“Fatal Attraction,” directed by Whitney Rydbeck of PCC’s Theatre Department, featured a mellow dramatic murder mystery that took place on the set of a Nantucket beach house. Aside from sharing the same title with the 1987 film “Fatal Attraction” directed by Adrian Lyne, the two have very few commonalities.
Abortion doctor’s response was appropriate
As our community was drawn to and recoiled from the displays that the anti-abortion group Justice For All presented a couple weeks ago, no one could have known that an act of domestic terrorism was imminent.George Tiller, a doctor in Wichita, Kansas, was murdered in his church, shot to death by a suspect later identified as Scott Roeder.
Sports Year in Review
After six straight trips to the California Community College Athletic Association Final Eight Tournament, six straight years of disappointing early tourney exits, six straight seasons of committing to a high level of play and six straight seasons of hard work and persistence, Joe Peron, head coach of the women’s basketball team and his players can call themselves state champions after the Lancers defeated San Joaquin Delta 74-64 on March 15.
To Avoid Cuts, Board Should Tap Reserve
An unprecedented shortfall in California’s budget has brought those in the business of education to their knees, with faces to an open flame. Something easily learned in recent times of financial failings is how long it takes until people realize that they really are in trouble.
Newly Elected AS President Unexpectedly Resigns
Angela Chinn formally resigned her post as the president of the 2009-2010 Associated Students Executive Board during the final AS meeting of the spring semester, in an unexpected turn-of-events.
Cal Grant Cut Plan May Affect Many Students
Hundreds of PCC students may be affected by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s proposal to eliminate the Cal Grants program. According to officials, over 800 incoming students at PCC and over 100,000 statewide could feel the crunch.At PCC’s financial aid office, the reactions are mixed as to whether or not Cal Grants should be saved.
Automotive Program Recognized
PCC has been named as an official Automotive Youth Education Systems program, making it the second community college in California to be approved by AYES. AYES is a national partnership of education departments, automobile manufacturers and automobile dealers dedicated to preparing students to fill entry-level positions in the automotive industry.
Eleven-Year-Old Excels In English Studies at PCC
At first Amy Lim seems to be a typical 11-year-old: she loves animals, loves going to Disneyland, likes American Girl dolls and is an avid Harry Potter fan. What makes this girl so special is that she’s not just a fifth-grade student, but also a PCC student.
Winter intersession canceled
The Board of Trustees voted to cancel PCC’s winter intersession at the July 1 meeting.
Athletics Could Be Hurt Most By Budget Cuts
While PCC is bracing itself for the budget cuts proposed by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, the Physical Education department could be hit the hardest by the reductions.