Share: Aprons were tied, pots were heating up, and bottles of olive oil and wine stood ready on countertops as PCC students transformed their home kitchens into lively Italian classrooms. Students got a flavorful taste of Italian culture the night of Wednesday, April 30, without ever leaving home. The event was part of International Culture Week, a campus-wide celebration that highlights global traditions through food, music, language and art. Hosted annually at PCC, the week invites students to explore cultures from around the world. PCC …
Godzilla gathering considers deeper meaning behind the monster
Share: Films have been an outlet for cultures, such as The Color Purple, The West Side Story, and 12 Years a Slave. The Japanese Social Club used Godzilla to explain how Godzilla is no different, that there is a deeper meaning than just a giant monster, but symbolism for a war that caused generational damage. On Thursday, May 1st, the Japanese Social Club held a cultural movie night. They played the first-ever Godzilla movie production from 1954. The event had food ranging from pizza to …
Masks, music and mystery: International Student Center hosts Masquerade Ball
Share: Exquisite masquerade masks were offered at the entrance from inside the CC Building. As guests went deeper into the room, they could see that there was enough food to feed an enormous crowd of people. When the lights were turned off, the music only got louder. On Friday, April 25th, the International Student Center held their International Masquerade Ball, with the promise of an enchanting night, masks, and mystery. Prior to the event’s occurrence, small purple posters around the school invited students to attend …
PCC celebrates Earth Day with paint, plants, and peaceful discussion
Share: Sunshine, laughter, and community bonding set the scene as students gathered around the quad for a harmonious Earth Day celebration. Chatter floated through the air as tables buzzed with activity, hands busy threading bracelets and holding paint stiff brushes. The event brought forth a reminder that contributing to our planet can be both meaningful and fun. Whether painting, planting, or just passing by, everyone left a little lighter. “Today’s inspiring,” said Nareh Kiledjian, ASA director of communications, “I like the initiative of earth, and …
Artivism event uses music to connect with cultures on the verge of being erased
Share: On Monday, April 21st, the PCC’s Student Advisory Group EQUIPO, hosted a music event called Artivism for the community to learn about the importance of music and share their struggles through music expression. Attendants danced the afternoon away with cumbia music and were offered food such as orange rice, fried-beans, chorizo meat, and chicken with complimentary drinks such as horchata and jamaica. Zacil Vazquez, also known as DJ Sizzle Fantastic, was the honorary guest speaker and addressed issues about the Latino community through a …
Toddlers take off at Trike-A-Thon
Share: On your mark, get set, GO! The first group of toddlers take off as the annual Toddler Trike-A-Thon Fundraiser kicks off the end of the Week of the Young Child. Parents, family, faculty and staff gathered around the makeshift racetrack as the children made their rounds around the quad. Other children made their way to the coloring table and the multiple setups of a giant version of Connect 4. “This is so cool!” shouted one of the kids, as they ran towards the racetrack. …
5 days for under-5s: PCC celebrates children on campus
Share: Imagine you’re sitting in the quad between classes. Maybe you’re finishing up some last minute homework before a class, or just relaxing. A group of young children come into the quad playing musical instruments, or they come into the Quad to plant flowers. They’re excited and happy. Perhaps that happiness is contagious and rubs off on you as well. These are the children of student parents at PCC celebrating the Week of the Young Child. This year on April 5-11, the Child Development Center …
Salud & Scribe: Students embrace self expression at wellness event
Share: PCC kicked off April in an extremely fun way. On April 1st, Women 2 Women, a feminist club on campus, the librarians in the Shatford Library, and Equipo collaborated to host a reflective event where students had the opportunity to pause, connect and recharge by the power of journaling. It was a vibrant event with lofi cumbias, pizza, and delicious aguas frescas. Ashley Guzman, Tina Sanchez and Rebecca Martinez explained the history behind journaling. They talked about journaling as a personal and powerful …
Women’s history month is over, but these 10 films show the permanence of female strength
Share: While March was Irish American Heritage Month, it was also Women’s History Month! PCC honored the occasion with a HERSTORY exhibit, and even as it comes to an end, everyone can keep the celebration going by watching movies that tell stories– both true and fictional– of strong female characters who challenge norms, make progress towards gender equality, or work hard to achieve success on their own terms. Follow:
Giant penises and jumbo Viagra: PCC’s theater department premieres its spring play ‘Lysistrata’
Share: Chatter and Greek music are heard inside the Center for the Arts theater. The overwhelming scent of fresh paint from the set and fresh flowers from the families of the actors fills the room. Everyone is seated, still rattling, when all of a sudden, yelling is heard from all corners of the theater. Actors flood the stage, dressed as tourists, cafe workers, and Athenians, grasping everyone’s attention. The cast sets the scene: 411 BC, and the Peloponnesian War has been raging for years. On …