Share: The Lancers conquered Compton College 3-0 last Wednesday evening, showing off their skills for the youth of the local YMCA. The Hutto-Patterson gym echoed with chants as PCC’s spirits were high preparing for the game. During warm-ups, the team was dressed in their pink warm-up shirts and pink bows to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Pasadena was cheered on throughout the game by kids from South Pasadena San Marino YMCA. The organization attended the game in anticipation of their Youth Sports Leagues volleyball program …
Filipino American heritage month kicks off with a party
Share: Two long bamboo poles rest on the floor of the Circadian room while the smell of BBQ and the sound of a Sarah Geronimo power ballad blasts on the overhead speakers. The poles are for a traditional folk dance from the Philippines called “tinikling,” where two people clap the bamboo poles together while dancers step over and in between them, weaving it all into a seamless partner dance. Miguel Bernardo, the new president of The Reunited Organization of Pilipinx Americans (TROPA) together with inter-council …
GALLERY: Crossing over at Caltech
Share: Crossing Over is a public exhibition that explores the intersection of science and art, featuring 250 objects from the Caltech Archives. It showcases how scientists and engineers use art to discover and communicate, and how artists draw inspiration from science. The exhibition is spread across six locations, including three galleries, and moves from the vast universe to the microscopic world, concluding with an installation by artist Helen Pashgian. Follow:
Counting blessings, counting wins: Lancers streak continues into conference play
Share: The Lancers soccer squad has reached five wins in a row on Friday after a fast-paced victory over the Bakersfield College Renegades. But it was the timing of the win streak more than anything else that elevated this victory into a critical one. Yes, the Lancers had won the last four matches. But with the beginning of conference play scheduled for Tuesday, Friday’s match could change the tone of the whole season. Win, and the Lancers would be carrying the velocity of five wins …
GALLERY: Pasadena pet moments
Share: In Pasadena, pets are cherished members of the family, and the photographers of PCC Courier often capture them through beautiful portraits. Dogs, cats, birds, and even rabbits are frequently the stars of these photoshoots. The photographers highlight the unique personalities of each pet, creating heartwarming images that celebrate the animals themselves. Whether playful or serene, each portrait tells a special story of companionship and love. Follow:
From the Archives: College concert celebrates the end of WWII
Share: [Editor’s Desk, 2024: At this point in May 1945, Pasadena Junior College had planned an eventful week for the students. Our top story from this edition covered five women from PJC, one of whom would be crowned “queen of the wartime carnival” at the Hawaiian Paradise Ball. But there were other events happening all the way across the world. World War II had begun to come to a close. Germany had surrendered only a few days prior, on May 7. The war engrossed the …
PCC celebrates centennial with cakes, concerts and candy
Share: A red, rectangular piñata that reads “PCC 100” hung outside the bridge between Lancer Pass and the Quad inside Pasadena City College. Children lined up in a single file to pull down the piñata with thinned strings instead of a bat, with each child pulling a string one at a time for the trap door to open. As the bottom fell out, the children ran towards the floor to pick up as much candy as possible. “This is Latin Heritage Month as well. So …
Dumb phone, dumb life: I felt stupid without my smartphone
Share: From having #FOMO to doom scrolling to now brainrotting, the social media lexicon continues to grow, and the buzzwords that float around social media begin to signal that something is wrong. As dramatic as it sounds, it’s a well known fact that social media is destructive to our health. It’s attacking our self esteem and body image, our attention span and critical thinking. These attacks place future generations in a vulnerable position. Just this past week Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law that …
GALLERY: Pasadena ArtWalk through the lens
Share: The 6th Annual Pasadena ARTWalk, held on September 21st and 22nd, 2024, showcased over 180 artisans in Playhouse Village. Attendees explored a vibrant mix of handmade artistry, including visual art, photography, fashion, and jewelry. Captured by PCC Courier photographers, this gallery highlights the excitement of the event, celebrating creativity and community spirit. Relive the unforgettable moments through our curated photos! Follow:
‘Megalopolis’ is a crime against humanity, but watch it anyway
Share: Drugs are bad kids, but if you’re Francis Ford Coppola, you take them to come up with something as batshit insane as “Megalopolis.” I can barely even bring myself to call “Megalopolis” a film. It is truly its own beast. I wouldn’t argue with anyone who thinks that this is the biggest piece of shit to ever come out in the history of cinema. If someone went into the cinema expecting “Megalopolis” to be the next “Godfather,” then they would be sorely disappointed. And …