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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

Busy Season Ahead For Performing Arts

Spring semester for the Performing and Communication Arts Division is expected to be busy. The events showcased will include a plethora of theatrical productions, musical recitals and concerts, which will exhibit Lancer student talent.

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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

PCC Student Articulates Herself Through Turntablism

Christina Petre, a 20-year-old communications major brings the masses together through her turntables under the alias, DJ Pinke.

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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

81st Academy Awards Wins Praise and Pans from Student

Sunday was a busy night for many PCC students. Taking time off from their studies, several jumped at the chance to gather around the TV and cheer for their favorite stars and movies. The 81st Annual Academy Awards had some highlights and yet some disappointments, according to many students.

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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

ALBUM REVIEW: Lamb of God’s ‘Wrath’ is Solid, Not Great

Lamb of God’s highly anticipated fifth studio album, Wrath, is another attempt for the band to establish its dominance in the post-Pantera era of American metal. The band delivers another hard-hitting record to add to its illustrious collection, but sadly enough, does little to assert its place as the leaders of the New Wave of American Heavy Metal.

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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

Shuttle System Suffers Drop in Ridership

A lack of awareness has contributed to a decrease in students using the campus’ shuttle service.

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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

Swimmer Sets Record at Mt. SAC

Tai Nuntapramote added to the swim team’s strong start as he won a record-breaking five events at the San Antonio Invitational on Saturday.

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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

Men’s Basketball Misses Playoffs After Resurgent Season

Any team from any sport from anywhere on earth has the same common goal at the beginning of a season. A team strives to play better than it did the previous season with the overall record as an ultimate indication of improvement. Even championship teams find themselves aspiring to perk up their skills following a superb season.

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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

Cadets Face Daily Inspections Before Duties

If you’ve ever seen a phalanx of cadets conducting exercises behind the T building by the automotive department, then you’ve probably witnessed a ‘Charles Watch’ inspection. Each weekday before both shifts, cadets perform drill inspection exercises in mornings and afternoons.

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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

Letter to the Editor: Parking Madness at PCC

I’ve been taking classes since 2005 and I’ve never seen the campus this crowded! Which means the parking lots are crazy crowded!

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Posted on February 25, 2009 by: Alumni Staff

The Acadamy Awards, Fluffed and Feathered

After last year’s record-low viewing numbers, the 81st Academy Awards was sure to be different. Sid Ganis, the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences promised it.

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Although the Met Gala was last month, it’s never Although the Met Gala was last month, it’s never too late to get some fashion opinions and insights from you guys! 

Reporter Alicia Quintanar asked students their opinions of different looks from this year’s Met Gala! ✨💃 

Reported & Edited by: Alicia Quintanar and Isabella Rosas ✍️🎤
Here are some stories from our newsroom this week Here are some stories from our newsroom this week of June 9th — 

You can read the full stories on our website and remember to subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date on all PCC news. 

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Have a great summer Lancers! ❤️
If you been inside the CA building, then you proba If you been inside the CA building, then you probably encountered the infamous broken door. 🚪

Social Media Editor Mikaela Perez gives a run down on some answers to relieve any confusion about the door. Thanks to last semesters reporting by Editor-in-Chief Laura Dux and News Editor Zaynab Tall, we’ve got the details. 

To read the full story from last semester, check out the link in our bio! 🔗

Reported by: Mikaela Perez, Mariana Cardenas Ceballos, & Laura Dux 🎤
Edited by: Mikaela Perez ✍️
Tensions rose over the weekend in Los Angeles as p Tensions rose over the weekend in Los Angeles as protesters clashed with law enforcement and city officials, putting the city of Pasadena and PCC community members on high alert. 

PCC President José Gómez sent out a campus wide email late Sunday night encouraging students to stay connected and continue to attend class this week. 

“College leadership in closely monitoring the situation, we remain in regular contact with our public safety officers and the City of Pasadena,” Gómez said in the email. “Our top priority is the safety and well-being of our students, and we remain fully committed to providing a welcoming and supportive environment for all. That commitment is unwavering.” 

Click the link in our bio to read the full story. 

Story by Laura Dux
Photo by Lily Regan
Reporters Elizabeth Bouza and Juno Wiseman go on a Reporters Elizabeth Bouza and Juno Wiseman go on a journey to water taste some of PCCs water fountains. Here are their ratings of the water from different fountains in different buildings. ⛲️

Reported by: Elizabeth Bouza & Juno Wiseman 🎤
Edited by: Elizabeth Bouza ✍️
The Courier asks students their LeBron predictions The Courier asks students their LeBron predictions for his next season. Reporter Alicia Quintanar gave students three options to chose from ranging from retirement to playing with his youngest, Bryce James. 

What are your predictions for LeBron’s next season? 🏀

Reported by: Alicia Quintanar 🎤
Edited by: Lamar Collins ✍️
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