Share: The Los Angeles County Sheriffs department is investigating the death of 36-year-old Reginald Thomas Jr., who died after being tased and subjected to physical force by the Pasadena police department. Follow:
Student soars high in NASA contest
Share: She.Codes computer science club president Kristiana Rendón was recently featured in an article by NASA for successfully leading PCC’s “Swarmathon” team in difficult programming competitions at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida earlier this year. Follow:
Trump’s imaginary ‘government-run education’
Share: One can play with words, like a poet who is more focused on the sound and rhythm of the expression rather than its meaning and truthfulness. But in the political arena, we expect presidential candidates to play less with literary tools like artistic license and rhetoric, and to build their policies and campaigns on checked facts. Follow:
The case for abolishing police vs reform
Share: The pews of the neighborhood church were packed full of anxious, concerned faces waiting to hear from known leaders in their community about what has become the very serious issue of policing. Sharon Kyle, publisher of the LA Progressive, began her job as moderator with a PowerPoint presentation on the history of policing in the U.S. Follow:
Queer Alliance club offers safe haven for LGBTQ+ community
Share: In a world filled with discrimination, prejudice and hatred seemingly everywhere we look, one particular club at PCC offers an exception by providing a comfortable, accepting space where people you can relate to are there to support you. Follow:
Part-time faculty and students face full-time challenges
Share: Part-time faculty members are just that — they’re at PCC part time, and because of that, students and teachers struggle every day to make up for the missing hours. Teaching part-time suits some professors, but it can be a stressful way to make a living for those seeking a career in education. Finding full-time work is difficult and obtaining tenure is akin to winning the lottery. Part-time teachers do a good job, and colleges save money by hiring them. Unfortunately, both the educators and …
True Food: Healthy and delicious cuisine sprouts up in Pasadena
Share: The True Food Kitchen, a new restaurant in Old Town Pasadena, provides a variety of dishes ranging from vegetarian bowls to burgers. The friendly atmosphere and delicious food make you understand, it’s not neccessary to be a vegetarian to eat healthy and enjoy your meal. Follow:
Trivia trumps Team Courier
Share: For months as the Lifestyle Editor of the Courier, I have wanted to cover Trivia Night at a local bar in Pasadena. The following is what occurred when I assembled a team, and took on the challenge. Follow:
Hillary hoses down heated Trump
Share: The first presidential debate showcased two candidates, but only one person fit to run this country. Her name is Hillary. From the moment she graced the stage, it was clear who was more prepared, organized, qualified, and experienced. Hillary navigated the nearly two hour debate with ease, while Trump stumbled his way from one question to the next. Follow: