Student success, particularly in community colleges, frequently depends on what happens inside the classroom and outside as well. Pierce College employs a variety of organizations
Month: October 2020
Anti-systemic racism resolution still not resolved
The Pierce College Academic Senate met on Oct. 12 to discuss a notice motion approval about the Anti-Systemic Racism Resolution. The Board examined amendments and
DJs and influencers keeping you in school
California Community Colleges (CCC) have launched the “Stay Enrolled, Succeed Online” Campaign from the state Chancellor’s office amid a drop in enrollment rates. The campaign
Pandemic leaves international students scrambling
The news of the transition online was a sigh of relief for many, but not for international students who are at risk of losing their
Keeping the ball in the court
After years of coaching under an interim basis, Charles White will now have the opportunity to continue leading the men’s basketball program. White was confirmed
Recording Zoom lectures should be mandatory
Zoom has become the primary platform for lectures. Students taking multiple classes may end up with “Zoom fatigue” from back-to-back classes. To relieve added stress,
PRIDE takes the spotlight
For the first time, the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) has addressed the needs and rights for LGBTQIA+ community. The Board of Trustees unanimously
Ballot box at Pierce
Pierce College’s campus may be closed, but for those in the community looking to exercise their right to vote, the college offers a way to
Sign up to study
Homes have become childcare centers, offices and learning places in the span of six months. While going through these changes, many students aren’t able to
Open Educational Resources are helpful
College is expensive and educational materials required by classes add to that amount. Open Educational Resources (OER) should be widely implemented and advertised by institutions