It has been five years since the last activity in the Hall of Fame and Court of Champions, which is why 10 new members are to be introduced on April 16. Starting at 1 p.m., the induction ceremony will consist of acceptance speeches by the inductees as well as the viewing of their plaques inside the first floor of the Hutto-Patterson Gymnasium, said Robert Lewis, the sports information director.
Italian culture offered on Study Abroad trip
Study Abroad is taking a group of students to Florence, Italy in fall when students can indulge in Italian food, culture, and art studies.Rita D. Amicio and Karen Carlisi, instructors leading the trip, have prepared am itinerary that includes 11 transferrable course units, exciting excursions, and classes that equip students in Italian culture.
LGBT group presents alternative take on poetry
The LGBT slam poetry group, Sister Spit, hosted by Queer Alliance, performed in the Circadian Lounge on March 22, cracking up students and sharing stories and art about LGBT sexuality. The line-up consisted of Miriam Guerra, Michelle Tea, Marin Naomi, Allie Liebergot, Blake Nelson, Amos Mac, and Kirk Reed.
REVIEW: ‘Mudbound’ engages readers
Taking place in the 1940s on a Mississippi Delta farm, “Mudbound” by Hillary Jordan is an intriguing read that grabs ahold of the reader, refusing to let go until that final page is read.The book and author been awarded many honors, most notable the 2006 Bellwether prize – an award that goes to an unpublished manuscript that addresses issues involving social justice.
Tuition fee increase becomes a reality
Despite the disagreements on campus regarding PCC’s budget, the administration, students and faculty agreed on Monday that the latest development in the budget cut saga is one that will hurt students, not help them.
‘Hands Across California’ fundraiser seeks participants
The student spokesperson for Hands Across California, an organization raising money to provide financial aid to community college students, said the group still needs support to raise money for PCC at the Academic Senate Board Meeting on Monday.
Winter session safe from elimination
The 2011 winter session is officially back on PCC’s calendar, President Mark Rocha told the College Council on March 23.
Baseball’s lack of offense, bad pitches loses 3-game series
Long Beach City College swept the Lancers baseball team in a three-game series that ended on Monday with a 2-1 Lancer loss at Brookside Park.After a 7-2 loss to the Vikings on March 22, the Lancers gained a little ground on Saturday with a 2-1 loss at LBCC.
Music instructor wins service award
The PCC PTSA presented a surprise Honorary Service Award to music instructor Kyle Luck this year for outstanding service to children at its annual luncheon on March 23. Individuals who have given to the community and gone beyond their job description are recipients of the award, according to Angie O’Brien, membership chairwomen.
Speech team’s top talents prepare for U.S. championships
On the heels of a successful state championship, PCC’s Speech and Debate team prepared for its upcoming national competition by showcasing award-winning performances in “A Night of Interpretation” on Thursday.