take a Load Off
Thursday, September 23, 2004
Recently I heard a freshman ask her companion, "Do you think we should bring our textbooks to class?" Unfortunately, many students fail to bring their textbooks on the first day.