Issue 17, Volume 86 2005-2006
Board of Supervisors Vote Four to One in Favor of Pay Raise
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Christmas is coming early for the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors, who received a pay increase yesterday that will take effect just in time for the December holidays.
Assembly Celebrates Queers, Peers
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Nearly 100 queers and allies came out yesterday afternoon to the National Coming Out Day rally in Storke Plaza to support each other's identities. Speakers at the rally talked about such issues as queer identity, stereotyping and the recent debate over whether U.S. military recruiters should be allowed on campus.
Plovers Flock Together; Births Increase
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Coal Oil Point Reserve welcomed a record number of new snowy plover chicks this year, and the newborns are being heralded as a sign that the local population of the endangered birds is soaring.
Club Reaches New Peak With Familiar Company Sponsor
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Members of the UCSB Ski and Snowboard Club can now slide down the icy slopes with a Rockstar in hand, sporting a Dakine backpack and jacket, thanks to a host of new corporate sponsors.
Capps Addresses Props with Students
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
The Graduate Student Association lounge was packed beyond capacity last night as several students came to see congresswoman Lois Capps speak about the propositions in the upcoming statewide special election on Nov. 8.
New Commission Consolidates Approval Process for Park Use
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Representatives from local law enforcement agencies and the Isla Vista Recreation and Park District (IVRPD) are coming together to make it easier for local groups to get the thumbs up for events in I.V. parks.
Care Fair Makes Volunteers Aware
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Whether students are interested in helping to feed the poor or read to local children, the Care Fair will have plenty of options for potential volunteers with over 50 nonprofit organizations setting up in the Arbor today.
The Wednesday Hump
Dozing Off to Your Kinky Side
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Now is about the time during the school year that I begin to tune out of my classes. If I attend, I either spend my time sleeping or wondering what kind of kink the guy next to me digs. So if the rest of you sleepers and dreamers out there are looking for something more interesting to do than pay attention, allow me to introduce to you some of my favorite pastimes.
Columbus Day Celebrates Atrocities
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Around the time of Columbus Day, we are constantly told by the media and our leaders that Christopher Columbus represents what is truly great about America: adventure, discovery and the courage to be different.
Proposition 77 Aims to Eliminate Newcomer Disadvantage
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
As the Nov. 8 special election draws near, many incumbent California politicians fear their re-elections may be at risk due to the impact of Proposition 77. Prop 77 aims to eliminate politicians' power of redistricting and transfer the authority to a bipartisan panel of judges, thus restoring a new sense of fairness to the California legislature.
The Readers' Voice
Anxiety Victim Finds Refuge in Disabled Students Program
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
This is in response to "Learning Disabled Find Clarity Through Project Eye-to-Eye" (Daily Nexus, Oct. 10) by Jeff Slovak. I applaud him for opening up about his learning disability, LD/ADHD and for sharing information about Project Eye-to-Eye. It seems too rare to read a column in the Daily Nexus about disabilities.
The Readers' Voice
Columbus Day Protestors Ignored the Broader Picture
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
To all of you who went out and protested Columbus Day on Monday: Good job, buddy! Your little protest rally managed to disrupt a whole bunch of classes, including one of my sections. Now, let me ask you something - what exactly were you trying to accomplish again?
Women's Club Rugby: Gauchos Kick Off Preseason With Big Win Over Claremont
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
It's been a long break but the UCSB women's rugby team is back and in great form after a decisive 36-0 win over Claremont McKenna last Sunday.
Women's Club Soccer: SB Hosts Weekend Tourney to Test Undefeated Record
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Although it is still early in the UCSB women's club soccer season, one statistic stands out in addition to its impressive undefeated record. In just four games, the Gauchos have outscored opponents 26-0.
Men's Club Soccer: UCSB Moves Up Five Spots After San Diego Road Trip
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
Anyone who thinks that the only good players in Santa Barbara can be found on the Division I UCSB men's soccer team should think again. The UCSB men's club soccer team is tearing up the turf again this season, currently ranked #7 in the region.
On the Naughty List
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
It's days like yesterday that make the 'human feel guilty for not telling you to prepare for depressing gray skies. Then again, you should have seen it coming yourself, so I don't feel too bad.