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Mock of the Sports Pavilion at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Rendering is not fully precise. Rendering courtesy of SBCC Office of Communications. Photo by Sylvia Stewart.

Board of Trustees approves new contracts for Sports Pavilion project

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2025
Members of Umoja line up to speak about their tour to HBCUs on April 17 at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. Umoja came to speak on behalf of Black Student Success Week (April 21 through April 25).

Board is met with reflections from Umoja and student-parents

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2025
Protesters gather outside of the Santa Barbara County Administration Building on Feb. 25 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Students and community members rallied against the permit transfer to Sable at the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors meeting.

[Photo] UCSB students rally against Sable oil company

Raquel Smith, Staff Writer
April 19, 2025

The Wave Broadcast: Recap of Deltopia and upcoming SBCC events

Chandler Johnson, Raquel Smith, Aneka Edwards, Mirian Gil Solis, Sylvia Stewart, and Amanda Cloninger
April 18, 2025
CPC discusses DEI letter and dean contracts on April 15. Photo taken on October 24 on the West Campus Great Meadow in Santa Barbara, Calif.

[Photo] CPC discusses importance of multicultural learning environment

Hiro Sato, Associate Editor
April 18, 2025
The Scheinfeld Center at City College hosts its own iteration of the popular show “Shark Tank” competition that allows students to pitch business ideas. Registration will remain open until April 23.

[Photo] New Venture Challenge allows students to pitch business ideas

Jenna Hagedorn, Staff Writer
April 19, 2025

Voices: What is the most creative or best excuse you’ve used to get out of a class or assignment?

Sylvia Stewart, Michael Lopez, and Everett Engler
April 13, 2025
"Trombone Through The Ages" performance directed by Eric Heidner will take place 3 p.m. Saturday April 12. The show will honor the trombone.

[Photo] “Slide Show” trombone performance will take place on Saturday April 12

Amanda Cloninger, Staff Writer
April 11, 2025
Illustration of someone recognizing the that they have the exact same products as a famous influencers "Top Fives". This showcases how social media can influence the way you do everyday activities.

[Photo] OPINION: The idea of individuality on social media is just an illusion

Aneka Edwards, Staff Writer
April 11, 2025
The Career Zone is located on the second floor of the Business/Communications building in BC221. The Career Zone offers support to students interested in internships and more.

[Photo] Career Center offers paid internships and job opportunities for students

Vénus Barelier, Staff Writer
April 9, 2025
The Snow White live-action film was released March 21. This film starred actress Rachel Zegler, who took some backlash after the movie was released.

[Photo] Rachel Zegler faces backlash after new live-action Snow White film

Chandler Johnson, Staff Writer
April 8, 2025
The IVCSD Tree Initiative offers property owners and those with property management authority the chance to receive free 15-gallon juvenile trees. According to the IV Tree Initiative website, the initiative strives to beautify the neighborhood, strengthen climate resilience, and create a healthier environment.

[Photo] Local property owners eligible to receive free trees from the IVCSD

Raquel Smith, Staff Writer
April 5, 2025
Guardian Scholars are students in a college or university who have been in foster care. These students often face extra challenges, so Guardian Scholars programs provide support, like financial help, mentorship, and other resources, to help them succeed in their studies and life after school.

[Photo] Guardian Scholars provides an enriching community for foster youth

Aneka Edwards, Staff Writer
April 6, 2025
Illustration of a student stressed recent passing of executive order.

[Photo] OPINION: Executive order 14206 disregards student safety

Viviana Ruiz, Associate Editor
March 27, 2025
Director of Athletics LaDeane Hansten and Cheer Coach Julia Hand discuss a marching band on campus.

[Photo] Athletic department discusses a marching band on campus

Chandler Johnson, Staff Writer
March 26, 2025
The Board of Trustees convene on March 20 in Santa Barbara, Calif. The meeting consisted of many agenda items.

Board faces urgent disparities in student success, seeks student input

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
March 24, 2025
From left, Robert Brown and Alan Price receive Outstanding Administrator of the Year on March 20 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Courtesy of SBCC Office of Communications.

Two administrators honored for their contributions to City College

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2025
Map from Project Zero Cliff Drive blueprint. Students walk to and from City College and this plan ensures extra safety features.

[Photo] Cliff Drive construction is set to occur next to City College in 2027

Hilary Litton, Staff Writer
March 20, 2025
Dear colleaguge.. PLAN (2)

[Photo] Letter from Department of Education prompts schools to remove DEI

Hiro Sato, Features Editor
March 14, 2025
The Channels staff receives 13 awards on March 8 at JACC in Long Beach, Calif.

The Channels receives 13 awards at National College Media Conference

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
March 14, 2025
academic senate (4)

[Photo] Senate discusses online tutoring program and its use at City College

Viviana Ruiz, News Editor
March 14, 2025
What is your personal theme song (1)

[Photo] The Channels asks: What is your personal theme song?

Editorial Board
March 11, 2025
Dei Programs on campus= you get nothing.

[Photo] OPINION: Removing DEI programs is a step back for our country

Viviana Ruiz, Associate Editor
March 4, 2025
In light of Women's History Month, The Channels interviewed four women at City College to share their stories.

[Photo] Four women of City College share stories for Women’s History Month

Mars Newton, Staff Writer
March 5, 2025
The "Vaqueros Rebound" keeps readers up to date on recent City College sports games.

[Photo] Rebound: Women’s basketball defeats Imperial Valley in playoffs

Aneka Edwards, Staff Writer
March 3, 2025

Voices: “Who or what in your life inspires you to pursue your dream career?

Mirian Gil Solis, Raquel Smith, Chandler Johnson, and Sylvia Stewart
February 28, 2025
Club day takes place on Feb. 19 on the East Campus in Santa Barbara, Calif. Marlon Dorantes, member of the Music Club, preforms on stage.

Club Day showcases a diverse variety of clubs students can take part in on campus

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
February 24, 2025
Photo illustration of the Great Meadow.

[Photo] What to do if approached by ICE

Hilary Litton, Staff Writer
February 24, 2025
The Board of Trustees congregate in the McDougall Administration Building monthly in Santa Barbara, Calif. Illustration created on Canva on Nov. 12.

Board reviews resolution drafted by faculty supporting two leaving Deans

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
February 24, 2025
File photo of Max, therapy dog, stares out at Leadbetter Beach above the cracked walls of the Sports Pavilion on Oct 14, 2024. These cracks have been an safety issue for a number of years, and have been paved over on multiple occasions, according to Kathy O’Connor, chair of physical education.

[Photo] Dog Max passes away after years of support and affection at City College

Amanda Cloninger, Staff Writer
February 21, 2025
Timotheé Chalamet walks the red carped on Feb. 11 at the International Film Festival in Santa Barbara, Calif. Chalamet starred in many films 2024.

[Photo] Timothée Chalamet is honored at SBIFF receiving Artist of the Year

Everett Engler, Staff Writer
February 14, 2025
SBIFF attendants seated for the beginning of the festival on Feb. 9 at the Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara Calif. SBIFF celebrates 40 years.

Virtuosos Award is presented to eight actors at Santa Barbara International Film Festival

Viviana Ruiz, Associate Editor
February 12, 2025
Police cars fill parking lot 1A at 3:08 p.m. on Feb. 12 in Santa Barbara, Calif. The parking lot opened 4:33 p.m.

BREAKING: Emergency alert breaks out at SBCC after domestic dispute

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
February 12, 2025
Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee is filled with nine members set to oversee bond expenditures. Courtesy of SBCC Office of Communications.

Citizens committee is formed to oversee the Measure P bond

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
February 11, 2025
Chris Renbarger, assistant superintendent-vice president of business services, speaks on new updates involving the budget at City College on Friday, Jan. 31 in Santa Barbara, Calif. "I want to focus on values for the budget and to say that the things we care about should inform the decisions we make, writing the budget and making decisions later," Renbarger said. (Mirian Gil Solis)

Budget forum expresses new ideas to help City College’s current deficit

Sylvia Stewart, Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2025
The International Film Festival takes place from Feb. 4 to Feb. 15 at the Arlington Theater in Santa Barbara, Calif. SBIFF celebrates 40 years of dedication.

[Photo] SBIFF kicks off its first three nights with awards, films, and celebrity appearances

Djamila Rodeck, Viviana Ruiz, and Hiro Sato
February 7, 2025
The Associated Student Government smiles in the sun in front of the Humanities Building on the morning of Jan 31. ASG held their first meeting of the spring semester with a full agenda.

[Photo] ASG kicks off semester promoting student engagement activities

Colin Leese, Staff Writer
February 3, 2025
The Academic Senate meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, discussing curriculum, faculty roles, and other academic matters. 

Emergency faculty hire sparks debate at Academic Senate meeting

Sylvia Stewart, News Editor
December 6, 2024
The Channels Fall 2024 editors squeeze between a bush on Nov. 5 at City College in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Editorial Board consists of 5 editors.

Editors’ list: What is your favorite holiday movie?

Anika Brodnansky, Izadora Hamm, Cebelli Pfeifer, Sylvia Stewart, and Anthony Zell
December 6, 2024
Guided Pathways presents a maze on Dec. 6 in front of the Student Services Building on the East Campus in Santa Barbara, Calif. This maze represents the different pathways each college student takes toward success.

[Photo] A maze of reflection and discovery is under construction on East Campus

Kandice Kamori Hurst, Staff Writer
December 6, 2024
A Santa Barbara tour bike rolls through the bike path at West Beach on Aug. 15 in Santa Barbara, Calif. City College is the thread that weaves people together from all over the world.

The Channels asked SBCC: ‘What does your hometown mean to you?’

Cebelli Pfeifer, Sylvia Stewart, Anika Brodnansky, Izadora Hamm, and Anthony Zell
December 4, 2024
Illustration of students in class with a chalk board that reads, "Students unable to pay tutition in time will not be dropped from classes."

[Photo] SBCC suspends automatic drop policy amid financial aid challenges

Colin Leese, Staff Writer
December 2, 2024
Voices: What was your reaction to the election results?

Voices: What was your reaction to the election results?

Sylvia Stewart, Noah Manzarek-Naghi, and Ava Ohnstad
November 25, 2024
Photo illustration of five empty folding chairs on Sept. 24 at Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara, Calif. The Serenity Group meets weekly, guiding attendees through a 12 step process into recovery.

Serenity Group offers support through weekly recovery meetings

Sylvia Stewart, News Editor
November 18, 2024
MySBCC is available on the app store and google play now.

[Photo] SBCC Pipeline portal is on it’s way out as MySBCC takes main stage

Viviana Ruiz, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
Track and Field runner Zet Contreras participates in Kindness Day on Nov. 13 in Santa Barbara, Calif. Contreras visited each booth and received tokens from each as well as pizza and a cupcake.

Kindness day pushes student interaction with self-motivating programs on campus

Sylvia Stewart, News Editor
November 15, 2024
The Academic Senate meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, discussing curriculum, faculty roles, and other academic matters. 

Senate discusses student majors, testing center, and the use of AI

Sylvia Stewart, News Editor
November 15, 2024
City College has been granted provisional approval to offer bachelors programs in health information management.

[Photo] SBCC receives Bachelor’s program in Health Information Management

Ava Ohnstad, Staff Writer
November 8, 2024
Jett Black-Maertz beams at the Democratic party at SoHo on Nov. 5 in Santa Barbara, Calif. As of Wednesday morning Black is leading with a 63.38% vote for district 3.

Jett Black-Maertz is currently in the lead for Area 3 Board of Trustees

Sylvia Stewart and Hilary Litton
November 6, 2024
Mason Watters (left) and Damon Dvorson (right) stand at the balcony of the Sigma Chi Satellite house where Dvorson's office is held on Oct. 30 in Isla Vista, Calif. The two began working together in summer 2024.

Housing Helper app aims to revolutionize student housing

Sylvia Stewart, News Editor
November 4, 2024
The Transfer Fair took place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 30 on The West Campus Lawn in Santa Barbara, Calif. Booths were lined up with four-year universities for students to educate themselves on.

Transfer Fair allows students to interact with four-year admission representatives

Sylvia Stewart, News Editor
November 1, 2024
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