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UCPD Chief Matt Bly at his swearing-in ceremony, July 9, 2026.

New UCPD chief appointed, sworn in at UC Santa Barbara

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Speaking of Semiconductors

We Are the World

‘Awareness and Access’

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Captured in Time

A Local Favorite
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Honoring Alumni
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Determined to Learn
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Delight in the Arts
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McNair Scholars Get Big Investment
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On a Rankings Roll

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