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Celebrate the end of the quarter, usher in Finals Week, and come join us for eating, discussing, and playing around with pi(e)! From circular pizza to baked goods, games, and fun as endless as pi itself - we're looking forward to having you there.

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Small marks and individual units combine to build a landscape and architecture greater than its own. The exhibition Soft Bodies brings together the distinctive work of two artists, Melinda Braathen and Liz Stringer, each offering a unique perspective on the delicate interplay between the individual and the collective. The exhibition examines impermanence, transformation, and the evolving relationship between the sacred and the performative.

Join us for an evening of music that explores the depth and complexity of sound through a range of styles and emotions. Layers, a senior recital by OBSD Vision Fellow Donavan Walker '25 (CCS Music Composition)! Experience live original music composed by Donavan Walker and stunning voice acting from Justin Sanchez '26 (UCSB Department of Theater and Dance)! Doors open at 4:30 PM, and TICKETS ARE FREE for everyone!

WHEN: FEBRUARY 22nd 5PM (doors open at 4:30PM)

Join the Community Council this Friday for a de-stressing event where you will get to make crafts and enjoy some snacks!

The College of Creative Studies Art Gallery and the American Indian and Indigenous Student Association (AIISA) at UC Santa Barbara would like to invite you to the closing event for Jackson Hunt’s exhibition Some of All Parts on February 1, 2025 at 2:00PM.

Performance at 2:00PM

Artist Conversation at 3:00PM

CCS Marine Science Faculty Dave Valentine will be hosting a talk as a part of Profs at the Pub—a free speaker series featuring UC Santa Barbara professors. 

Science and Disasters - An Unusual Pairing

The College of Creative Studies Art Gallery is pleased to present SOME OF ALL PARTS, a solo exhibition by Jackson Hunt.

Dear Community, 

Inspired by the breathtaking landscape and diverse marine life that surrounds our campus, Sea Change aims to bridge the gap between marine awareness and conservation engagement among the UCSB community. From the rocky reefs of the Santa Barbara coastline to the tranquil kelp forests of Santa Cruz Island, this exhibition offers a glimpse into the vibrant biodiversity and the fragile balance of our underwater backyard. 

Join us for "Headlands" - a gallery show put on by our very own CCS Art colloquium course students! Reception happening Wednesday, December 4th from 5-7 PM.

ANOTHER FREE SHOW THIS SATURDAY🔥🔥🔥
Opeyemi (‘Opey’) Olagbaju is a Nigerian American stand-up comedian and writer. He has written for CLOSE ENOUGH at HBO Max and was previously a Story Editor on BETTY for HBO. Prior to that, he was a writer on Kenya Barris’ UNRELATED for Freeform, Phoebe Robinson’s Doing the most, I LOVE YOU AMERICA WITH SARAH SILVERMAN for Hulu and THE NEW NEGROES for Comedy Central. He has also successfully showcased his stand-up on Comedy Central, JFL’s 2019 New Faces, and SF Sketchfest.

The new Science Communication Club at UC Santa Barbara aims to make science more digestible, accessible, and exciting across various fields and demographics. Workshops are held biweekly and our next one is, on Wednesday, November 20th, at 6:00PM with Tessa Cafritz in Bren 1414. Tessa Cafritz is a naturalist and Volunteer Program Manager of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History’s Sea Center. This interactive education workshop will teach attendees how to share scientific topics in informal/interpretive education!

 Calling ALL CCS Majors!  

Established in 1954, the Faculty Research Lecturer is the highest honor the UC Santa Barbara faculty can bestow on one of its members. Each year the Academic Senate recognizes one individual for their outstanding academic and creative achievements and invites them to present their work to the campus community. These lectures, which were disrupted during Covid, commemorate the accomplishments and professionalism of our distinguished colleagues.

Lectures: 4 pm - 6 pm | Light refreshments to follow

The Department of Theater and Dance Presents:

A Place for Us

Santa Barbara Dance Theater – 2024 Fall Season

November 15^th - 17^th, 2024

CCS Writing & Literature Faculty Wendy Jackson Eley is hosting a special screening of her powerful documentary short, Facing the Falls, which is officially under consideration with the Motion Picture Academy:

This exhibition showcases 15 research posters selected by a jury of UCSB librarians at the UCSB Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities’ 2024 Poster Colloquium. Outstanding undergraduate research from the humanities and fine arts, social sciences, and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics divisions is included. 

The displayed posters demonstrate the breadth and depth of undergraduate research at UCSB. Posters were selected for demonstrating excellence in clarity, visual representation, presentation, and intellectual significance.

The Center for Black Studies Research (CBSR) invites you to join for the inaugural screening of our documentary series on African American life in the United States.

The College of Creative Studies (CCS) invites you to join us for the eighth annual Research & Creative Activities Conference (RACA-CON) on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 1:00 PM, taking place in the Interactive Learning Pavilion (ILP) during UCSB Parents & Family Weekend.

AI tools have the potential to revolutionize teaching and learning by increasing efficiency and fostering more equitable and inclusive classrooms. However, they also pose challenges, particularly when it comes to maintaining academic integrity. In this workshop, we will explore both the exciting possibilities and the problematic aspects of AI in education, offering strategies to harness its benefits while addressing ethical concerns. 

Register here.

From the College of Creative Studies Community Council (CCSCC):

Join us at the MultiCultural Center as we kick off the 2023-2024 academic school year. Come meet our team, learn about our upcoming events and programs, meet many student organizations affiliated with the MCC, and have a discussion about community. Bring a friend or two, and enjoy a fun night in our center with small bites and entertainment! Free and open to the public. 

“If we had the ability to assess who is the most beloved figure in music – not in overall numbers, but sheer adoration, per capita and per peer – it likely wouldn’t be Taylor or Beyoncé but Mavis Staples, who has been taking us there since the late ’60s.” Variety

“The colossally talented pair continue their commando, no-limits journey to the top of the music world.” Associated Press on The War and Treaty

Hey everyone!

Join us TODAY, September 27th, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM in CCS Room 136 for an epic evening! We’ve got music, delicious snacks, and a ton of fun icebreakers lined up—plus all your favorite board games! 

This is a perfect chance to connect with your peers and discover exciting future workshops and leadership opportunities, especially for those interested in becoming officers or major representatives!