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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.

[Photo] 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

Bradley Schoenberger, Noah Manzarek-Naghi, Camron Lugo, Viviana Ruiz, Mirian Gil Solis, Steven Zermeno, and Michael Lopez
November 14, 2025
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.

[Photo] SBCC men’s basketball is ready for the competition this season

Camron Lugo, Staff Writer
November 14, 2025
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."

[Photo] Professor Bill Dinklage applies world wide research into his classes

Ava Nicholas, Staff Writers
November 9, 2025
No Kings protestors march up State Street Oct. 18 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Their hour-and-a-half walk remained peaceful as they exercised their First Amendment right.

Thousands of people gather at Alameda Park for No Kings protest

Steven Zermeno, Staff Photographer
October 24, 2025
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.

[Photo] Raíces faces termination of HSI funding for next school year

Hilary Litton, Associate Editor
October 24, 2025
Superintendent-President Erika Endrijonas commences the College Planning Council Oct. 21 at City College's West Campus Center Building in Santa Barbara, Calif. The council began at 3:03pm.

[Photo] College Planning Council discusses improvements to CCC applications

Jencie Hickey, Staff Writer
October 24, 2025

The Wave Broadcast: New appointed dean and Wellness Companion Hub

Noah Manzarek-Naghi, Bradley Schoenberger, Mirian Gil Solis, Camron Lugo, Viviana Ruiz, Hilary Litton, Steven Zermeno, and Michael Lopez
October 17, 2025
From left, Executive Director of Public Affairs and Communications Jordan Killebrew addresses the Board of Trustees Oct. 9 at City College's Administration Building in Santa Barbara, Calif. "Human rights should not be diminished because a border is crossed," Killebrew said.

[Photo] Board of Trustees supports program initiatives toward student success

Viviana Ruiz, Editor-In-Chief
October 13, 2025
City College takes a two point lead during set three at Robertson Gymnasium on Sept. 17 in Santa Barbara Calif. “This group is tight knit and really loves each other,” Head coach Kat Niksto said. “I really think that trust and support really comes out on the court.”

[Photo] Women’s volleyball start off strong with 12–1 record and top-six ranking

Camron Lugo, Staff Writer
October 3, 2025
Principal trombone Dillion Macintyre, and harpist Jacqueline Marshal, perform Sept. 18 at the Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara, Calif. The duo played two songs prior to the upcoming season announcements.

[Photo] Santa Barbara Symphony hosts Season Preview Kick-off Celebration

Camron Lugo, Staff Writer
September 23, 2025
Vaquero Kaylin Cooney, No.13, places a firm hit ball over Cougars blocker at Robertson Gymnasium on Sept. 17 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Cooney approaches and tips the ball against the Canyons.

[Photo] Women’s volleyball team keep streak alive in 3-1 win over the Cougars

Camron Lugo, Staff Writer
September 19, 2025
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