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Posted on November 12, 2008 by: Alumni Staff

Books to Consider Before You Reach Graduation or the Grave

When the Courier asked PCC professors to give their suggestion for the one book students should read before they transfer or graduate, it gave them a chance to go off the beaten path and forget the syllabus, get a little creative, or promote their own failed manuscript about a loveable pet chimp called Pepito.

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Posted on November 12, 2008 by: Alumni Staff

Trustee Brings Variety of Experiences to Service on Board

Back from his first Board of Governors meeting, wearing a business suit with his “Republicans For Obama” sticker gleaming, Geoffrey Baum looks every bit the trustee that he’s been since 2001.

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Posted on November 5, 2008 by: Alumni Staff

Volleyball Surges Toward Playoffs

Riding high off of an upset win over No. 11 ranked Mt. San Antonio College on Tuesday, the PCC women’s volleyball team swept Los Angeles City College 25-13, 25-16, 25-12 Wednesday night.

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Posted on November 5, 2008 by: Alumni Staff

Women’s Basketball Looking for Another Strong Season

The 2007-2008 season of the women’s basketball team began with the emotional loss of one of their players, sophomore Reia Shapiro, who passed away after a hit-and-run accident last October.

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Posted on November 5, 2008 by: Alumni Staff

Men’s Soccer Remains in First Place After Tie

The PCC men’s soccer team’s hopes for a win were lost when East Los Angeles College’s Robbie Dix scored the tying goal in the 89th minute to make the final score 1-1 at a intense match at Robinson Stadium on Tuesday.

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Posted on November 5, 2008 by: Alumni Staff

Conference Title Within Reach for Football

The Lancers overcame a slow first half at Moorpark College and dominated the second half to prevail 24-7 in a National Northern Conference game.

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Posted on November 5, 2008January 17, 2016 by: Alumni Staff

PHOTOS: Dia De Los Muertos

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Posted on November 5, 2008 by: Alumni Staff

Men’s Basketball wants to Forget About Last Seasons Struggles

The PCC Men’s Basketball team is getting ready to bounce back after a disappointing 4-23 overall record last season.

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Posted on November 5, 2008 by: Alumni Staff

Campus Needs Funds to Improve Classroom Conditions

With the recent passage of Measure J, which ensures $3.5 billion for the Los Angeles Community College District, PCC and its aging facilities should be subject to more scrutiny.

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Posted on November 5, 2008January 17, 2016 by: Alumni Staff

PHOTOS: Restaurant Offers Innovative Food Along with Wine and Jazz

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During the week of September 28th, there were repo During the week of September 28th, there were reports made by someone reporting that they were being stalked on campus. Other incidents reported during the week stated that an individual was arrested, cited, and released by campus police for public intoxication.

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✍️ Written By: Rorey Sotela
📸 Photo By: Courier Archives

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On what was a cloudy and drizzly afternoon, Mt. Wi On what was a cloudy and drizzly afternoon, Mt. Wilson’s Observatory hosted their last “Matinees on the Mountain” screening of the season. The Observatory has held these screenings of older films since October of last year, aiming to get more people interested in going up to the mountain and learn more of its history. The event is set to return in May of 2027.

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✍️ Written By: Biankah Anderson
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PCC football made their way to Golden West College PCC football made their way to Golden West College in what was sure to be a competitive matchup as both teams carried a winning streak heading into the game. The Lancers strong first quarter wrote the script for the remainder of the game as they never gave Golden West the opportunity to catch their breath. Staff writer Henry Horn breaks down all the pivotal moments that occurred in the game while highlighting what led the Lancers to victory. 

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✍️ Written By: Henry Horn
📸 Photo By: Henry Horn

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James Gunn’s ‘Lanterns’ hit the mark on many areas James Gunn’s ‘Lanterns’ hit the mark on many areas that fans of the Green Lantern IP have come to expect, yet the show’s production ultimately held back the full potential that could’ve been explored. Staff writer Guy Roots-Stevens breaks down the show’s up’s and down’s, elaborating on what made it an excellent adaptation while still having plenty of room for improvement. 

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✍️ Written By: Guy Roots-Stevens
🖼️ Illustration By: Maryam Tall

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Taylor Swift is no stranger when it comes to produ Taylor Swift is no stranger when it comes to producing hits, her latest example being her project titled The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore as it shot to the top of the charts. Despite the numbers, the pop singers’ fans seemingly ranked it last in her discography as the album just didn’t meet their expectations. Staff writer Jessie Shone explains how the deluxe completely missed the target as the project focuses primarily on Swift’s relationship rather than how years spent touring has changed her.

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✍️ Written By: Jessie Shone
🖼️ Illustration By: Sammi Fuller

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Lebron James is under heavy scrutiny for a plethor Lebron James is under heavy scrutiny for a plethora of reasons with his latest partnership where he endorsed Polymarket. The superstar has proven to not need the extra cash yet he is set to make roughly $15 million a year with this new deal, nearly quadrupling his yearly salary with the Philadelphia 76ers. The endorsement only adds to the ongoing sports gambling problem that has impacted every sports market in recent years, leaving viewers with nowhere to turn to get away from it.

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✍️ Written By: Guy Roots-Stevens
🖼️ Illustration By: Luke Solis

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