Issue 71, Volume 85 2004-2005
Students Use Drugs for Attention
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Christine, a second year communication major, said she tried Adderall for the first time last year because she was behind in her reading. A friend in her dorm told her about the drug and Christine - not her real name - said she was open to try it.
University-Owned Housing Signups Commence Today
Thursday, February 3, 2005
After a computer glitch caused two days of delay, university technicians said the website that allows continuing students to sign up for the university-owned housing lottery will be ready for use today at noon.
Puerto Vallarta, SB Participate in Police Trade
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Three police officers from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico are getting a look at law enforcement north of the border thanks to an exchange program between their station and the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Dept.
Fee Hopes To Relieve Medical Bills
Thursday, February 3, 2005
A lock-in fee proposed by the UCSB Recreation Dept. could help students finance their non-emergency medical bills. The department is asking an $0.89 per quarter per student fee initiative to raise money for the Student Medical Emergency Relief Fund (SMERF).
Judicial Council Draws A.S. Members From Leg Meeting
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Associated Students Legislative Council almost failed to meet quorum Wednesday night after one council member left to protest the absence of several other Leg Council members.
Writing Scholars To Gather at UCSB
Thursday, February 3, 2005
More than 250 educators are convening on the UCSB campus this weekend to talk about writing - from the effect of blogs on language to the difficulty of teaching writing in rural schools.
All Work and No Play Makes Jack a Dull Boy
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Staff Editorial
A Decision Without Discourse
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Some local residents are feeling slapped in the face by the county's decision to drop plans for the purchase of undeveloped land on the 6700 block of Del Playa Drive - as well they should.
40 oz. to Freedom
40oz. To Freedom: The Myth, The Mystery, The Pabst?!
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Just call it Mister Versatility. Or perhaps it should be called Miss Mysterious. Sitting in my office, staring at my computer screen with a mundane, expressionless gaze rocking some 311 and trying to figure out how the hell I was going to fill a large, unallocated space on the ol' opinion page, I was confronted with a question.
The Liberals Strike Back
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Terrorists have succeeded when Americans are so afraid that they are willing to sacrifice their principles. It's fine to be proud of these principles -- freedom of speech, protection of civil liberties -- but let's not twist this pride into a motto that touts unilateral military might.
The Readers' Voice
Why Should Freshmen Get Punked for Senior Laziness
Thursday, February 3, 2005
One thing that I have come to realize, along with my fellow freshmen, is that we get screwed every quarter when we register for classes. TakeWinter Quarter, for example. When I attempted to crash Political Science 1. being a political science major, I figured that getting into the introductory class for my college career would be easy.
Men's Basketball
SB Set for Crucial Homestand
Thursday, February 3, 2005
With some much-needed reinforcement, the UCSB men's basketball team will try its luck tonight when the University of Idaho pays its last visit to the Thunderdome as a member of the Big West.
Men's Volleyball
Irvine Continues to Upset UCSB
Thursday, February 3, 2005
The #7 UCSB men's volleyball team was all question marks Wednesday night in Irvine; the Gauchos couldn't find an answer for sophomore outside hitter Jayson Jablonsky in their second straight loss to #11 Irvine.
Women's Basketball
Gauchos, Vandals To Tango for First
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Idaho has been bad this season, very bad. Tonight the Gaucho women's basketball team will attempt to punish the Vandals for their offenses tonight at 7 in Moscow, Idaho.
O'Brien Steps Down as Polo Coach
Thursday, February 3, 2005
UCSB men's water polo Head Coach Joe O'Brien is moving from the pool deck to the cubicle, as he steps down as head coach and accepts a counseling position in the College of Letters & Science. O'Brien leaves the Gauchos after coaching for 11 seasons and posting a 103-178 record.
SBIFF Hits Santa Barbara ... Hard
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Santa Barbara is a town filled with celebrities, but they're the classier, older, less Paparazzi-stalked kind. Our celebrities go to the movies, eat at our restaurants and go to the farmer's market on Saturday mornings.
SBIFF Calendar
Thursday, February 3, 2005
So the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) is off and running - and better than ever. If you missed the world premiere of the new Woody Allen film "Melinda and Melinda," the screenwriters panel featuring Zach Braff and Charlie Kaufman, the in-depth discussion between journalist Elvis Mitchell and "Sideways" star Paul Giamatti or the Platinum Award ceremony applauding Leonardo DiCaprio for his contribution to film - have no fear - there is still more fun to be had at this year's festival.
SBIFF Honors Kate Winslet
Thursday, February 3, 2005
The eternal sunshine of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival shined brightly on Tuesday evening. Four-time Oscar nominated actress Kate Winslet received the Outstanding Performance of the Year Award during a tribute held at the Lobero Theatre.
Movie Review
"Wild Style" | Looking Back to the Roots of Hip Hop
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Long ago, before P. Diddy was remixing song by the Police and Universal was pouring millions into "8 Mile," Charlie Ahearn was canvassing the streets of New York's South Bronx for inspiration.
MCC to Screen "Afroargentinos"
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Think there are no black people in Argentina? "Afroargentinos," a 2002 documentary from Jorge Fortes and Diego Ceballos, says strongly otherwise.
Tsunami Bomb Packs a Punch
Thursday, February 3, 2005
We at UCSB are a fighting breed. We need good fight songs: Who better to provide than Tsunami Bomb? The Petaluma, Calif., superpunks recently talked with Artsweek writer Matt Cappiello before their Jan. 27 performance at the Hub.
CD Review
...And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead| Worlds Apart | Interscope
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Of all the bands to produce a sub par, hesitant and muddled album ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead is the last one most would have expected.
Artsweek Calendar
February 3 - February 10, 2005
Thursday, February 3, 2005
Arts & Lectures presents a screening of Ousmane Sembene's latest film "MoolaadŽ." Sembene presents a rousing and daring tale about a strong-willed woman in a small African village fighting to end the tradition of female circumcision. The screening will be held at Campbell Hall at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5/students and $6/general.
The Rodent's Got Nothin' on Me
Thursday, February 3, 2005
The groundhog saw his shadow, meaning there's another six weeks of winter ahead. Alas.