Share: PCC’s present generation of pianists saw their hard work pay off during the sold out “Sun and Shadows: Music of Lightness and Darkness” concert this past Saturday evening in the Westerbeck Recital Hall. Follow:
An annual day of remembrance: HIV and AIDS is still here
Share: For those of us who lived through the time when the media called it the “Gay Cancer,” who have lived through its terror, and who have been affected by the still present stigma associated with the disease, the existing ignorance on the prevention of the spread of HIV and AIDS, on the medical advances available, on the assistance that is available for those affected, and on the overwhelming numbers of worldwide infections, is still shocking. Follow:
PCC club cancels burning of the ISIS flag
Share: Updated: 6:52 p.m. In an email sent to faculty and staff on Monday, Executive Director of Communications and Marketing Alex Boekelhide revealed that the demonstration set for tomorrow will not be taking place. “As always, Pasadena City College takes no position on the substance of any demonstration of constitutionally protected free speech that takes place on our campus,” Boekelhide said. “ As a fundamental part of its educational mission, Pasadena City College supports the free expression of the ideas and opinions of its students, …
Water crisis spurs student contest
When adjunct professor and curator Mahara Sinclaire learned that Artist-in-Residence Sant Khalsa would be having a solo show about the Santa Ana River, Sinclaire thought it would be great if PCC students could also contribute in a project to address the water situation in California. Thus the “Water Issues: A Group Show of 3 Parts” was created.
Nursing program returns after year long hiatus
The nursing program is back after a one-year hiatus. Under the new direction of Carla Christensen, the program offers students a chance to hone their lab skills and intern at hospitals.
Bathroom equality for transgender community
Share: The debate about transgender rights is more heated than ever now that society is beginning to open its arms to diversity. While transgender people are protected by the law, they are not treated with the equality that they deserve as human beings. Early this month, a high school in Illinois was ordered by federal authorities to allow a transgender student access to the girls’ locker room. Prior to this ruling, the student, who was assigned male at birth, was required to change and shower …
Conscientious, fresh, healthy and affordable
Share: Looking for an affordable, intimate, casual, cruelty-free, and healthy place to eat? My Vegan, located on 633 South Arroyo Parkway in Pasadena, is the place to go. Follow:
San Bernardino coverage shows media bias
Share: On Wednesday, Dec. 2, two alleged terrorists walked into a San Bernardino County building and opened fire on their coworkers. Suspects Syed Rizwan Farook and Tashfeen Malik, a married couple, were later killed in a shootout with police. As soon as the alleged suspects were identified, media outlets began labeling the attack an act of terrorism, with the Los Angeles Times splashing the word “terrorism” across its Saturday front page in all caps. Follow:
PCC club challenges school establishment
Share: When the PCC chapter of the national organization Young American for Liberty came to the Inter-Club Council for chartering, which typically accepts clubs en masse and uncritically, ICC members had some questions for YAL’s president, Woodrow Johnston. “Who do you endorse?” “Is this legal?” “What organization are you from again?” Woodrow smiled wide and deftly took questions as three of the things he seemed to most enjoy came together in his very first ICC meeting: political opposition, a captive audience, and the chance to …
The magic of philanthropy around Christmas
Share: “We just got five thousand dollars!” Elaine Cartas exclaimed. The entire room went into an uproar with cheers and all simultaneously shouted “Thank you Scott!” for the donor to hear over the phone. Scott Bell, whose family owns Bryan’s Cleaners nearby, had just donated five thousand dollars to the Pasadena City College Foundation. Tuesday, Dec. 1 wasn’t just an ordinary day; it was also “Giving Tuesday.” It is a nation-wide effort to raise money for charitable needs. This year, the PCC Foundation decided to …