Taking place in the 1940s on a Mississippi Delta farm, “Mudbound” by Hillary Jordan is an intriguing read that grabs ahold of the reader, refusing to let go until that final page is read.The book and author been awarded many honors, most notable the 2006 Bellwether prize – an award that goes to an unpublished manuscript that addresses issues involving social justice.
Tuition fee increase becomes a reality
Despite the disagreements on campus regarding PCC’s budget, the administration, students and faculty agreed on Monday that the latest development in the budget cut saga is one that will hurt students, not help them.
‘Hands Across California’ fundraiser seeks participants
The student spokesperson for Hands Across California, an organization raising money to provide financial aid to community college students, said the group still needs support to raise money for PCC at the Academic Senate Board Meeting on Monday.
Winter session safe from elimination
The 2011 winter session is officially back on PCC’s calendar, President Mark Rocha told the College Council on March 23.
Baseball’s lack of offense, bad pitches loses 3-game series
Long Beach City College swept the Lancers baseball team in a three-game series that ended on Monday with a 2-1 Lancer loss at Brookside Park.After a 7-2 loss to the Vikings on March 22, the Lancers gained a little ground on Saturday with a 2-1 loss at LBCC.
Music instructor wins service award
The PCC PTSA presented a surprise Honorary Service Award to music instructor Kyle Luck this year for outstanding service to children at its annual luncheon on March 23. Individuals who have given to the community and gone beyond their job description are recipients of the award, according to Angie O’Brien, membership chairwomen.
Speech team’s top talents prepare for U.S. championships
On the heels of a successful state championship, PCC’s Speech and Debate team prepared for its upcoming national competition by showcasing award-winning performances in “A Night of Interpretation” on Thursday.
Military needed in Libya to save lives
Since February, Colonel Muammar el-Qaddafi’s “anti-terrorist” forces have been clashing with antigovernment rebel forces, but it wasn’t until March 19 that American and European forces intervened with air and sea power, initiating a no-fly zone and arms embargo from the sea.
Badminton remains undefeated
The Lancers badminton team continues its edge on South Coast Conference competition by keeping an undefeated streak alive with a shut-out win over El Camino College in Hutto-Patterson Gym on Friday. The 21-0 win boosts PCC’s overall record and SCC record to 7-0.