The Channels

The Campus Center will close for renovations in 2011, forcing many programs residing in the building to temporarily relocate to other parts of campus, although some may not even have that luxury. The estimated $4.8 million construction project is tentatively set to begin in May 2011 and could likely last until the following spring.… Post the First Comment

Alcohol is now permanently banned from Isla Vista's beaches and three bluff-top parks, the county Board of Supervisors decided on Nov. 3, replacing the temporary six-month ban enacted as an emergency measure to prevent Floatopia 2. The county sheriff's, parks, fire and health department supported the ban unanimously, according to Chris Henson, the county's 3rd District Chief of Staff, who serves Isla Vista.… Post the First Comment

As if the bookstore's long lines and high prices aren't frustrating enough, students are discovering their "required" textbooks aren't actually necessary for the class. And, if the teacher has labeled this textbook as required, students will be denied a refund if they're still enrolled in the course.… Post the First Comment

Oct. 28 A student filed a theft report against a classmate who she reportedly found wearing one of her three rings that she had earlier lost in class. According to the report, the classmate told the student that she found the rings, and returned the one she was wearing.… Post the First Comment