Issue 43, Volume 85 2004-2005
A.S. Fee Initiative Falls Short of Two-Thirds Vote
Friday, November 19, 2004
The Associated Students Initiative, which would have increased student fees to the A.S. unallocated fund by $10.40 per quarter per student, failed by a margin of 148 votes Thursday afternoon.
UC Regents Raise Tuition, Lower Aid
Friday, November 19, 2004
At their two-day meeting at UCLA on Wednesday and Thursday, UC Regents voted to approve a fee increase for all UC students, to enter a bid on managing federal labs and to reduce financial aid.
New Guide Helps the Blind Play It by Ear
Friday, November 19, 2004
Global positioning systems have been available in hand-held units for over 15 years, but as a result of current research at UCSB, a navigation system that includes a specialized audio interface may soon help guide people who are blind.
SB Investigator Requests Aid in Witness Search
Friday, November 19, 2004
The Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s office is asking for students’ help in finding the possible victim and witness of a hit-and-run that occurred last March.
Trop Loses Its Shirt for I.V. Youth
Friday, November 19, 2004
Members of the Tropicana Student Organization recently chose charity over souvenir T-shirts, opting to donate the group’s $500 budget surplus to the children of Isla Vista Youth Projects.
Staff Editorial
Failed to Impress
Friday, November 19, 2004
In its campaign propaganda, Associated Students urged voters to "make an informed decision." However, bombarding students with "Vote Yes" fliers, signs and advertisements made obtaining actual information impossible for the electorate.
The Right Way to Do Mexico
Friday, November 19, 2004
The world is an incredibly diverse place. I encourage everyone to dive headfirst into the ocean of possibilities that exist all around you. In particular, for the locals of Southern California, I want to open up a door that's waiting for you less than five hours away.
Nothing Beats Bashing the Right Wing
Friday, November 19, 2004
Wow, I don't know about you guys, but every time I see Alec Mouhibian's name on the opinion page of the Nexus I get excited. There is nothing like some hothead who gets a natural high from making himself sound like a total jackass day in and day out.
Terrorist Hostage-Takers Neglect to Show Mercy
Friday, November 19, 2004
It was reported yesterday that a 59-year-old British woman was executed by Iraqi jihadists. Her name was Margaret Hassan.
Women's Volleyball
Gauchos Negate Cal Poly
Friday, November 19, 2004
The road that the #18 Gauchos traveled to their third straight conference championship has been downhill since the clincher last weekend, but their steady cruise slowed after they ran over some Mustangs on Thursday.
Women's Basketball
UCSB Takes Family Fan Base to Moraga
Friday, November 19, 2004
The UCSB women’s basketball team will open its season at Saint Mary’s to play in a 2 p.m. game against the Gaels on Sunday and will bring with it a substantial Gaucho contingency.
Men's Basketball
SB Hits Road to Start Season
Friday, November 19, 2004
Literally speaking, tonight’s game between UCSB and San Diego State will not be a battle of David versus Goliath. However, figuratively speaking, it will be.
Men's Water Polo: Santa Barbara To End Regular Season Play at Campus Pool
Friday, November 19, 2004
Last dance, last chance for the #7 UCSB men’s water polo team to end on a high note when it plays its last game of the regular season against #5 Irvine in a nonconference match at Campus Pool on Saturday at 2 p.m.
Hard Work Pays Off
Friday, November 19, 2004
Poor A.S. was once again unable to coax more money out of the student body. But don’t worry, I have a solution: another ballot initiative!