Issue 70, Volume 86 2005-2006
Senior Awaits March Hearing for January I.V. Felony Charges
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
Sean Michael Cottrell, who drove his roommate's BMW into a crowd of pedestrians on Sabado Tarde Road in late January, pleaded guilty to felony DUI charges and a felony hit-and-run charge last Friday.
National Group Aims to Reduce Student Piracy
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
In an effort to pull the plug on illegal music and movie downloading on college campuses, members of a new nationwide student-led group are trying to convince many of their peers to stop their dishonest digital deeds.
Drive To Replenish Low Blood Levels, Sugar
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
The Tri-Counties Blood Bank is teaming up with See's Candies, Inc. to reward local residents who donate blood with a sweet treat in honor of Valentine's Day. Anyone who gives blood to the blood bank before Feb. 14 will receive a four-ounce box of assorted chocolates from See's Candies, said Tri-Counties Blood Bank Community Relations Director Scott Edward. Representatives from the blood bank will be collecting blood donations between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Friday in the Graduate Student Lounge in the UCen.
'06-'07 Applicants Break Records in Numbers, Smarts
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
The UCSB Admissions Office received applications from a record number of would-be Gauchos yet again this year, fielding nearly 50,000 submissions for the 2006 Fall Quarter.
Meeting To Educate Seniors About Teaching
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
Students looking for a chance to make the world a better place straight out of college can learn more about Teach for America (TFA) at an orientation session tomorrow, before the final application deadline on Feb. 17.
UCSB To Host Leadership Workshop
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
Students interested in mastering the art of persuasion have the opportunity to hone their skills tomorrow at UCSB's 10th Annual Student Leadership Expo. The event, which will run from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. in Corwin Pavilion, will feature guest speakers and skill-building workshops focusing on leadership necessities like networking skills.
The Wednesday Hump
Following Sex-tiquette
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
Sex etiquette is a tricky thing. What one person allows to slide, another will chastise ruthlessly. But because it is my job to write about sex every week and my word is law, I have compiled a general list of sexual no-nos that every person should cease practicing this moment - partly because they are representative of bad sexual habits, and partly because they really piss me off.
Author Misrepresents Women in Graphic Fantasy Writing
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
After a few minutes of casual chatting with my roommate once I had come home from work, she dropped into the conversation that the Opinion article of the Daily Nexus was particularly racy that day. My curiosity running wild and being a sucker for good journalism, I ventured to go procure a copy of this editorial masterpiece and read for myself.
I.V. Foot Patrol Should Follow the Golden Rule
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
It seems like almost everyone in Isla Vista has a story of how and why their citation or arrest was unjust. I've heard talk of the various "bad" cops, and have received two traffic violations myself; however, prior to last Sunday night I always put my faith in the officers.
Women's Softball: Juniors Look to Lead in 2006
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
After coming up short last season, the UCSB softball team has changed gears - added players and stacked their schedule - and is ready to ring in the 2006 campaign. With a 26-22 record overall and a 9-12 record in conference, good for fifth in the Big West last year, the Gauchos failed to reach the postseason.
Men's Baseball: Santa Barbara Snags Crosstown Matchup
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
For the UCSB baseball team, almost nothing could kick off the season better than a good thrashing of cross-town rival Westmont. The Gauchos (1-0 overall) got just that Tuesday, scoring eight runs in the first two innings en route to a 16-1 win over the Warriors.
Men's Volleyball
UCSB Hits the Road to Face Fifth-ranked Bruins
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
On a two game winning streak, the #10 UCSB men's volleyball team looks to seek vengeance tonight as it heads down south to face #7 UCLA. Last month, the Bruins (6-5 overall, 1-3 in the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation [MPSF]) swept the Gauchos at home and now Santa Barbara (6-6 overall, 4-4 MPSF) will try to return the favor.
Get the door, it's free
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
Stop the presses! Free pizza's are being given out at Dominos!