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Frontman Josh Homme and guitarist Troy Van Leeuwen of Queens of the Stone Age perform on Nov. 8 at the Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara, Calif. The band opened their set in a haze of purple light and heavy riffs.

REVIEW: Queens of the Stone Age is authentic and transformative • 680 Views

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File photo of students stroll to and from classes across the Campus Bridge on Dec. 4, 2023 at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. The bridge connects the east side of the Main Campus with its west side counterpart.

Bobbi Abram to release statement on MacKenzie Scott money • 392 Views

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City College received the MacKenzie Scott grant in July 2021. It has been four years and the funds haven't been spent, above shows what the money could be spent on.

$20 million MacKenzie Scott grant needs to be allocated • 390 Views

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City College hoists their Hispanic-Serving Institution flag, located outside the Luria Library on the West Campus at City College on Oct. 15 in Santa Barbara Calif. The flag was raised to honor Hispanic/Latiné culture.

Raíces faces termination of HSI funding for next school year • 354 Views

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Freshly prepared eggs, bacon and hash browns await to be delivered to a table Nov. 14 at Joe's Cafe in Santa Barbara, Calif. The cafe's entire breakfast menu will be served from 7:30 to 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day.

Three local restaurants will be open Thanksgiving for the community • 314 Views

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Illustration showing a reporter being silenced while a viewer watches. In a span of a month, journalists and media organizations have been faced with multiple forms of attempted censorship.

Emergent press censorship in the U.S. puts journalists at risk • 280 Views

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Associated Student Government officers take part in a discussion on Nov. 14 in Campus Center Room 223 in Santa Barbara, Calif. The agenda included a $1,000 request from the Veterans Club for its upcoming holiday party, which was approved.
Associated Student Government finalizes club grant requests
Hilary Litton, Associate Editor • November 17, 2025

The Associated Student Government finalized and allocated club grant requests as well as chartered the People of the Pacific Club. The club was created and organized by...

The Board of Trustees begins its recognitions during a meeting Nov. 13 at City College's MacDougall Administration Building in Santa Barbara, Calif. Each month the college honors employees for their longevity and dedication.
Board of Trustees discuss student athlete success and AI on campus
Viviana Ruiz, Editor-In-Chief • November 17, 2025
The Wave: New SBIFF Film Center and City College certificate pathways
The Wave: New SBIFF Film Center and City College certificate pathways
Bradley Schoenberger, Noah Manzarek-Naghi, Camron Lugo, Viviana Ruiz, Mirian Gil Solis, Steven Zermeno, and Michael Lopez • November 14, 2025
Freshly prepared eggs, bacon and hash browns await to be delivered to a table Nov. 14 at Joe's Cafe in Santa Barbara, Calif. The cafe's entire breakfast menu will be served from 7:30 to 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
Three local restaurants will be open Thanksgiving for the community
Jencie Hickey, Staff Writer • November 14, 2025
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Opinion
City College received the MacKenzie Scott grant in July 2021. It has been four years and the funds haven't been spent, above shows what the money could be spent on.
$20 million MacKenzie Scott grant needs to be allocated
Editorial Board • November 10, 2025

In July 2021, City College received a $20 million unconstrained grant from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. The grant was given after she received around $38 billion in...

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Arts & Entertainment
Indie rock band The Framers takes the stage Nov. 7 at SOhO Restaurant and Music Club in Santa Barbara, Calif. The emo nite-themed show celebrated the release of their latest single, "J.A.B." and the birthday of their guitarist Franky Sansone.
Indie rock band The Framers return from tour to kick off at SOhO
Michael Lopez, Associate Editor • November 11, 2025

Punchy sing-alongs, loud guitars, and 2000s nostalgia marked The Framers’ return home to SOhO after a run of tour dates across California. Born in the backyards of Isla...

Josephine Brooks teases Tristan Fleming with a mistletoe on Nov. 8 at City College's Jurkowitz Theater in Santa Barbara, Calif. The story centers on the Bennet family coming together for a festive celebration.
Theatre Arts is showcasing ‘Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley’
November 11, 2025
Frontman Josh Homme and guitarist Troy Van Leeuwen of Queens of the Stone Age perform on Nov. 8 at the Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara, Calif. The band opened their set in a haze of purple light and heavy riffs.
REVIEW: Queens of the Stone Age is authentic and transformative
November 10, 2025
Roger Durling stands near the construction site of the Film Center on Nov. 5 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Durling is the executive director of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
New SBIFF Film Center is underway in downtown Santa Barbara
November 7, 2025
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Sports
Vaqueros forward Jack Berry, No. 11, shoots a layup against Bakersfield College on Nov. 14 at Robertson Gymnasium in Santa Barbara, Calif. City College won the game moving to a 3-2 record on the season.
SBCC men’s basketball narrowly beat Bakersfield College 81-79
Camron Lugo, Staff Writer • November 17, 2025

City College men’s basketball team beat the Bakersfield College Renegades in a close match, 81-79. Bakersfield won the tip to start the game and immediately applied pressure...

Vaqueros shooting guard Mason Thomas, No. 3, stands his ground Nov. 12 at Robertson Gymnasium in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Vaqueros entered the game with a 1–2 record to start the season.
SBCC men’s basketball is ready for the competition this season
November 14, 2025
City College Vaqueros outside hitter Bayley Padia, No. 2, spikes the ball during the third set against the Brahmas Nov. 7 at Robertson Gymnasium in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Vaqueros won the third set 25-12, ultimately winning the game.
SBCC women’s volleyball defeat LA Pierce College in three sets
November 10, 2025
Xavier Salisbury stands on a soccer ball on Nov. 6 at La Playa Stadium in Santa Barbara, Calif. Salisbury is in his second year at City College and says he really enjoys the school and the area.
Australian student Xavier Salisbury finds home in soccer at City College
November 8, 2025
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Features
Geology professor Bill Dinklage lights up a smile on Oct. 30 at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. "The energy transition is sweeping the world," Dinklage said. "I wanted to really understand on a global scale what's happening out there."
Professor Bill Dinklage applies world wide research into his classes
Ava Nicholas, Staff Writers • November 9, 2025

Geology professor Bill Dinklage recently took a sabbatical around the world to research energy transitions and geology that he now applies to his classroom at City College.  Dinklage...

Native plants and shrubs grow across the West Campus Permaculture Garden on Nov. 7 at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. The garden reflects the college’s commitment to environmental awareness even as funding for sustainability projects has declined in recent years.
City College faculty push to revive seven-year-old sustainability plan
November 8, 2025
The new Dual Enrollment Supervisor, Adam Rodriguez, shares a smile on Oct. 21 in Santa Barbara, Calif. "One of my biggest [hopes] for dual enrollment is to really expand its benefits to the community," Rodriguez said.
Adam Rodriguez strives to improve understanding in dual enrollment
October 25, 2025
DSPS Director and Coordinator Jana Garnett grins for a portrait.
Jana Garnett ensures students gain the support they need at DSPS
October 19, 2025
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Community
SBCC Mixtape
SBCC Mixtape
Sylvia Stewart, Djamila Rodeck, Viviana Ruiz, Hiro Sato, and Hilary Litton • April 25, 2025

Videos
The Wave: New SBIFF Film Center and City College certificate pathways
The Wave: New SBIFF Film Center and City College certificate pathways
Bradley Schoenberger, Noah Manzarek-Naghi, Camron Lugo, Viviana Ruiz, Mirian Gil Solis, Steven Zermeno, and Michael Lopez • November 14, 2025

Voices: What is an urban legend or myth from your hometown?
Voices: What is an urban legend or myth from your hometown?
Hilary Litton, Lauren Robinson, and Jencie Hickey • October 31, 2025

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The Wave Broadcast: New appointed dean and Wellness Companion Hub
Voices: "If you could be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?"
Voices: “If you could be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?”
The Wave Broadcast: Fashion show overview and sports game updates
The Wave Broadcast: Fashion show overview and sports game updates