Share: On Nov. 6th, 2025, the U.S Department of Education issued a press release over the proposal draft to implement OBBBA’s student loan fund changes; and in doing so, the language of what is or isn’t a professional degree was also changed, classifying said degrees as “nonprofessional”. These degrees include: nursing, physician assistant, physical therapy, audiology, architecture, accounting, education, and social work. According to the press release, the student’s annual loans for new borrowers will now cap at $20,500 for graduate students, with the total …
The Courier rates the top 10 fashion moments of 2025
Share: 2025 was the year for the chronically online to shine with meme-ified pieces, and for the daydreamers to cosplay their dream life with whatever core aesthetic was brought to the TikTok app that month. Both the minimalist and the out-of-the-box dressers. It is safe to say 2025 was a year of fashion. Read on to find out more about fashion moments that have shaped this year’s fashion. Oversized fur jackets, cropped Bringing back the controversial mob wife faux fur jackets, both cropped and oversized, …
Thanksgiving feast introduces international students to new traditions
Share: PCC students gather for the international PCC Thanksgiving event. Despite it being a cold, dark, rainy night, Creveling Lounge was filled with warmth and cheer. Huddled in tables decorated with festive props and bright cloth, it was time to relax and rewind before the busy end of the semester. Although it is an American holiday, the International Student Center (ISC) wanted to share its cultural values and traditions with students. It is an opportunity for international students to get accustomed to American culture and …
Flight or Fright: How the government shutdown instilled fear in both airline workers and passengers
Share: A false-hearted promise was made by the president once again. Despite showing up and feeling like their jobs are on the line during these unprecedented times, the air traffic controllers and TSA workers deserve recognition and compensation for what they have dealt with, not to be props in Trump’s plans. With 2,000 flights cancelled and over 6,400 flights delayed, with most being from major international airports such as Laguardia Airport in New York City. Airlines are pushing through rough times as Trump demands that …
Victoria’s Secret Angels earn their wings the second time around
Share: The 2025 Victoria’s Secret fashion show is the second show in their new rebrand era, and the one thing that helped them be back on the map were fan-made edits of highlights from the show that flooded feeds. The company missed the mark yet again, not understanding that the glitz and glamour were not the issue. It was the portrayal of who got to be glamorous and glitzy. Trans women, women of color, plus-sized women, and disabled women wanted to be a part of …
Trump plays the hero to save TikTok
Share: The ongoing battle continues to keep TikTok available in America as President Trump negotiates another extension. This past January, it was a race against the clock as users feared the end and it approached — with less than 24 hours to spare before Trump stepped in to save it again and played the hero. Due to Trump’s international ties and policy cuts, there has yet to be a final or a closing decision made, so tension builds between China and The United States The …
I’ll do it later: Workshop helps students with procrastination problems
Share: We’ve all been there, right? Spent restless hours hunched over a computer, eyes burning from the sole glare of the screen on assignments you definitely had a reasonable time to complete. It’s a familiar story known all too well by far too many. English Professor and Writing Center Support Faculty Member Giselle Miralles is trying to change that habit through her “I’ll Do it Later: Strategies for Combating Procrastination” workshop, which she hosted in the Writing Success Center last Wednesday, September 24. As someone …
U-Pass fee decision pushed to spring as students wait and worry
Share: Following the end of the first week of the fall semester, a large line of students, both new and old, eagerly wrapped around the CC building. As each student approached the window, ready to fill out surveys, some chatted about their commute with their new U-Pass. “I live just about 13 minutes away and am often very reliant on my U-Pass to get to school and home,” said one of the students, Jakob Keener. The U-Pass program offers transportation services to select California colleges, …
Enter your pilates princess era at Pasadena’s WundaBar studio
Share: Need a Pilates studio to start empowering you before a busy day or a nice workout after a long day of class? Enter your productive wellness era at WundaBar Pilates studio at the shops on Lake Avenue. Established in 2011 by a California native and celebrity fitness trainer, Amy Jordan, members can use state-of-the-art, patented workout machinery. Girl Boss! Pilates was created decades ago by Joseph Pilates; however, Jordan wanted to update the reformer machine to have an all-in-one system that allows an easier …
PCC makes Santa Monica Corsairs walk the plank
Share: Lancers breezed through a 3-1 victory against the Santa Monica Corsairs last Friday. The Hutto-Patterson gym vibrated with cheers and celebratory chants in a sea of white and burgundy gear. Lancers came in with nothing but a victory on their minds as they continuously racked up points only minutes into the game. The teammates patted each other on the back and exchanged encouraging words. Their big goal wasn’t just winning, but to be the best version of their athlete-selves. “We are focused on being …