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Dear UCSB Affiliates, 

 

Summer might be coming to an end but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! We’ve got a packed September filled with community centered events and opportunities.

 

For our Gaucho sports fans, we’re kicking off the season with Affiliates night at the September 17th UCSB Men’s Soccer game against SDSU. The first 30 people to reply to this email will receive free tickets and exclusive access to the hospitality area. Claim your tickets today!

 

Interested in fueling your intellectual curiosity? Here are a few of our fall programming highlights:

 

In the community: Explore Santa Barbara’s metaphysical history with Prof. Joseph Blankholm, or ancient wine culture with Prof. John W.I. Lee

 

On Campus: Catch the UCSB Library’s AI in Action series, or check out Cosmic Synastry, an multi-artist exhibition and event series at the CCS Gallery

 

See full details below!

 

Until next time, 

The UC Santa Barbara Affiliates Board

 

Upcoming Events 

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**Free Tickets**

UCSB Men's Soccer vs San Diego State

Thursday, September 17

7:00 PM, UCSB's Harder Stadium

It’s Affiliates Night at Harder Stadium and we’re giving away 30 FREE tickets (plus VIP hospitality!) to cheer on UCSB Men’s Soccer. Secure your tickets and come out to support the Gauchos!

Email affiliates@ia.ucsb.edu 

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Wine in Ancient Greece and Persia with Professor John Lee

Saturday, September 19

Doors at 5:30 PM, Bellosguardo Estate

Explore ancient wine-drinking cultures with UCSB History Professor John W.I. Lee, hear remarks by winemaker Doug Margerum, and enjoy wine and light hors d'oeuvres.

Reserve your tickets

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AI in Action: Conversations with UCSB Researchers

Tuesday, September 29

4:00 PM, UCSB Library

Join for presentations by Dr. Miguel Eckstein & Dr. Arpit Gupta on innovative applications of AI in research followed by a moderated discussion.

Learn more about the AI series

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Profs at the Pub: Spirituality in Santa Barbara, Past & Present

Wednesday, September 30

7:00 PM, Draugthsmen Aleworks 

Professor Blankholm will explore Santa Barbara’s unique history of metaphysical spirituality and the movements that continue to influence the region today.

Learn more

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Cosmic Synastry: Collective & Personal Readings Art Exhibition

October 1 - 31, 2026

UCSB College of Creative Studies Gallery

Explore Cosmic Synastry, an art exhibition bridging astrology and creative expression. Discover works by eight artists, rare archives, and public programming all month long!

Schedule of events

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