Issue 40, Volume 87 2006-2007
Purported Hazing Mishap Leaves SB Student in Hospital
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
University officials confirmed yesterday that the man who appears to have been involved in a hazing incident that occurred last Thursday is a member of a local fraternity.
Commission Authorizes UCSB Housing Projects
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
The California Coastal Commission approved UCSB's North and West Campus Housing plans at its meeting Friday, allowing 373 new units for faculty and student families to be built.
Renewal To Enhance Hub Appearance, Allure
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Construction is underway to renovate the Hub into a vibrant space with plasma televisions, booths and a nightclub or sports bar-like atmosphere.
Rocks To Stay Despite Criticism
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Despite a tidal wave of opposition from the Santa Barbara Surfrider Foundation, the California Coastal Commission decided in a 4-3 vote last week to keep a rock revetment intact on Goleta Beach for the next 30 months in order to protect the seashore and surrounding park from erosion.
A.S. Discusses UC Diversity, I.V. Safety, Energy
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
About 115 students turned out for last night's third annual Associated Students Congress to vote on what issues student government will focus on for the year.
Home-bound Travelers To Encounter Traffic Delays
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Students heading home for Thanksgiving this week may find themselves moving slower than the time it takes to cook a turkey, as local officials have warned travelers to expect increased enforcement on the roads and longer lines at Amtrak stations and at airports.
Board Gives Monetary Aid to Groups
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
The Associated Students Finance Board allocated over $100,000 in funds yesterday to several A.S. entities and student groups after following through on three resignations discussed at last week's meeting.
Surfer To Sign Books, Raise Money
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Fans of Shaun Tomson - the man who got his professional start by surfing the "perfect wave" at Jeffreys Bay in South Africa - will have a chance to hang ten with the legend himself today, as he signs autographs for area beach-lovers in an effort to the local landscape.
Get Your Gaucho Loco on for UCSB Futbol
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Two years ago, more than 11, 290 fans Gaucho fans experienced one of the most memorable nights in all of UCSB history.
Don't Get All Up In My Grill, Brother
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Racism is perhaps the most wretched of humanity's glitches. Racism is disgusting and appalling - unless committed by an African-American.The broad array of issues and situations in which the term is implicated today is incalculable and still growing.
Council's Abortion Decision Allows Baby Death
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
There is a convention in modern debating known as "Godwin's Law." Simply put, it states that as an argument progresses, it is increasingly likely that one of its participants will compare their opponents' ideas to those of the Nazis, and in so doing, sacrifice much of their credibility.
Hypocritical District Supervisor Should Stay Out of I.V.
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Leave it to the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors to forever understand the fact that they don't understand Isla Vista and the residents and Halloween.
Cedarwood's Failure Is Not Media Fault
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
I.V. Noise Ordinance Is Best Left Alone
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Jon Stewart's Show Does Not Distract
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Newly Paved Roads Are Poorly Formed
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Columnist Supports Misuse of Adderall
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Men, Women Finish Best Campaign Ever in Cross Country
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
The UCSB men's and women's cross country teams finished their best season in school history by finishing ninth and 27th respectively, at Monday's NCAA National Championships.
Santa Barbara Closes in on NCAAs in W Volleyball
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
The UCSB women's volleyball team is well on its way to securing a playoff spot after sweeping UC Davis on the road 30-12, 30-19 and 30-19 this past Friday. The Gauchos have won four of their last five matches - putting them at 17-11 on the season - and must win their two remaining matches in order to earn a playoff berth.
Gauchos Fall to Top-Ranked Bears in Swimming
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
The #4 ranked Cal swim team defeated the UCSB women 142-95 this past Friday at Campus Pool, with the only individual win for the Gauchos coming by way of sophomore Jamie Lathers who took the 50-yard freestyle in 24.45.
Men's Basketball
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Off to its best start since the 1994 season, the UCSB men's basketball team takes its perfect record on the road this evening to take on Pepperdine.