Issue 10, Volume 87 2006-2007
Crowd Rallies Against Evictions
Monday, October 9, 2006
Racial tensions and loud cheers followed a growing crowd of advocates for the Cedarwood Apartments tenants, as they marched through the streets of Isla Vista on Saturday night.
CSB Researcher Aids in Genome Sequencing
Monday, October 9, 2006
Like many of UCSB's dedicated professors and researchers, Eduardo Orias does not have a lot of free time. Since 1994, Orias, a researcher professor of genomics, has worked with UCSB students and researchers to sequence a protozoan genome that may greatly aid scientific research concerning human genetics, and help detect stresses on the environment.
Walkers Mobilize for SB AIDS Services
Monday, October 9, 2006
Over 500 people took a stroll on the beach this Saturday morning for the 16th Annual Heart & Sole AIDS Walk, raising more than $100,000, and a few smiles.
TPS Alters Parking Permit System
Monday, October 9, 2006
Despite what it says on the parking permit dispensers around campus, no, visitors do not have to pay by space, no, students can't get their night and weekend passes from the dispensers, and yes, Transportation & Parking Services will be improving signage.
UC Negotiates New Agreement With Nurses
Monday, October 9, 2006
The University of California announced last Thursday that it has reached a temporary agreement with the California Nurses Association.
Students Stay Up for Clinton Tickets
Monday, October 9, 2006
While some students brought backpacks to school last Thursday evening, others brought sleeping bags, pillows and tents in order to ensure their spot in line at the ticket giveaway for the Bill Clinton and Paul Orfalea discussion.
Passing Gas: Introductory Classes Make Me Puke
Monday, October 9, 2006
This school incorporates thousands of California's top high school and transfer students every year, and then cripples the drive and motivation that made them top students by forcing them to traverse a long, deep mire of worthless introductory courses.
Beware of the Fluff: There Is No Quitting the Facebook Drug
Monday, October 9, 2006
I checked my Facebook 58 times today. No, not literally. I'm obviously being sarcastic and saying such a large number for effect, you moron, but you get it.
ÀQué Onda Guero?: Americans Are Losing Touch
Monday, October 9, 2006
In response to Courtney Stevens' editorial ("Liberty Belle: UCLA Concocts Unfair Process of Admissions," Daily Nexus, Oct. 3), I'd be remiss not to point out how her use of political rhetoric overshadows the more interesting issues regarding race-conscious admissions policies.
The Readers' Voice
Columnist Fails to See Benefit of UCLA Admissions
Monday, October 9, 2006
In response to Courtney Stevens' editorial ("Liberty Belle: UCLA Concocts Unfair Process of Admissions," Daily Nexus, Oct. 3), I'd be remiss not to point out how her use of political rhetoric overshadows the more interesting issues regarding race-conscious admissions policies.
National Champions Drown SB in Opener
Monday, October 9, 2006
The #9 UCSB men's water polo team came up short against its first conference opponent this weekend, losing to #1 USC on Friday.
UCSB Prevails in Fifth Attempt
Monday, October 9, 2006
The UCSB women's soccer team was finally rewarded for its work this Sunday in a 4-0 blowout of UC Irvine after losing a controversial 1-0 match to Long Beach State on Friday night.
Perera Nets Gauchos to Victory
Monday, October 9, 2006
From the depths of the latest valley in this roller-coaster-ride of a season, the #28 Gauchos arose to dominate #7 UC Irvine 2-0 Saturday night.
Santa Barbara Streaks on Home Court
Monday, October 9, 2006
The UCSB women's volleyball team is on a three-game winning streak - its longest this season - after defeating Big West opponents Cal State Fullerton, this past Friday, and UC Riverside on Saturday evening. Both victories came in the Thunderdome, and the two opponents were put down in just three games, Fullerton falling 30-25, 30-20 and 30-27 while Riverside lost 30-17, 30-21 and 30-18.
Master Debaters
Monday, October 9, 2006