Issue 88, Volume 86 2005-2006
Court Unanimously Backs Recruiters on University Campuses
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
The U.S. Supreme Court decided yesterday to uphold a law prohibiting federally funded universities and colleges from banning military recruiters on campus. The court unanimously voted to uphold the 1996 Solomon Amendment, which cuts funding from public universities and colleges that refuse military recruiters access to campus.
Doorman Helps Control Crowds at Busy 'Birds
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Late-night Mexican-food junkies may have noticed that Freebirds has been serving up more than just burritos Friday and Saturday nights, now that the restaurant has added a bouncer to its payroll.
Union Members Petition for UCSB Custodian Pay Increase
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Complementing a University of California systemwide petition, union members in two UCSB campus departments are collecting signatures in an effort to increase their wages.
UCSB Plans for Construction of New Residences
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Four UCSB construction projects are currently in the works in an attempt to give the campus a new look and provide more housing for its growing population. The projects include the Sierra Madre Apartments, North Campus Faculty Housing, the Ocean Road faculty and family housing projects and a remodeled campus entrance off State Route 217.
Class To Host Sustainable Living Fair
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
As an antithesis to Isla Vista's Halloween mayhem, a sociology class is planning Chilla Vista: An almost waste-free street fair slated for June 4. Throughout the quarter, students in Sociology 194 have been organizing the street fair - estimated to attract roughly 1,500 students - to promote sustainable purchasing and living practices, as well as local music, art and culture.
Oscar Egos Crash In Flames
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
If you even give a shit about this year's Academy Awards then the following should be worthwhile. Last Sunday night, I sat hooked to the TV like the other millions of people that watch the awards every year.
Thrift Goods Will Sustain Future
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
I can't help but get a sick stomach when I walk into a Wal-Mart or a Kmart since I realized that most of the things I see will end up in a dump within a few months, or a few years at most.
Bicycle Theft in Isla Vista Breaches Moral Boundaries
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Imagine that one Friday night you return to your humble abode after a pleasant night of meeting strangers - who are now your new friends of course - topped off by you and a pal drunkenly devouring an oh-so-delicious crispy chicken sandwich from Silvergreens.
The Readers' Voice
Hillel Delegation Visits DC, Stresses Active Involvement
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
This past weekend I was afforded a wonderful opportunity. Through UCSB Hillel I traveled to our nation's capital along with 15 other UCSB and SBCC students to attend the Charlotte B. and Jack J. Spitzer B'nai B'rith Forum on Public Policy.
Men's Tennis: SB Stumbles in Home Opener
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
The #75 UCSB men's tennis team came out flat Sunday, losing their first home match of the season 5-2 to Georgia State. After two weeks off, the Gauchos (5-6 overall) lost the doubles point and four out of six singles matches en route to the loss.
Women's Tennis: UCSB Snags Two Wins
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
The UCSB women's tennis team hosted three teams this weekend, pulling out wins in two of the matches. To kick off the weekend, #60 Furman University defeated the Gauchos, 4-2 in a game shortened by rain and darkness Friday.
Women's Water Polo: Cal Squeezes Out Victory
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Saturday was both a disappointment and a redemption of sorts for the #10 UCSB women's water polo team as it dropped a 6-5 decision to #6 Cal at home.
Track and Field: Gauchos Dominate All-Cal Cup
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
The UCSB men's and women's track teams blew past the competition at Saturday's All-Cal Challenge Cup, racing to both team victories and 12 individual titles at the Irvine classic.
Hollywood Madness Baby!
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
So there has been a lot of talk in the media dubbing the Academy Award given to "Crash," an "upset." How the hell can a movie upset another movie?