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Posted on April 17, 2014March 23, 2017 by: Raymond Bernal

EXCLUSIVE: Spurned Oscar winner strikes back at alma mater

Oscar winner Dustin Lance Black responds to having his invitation rescinded as PCC’s 2014 commencement speaker due to a 2009 sex “scandal.”

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Posted on April 16, 2014April 23, 2014 by: Aubrey Quezada

‘F*ck Art’ presents erotica with humor

Share: From subtle and unassuming to salacious and lewd, erotic art is often regarded as awkward or abrasive. But in his new exhibition entitled “F*ck Art,” Tony Wong addresses the uncomfortable art form in a new way: with humor. Follow:

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Posted on April 16, 2014April 23, 2014 by: Christine Michaels

Oscar winner and PCC alumnus disinvited to Spring Commencement ceremony

Share: After being placed atop a Board approved short list of potential commencement speakers earlier this semester, the college decided against selecting Oscar winning screenwriter and PCC alumnus Dustin Lance Black Follow:

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Posted on April 16, 2014April 17, 2014 by: Lucy Patrikian

The Passionate Percussionist

Share: With his hands folded on the desk reflecting a friendly and welcoming demeanor, Kyle Luck, the director of bands at PCC, describes his position as a dream come true. Follow:

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Posted on April 14, 2014April 23, 2014 by: Kristina Wedseltoft

Jewelry program offers opportunities to all

Share: PCC offers a series of jewelry and metal fabrication classes that allow students to express their creative side through various projects, all due in part to Kay Yee, a 32-year veteran of the program. Follow:

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Posted on April 2, 2014November 13, 2017 by: Aerika Dave

Speech and debate team showcases skills on stage

Share: Students articulated their gift of gab last week in the first night of the PCC Forensics Speech and Debate team’s public performances, which will continue tonight in the Westerbeck Recital Hall. Follow:

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Posted on April 2, 2014April 2, 2014 by: John Peters II

Avatar author, Gene Luen Yang, packs Harbeson Hall

Graphic novelist Gene Luen Yang attracted an enormous crowd of PCC students at Harbeson Hall last week for the presentation of his new book “Boxers and Saints.”

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Posted on April 1, 2014April 2, 2014 by: Matthew Kiewiet

Festival season is back

As people start to gear up for festivals such as Coachella, they are constantly asked the question, “Is it really worth the money?” Put simply, it is absolutely worth the money.

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Posted on March 30, 2014April 2, 2014 by: Samantha Molina

Party with BIRTHDAYGIRL

Share: “We are not a Birthday Party cover band,” guitarist Jose Box said, shooting down a common misconception about his band BIRTHDAYGIRL. Follow:

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Posted on March 26, 2014April 2, 2014 by: John Peters II

Avatar author, Gene Luen Yang, to visit PCC

Author Gene Luen Yang will visit PCC Thursday as part of the Asian Pacific Islander Visiting Scholar (APIVS) program to discuss his new graphic novel, “Boxers and Saints,” and the graphic novel writing process.

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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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