Share: On October 23rd, students eager to learn about and embrace Dia de los Muertos filled the Circadian room as PCC Equipo welcomed them to a ‘Platica on Dia de los Muertos.’ The event was held to inform students on the importance of the holiday and what makes it unique while showcasing some of the significant traditions that go along with the event. The main focus of the event was to present to everyone in attendance what’s most important about Dia de los Muertos and …
Hope and health bloom eternal at mental health safety fair
Share: The weather was hot, but curious students still milled about, looking at the various tables that lined the quad. A balloon arch led the way to the starting table, where students could check in and get their instructions. If they visited nine tables, 3 each of different categories, they would earn a free lunch. For college students, the words “free” and “food” can be very enticing. It was a good way to bring students out to check out what services for mental and physical …
Competitors get ahead of the carve in pumpkin painting
Share: Last week, dozens of pumpkins, painting supplies, and snacks were scattered on tables around the mirror pools. Curious students formed lines, grabbing snacks, art supplies, and pumpkins before walking to tables, eager to begin decorating. “I decided to do a pumpkin patch event because we’re in October, and I feel like it fit the theme perfectly,” Savannah Robles, VP of campus activities, said. “I feel like it fits the theme perfectly, especially with side activities of candy apples for students, as well as candy …
Indy is actually a Good Boy without much horror thrill
Share: “Good Boy” was released into theaters with an interesting premise promised in trailers. The storyline featured a retriever named Indy and his owner Todd moving into a house that has been passed down from his grandpa who passed away from a supernatural disease. Overall the movie rating 3.7 was very bland compared to the trailer with very little horror scenes, instead relying on loud thrilling music and sound effects for suspense. The trailer paints an idea of a horror action film but the actual …
Battle of the brushes: PCC’s Art War was a mission success
Share: On the glorious day of October 21st, the battle of the century took place in the quad of PCC, and to make matters worse, it was a civil war. The feud began in a meeting of the art club, where members prepared for the art war by picking a team after a long discussion. The final two options were kraken vs giant squid or count chocula vs boo berry, and just when it looked to going in the kraken’s favor, an argument was proposed …
Acai and Afrobeats: Melanin Monday plants connections at PCC
Share: On October 20th, students filled the Black Student Success Center for fresh acai, also sitting down at tables littered with papers, pens, and art supplies in the quad, ready to create something that expressed who they were, or wanted to be. . Melanin Monday, a series of events that the BSSC holds, invites students of all backgrounds to come together and celebrate community. The different events allow for creativity and culture to intersect with the variety of students that may not feel otherwise seen. …
‘Legends: Z-A’ catches Pokémon players off guard in a new Mega Adventure
Share: After a 2 year hiatus, Pokemon officially returns with their brand new title “Legends Z-A”. Set in the fictional Lumiose City (inspired by France), players enroll in a tournament dubbed the Z-A Royale. There they meet new friends and catch Pokemon in areas dubbed wild zones while trying to make their way to rank A. Along the way they are caught up in a mystery involving a pokemon named Zygarde and help a detective named Emma solve the case. A big positive is character …
Trash talk at ‘AirTalk’: OC public discourse gets ugly
Share: At the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana in September, prolific radio host Larry Mantle moderated a live broadcast of ‘AirTalk’ focused on the changing face of Orange County, both politically and journalistically. The discussion began exploring how local reporting has evolved, but then quickly devolved into a heated exchange on a split interpretation on whether the county’s apparent shift to purple in the 2024 election reflects a lasting political realignment. An intriguing deep dive into the topic soon turned hostile, drowned out by threats …
‘Black Phone 2’ leaves moviegoers grabbing onto their seats in suspense
Share: In the horror movie genre, sequels are frequently only seen as a cash grab and tend to receive harsh criticism as they are often not needed and more often than not are subpar. Creating a movie that follows up an amazing first part has come to be very difficult. “Black Phone 2” managed to improve in almost all aspects that a horror movie needs as it leaves viewers with an eerie and daunting feeling throughout the film. Director and screenwriter Scott Derrickson delivered a …
Undocuweek reminds PCC that empowerment begins with being seen
Share: Undocuweek at Pasadena City College brings together art, activism, and community to emphasize the experiences of undocumented and mixed-status students. Through creative expression and education, the week aims to spark visibility across the campus. This year’s Screen-Printing Party on Thursday, October 16, at noon, co-hosted by BSSC, Pride, APIDA, and MOCAN, showcases that spirit of empowerment. Students were invited to bring T-shirts, tote bags, or other fabric items to be printed with designs that symbolize identity; a hands-on act of resistance through art. “We’re …