Share: Pasadena City College (PCC) reopened its doors Monday, welcoming students and staff back to its campuses after a four-day closure due to the devastating Eaton Fire. While the college sustained only minor damage, the impact of the fire was visible across campus, and the broader community continues to grapple with the aftermath of one of California’s deadliest blazes. “Although Pasadena City College has sustained minor damage, our hearts and our prayers and our thoughts are with our greater community,” said PCC superintendent-president José A. …
Impacted by the Eaton Fire? Here’s how to drop your classes with a refund
Share: The Eaton Fire has devastated communities across Southern California, burning over 14,000 acres, displacing more than 100,000 residents, and destroying over 4,000 structures. Among those impacted are Pasadena City College (PCC) students, faculty, and staff. To support affected students, PCC has policies in place to allow students to drop winter session classes with a full refund, even if the refund deadline has passed. How to drop classes before January 12 Students still within their course’s refund deadline can withdraw from classes online through LancerPoint: …
Burn-out, containment, and WUI: A guide to firefighting lingo
Share: The Eaton Fire has already left a devastating mark on the region, scorching over 13,000 acres and destroying thousands of structures, including the homes of Pasadena City College (PCC) students and faculty. With containment at just 3%, according to CAL FIRE, firefighters are facing immense challenges as they battle the blaze. If you’re watching the news and scratching your head at some of the terminology used, you’re not alone. This explainer can help. Fuel: The source Fire needs fuel to burn, and in the …
Eaton Fire destroys homes of PCC students, faculty
Share: The Eaton Fire continues to wreak havoc across Pasadena and Altadena, burning 13,690 acres with 0% containment and destroying over 4,000 structures. Among those affected are several members of the Pasadena City College community. The fire, which has claimed the lives of five individuals, has forced more than 100,000 residents to evacuate, leaving many uncertain about their future. Students and faculty devastated Several members of the PCC community have lost their homes in the fire, including student Jose Gadea and his family of ten. …
Campus to remain closed through Sunday as Eaton Fire grows to over 10,600 acres
Share: Pasadena City College (PCC) will remain closed with all classes canceled through Sunday, Jan. 12, as the Eaton fire continues to devastate the region, Superintendent-President José A. Gómez announced Wednesday. “We have lost our peace,” Gómez said during a press conference. “Although Pasadena City College has sustained minor damage, our hearts and our prayers and our thoughts are with our greater community.” The college sustained damage from the ongoing windstorm, including loose exterior panels on several buildings, downed light poles and trees, scattered debris, …
Eaton Fire claims two lives as structures burn
Share: The fast-moving Eaton fire has claimed two lives and destroyed more than 100 structures, including homes and a historic synagogue, as it burns through Altadena and nearby communities, officials said Wednesday. Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone confirmed the fatalities during a press conference. The fire, which began Tuesday evening near Altadena Drive and Midwick Drive, has burned more than 2,000 acres and remains 0% contained. Pasadena City College remains closed due to unsafe conditions caused by the Eaton fire and high winds. …
Campus closed due to Eaton Fire, high winds
Share: Pasadena City College (PCC) campuses will be closed Wednesday, January 8, due to high winds, smoke, and hazardous commuting conditions caused by the rapidly spreading Eaton Fire in nearby Altadena, the college said in an email Tuesday night. “PCC will continue to monitor weather conditions and assess campus safety,” the email said. “We will provide updates as needed.” In-person classes will transition online, and students are advised to check for communication from their instructors regarding alternative arrangements. The decision comes as the Eaton Fire, …
Michael Cooper: From humble beginnings to hometown legend
Share: Pasadena Basketball Alum and NBA Legend Michael Cooper had been inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame on Oct 13 of 2024, as Cooper began his Collegiate career here, spending his first two years at Pasadena City College, before transferring to New Mexico State and onto the NBA. The Showtime Lakers are one of the best NBA teams of all time, as they had the best point guard of the decade Magic Johnson and the 2nd all time NBA scorer Kareem Abdul Jabbar. Yet …
Plans to move Science Success Center put on hold
Share: Plans to move the STEM Science Success Center away from the Science Village for the spring of next year have been put on hold. The original proposal was to move the STEM Science Success Center into room 300 inside the D building. This was part of the opening of the new Sarafian building, and the opening of classes would fill the space for the spring of next year. However, Stephanie Fleming, Dean of of Academic Affairs, said the idea would not proceed. “Originally, we …
Student concerns persist following Lot 4’s recent elevator meltdown
Share: For weeks, the elevators in Pasadena City College’s Lot 4 parking structure have been malfunctioning, causing frustration for students and staff who rely on them to navigate the multi-level facility. PCC student Kacey Charbonnet lives with Patellofemoral pain syndrome in her left knee which creates irritation and pain when walking up flights of stairs. “It was a painful experience walking up the stairs,” said Charbonnet. “The elevators are very finicky and are inconsistent in their service,” Charbonnet decides to park on the 4th floor …