As students begin applying or transferring to colleges, it is important to keep in mind is whether or not the school runs on a semester or
Day: December 10, 2014
Pierce student helps retired racehorses
For most people, a film rarely changes their outlook on life. But after watching the movie “Seabiscuit,” a Pierce College pre-veterinary science major developed a
Destigmatizing mental illness
Every single act of violence involving an individual causing mass harm with firearms brings about debate of stricter gun control versus more scrutiny of mental
Column: Campus orientation must be improved for incoming students
As a new student in college orientation is without a doubt a necessity and many students may not realize just how important it is when
CON: Studying abroad
When most students think of studying abroad, they perceive it to be the most life changing and beneficial experience. It is definitely an impactful decision
PRO: Studying abroad
Deciding to study abroad is a difficult decision to make but it is a rewarding experience in where you get the unique opportunity to grow
Project finals are better than final exams
Instead of having students regurgitate their accumulated knowledge onto a single Scantron or essay book in a make-or-break situation, teachers should open up to the
Final exams are better than project exams
Final exams are stressful enough but a project as a class final adds more pressure, making the finals experience more stressful. A test as a
High achieving students help themselves by helping others
In an institution with a general reputation for lesser achievement, Pierce College students group together in their Alpha Gamma Sigma Honors Society chapter and support
Pierce offers athletic medical internship
For over 20 years Pierce athletic trainer Leonard Ramirez has been treating Brahma athletes. But Ramirez can’t do it on his own. With the athletic