Tuition for non-resident and international students will increase $5 per unit this summer, according to Marco J. De La Garza, dean of student services at Pierce College. Out of 17,178 students at Pierce, 381 are classified as non-residents and 231 as international.
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More than just a workout at the gym
W hen I go to the gym, it seems that half the people work out, while use the mirrors to admire themselves. Los Angeles is one of the few places where the gym serves as a social gala. For instance, my girlfriend won’t put on make-up when we go out with my friends (this wasn’t an easy catch, I just want to see the fruits of my labors), but waiting for her to get dolled up for the gym is a trying experience.
Gas prices hit the ceiling
Increasing gas prices shouldn’t make me seek another part- time job. In the past year, costs have increased immensely. This affects not only college students, but the general population. Just one week ago, a 7-cent increment for every gallon of regular, unleaded and diesel fuel was implemented at various gas stations.
News in Brief
At the weekly Associated Students Organization meeting on May 9, several important items were voted on and approved. A $500 scholarship for international students was passed to help ease the fee increase that will occur this summer. The fee increase will only affect the international and non-residents students.
Music melts fans in desert sands
Mushrooms go great with pizza but better with music and art under a desert sky. Driving the 160-mile voyage in my VW Microbus began the adventure with a vibe reminiscent of the clogged highway that led to Yasgur’s farm in 1969. In a time when even the memory of Woodstock has been reduced to commercialism and violent, angst-filled youth, the chance to find peace, music and art was upon me: Coachella Music and Arts Festival 2006.
Jobs 4U 2day
Anyone undecided on a major or just looking for information about different careers may want to attend the free career exploration workshop today from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in room 1604. Whether a student is transferring, working toward an A.A. or unsure of the future, the workshop is built to help get them on the right track.
Smoking areas mostly ignored
Designated smoking areas are located all throughout campus, but there are students who choose to smoke everywhere. They are found lighting up near classrooms, outside bathrooms and even in the S. Taper Botanical Garden on benches. This needs to change.
Calabasas sucks for smokers
I am a dirty filthy smoker.† † I smoke a pack a day and by all indications from those that I come into contact with, I am going to soon be infected with terrible diseases and probably die early.† † As if that weren’t punishment enough for my choice, now, because of my habit, I am potentially a criminal in my own town.
American family brings big laughs
“You Can’t Take It With You” was a hit for most of its opening night audience, which laughed heartily when it was supposed to, but also found meaning in the heartfelt, serious moments as well. As a whole, the play was generally good, well written and acted.
Top 10 classes dropped
As students, most of us have dropped a class for one reason or another. The particulars involved in deciding to drop vary for all students. Therefore, for the sake of public interest, thanks to data provided by the Los Angeles Pierce College Office of Institutional Research, here are the top 10 dropped courses at Pierce College.