Naked, exposed and far from prudish, the California Video Screening Series: L.A. Video Uncensored, screened at The Getty Center, lived up to its title. From March 15 to June 8, The Getty is putting on an exhibition in the Harold M. Williams Auditorium, featuring a sequence of short films produced from 1975 to 2004.
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Things you learned from TV
Don’t always believe what you see on television. I’ve heard it, and said it, for years. But recently, something happened that made me reconsider whether I’ve actually adhered to this tidbit of advice. On Thursday morning, I woke up, rolled over, opened my eyes and looked straight down the barrel of a gun.
THE WEEKLY BLOTTER
April 10, 2008 8:50 a.m. Suspects stole two welders and attachments from Welding Lab Room, on the Art Hill in Room #3806. The welders were worth more than $400 and the reward for information is currently set at $200. prepared by Aaron Sheldon
Manure smells like shit
The Pierce College Manure team is the only community college team in the country that was selected to compete in the National Sustainable Design Expo on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on April 20. The team is in Washington, D.C., having left Friday to return on Monday.
Third bond may add three buildings
The district board of trustees will consider placing a third construction bond on the ballot when they meet on April 23 in Pierce’s newly built Student Community Center, explained Pierce College President Robert Garber at an Academic Senate meeting. A survey informing voters of a third bond was introduced in March.
Internet addiction: a reality
Experts debate the existence of Internet Addictive Disorder, but allow me to offer an opinion from a long-time gamer’s point of view.
Internet addiction is just as real as your face, and the danger it poses to this and coming generations is underestimated.
Stop the uninformed rebellions
Last night I was watching CSPAN (yes, insert nerd alert here) and I was absolutely appalled to find that the stalwart of boring political coverage (think British parliamentary live coverage) had been overtaken by YouTube. I’m a big proponent of the populist political coverage that CNN, most visibly, and other network and cable shows have been pushing during this election season.
Placement exams need replacement
TOPIC | Pierce College placement tests OUR VIEW | Placement tests are outdated and their results don’t always place people in the correct classes. All incoming students are required to take assessment tests that will determine which math and/or English class they can register for.
A vivid take on a classic play
Making its theatrical debut at Pierce College, Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons” shined on stage with brilliant dialogue, incredible acting and impressive stage design. The story focuses on Joe Keller (played by Bill Ruehl), a 61-year-old man who ships airplane parts to airplane construction sites or repair shops.
Seeing past any obstacle
Taking a minute to meditate before his next move, he pictures himself jumping over a flight of stairs, and then running a 10-foot rail, ending his action with a graceful landing. This is an everyday encounter for those who follow the art of parkour. Alex “Ace” Scott has been studying and practicing parkour – a style of urban obstacle coursing – for a little more than four years.