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Open University Helps Future Doctor

By Staff Writer - December 19, 2019
Danny Meller didn’t initially think he would go to medical school; however, through UCSB Professional and Continuing Education’s Open University he was able to reach his goal. With an undergraduate degree in design from UC Davis, Danny wanted to work abroad and relocated to China where he worked in manufacturing...

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Safin Last Entry

By Staff Writer - July 22, 2019
I had one of the best times of my life in Santa Barbara and other places in California. Some the best moments I had weren’t planned, but they happened anyway. I am sure people read a lot before and try to find out about what they can do in Santa Barbara/California.

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How German Is SB?

By Staff Writer - May 16, 2019
When you fly 15 hours as a student from Germany to Santa Barbara, California, you expect a place decorated with palm trees and beaches, a student life according to the stereotypical "Californian lifestyle" and excellent education at UCSB.  What you don't expect are the many small German components and influences you encounter in everyday life.

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