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Posted on April 16, 2014 by: Paul Ochoa

What is the role of social media after an earthquake?

Whether it’s for the attention or to cope with the situation, the use of social media during an event like an earthquake something used by students and professionals to learn about an earthquake.

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Posted on March 22, 2014September 15, 2020 by: Paul Ochoa

Discover new music through “The Mixtape”

Gabriel Perez, a former musician and PCC student, noticed that while the internet does make it easier to discover new artists similar to the ones you like, it is a little harder to discover artists that differ from your usual taste.

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Posted on February 26, 2014February 26, 2014 by: Paul Ochoa

PCC transfer rates drop 20 percent

PCC only transferred 1,475 students to the University of California and to the California State University’s in the 2012-2013 year. The school sent 572 students to UCs and 903 students,” said Chase. As for the transfer data for the 2012-2013 to independent and out-of-state institution, the numbers have not yet been released.

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Posted on February 5, 2014February 12, 2014 by: Paul Ochoa

Did you enjoy your commute today?

Share: Just like with smoking and drag racing, your life expectancy decreases when you mount a motorcycle. Yet people continue to mount their crotch rockets, their choppers, their iron sleds despite the danger. Follow:

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Posted on January 29, 2014January 29, 2014 by: Paul Ochoa

OP-ED: Just part of the college experience

Who are these people to come to my school and bother me with their gym memberships and petitions to help save the whales, right? Wrong, PCC is a public campus, which means that access isn’t limited to students; it’s open to the public as well.

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Posted on January 29, 2014January 29, 2014 by: Paul Ochoa

No health insurance, no problem

“If they are worried about their health, we have services to offer them,” Buczko said. “Whether you have insurance or not doesn’t matter to us, [that’s why] students pay a health fee.

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Posted on January 22, 2014January 23, 2014 by: Paul Ochoa

Board elects new President

With a no-nonsense approach to the job, new Board of Trustees President Anthony Fellow hopes to change the school for the better with his simple take on politics.

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Posted on December 8, 2013 by: Paul Ochoa

Singer aspires to be role model for young girls

Before she turned 18, PCC student Jordyn Kane auditioned for American Idol, had one of her songs featured on an ABC Family television show and issued an EP on iTunes. Despite these accomplishments, don’t expect to catch her bragging about it to her classmates.

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Posted on December 4, 2013December 4, 2013 by: Paul Ochoa

Student Health Services promotes smoke free campus

Student Health Services coordinated the event with the emphasis on promoting the campus going smoke free next year and also informing students and staff on the dangers of smoking and encouraging them to quit.

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Posted on November 20, 2013 by: Paul Ochoa

Passionate instructor gives back to community with Board election

Teaching child development and special education here at PCC, the mother of two is currently working on her PHD in higher education at Claremont Graduate University. Puglia found time in between all that to run and campaign for an empty seat on the La Canada Unified School District Board, which resides in PCC’s District 1 area, and eventually won the race.

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In a clash pivotal to conference standings, PCC fe In a clash pivotal to conference standings, PCC fell short of a comeback against Cerritos following a failed trick play on 1st and goal from the 1. Despite the loss, the Lancers showed spark on offense and special teams as they look forward to their matchup against Fullerton this week. 

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✍️ Written By: Alyssa Ellington & Aaron Serrano
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This morning, the college sent out an email inform This morning, the college sent out an email informing faculty and students of the resignation of now former PCC Chief of Police Steven Matchan who is currently at the center of a lawsuit along with the college and other officials based on allegations of sexual harassment by six current and former female Campus Police employees.

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✍️ Written By: Maryam Tall & Taylor Fitzgerald 
📸 Photo By: Daniel Nerio 

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During the week of September 28th, there were repo During the week of September 28th, there were reports made by someone reporting that they were being stalked on campus. Other incidents reported during the week stated that an individual was arrested, cited, and released by campus police for public intoxication.

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✍️ Written By: Rorey Sotela
📸 Photo By: Courier Archives

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On what was a cloudy and drizzly afternoon, Mt. Wi On what was a cloudy and drizzly afternoon, Mt. Wilson’s Observatory hosted their last “Matinees on the Mountain” screening of the season. The Observatory has held these screenings of older films since October of last year, aiming to get more people interested in going up to the mountain and learn more of its history. The event is set to return in May of 2027.

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✍️ Written By: Biankah Anderson
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PCC football made their way to Golden West College PCC football made their way to Golden West College in what was sure to be a competitive matchup as both teams carried a winning streak heading into the game. The Lancers strong first quarter wrote the script for the remainder of the game as they never gave Golden West the opportunity to catch their breath. Staff writer Henry Horn breaks down all the pivotal moments that occurred in the game while highlighting what led the Lancers to victory. 

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✍️ Written By: Henry Horn
📸 Photo By: Henry Horn

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James Gunn’s ‘Lanterns’ hit the mark on many areas James Gunn’s ‘Lanterns’ hit the mark on many areas that fans of the Green Lantern IP have come to expect, yet the show’s production ultimately held back the full potential that could’ve been explored. Staff writer Guy Roots-Stevens breaks down the show’s up’s and down’s, elaborating on what made it an excellent adaptation while still having plenty of room for improvement. 

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✍️ Written By: Guy Roots-Stevens
🖼️ Illustration By: Maryam Tall

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