While most PCC students and faculty members are enjoying spring break and sleeping in, head coach Monica Tantlinger and the Lancers’ softball team has hit the practice fields forcefully at Jackie Robinson Park in preparation for the second half in conference play. At 11-9 (2-7 in conference) the Lancers have seen their share of improvements this season and are already three games away from exceeded last season’s win total, with 15 games remaining on the season.
Presses down
Share: In an unfortunate turn of events, the presses at American Foothill Publishing are down this morning leaving the Pasadena City College campus without it’s weekly edition. Follow:
Committees on committees on committees
The abundance of committees within the Academic Senate, including a “Breakfast Committee” and a “Committee on Committees,” has caused frustration for some members due to the limited amount of time set aside for each committee to meet.
Creating a more sane and sanitized world
Share: The refuse problems that plague informal settlements all over the world are enough to make any person cringe. In Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya, this is no exception. The government not acknowledging these “villages” as populated isn’t helping the matter either. Follow:
Senate candidates ready for election
With the Academic Senate elections coming up, the executive board will have some company on the ballot when its members seek reelection on March 19 after running virtually unopposed last year.
Accreditation visit team arrives at PCC
The accreditation visit team from the state arrived on Monday to start its evaluation of the school and to write an “exit report” disclosing what observations were made about PCC during its four day visit.
Miller says he will not recommend a winter calendar to Board of Trustees
Share: Interim President Bob Miller stated at the College Council meeting on Thursday that, despite student and faculty support for a winter intersession, he will not be recommending a 2015-2016 winter calendar to the Board of Trustees. Follow:
Student Equity Plan to be used to help underperforming students
Recently, the Academic Senate approved the student equity plan, an ongoing project to ensure that PCC provides a high quality and academically strong learning environment for students—especially those who underperform academically.
A look back at Pasadena history through mystery and trivia
Share: The Pasadena Museum of History is currently hosting two companion exhibits–Pasadena Pursuit and Mystery History–that focus on engaging the community in Pasadena’s storied past by posing questions and revealing answers to attendees in an interactive trivia game format. Follow:
Upcoming
Share: Thursday, March 5 Campus Tour: Transfer Day Ivette at 7:30 AM – Pasadena City College This hosted tour by the Pasadena City College Student Ambassador Program, is a walking tour of the main campus. University Rep. Visit: General Transfer Advisement at 8:00 AM – L110 Come meet with a general transfer advisor to make sure you are on the right track for transfer. Follow: