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After the first football season cancelation in 65 years due to COVID-19, City College will open practices up for 15 days to the largest roster in head coach Craig Moropoulos' 15 years. File photo of Cory Butler (19) attempting to intercept the pass on Oct. 5, 2019, at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] SBCC football team optimistic for return to competition in Fall 2021

April 26, 2021
Executive Director of Public Affairs and Communications for the last five years Luz Reyes-Martin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Chicano/a Studies from Stanford University, and a Master’s Degree in Land Use Planning from the University of Southern California, Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, MacDougall Admin Center, in the City College, in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Reyes-Martín empowers women and Latinx students in community

Alloy Zarate, Features Editor
November 16, 2020
From right, Food Not Bombs volunteers Gina Sawaya and Julia Leary give away food they prepared themselves to displaced citizens on Thursday, April. 16, 2020, in Isla Vista, Calif.

[Photo] Food Not Bombs: providing meals to homeless in IV during pandemic

Alloy Zarate, Staff Writer
April 20, 2020
Isla Vista parties are still on during St. Patrick's day amid the coronavirus panic on Tuesday, March. 17, 2020, in Isla Vista, Calif.

[Photo] Isla Vista celebrates St. Patrick’s Day amidst coronavirus concerns

Michaela Vehslage, Staff Writer
March 19, 2020

[Video] Voices: “How do you feel about classes going online?”

Gabriella Herrera and Rodrigo Hernandez
March 14, 2020

[Video] Voices: ‘What impact do you think the coronavirus will have on the world?’

Rodrigo Hernandez and Gabriella Herrera
March 9, 2020
District 37 candidate to the California State Assembly election Jonathan Abboud endures the remainder of his long day that started early in the morning on Tuesday, March. 3, 2020, in Isla Vista, Calif. "I'm really tired, I've been up since 5 a.m." Abboud said.

[Photo] Cole leads District Assembly race, Murillo and Bennett close behind

Ryan P. Cruz, Serena Guentz, Sarah Maninger, and Max Mullins
March 4, 2020
Third District Supervisor candidate Joan Hartmann stands outside of her base of operation on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in Isla Vista, Calif.

[Photo] Das Williams caps off election with Supervisor victory at Casa Blanca

Jun Starkey and Lucy Marx
March 4, 2020
Jay freeman points out specific legal terms that involve "Jailbreaking a phone" on Friday, Feb. 21, 2020, in the Physical Science Building at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. "The short version is, jailbreaking your phone is legal" Freeman said after being asked by a student.

[Photo] Software developer shares hacking experience, insight with SBCC club

Trevor West Morgan, Staff Writer
February 22, 2020
Alondra Jimenez dribbles the ball through her legs on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020, in the Sports Pavilion at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Jimenez grew up in Santa Barbara and has started every game for the 13-7 Vaqueros.

[Photo] Basketball player overcomes discrimination to star at SBCC

Elias Loefgren, Staff Writer
February 25, 2020
Hannah Sabin (No.23) posts up and makes her layup on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020, in the Sports Pavilion in the City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Vaqueros’ playoff hopes dwindle as Moorpark runs past them 102-66

Sarah Maninger, Sports Editor
February 20, 2020
Kyle Froemke (No.8) lands a solid hit that results in a single on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020, at Pershing Park at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Vaqueros lost to the Knights 4-1.

[Photo] City College can’t pierce Knights’ armor in 4-1 loss to San Diego

Sarah Maninger, Sports Editor
February 9, 2020
Brian Calvin pieces displayed in the Atkinson Gallery on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020, in the Humanities Building at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] New year, new exhibit: Atkinson Gallery celebrates human figures

Alloy Zarate, Staff Writer
February 7, 2020
Patrick Moulder (No.7) pushes through multiple Trojans during the Santa Barbara Rugby Academy match against the University of South California on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020, at Elings Park in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Academy beat the Trojans 78-7.

[Photo] Santa Barbara foils the Trojans’ plans, beat USC 78-7 at Elings Park

Max Mullins, Sports Editor
February 2, 2020
Andreas Fuerst celebrates his serve that won him the set on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, at Pershing Park in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Fuerst, Coulson stellar but can’t keep SBCC alive in home opener

Max Mullins, Sports Editor
February 1, 2020
Brandon Lawrence (No.5) takes third base on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, at Pershing Park, City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] SBCC baseball tames the Wildcats, beats West LA in two straight

Sarah Maninger, Sports Editor
January 26, 2020
Calvin Winestock (No.42) goes for a layup against Sidney Bowen (No.21) on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020, in the Sports Pavilion at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] SBCC’s losing streak continues, fall 91-33 to Allan Hancock at home

Elias Loefgren, Staff Writer
January 23, 2020
Alara Worrick explains the process on how the short film "Earache" came to be on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020, at the Arlington Theater in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Student film 'Earache' plot falls flat, but visually engaging at SBIFF

January 20, 2020
Reverend Roderick Murray chants quotes from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the bridge crossing event in honor of Martin Luther King Day and the Edmund Pettus Bridge crossing for African American voting rights in 1965, Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020, at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] MLK honored in bridge-crossing, speakers say to stand up to racism

Max Mullins, Sports Editor
January 19, 2020
Members of the Concert Choir preform "Sweeter Still" by Eric William Barnum on Saturday night, Dec. 7, 2019, at the First United Methodist Church, Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Winter Choral Concert showcases vocal prowess and holiday cheer

Gia Opsahl, Staff Writer
December 8, 2019
Joan Gao works on deadlift Position and stance under direction of Andrew Arnopole on Friday, Dec. 6, 2019, in the Life Fitness Center at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Fitness center at SBCC encourages exercise through classes, open labs

December 6, 2019
JahMikaili Hutton (No.12) tries to shrug off Bryan Oseguera (No.12) on Saturday Nov. 23, 2019, at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. After a long game the Vaqueros lost 3-1 in penalty Kicks against Santa Ana.

[Photo] SBCC’s season is over after penalty shootout loss against Santa Ana

Max Mullins, Staff Writer
November 24, 2019
Angelo Falcon posted up with his merchandise from "Cursed Studios" his own clothing line inspired by the horror movie genre, on Saturday Oct. 26, 2019, at the 805 Store, Goleta, Calif. Falcon is a former Santa Barbara City College student, and has been on his way up with his clothing brand.

[Photo] City College student expresses love of horror culture through fashion

Kai Zheng, Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 22, 2019
From right, Cage Englander talks about the democratic debates from the previous night on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, in the Campus Center at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. "We are not trying to change minds, we are trying to change dialogue," said Englander.

[Photo] Young Americans for Freedom club aims to diversify campus dialogue

Lucy Marx, News Editor
November 22, 2019
Lt. Shawn Hill explains how to fight in a run, hide or fight scenario on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019, in the MacDougall Administration Building at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Lt. Hill says to do what you know you can do and not to fight if you’re not a fighter.

[Photo] City College and SBPD present lecture on active shooter protocol

Serena Guentz, News Editor
November 20, 2019

[Video] Voices: “What is your worst date horror story?”

Clara A. Uttenthal and Ryan P. Cruz
November 18, 2019
Kile Kleiner (No.15) attempts to break away and score but misses on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, at the Sports Pavilion at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Vaqueros fall to Cerro Coso College 81-46 in first home game this year

Max Mullins, Staff Writer
November 17, 2019
Jade Jones (No.22) breaks away before scoring 3 points on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, at the Sports Pavilion at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] SBCC offense overpowers Antelope Valley, boost season record to 4-1

Robert J. Gormish, Staff Writer
November 17, 2019
Christopher Robinson (No.10) makes his way towards the goal but Brandon Calderon Ruiz (No.19) tries to stop him on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Vaqueros hit the road for playoff push after tie with Santa Monica

Max Mullins, Staff Writer
November 11, 2019
Student advisor for EOPS and Harvard graduate Noel Gomez stands in his office on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019, in the Student Services Building at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Gomez helped start the Transitions program that helps students affected by the Legal system.

[Photo] Advisor helps formerly imprisoned students transition into classroom

Ryan P. Cruz, Staff Writer
November 8, 2019
Ismael Paredes Ulloa shows smiles in his office on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019, in the Student Services Building at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Ulloa and his two siblings are children of immigrants from Jalisco, Mexico.

[Photo] EOPS advisor strives to ease stress for undocumented students

Lucy Marx, News Editor
November 8, 2019
Trombonist, Douglas Swayne performs a cover of Frank Sinatra's song "Fly Me to the Moon" on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, at the SoHo Restaurant and Music Club in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] SBCC band exhibits superb musical diversity and skill in evening show

August Lawrence, Staff Writer
November 4, 2019
Sophia Torres (No.12) blocks Breanna Thomas (No.5) on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in the Sports Pavilion at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Vaqueros came out with a 76-56 win over Ohlone Community College.

[Photo] Vaqueros victorious over Ohlone on Sunday, 2-1 in MTXE Crossover

Ruben Andrade, Staff Writer
November 4, 2019
Waverly Golden (No.8) puts pressure on Maria Sandoghdar (No.14) after she lost the ball from her grip on Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, at Santa Barbara High School in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Vaqueros sweep Saturday games, undefeated at home this season

Bianca Ascencio, Staff Writer
November 3, 2019
Taylor Brooks (No.2) gets a clean shot off and scores during a game against LA Pierce on Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, at Santa Barbara High School in Santa Barbara, Calif. City College beat LA Pierce 17-4.

[Photo] SBCC kicks off annual invitational with 17-4 victory over LA Pierce

Bianca Ascencio, Staff Writer
November 2, 2019
Vaqueros forward Christopher Robinson from Dragonskolan High School in Umea kicks the ball on La Playa field on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2019, at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. “We have to win,” said Robinson in reference to upcoming important games, “it’s make it or break it now.”

[Photo] SBCC star forward looking to lead his team to playoffs in November

Ruben Andrade, Staff Writer
October 29, 2019
Opie Garcia and his dad Cristian Garcia, waiting for the results of the posing contest on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, on West Campus at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Children get ready for Halloween at annual ‘Trunk or Treat’ event

Danielle Montoya, Staff Writer
October 26, 2019
Christopher Robinson (No.10), getting his shot off but Miguel Granados (No.1), stopped the shot from scoring on Oct. 25, 2019, at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Vaqueros tie with LA Mission Friday at home, 0-2-2 in conference play

Ruben Andrade, Staff Writer
October 26, 2019
Patrick Dill Jr. (6) intercepts a pass intended for Kareem Miles (4) on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] SBCC wins first conference game with 35-16 victory over LA Pierce

Ruben Andrade, Staff Writer
October 20, 2019
Molly Branigan (No9) getting the ball away from Kayla Acosta (No4) on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Vaqueros beat La Pierce college 2-0.

[Photo] Vaqueros win second in a row, beat LA Pierce in makeup game at home

Ruben Andrade, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019

[Video] Voices: “Should NCAA athletes receive money from endorsements?”

Clara A. Uttenthal and Ryan P. Cruz
October 14, 2019
Toby Miller and her dog Bubbles wearing a bee dress for the costume contest at the Wags n’ Whiskers Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, on the West Campus Lawn at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Hundreds of animals crowd SBCC for Wags n’ Whiskers festival

Ryan P. Cruz, Staff Writer
October 13, 2019
Gabi Brewer (No.10) getting her shot off on Friday, Oct. 11, 2019, in the Sports Pavilion at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. After forcing over time the Vaqueros fell short losing 3-4 against Cuesta College.

[Photo] Vaqueros fall to Cuesta College in competitive 5-set match at home

Robert J. Gormish, Staff Writer
October 12, 2019
Brandon Kinalele showing off some of his skills on his guitar on Friday Oct. 11, 2019 on West Campus at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Kinalele has been performing music for 11 years.

[Photo] SBCC jazz guitarist overcomes injury to pursue love of music

August Lawrence, Staff Writer
October 12, 2019
Students eat foods from different cultures on Oct. 10, 2019, in the West Campus Center Room 207, at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] SBCC ambassadors host culture cafe to spotlight Latin culture

Danielle Montoya, Staff Writer
October 11, 2019
Will Bayonne (2) avoids Antelope Valley defenders and runs for a touchdown on Oct. 5, 2019, at La Playa Stadium at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Bayonne was the only Vaquero to score in Saturday's game.

[Photo] Vaqueros fall to Antelope Valley in night game, 1-4 record this season

Max Mullins, Staff Writer
October 6, 2019
Board President Robert Miller reacts to questions asked by the audience of the "State of the College" presentation to the community on Oct. 3, 2019, at the Schott Campus in the James Tannahill Auditorium in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Trustees open up to community about campus climate, problems

Jun Starkey, Editor-in-Chief
October 4, 2019
Roni Spektor (5) gets the ball away from Ivan Diaz (10) on Oct. 1, 2019, at La Playa Stadium in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] SBCC wins fourth straight, beats Chaffey 4-3 at La Playa Stadium

Ruben Andrade, Staff Writer
October 2, 2019
Taylor Brooks charges down Sierra Cameron before she can pass to a teammate on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, at Santa Barbara High School in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Vaqueros came out with a 10-4 win against Ventura College.

[Photo] SBCC Water Polo beats Ventura in first game at Santa Barbara High

Bianca Ascencio, Staff Writer
September 26, 2019
Students of Don Hartley's Small Scale Food Production class gather in the East Campus garden to do some planting on Sept. 17, 2019, at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] Small scale food production class teaches sustainable gardening

Celina Jauregui, Staff Writer
September 23, 2019
Protesters gathered to show their signs towards the end of the strike to spread the word about climate change, on Sept. 20, 2019, on West Campus at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] SBCC students join in Global Climate Strike, call for change

Celina Jauregui, Staff Writer
September 21, 2019
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