Share: The debate over Kamala Harris racial identity has been ongoing, but it’s become a bigger issue since she’s been in office. Why is it when a Black Person in a high position, their qualifications and identity are often questioned? Instead of focusing on their achievements, discussions shift toward their racial background. Rather than being recognized for their success, they’re penalized for being black, both personally and professionally. In a recent interview with The Guardian, Janet Jackson mentioned that she heard claims about Kamala Harris’ …
‘Monsters’ in media: Their trauma is not your drama
Share: Lights are on again in the Menendez home, and everything seems quiet, apart from the sounds of water hitting tiles, and the tense steps of Kitty Menendez walking throughout the house. Kitty opens the door to the bathroom and behind the curtain, it is revealed that there are two people in the shower, brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez, under the water sharing a kiss. Kitty stands horrified watching the scene, and the Menendez family’s life takes a turn. “The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” …
Undefeated Vikings send Lancers to Valhalla
Share: Pasadena City College fell to the No.3 California ranked Long Beach City College Vikings after a flash in the pan performance last Wednesday evening Sep. 25. During the first set, there was an extended break given to both teams as a set of lights had gone out for nearly 15 minutes. This did not slow Pasadena as they continued to score two straight points returning from break, and went to win the first set 25-12, with the teams energy being visibly vibrant. As the …
Posters of Nanostar research break down the hard science behind research breakthroughs
Share: In September, the Courier reported a story about the Nanostars, a team of young scientists researching DNA and designing new applications for that research under the guidance of PCC instructor Dr. Jillian Blatti. Now, the Poster Session at PCC gives us a chance to spotlight their research in greater detail. The Natural Sciences Division Undergraduate Research Poster Session is a biennial conference held at Pasadena City College that provides an opportunity for students to present the research they have done with their professors, peers …
Newly formed Students for Justice in Palestine aims to educate and empower
Share: When Omar Khatib returned to college at age 28, joining a club wasn’t on his agenda. “I just wanted to get in, do my thing and go,” he said. That all changed when Khatib, who is Jordanian-Palestinian, learned about Pasadena City College’s newly formed chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP). “There was no way I could say no to this,” he said at a club meeting in September. The club’s leadership—made up of President Anja Kelley, Vice President Diego Santoyo, Secretary Saira …
GALLERY: Seeing red at PCC
Share: Courier photojournalists aim to capture the vibrant energy of Pasadena City College through the color red, one of the school’s official colors symbolizing passion and creativity. They will explore the campus, documenting where red stands out in architecture, nature, student attire, and art installations. This photographic journey will highlight the significance of red in the PCC community, celebrating its beauty and the vitality it brings to campus life. Follow:
Colin Farrell’s ‘Penguin’ makes Cobblepot a charismatic criminal to root for
Share: Though it exists in the same universe as Matt Reeves’ “The Batman,” HBO’s new show “The Penguin” starring Colin Farrell is very decidedly not a superhero show. Instead of Batman fighting bad guys, “The Penguin” focuses on the gritty underworld of Gotham city. In fact, it feels a bit more like an homage to “The Sopranos” than a comic book show. Colin Farrell’s performance (as well as the prosthetics) make him nearly unrecognizable. Instead of a handsome, charming Irishman, Farrell transforms into the power-hungry, …
Outfit rememberers should leave outfit repeaters alone!
Share: The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) took place Wednesday, Sept. 11, and many are criticizing celebrities in attendance for recreating past iconic looks of legends Madonna and Britney Spears, but there’s nothing wrong with publicly paying homage to great influences. Sabrina Carpenter wore an archival Bob Mackie dress provided by fashion dealer Tab Vintage, the same one that Madonna wore to the 1991 Oscars. Madonna attended that year’s event with Michael Jackson and performed her song “Sooner or Later” from the movie “Dick Tracy.” …
‘The Bear’ minimum: A few laughs don’t make a comedy
Share: “The Bear,” a critically acclaimed show, broke their previously held record of most Comedy awards won at the Emmys this past weekend. But the show is not truly a comedy. The real comedy was how easily the show scammed actual comedic shows out of several awards, simply by being put in the comedy category instead of the drama one. “The Bear” deals with incredibly difficult and heavy themes. The show has made people laugh at times, at the good times, and sometimes at harder …
Incoming director plots new partnerships for Pride Center
Share: Located on the fourth floor of the R Building, the Pride Center is a small, essential space for members of the LGBTQ+ community on campus. But the Pride Center was facing a time of transition after staff turnover. Resource advocates, like Lucy Rokitski and Bryce Simon, had moved on, leaving a vacuum… but also opportunity. Ana Bernal filled that vacuum. A former student of PCC, Bernal has been the new director of the Pride Center for one week. Ana Bernal is staying busy in …