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Presenters Resistencia Mexicayolt Chalchiutlicue stand in front of City College's campus center on Tuesday, Sept. 9 in Santa Barbara, Calif. The group hopes to represent the importance of Latine Heritage Month.
Raíces celebrates one year at SBCC as well as HSI week with lively event
Sylvia Stewart, News Editor • September 17, 2024

On Tuesday, Sept. 10, ¡Raíces: First Year and Beyond! hosted their 1st year anniversary event and Hispanic Serving Instit​​utions week celebration after a year of student...

Students sit in the cafeteria at City College on Sept. 12 in Santa Barbara, Calif. The cafeteria isn’t only used for eating purposes, but many students also study and do their homework there.
City College students can now use EBT cards at campus cafeterias
September 17, 2024
Senate converse over faculty roles in detecting fraudulent bots at SBCC
Senate converse over faculty roles in detecting fraudulent bots at SBCC
September 16, 2024
The Board of Trustees congregate in the McDougall Administration Building monthly in Santa Barbara, Calif. Illustration created on Canva on Nov. 12.
Trustees discuss issues regarding fraudulent bots and cybersecurity
September 16, 2024
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Opinion
Due to transfer resources, lower tuition cost and other amenities, community college could be the ticket to student success. Some California students are eligible for two years of tuition covered if they attend their local community college through the California College Promise Grant.
OPINION: Community college offers students clear and affordable path
Ruby Cobourn, Opinion Editor • May 11, 2024

For most high school students, attending a university seems to be a direct path to venture forth in their educational journey: graduate with a diploma, secure a spot at a...

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Arts & Entertainment
Miniature Tigers 2009 album Tell it to the Volcano
How the band Miniature Tigers gave me strength in my darkest moments
Karina Acosta Aguilar, Staff Writer • September 14, 2024

When I think about the song "Dark Tower" by Miniature Tigers, it's not just a song – it's a moment in time I'll never forget. The lyrics helped me piece together my sadness...

Benjamin Ryan strums his guitar on City College’s West Campus on Sept. 12 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Ryan utilizes his capo invention, Freestyle, to create higher pitches with unique notes. Since the age of 12, Ryan has had a passion for music and it shows through his playing.
Musician Benjamin Ryan redefines guitar playing with new invention
September 13, 2024
At 65 years old, student Karl Vance rewrites the soundtrack to his life
May 11, 2024
Vocalist, Alina Reitz serenades the audience with her euphonious voice on May 6 at the SOhO Restaurant & Music Club. The Martinez Group harmonizes with occasional scatting and performs soft notes alongside her.
City College's jazz ensembles strive for originality on the SOhO stage
May 10, 2024
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Sports
Kaylin Cooney blocks a ball during the game against Long Beach at the Sports Pavilion on Sept. 11 at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Apart from blocking many balls, she was also responsible for 16 points, which is more than any other player in the team.
Vaqueros women's volleyball team loses to Long Beach City College
Viviana Ruiz, Staff Writer • September 17, 2024

Vaquero’s Women’s Volleyball team lost to undefeated Long Beach City College on Sept. 11 with a total of four sets and a final score of 3-1.  The game started with...

Photo Courtesy of City College's website.
Vaqueros 5k stampede fundraiser encourages community participation
September 17, 2024
Sean Mays, left, hauls down a Fullerton player on Sept. 7 at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Mays had two tackles and one broken up pass for the game.
Vaqueros fall 38-0 in season opener against the Fullerton College Hornets
September 16, 2024
Kaylin Cooney stretches her arm to tip the ball over the net at the Sports Pavilion at City College on Sept. 6, 2024 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Cooney is a Santa Barbara native, and a graduate of San Marcos Highschool.
Women's volleyball wins second game of the day during tournament
September 9, 2024
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Features
Illustration of athlete's silhouettes
Seven SBCC athletes and coaches to be honored at hall of fame ceremony
Anika Brodnansky, Staff Writer • May 13, 2024

On May 31, several standout athletes and coaches will be inducted into the City College Athletic Hall of Fame at the Sports Pavilion Patio on the City College campus.  The...

According to Pew Research, one in five teens who know of Chat GPT use it for schoolwork. This amounts to a total of 13% of all U.S. teens who have used artificial intelligence in school.
The effects of artificial intelligence access among City College students
May 13, 2024
Courtesy of Sara Boyd
Krishna García-Martínez to become City Colleges youngest ever graduate
May 13, 2024
From left, Vice President Rehan Ameen, Club Advisor Steven Clark, and Club President Francis Jacobs discuss plans for the Global Perspectives Forum Club at the final meeting of the year, on May 8 at City College in Santa Barbara Calif.
Global Perspectives Forum allows students to debate world affairs
May 12, 2024
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Community
Collage of stills from video interviews The Channels conducted for a project revolving around the upcoming presidential election.
The Channels asked the community for their thoughts on the upcoming presidental election
Angel Corzo, Sofia Stavins, Claire Geriak, Ruby Cobourn, Cebelli Pfeifer, Sylvia Stewart, Julia Torres, Taajvi Singh, Anneli Larson, and Jack Connell • April 19, 2024

In light of this year's upcoming presidential election, The Channels asked members of the community, “How could the upcoming presidential election...

Voices
Voices: "How has your experience with FAFSA been this year?"
Voices: "How has your experience with FAFSA been this year?"
Sylvia Stewart, Jack Connell, and Izadora Hamm • May 7, 2024

Voices: "What is your hottest take?"
Voices: "What is your hottest take?"
Sofia Stavins, Anneli Larson, and Brenda Greening • April 5, 2024

Voices: "What is the best piece of advice you have ever received?"
Voices: "How have you been affected by the housing shortage in Santa Barbara?"
Voices: "How have you been affected by the housing shortage in Santa Barbara?"
Voices: "What is your most profound spiritual experience?"
Voices: "What is your most profound spiritual experience?"
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