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February 19, 2026 Top News Moving beyond money to measure the true value of Earth science information Researchers have mapped out methods for assessing its societal benefits, an effort that could lead to more effective uses of remote sensing technology while increasing benefits to people at large.   Read more about the benefits of Earth science information Citizen science app tracks coastal erosion in the Bahamas In her quest to understand the effects of sea level rise in her home country, geography doctoral student Divina Cox monitors beach conditions and changes using the app CoastSNAP.   Read more about citizen science in the Bahamas UCSB theater students take on Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm,’ a fable that still bites “The relevance of ‘Animal Farm’ today is uncomfortably obvious,” said Sara Rademacher, an alum and accomplished theater director.   Read more about the play More News Featured Events Yo-Yo Ma in Recital Sunday, February 22 The legendary cellist performs three new works commissioned by Arts & Lectures. Humanities Decanted Tuesday, February 24 Mario T. García of Chicana and Chicano studies and Melinda Gardana of Santa Barbara City College discuss García’s new book, “Rupert García: The Making of an American Artist, a Testimonio.” UCSB Police Accountability Board Public Meeting Wednesday, February 25 Campus community members and others, including people from the surrounding communities, are invited to learn more about the board’s work, file complaints and raise concerns. More Events Explore Arts Science & Technology Society & Culture Campus & Community Events