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Protesters march for black man killed by Pasadena PD
Share: The Los Angeles County Sheriffs department is investigating the death of 36-year-old Reginald Thomas Jr., who died after being tased and subjected to physical force by the Pasadena police department. Follow:
Student soars high in NASA contest
Share: She.Codes computer science club president Kristiana Rendón was recently featured in an article by NASA for successfully leading PCC’s “Swarmathon” team in difficult programming competitions at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida earlier this year. Follow:
Ujima mixer makes positive atmosphere for students
Share: Smiling faces, good food, and balloon decorations that match the Pan-African flag were all on display for the black students that wanted to spend the afternoon mingling with faculty members. PCC’s Ujima Program held a student mixer, Sept. 13, in the wifi lounge to give their students an opportunity to meet with their assorted deans and professors in a casual setting. The mixer allowed students to see their professors and assorted deans in a different light. The staff members appear more human due to …
PCC shaping students’ academic future
Share: The transfer center at PCC held a workshop on Sept. 16 to guide students in their journeys to transfer to a four-year university. Follow:
PCC named finalist in million dollar contest
Share: The Aspen Institute announced Tuesday that Pasadena City College (PCC) is one of 10 national finalists for the coveted Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence that is accompanied with $1 million in winnings. Follow:
Interim chief appointed head of police and safety
Share: Steven Matchan was appointed as PCC’s permanent chief of police and safety services this July after replacing prior director Don Yoder since June 2014, making him the fifth chief since 2011. Follow:
U-PASS popular among students despite criticism
Share: As the fall semester begins, students have been signing up and purchasing PCC’s new transit pass despite complaints about a significant hike in the price. Follow:
PCC putting disabled students first
Share: The Disabled Students Programs and Services office (DSP&S) at Pasadena City College has recently partnered with AbilityFirst, an organization that aids in assisting students with special needs in order to help disabled students on campus achieve their goals both in and out of the classroom. Follow: