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May 23, 2014 Isla Vista Memorial archive
SBHC Mss 106
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Description
The May 23, 2014 Isla Vista Memorial Archive consists mainly of condolence items related to the Isla Vista killings of 2014.
Most materials in the collection were left at spontaneous memorial sites or sent to the University in the wake of the events
in which six UCSB students were killed and 14 other persons were injured. Other items represent how the University and the
community responded to the incident. There are also materials related to the first year anniversary memorial events. The series
organization is by provenance including memorial sites and offices that donated items. The bulk of the collection was received
in the first few months following the incident.
Background
Isla Vista is an unincorporated community that lies on the western edge of the UCSB campus. As a "census-designated place,"
the population counted in the 2010 census totaled 23,096. According to that same census, 19,574 (84.8%) of Isla Vista residents
are in the 18-24 age group. Census figures showed that renters occupy 97.4% of the housing units in the community. In addition
to being a popular rental location for UCSB students, a large number of students from Santa Barbara City College also reside
in Isla Vista.
Extent
50 Linear Feet
(28 document boxes, cartons and shoeboxes, 15 flat and flat oversize boxes, 4 map-case drawers, 1 roll tube box, plus artifacts
and 1 DVD)
Restrictions
All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the Head of Special Research
Collections. Permission for publication is given on behalf of the Department of Special Research Collections as the owner
of the physical items and is not intended to include or imply permission of the copyright holder where the UC Regents do not
hold copyright. For copyright status contact the Department of Special Research Collections.
Availability
The collection is open for research.