Eye on Isla Vista

Town and Gown Together

If Only

Eye on Isla Vista says the college community could be the epicenter of the environmental movement. Read story.

Fun Run and Walk to Support Rape Crisis Center

The 5K Starts at the Lagoon on Saturday Morning

Prevention educators tell Eye on Isla Vista that sometimes people don't realize that they meet the legal definition of a victim – or a rapist. Read story.

Eucalyptus Removal Kerfuffle

Citing Safety Concerns, Isla Vista Recreation and Park District Yanks Six Trees

Citing safety concerns, Isla Vista Recreation and Park District yanks six trees. Read story.

Bigger Is Sometimes Better

The Nova Left Fewer Students at the Bus Stop

As more housing goes up in Isla Vista, more SBCC students move there, creating an overflow demand for bus service. Read story.

The Coastline's New Rules

Surfing Allowed, Fishing Prohibited

Eye on Isla Vista gazes out on the newly designated Marine Protected Area. Read story.

Ruling Isla Vista

Applications Accepted Until 5 p.m. March 1

Vacancy on the all-powerful Parks and Rec Board Read story.

Gaucho Women Rule

Now That's Entertainment

Eye on I.V. is crazy about UCSB women's basketball and waterpolo games. Read story.

Natural Weed Whackers

Feasting on Wild Oats

There are some new attractions out on the bluffs in the Devereux area: mini-Nubian goats inside a moveable fence, chomping on weeds to provide open space for native plants to thrive. Read story.

Isla Vista’s Brand New Bag

Eye on I.V. Grooving on Luxury Apartments

I too like the funky vibe of the downtown area, but it’s time to up the game. Read story.

’Tis the Season to Be Jolly and Quiet

Students Have Left for the Holidays

After a skate party/winter formal and other more usual revelry, peace descends upon Isla Vista. Read story.

A Time for Thought

... and a Time for Sports

Eye on Isla Vista roams from the Occupy movement to the sports arena. Read story.

Occupying Isla Vista

Voices for All

Eye on I.V. attends a general assembly meeting in People's Park. Read story.

Blue Horizons, Blemished Beaches

UCSB Film Program Focuses on the Environment

A UCSB film program encourages students to pay attention to the environment. Read story.

Parks and Rec: Isla Vista Edition

New Ranger Is Cleaning Up I.V.

A new ranger is cleaning up Isla Vista. Read story.

When Good Parties Go Bad

Downside to Wild Debauchery

During a typical weekend you can find party after party with the music blaring, crowds of people laughing, and the drinks flowing. For new students, this must seem like paradise, but it can quickly become a living hell. Read story.

An Evening with Pico Iyer

The author and travel writer will converse with travel editor ... Read More