Share: “It seems like a dream, but, as you all know, we Nisei students—that is, the American-born Japanese—soon will be no longer with you.” These words were written by PCC student Tamio Fujimoto, and published in the Courier in 1942, ahead of the mass-internment of Japanese Americans. The same words echo eerily in the present. Once again, our government is targeting individuals based on national origin and political expression under the guise of national security. The recent deportation of Brown University professor Rasha Alawieh and …
Octavia E. Butler sci-fi festival lets kids get hands-on with real science
Share: Clad in black armor, the soldiers flank their leader, surrounded by middle-school children. One child, raising money for her school’s glee club, offers them nachos. Heavy, mechanical breathing emanates from Darth Vader as he considers the offer. “No, thank you,” his deep voice reverberates out of his mask. “It doesn’t agree with me.” This past Friday, March 21, Octavia E. Butler Magnet Middle School transformed into a portal to a galaxy far, far away. The school’s annual science fiction festival brought Mars rovers, droid-building …
Scammers posing as ICE agents target immigrants, officials warn
Share: Scammers posing as US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers are targeting immigrants across California, attempting to extort money and personal information, state officials said Tuesday. Attorney General Rob Bonta urged Californians to remain vigilant, emphasizing that impersonating a federal officer is a crime under both state and federal law. “We have received reports of individuals looking to take advantage of the fear and uncertainty created by President Trump’s inhumane mass deportation policies,” Bonta said in a statement Tuesday. “Let me be clear: If …
Fire victims cope with catastrophe through dance
Share: The Altadena and Los Angeles communities came together for an afternoon of dance and connection on Sunday, March 9, at Pasadena City College’s Hutto-Patterson Gym. The event, hosted by The Debbie Allen Dance Academy (DADA), provided a moment of healing for those impacted by the recent Eaton fire. The event was part of the “Dancing in The Light: Healing with The Arts” dance series of community-driven events aimed at bringing people together to heal from the effects of Eaton Fire through the power of …
Pasadena snaps losing streak with smashing victory
Share: The Lancers ended their 3-game losing streak with a 16-2 victory over the Tartars last week. Pasadena was quickly put on notice with Compton scoring a run in each of the first two innings whilst the Lancers’ offense stood still, not being able to match the Tartars’ attack. Despite starting pitcher Hugo Tafoya’s early mistakes he proceeded to shutout the Tartars’ offense in his next 6 innings of play. Tafoya allowed seven hits, one earned run, and two walks all while striking out 5 …
Were you in a hurry? Here’s a guide to the cliques from Club Rush
Share: A community united last week as PCC’s clubs came together to celebrate everyone’s differences and interests in one big bash. From teaching people new cultures, to helping them out with extracurricular activities, these groups offer a variety of ventures for everyone to partake in. And just in case you missed the event, here’s a list of clubs explaining what they do, meeting times, and social media. ASL CLUB | First Tuesday 12–1 of every month, and the third Friday of every month, 6–8 | …
PCC’s new track sets the stage for high stakes competition
Share: Starting guns, cheers from the stands, and runners soaring over hurdles will fill Pasadena City College’s Robinson Stadium on Friday, Mar. 21 as the Pasadena Invitational returns to the Lancers’ home turf for the first time since 2023. Athletes from at least eight colleges, along with independent competitors, will take to PCC’s newly renovated track, bringing top-tier competition to campus. The stakes are high for the hometown Lancers, who see this meet as more than just another race — it’s a proving ground and …
Food reduced to ash after Eaton Fire contaminates science village crops
Share: Before the effects of the disastrous Eaton fire, PCC’s science village was home to an aeroponic garden planted and cared for by Agricultural Plant Sciences (AGPS), Botany, and Environmental Science classes that would have donated crops to Lancer Pantry. However, contamination from the fire unfortunately destroyed the garden, leading to the crops being removed. The garden planned to provide fresh organic produce for Lancer Pantry, while the science village served as both a hub for various learning activities and a community space, fostering hands-on …
Referral-based counseling is out, caseload counseling is in
Share: PCC counseling has adopted a new counseling model this spring called community-based or caseload counseling, replacing the previous referral-based model. This new model allows all students access to more counselors and appointments through PCC Connect, eliminating the need for a student service referral to make an appointment. Students have access to a network of counselors and advisors, called success teams, based on the community their major falls in, but they may also meet counselors and coaches outside of that community. Majors are divided into …
Faculty respond to ‘Dear Colleague’ warning letter from Department of Education
Share: A letter from The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) to a range of educational institutions claims diversity programs violate federal law, prompting responses from the California Community College Chancellor’s Office and PCC’s faculty. On February 14th, the letter from the Office of Civil Rights titled “Dear Colleague,” was received by a variety of educational campuses, including community colleges. The author, Acting Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights in the DOE, Craig Trainor, asserts his expectation that campuses uphold Title IV within programs. However, in opposition …