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Posted on June 13, 2017June 13, 2017 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

Lancers’ Lives: Living the dream at PCC

Share: James Click is an English professor at PCC, who has been teaching here for eight years. Click focuses on rhetoric and philosophy in each of his classes. Ever since he studied at PCC it has been his dream to come back and teach here. Click is a passionate professor who is in love with his job and plans to stay here for the foreseeable future.    Follow:

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Posted on June 13, 2017June 4, 2020 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

Polyamory is between you and your partner

Share: Whatever relationship one choses to be in shouldn’t concern anybody else except the participating parties. Same goes for polyamory. Follow:

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Posted on May 25, 2017June 4, 2020 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

Shame on vote shamers

Share: Ever since the 2016 presidential election campaign it seems like people have started ignoring the notion of personal privacy. Offensive letters that were recently sent to L.A. voters is just one more step toward the nation’s complete disregard of confidentiality. Follow:

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Posted on May 20, 2017November 2, 2020 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

‘Alien: Covenant’: A bloody night out with Xenomorphs

Share: After a long wait, the fans of the “Alien” franchise can finally sigh with relief, since the new sequel “Alien: Covenant” came out this Thursday. Whether or not you are into the Sci-Fi Horror genre, this film is definitely something that is worth watching, at least once. Follow:

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Posted on May 16, 2017June 4, 2020 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

The movie that ‘Snatched’ my sanity

Share: Watching a movie about the relationship between a mother and a daughter on Mother’s Day weekend seems like a perfect option for a night out, however, “Snatched” might not be the right choice since it turned out to be nothing but a huge disappointment. Follow:

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Posted on May 8, 2017October 17, 2017 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

Toothache troubles treated affordably at PCC

Share: Having dental problems is never fun and prices for any type of dental service are even worse. The PCC Dental Hygiene Clinic provides students as well as others an opportunity to get an affordable treatment. Follow:

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Posted on May 4, 2017November 2, 2020 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

Lula Mae: A store with its own heartbeat

Share: A variety of stores are located in Old Town Pasadena, but only a few of them can make their customers feel like they’re home. Lula Mae, a small gift shop, is more than just a business, it’s a place that makes every shopper feel like a special member of the big family. Follow:

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Posted on May 2, 2017June 4, 2020 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

Armenian genocide commemorated in educating experience

Share: History is an incredibly important part of humanity that is constantly ignored because of many people’s tendency to focus solely on current events. This, in turn, can lead to a dangerous future where nobody knows what happened in the past or who they were and how the past impacts them. Follow:

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Posted on April 10, 2017November 2, 2020 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

Alexandria II: Enigma of the mystical

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Posted on March 25, 2017April 5, 2017 by: Anastasia Afanasieva

Students conquer conflicts with Psych Services

Share: When the world seems to be filled with nothing but disappointment and life doesn’t seem exactly exciting anymore, it’s important to remember that there is always somebody willing to help. Psychological Services at PCC wants students to know that seeking support is not something to be ashamed of, but is an admirable step. Follow:

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Introducing Yesterdena, a new podcast from the Cou Introducing Yesterdena, a new podcast from the Courier 🗞️ 

We’re diving into 100+ years of Courier archives to tell the stories, people, and ideas that helped shape Pasadena into what it is today.

Episode 1 is live now!

We’re heading back to the early days of Pasadena City College - when it was a bold experiment at the forefront of the junior college movement.

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Last month PCC celebrated Armenian Heritage Month Last month PCC celebrated Armenian Heritage Month and hosted an Armenian Marketplace with vendors, dancing, and food! 🇦🇲

Reported and edited by: Justice Aragon 🎤✍️
You’ve probably interacted with these hungry cri You’ve probably interacted with these hungry critters before. Courier staff writers asked students they’re thoughts and experiences with the squirrels on campus! 🐿️

Reported by: Madalyn Lauterbach, Chris Galicia, & Melissa Flim 🎤
Edited by: Madalyn Lauterbach & Mikaela Perez ✍️
Check out this weeks top photos from our photojour Check out this weeks top photos from our photojournalism class! A mixture of gallery photos and graphics made from our student photojournalists. 📸

For more work from our photojournalism class click the link in our bio!🔗
PCC hosted a Mariachi Banda and Mexican Ballet fol PCC hosted a Mariachi Banda and Mexican Ballet folklorico to educate others on Mexican Culture. Students and faculty spent an hour immersed in dance and music out in the quad! 🇲🇽💃🏽

Reported & edited by: Alicia Quintanar and Isabella Rosas
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