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Spring music festival Soltopia is set to take place 12-6 p.m. April 4 at "the loop" in Isla Vista, Calif.

Soltopia to replace Deltopia amid county noise crackdown • 471 Views

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Buildings on 215 Bath Street operate as a rental property March 27 in Santa Barbara, Calif. The landlords agreed to a settlement with tenants in 2025.

Strain between Bath Street tenants and property owners continues • 392 Views

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The MacDougall Administration Center building's door springs open Feb. 5 at City College's East Campus in Santa Barbara Calif. Superintendent-President Erika Endrijonas was appointed into her administrative role by the Board of Trustees in 2023.

SBCC faculty question legality of superintendent-president raise • 367 Views

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Sunlight filters into the hallway in the second story of the MacDougall Administration Building in front of the Allied Health and Nursing Lab.

City College has been approved for its first baccalaureate degree • 316 Views

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Climate change is an ongoing problem. Santa Barbara has reported storms are stronger, areas are more hotter and sea levels continue to rise.

Opinion: Now the effects of climate change are impossible to ignore • 247 Views

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Tracy Kofford, director of dance, demonstrates a routine on March 20 in Santa Barbara, Calif. “These students are my extended family,” Kofford said. “Every time they perform, they give it their all and that makes me super proud.”

SBCC Dance Company invited to perform in New York City • 245 Views

News
The Route to Graduation graphic depicts the multi-layered process SBCC graduation process. City College's commencement ceremony takes place 5 p.m. Friday, May 22.
City College provides resources for students ahead of commencement
Jencie Hickey, Staff Writer • April 14, 2026

With spring commencement right around the corner, many students might be wondering what the next steps are in the process of attaining their degree. Luckily, there are some...

Vice President of Business Services Christopher Renbarger reports on spending to the College Planning Council April 7 at City College's West Campus Center in Santa Barbara, Calif. The college has spent 65% of the budget as of March 31.
City College Council reviews budget progress and spending
Bradley Schoenberger, Associate Editor • April 13, 2026
The Academic Senate discuss the week's agenda on April 8 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Items on the agenda included the president's report as well as discussion over bookstore updates.
Senate discusses transition of campus textbooks services
Camron Lugo, Associate Editor • April 13, 2026
The Pride flag is raised during City College’s Pride Festival on April 6 at the West Campus Lawn in Santa Barbara, Calif. The raising of the flag marks the start of the campus celebration.
Pride Festival makes debut at City College to start off Gaypril
Nyah Marquez-Dean, Staff Writer • April 12, 2026
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Opinion
A Calle César Chávez sign remains at the Cabrillo Boulevard intersection April 12 in Santa Barbara, Calif. The city of Santa Barbara plans to rename the street after recently surfaced allegations.
Opinion: César Chávez Streets should be renamed without a doubt
Ava Nicholas, Staff Writer • April 14, 2026

Recent allegations against American labor figure César Chávez, brought to light by the New York Times, have prompted a critical national discussion on whether these discoveries...

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Arts & Entertainment
From left, Felicia Hall, Nicholis Sheley, Charlotte Hecker and Will Hughs star in SBCC’s production of UNNECESSARY FARCE by Paul Slade Smith at West Campus' Jurkowitz Theatre. The play runs from April 15-May 2.
REVIEW: ‘Unnecessary Farce’ creates comedic chaos in their performance
Ava Nicholas, Staff Writer • April 17, 2026

“Unnecessary Farce” put on by City College's theatre group, was a raunchy, dramatic, fast-paced comedy filled with hilarious innuendos.  The play opened with Officers...

The Goodland Brass Quintet performs songs on April 12 at the First United Methodist Church in Santa Barbara, Calif. They played a mix of classical and jazz with slow pieces such as “Grand Valley Fanfare” by Eric Ewazen “Ashokan Farewell” by Jay Ungar and “Autumn Leaves” by Joseph Kosma.
City College Chamber Winds concert brings musicians together
April 17, 2026
Ron Phillips performs alongside members of the trombone section with the City College Jazz Band at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club on April 6 in Santa Barbara, Calif. The section played in unison during the band’s live set.
City College Jazz Orchestra brings groove and soul to Monday Madness
April 10, 2026
From left, Theater Club members Adrian Arias and Connor Dempsey improvise a father-son scenario March 17 at City College's Drama Music building room 155 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Improv sessions are held by the Theater Club twice a month.
Theater club hosts improv sessions focused on creativity and support
March 31, 2026
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Sports
City College Vaqueros prepare a score against the Oxnard College Condors April 11 at City College's La Playa Stadium. Oxnard took the victory at a score of 15-6.
Flag football loses only home game 15-6 against Oxnard College
Camron Lugo, Sports Editor • April 13, 2026

City College women’s flag football lost in a hard-fought game against Oxnard College 15-6. Oxnard started the game with the ball and quickly drove down the field, scoring...

A sunlit volleyball sits on the sand April 10 at East Beach Volleyball Courts in Santa Barbara, Calif. City College's Beach Volleyball team won eight consecutive matches this season.
SBCC beach volleyball play with love and grit while pursuing state title
April 11, 2026
Vaquero Outside Hitter Charlie Coordt sends the ball over the net in their game against the Santa Monica Corsairs on March 20 at Robertson Gym in Santa Barbara, Calif. It was one of the many clutch defensive plays made by the Vaqueros.
SBCC men’s volleyball outlasts Santa Monica College in five set match
March 24, 2026
Avery Tirazona, No. 1, prepares to take a swing while at the bat against Santa Monica College on March 14 at Pershing Park in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Vaqueros won the game 16-8.
City College softball takes down Santa Monica College 16-8
March 17, 2026
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Features
SBCC Marine Diving Technology program provides depthful learning
SBCC Marine Diving Technology program provides depthful learning
Jose Soriano, Aston Smith, and Nathan Spencer Kennedy Vincent • April 7, 2026

East Campus cafeteria provides a variety of meals to students
East Campus cafeteria provides a variety of meals to students
March 28, 2026
Shelton Huynh, the owner of Beauti Florist checks on his plants on March 22 at Earl Warren Showgrounds in Santa Barbara, Calif. The plant he is looking at is an air plant, which does not require soil, and is taken care of by spraying water on it.
Santa Barbara International Orchid Show offers a floral themed escape
March 27, 2026
Kristen Sneddon teaches the Environmental Geology course on March 2 at City College’s Earth and Biological Sciences Building Room 102. Sneddon has served two terms on the Santa Barbara City Council while also being a geology professor.
SBCC professor Kristen Sneddon balances City Council and academia
March 23, 2026
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Community
The Channels asked: What's a recipe that's meaningful to you?
The Channels asked: What’s a recipe that’s meaningful to you?
Viviana Ruiz, Noah Manzarek-Naghi, Michael Lopez, and Hilary Litton • December 5, 2025

Whether it comes from family traditions, bake-offs, or cooking from scratch, we've all come across a treasured recipe. The Channels understands...

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SBCC Marine Diving Technology program provides depthful learning
SBCC Marine Diving Technology program provides depthful learning
Jose Soriano, Aston Smith, and Nathan Spencer Kennedy Vincent • April 7, 2026

The Wave Broadcast: Layoffs vote split, Discovery Day, Sports recap
The Wave Broadcast: Layoffs vote split, Discovery Day, Sports recap
Kahlo Friel-Asay, Bradley Schoenberger, Mirian Gil Solis, Viviana Ruiz, Hilary Litton, Lauren Scott Robinson, Michael Lopez, and Camron Lugo • March 29, 2026

East Campus cafeteria provides a variety of meals to students
East Campus cafeteria provides a variety of meals to students
Voices: Which do you prefer, Google or Microsoft tools and why?
Voices: Which do you prefer, Google or Microsoft tools and why?
The Channels is asking: What does your ideal America look like?
The Channels is asking: What does your ideal America look like?