Issue 100, Volume 86 2005-2006
A.S. Hopefuls Agree on Main Concerns in First '06 Debate
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Three Associated Students presidential candidates faced off in the first of two debates held in the Hub yesterday, agreeing with each other more often than not on central campaign issues.
Alumni Mix Alcohol, Energy Drink, I.V. to Create 'Catalyst'
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Two grads have put their UCSB education to use by mixing and marketing a new alcohol energy drink dubbed Catalyst.
Former Porn Addict To Discuss Sex in Society
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Mere days after Playboy Magazine exposed UCSB's student body, a self-proclaimed former sex-addict will speak in Corwin Pavilion about the negative effects of pornography. In tonight's multimedia presentation, "Porn Nation - The Naked Truth," speaker Matt Leahy will share his life story and words of warning concerning how pornography affects relationships and families.
Program Board Seeks Fee Increase
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Amongst the five proposed lock-in fee initiatives included on the upcoming spring election ballot, the Associated Students Program Board is asking for a $4.50 increase, amounting to a total of $10 per undergraduate per quarter.
SB City Council Votes in Favor of Westward Expansion Planning
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Members of the Santa Barbara City Council unanimously voted yesterday for a proposal that could extend the city's boundaries to include unincorporated areas of east Goleta.
Spreading the Word
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
MCAT Switches to Computers
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Students vying for enrollment in medical school can say goodbye to Scantrons and No. 2 pencils thanks to a new, electronic version of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT).
NORML Backs DA Candidate's Visit
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
A UCSB alumnus and candidate in the upcoming race for Santa Barbara County District Attorney will visit UCSB this evening to talk to students and local residents about his campaign.
Open Opportunity's Door
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
After years of reckless tax cutting, chronic under funding of critical programs and record annual deficits, it would seem to be time for a new direction for our country's spending priorities.
The Wednesday Hump
Nipples Crave Delicate Attention
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Everyone loves breasts. Male or female, whenever a chick with a great rack walks by, our eyes are immediately drawn to them. Women love their breasts, and I can bet that every man feels jealous that we get to hold them and touch them whenever we want. You boys can only imagine how great that privilege is.
A.S. Campaign Litters Campus With Signs of Superficiality
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Our campus looks like it's the victim of a goddamn Apple store explosion. And for once, it's not the armies of iPod-listening, head-bobbing, not-paying-attention-on-the-bike-path drones that have me annoyed.
The Readers' Voice
Dark Side's Baron Wastes Time Attacking University
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
In response to James Baron's article ("Take a Step in the Dark," Daily Nexus, April 10, 2006), I couldn't help but write in to say that his attempts to vilify the UCSB administration and I.V. community are both desolately pathetic and blatantly dishonest.
The Readers' Voice
Animal Rights Group Goes too Far With Racist Analogy
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
If you've walked through the Arbor lately, you've notice People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals' commanding display juxtaposing photographs of animal and human suffering. I love animals as much as the next guy and agree that our society is in need of reform when it comes to how we treat animals.
Men's Lacrosse: Santa Barbara Splits Road Pair
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
The #4 UCSB men's lacrosse team finished its weekend road trip to Arizona with a win and a loss. The Gauchos (7-5 overall, 5-3 Western Collegiate Lacrosse League) lost a tough match to #11 Arizona 9-6 on Saturday, then rebounded with a 10-7 win over #18 Arizona State Sunday.
Swimming: UCSB Continues Success at Trio of Championships
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
After capturing the Big West men's and women's championships in February, the UCSB swim team has continued its winning ways into the postseason. With trips to the American Short Course Championships, the NCAA Championships, and the USA Spring Championships the Gauchos have kept themselves busy since the end of regular season.
Men's Volleyball
Gauchos Host UCLA in Possible MPSF Postseason Preview
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Despite last weekend's loss to Pepperdine, the #8 UCSB men's volleyball team managed to secure a playoff spot for next week, most likely against long-time rival #6 UCLA, who it will face tonight during the last season home match.
PBR and Peanuts
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
The 'human has been a bit depressed to see that the spot once occupied by cult-favorite, Menehunes, now held by Saigon Express, isn't getting much more business than the 'hunes did.