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Posted on February 13, 2013February 13, 2013 by: Christine Michaels

OP-ED: Plus/Minus grading system will hurt more than students

It is fair to say that if one attends a college, he or she is attending to do their very best, no matter if the grading scale is based on a full letter grade, or a plus/minus grade system.

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Posted on February 13, 2013February 14, 2013 by: Christine Michaels

VOICES: Should the campus be entirely smoke-free?

Students share their opinion about smoking regulations.

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Posted on February 13, 2013February 21, 2013 by: Christine Michaels

New computer system set to go online

The new Administrative Information System (AIS) Lancerpoint, a product that cost $10.5 million so far and is expected to transform student interactions with the college, will begin its implementation next week, according to officials at the Feb. 6 Board of Trustees meeting.

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Posted on February 12, 2013March 23, 2017 by: Christine Michaels

REVIEW: Piano recital showcases college diversity

While sitting in the full audience in Harbeson Hall, one could wonder why so many people would come to listen to PCCs 12th annual piano honors recital, which had some mixed talent.

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Posted on January 29, 2013February 6, 2013 by: Christine Michaels

College enrollment up 6 percent

Student enrollment in Spring 2013 is up six percent compared to Spring 2012, marking a possibility for more state funding according to college officials.

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Posted on January 23, 2013January 23, 2013 by: Christine Michaels

College aims to bolster ‘student success’

Share: The college plans to improve student access in Spring 2013 according to officials at the Jan. 16 Board of Trustees meeting, in co-ordinance with the Board’s goal of enrollment management. Follow:

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Posted on January 15, 2013January 22, 2013 by: Christine Michaels

Administration plans for full summer

At least 750 classes are planned for the summer term, according to officials.

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Posted on January 9, 2013January 23, 2013 by: Christine Michaels

International students find haven in ESL Center

It’s hidden well inside the third floor of the D Building, up a creepy stairwell where there seems to be nothing at the top.

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Posted on December 4, 2012December 5, 2012 by: Christine Michaels

Board goals aim for efficiency

The goals included forming better communication on and out of the campus, more shared governance, more funding for the college foundation, and better scheduling and enrollment management for students.

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Posted on November 14, 2012November 29, 2012 by: Christine Michaels

Board approves seven new hires

New and vacant positions were filled after the Board of Trustees approved seven new hires at the Nov. 7 meeting.
The new positions were created to fill the Business and College Services Team.

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Did you know that every spring, the Courier staff Did you know that every spring, the Courier staff also writes and designs an entire magazine?

Because Pasadena City College turned 100, we decided to focus our issue on how history has affected the college. We’re calling it “Unprecedented Times.”

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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.

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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! 🇦🇲

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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! 🐿️

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