Emerson Malone, Associate Editor
May 10, 2013
The Foundation has surpassed its goal and raised more than $1.05 million for the “Show Us Your Love” Campaign for Student Success. Vanessa Patterson, the Foundation’s executive director, emphasized that the campaign would not have been successful without the volunteer support. “There were literally... Read more »
Construction students partner with Demo 2 Design for Earth Day
Antonio Salcido, Staff Writer
April 22, 2013
Construction Academy students, in cooperation with Demo 2 Design, held an Earth Day event where they completed the construction of a casita, or “small house,” made from reclaimed materials. The 10’x12′ custom casita was made from approximately 85 percent reused wood, doors, and windows.... Read more »
Isla Vista church offers free burgers in the name of Jesus
Laura Oikawa, Staff Writer
April 10, 2013
A free, late night barbeque in the name of Jesus is not really what one would expect when heading out to the infamous drunken debauchery that is Isla Vista on weekends. Nestled in a flood of party-going City College and UCSB students, “Jesus Burgers” ministry grills up and gives away 200 hamburgers... Read more »
Column: I’m not drunk, you areAna Mezic, Associate Editor
April 5, 2013
Ana Mezic Isla Vista is a breeding ground. Much like high-school dances were an organized method of releasing sexual tension secondary school innately invokes, I.V. is a place for youth to cut loose. With no advisors lining the gym walls, the entirely unadulterated environment can lead to a heightened... Read more »
Student entrepreneur embarks on bikini business venture
Chelsea Wightman, Staff Writer
April 3, 2013
City College business student Suzanne Silva and her boyfriend Cody Dragon launched their new bikini company Mprint Swimwear in January. Silva and Dragon’s bikinis feature patent-pending technology that creates a small, reinforced cutout on the hip of all their bathing suits. A tan line emblem is left... Read more »
Studio fire destroys teacher’s priceless collectible items
Ana Mezic, News Editor
March 22, 2013
When Manuel Unzueta stumbled down the stairs and into his backyard after hearing his sister scream in the middle of the night, he froze in horror. Before him, plumes of smoke and flames rose 30 feet high from the art studio that housed over 40 years of collected works. Beside it, 10 pets caught fire... Read more »
From the streets to the spotlight
Reghan Jameson, Staff Writer
March 22, 2013
Regardless of an argument with a man who owned a pistachio stand across the way, the band set up, and laid down their instruments. Running up and down State St., the members of Sidewalk Affair struggled to find a spot to play their music. But, with a growing fan base and their first show booked, they... Read more »
What would happen if community college districts consolidated?
Erica Perez, California Watch
March 18, 2013
The state’s 72 community college districts spend tens of millions of dollars on administrative positions that could be consolidated or shared by districts a short drive away, a California Watch analysis has found. In the wake of huge budget shortfalls, California’s vast community college system has... Read more »
Opinion: Local eateries offer respite for gluten-free customers
Queila Omena
March 8, 2013
Being allergic to certain types of foods can be really upsetting at times, however, Santa Barbara has increased their options for people with Celiac disease. I miss the times when we could eat what we actually like instead of what our body can handle. Celiac disease is a condition that damages the lining... Read more »
Parenting workshops could lose funding if state budget passesErick Pirayesh, News Editor
March 6, 2013
The Parent-Child Workshops, which help student-parents learn basic childcare skills, might no longer be funded by City College if the proposed 2013-14 state budget is passed. A total of 80 percent of the workshop directors’ salaries are paid for by City College. According to the Human Resources department,... Read more »
