Share: “Only one drop revives stagnant water,” were the words of Jewish, trans disciplinary artist Nikki Green when asked about her latest piece. This is a recurring theme in many of Green’s ceramic pieces, which intersect aspects of trans identity and queer history with traditional Jewish ritualistic practices. Green, a San Francisco-based ceramic artist and professor at UC Berkeley, spoke in PCC’s very Westerbeck Hall on Monday, October 7. Green began her talk by acknowledging the anniversary of Hama’s coordinated attacks on Israeli targets and …
Missed Club Rush? Here’s where to find your people
Share: There’s a good reason the quad was so crowded last week. Club Rush and University Day were both present out there. Club Rush (dubbed “Clubchella” this year) is when PCC students get to express their passion and enthusiasm for their club activities where the entire campus can see them. It’s a reminder that learning doesn’t have to be done in a classroom. College clubs are a way to get direct, practical experience without the pressure of a grade. There’s no need to wait until …
Extreme heatwave across L.A. County leaves our unhoused population at risk
Share: Temperatures are dropping fast, so it’s tempting to forget that just a week ago the greater Los Angeles area was experiencing a record-breaking heat wave, with temperatures reaching as high as 119 degrees in some neighborhoods. For the majority of Californians, the heat is a minor inconvenience. 75% of Californians owning an air conditioning system, and the majority are lucky enough to shelter at home during this unprecedented heat. However, with our state’s continually rising homeless population, it begs the question, “What is Pasadena …