‘American Like Me’: Bambadjan Bamba’s life with DACA

Share: The 2024 election has reignited many individuals’ fears in regards to both parties’ stances on Immigration, an issue that has remained a prevalent talking point in the Trump campaign through the years.Prior to Trump’s original presidential nomination the Obama administration signed the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival program (DACA). This granted temporary asylum for individuals who arrived into the country as minors to ensure that they had time to seek out permanent residency or citizenship.  In 2017, The Trump administration ended the DACA program, …

What’s been a fun Halloween show? It was ‘Agatha All Along’

Share: “Agatha All Along”, a spin off from “WandaVision”,  was a welcome addition with how fun and hilarious Agatha Harkness was. The show’s overall plot revolves around Harkness played by Kathryn Hahn being released from Scarlet Witch’s spell 3 years after Wanda’s supposed death in ‘Multiverse of Madness’ and an incantation by a mysterious character named Teen, played by Joe Locke. Once released, her past finally catches up to her when Rio Vidal, played by Aubrey Plaza, and a group of witches dubbed “Salem 7” …

‘The Last Dance’ proves Sony’s symbiotic relationship to Spider-Man is killing the brand

Share: “Venom: The Last Dance” the sequel to “Venom”, and “Venom: Let There Be Carnage” while being another horrible attempt by Sony also put the franchise out of its misery.The sequel stars Tom Hardy returning as Venom/Eddie Brock, who claims that this is the last movie, but it is still yet to be seen.  When the film first started it was a nice change of pace to focus on the consequences of the relationship between Eddie and Venom. Eddie running from the government who are …

Water polo wallows in woe as winless season for Lancers continues

Share: The Chaffey College Panthers wiped out the Pasadena City College Lancers 14-9 this past Wednesday.  After falling to the 2-7 Panthers in their final matchup of the regular season, the Lancers have now officially ended their regular season 0-11.  Chaffey’s offense set the pool ablaze and outscored Pasadena 6-1 in the first quarter of play.  “We shot 20-some odd percent,” head coach Terry Stoddard said. “We had two point blank shots in the first period. We should shoot better than that.” A blocked penalty …

Lancers’ close win keeps streak alive

Share: Lancers kept their win streak alive after an intense 1-0 victory over Long Beach this past Friday. This faceoff against Long Beach was particularly competitive as Long Beach is currently first place in their conference while the Lancers are in second place in theirs. This led to PCC fans getting increasingly fired up as both teams went completely scoreless at the end of the first half. While the game started off a little slow, the Lancers really started to bring it as time progressed. …

GALLERY: PCC women’s water polo—moments from the season

Share: This gallery captures the Pasadena City College women’s water polo team in action, showcasing the rhythm and routine of their matches. Each game brought its own set of challenges as players navigated the intensity of competition. The images highlight the camaraderie and spirit within the team as they engaged with their opponents in the pool. This season has provided valuable experience, helping the athletes build teamwork and resilience. Follow:

GALLERY: Embodying barriers—dance showcase at PCC

Share: On October 15, 2024, the Jameson Amphitheater at Pasadena City College’s Colorado Campus was alive with movement and emotion as students performed in the Dance Composition and Choreography Recital. Directed by Catrelia Magee, the recital, titled “Barriers,” showcased a series of captivating dance pieces that explored themes of resilience and individuality. The performers, ranging in style and expression, utilized the unique outdoor space to create an intimate connection with the audience. Each dancer’s form and energy conveyed powerful narratives, leaving a lasting impact on …

GALLERY: Capturing California’s playful hints of Fall

Share: This gallery reflects how PCC Courier photographers capture the subtle hints of autumn in Southern California, where the season isn’t all golden leaves but more of a gentle transition. Here, fall is a mix of warm tones and lingering greens, with occasional bursts of yellow and orange that hint at the season. From pumpkins displayed in stores to scattered leaves, it’s a playful interpretation of autumn rather than the classic scenes found elsewhere. Through these images, PCC Courier photographers present California’s unique version of …