To the community, the bus might not be the most luxurious form of transportation, but to full time students it could be a free ride. Free bus passes, for students with 12 units or more, are not only good for the entire semester but valid on all MTA busses including the new Metro Orange Line.
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Volleyball takes court
The 2005 Pierce College women’s volleyball team (23-4) seemed a bit unpredictable at the start of the season since all but one player from 2004 departed. Leave it up to 15 freshmen and one returning sophomore to take the women’s volleyball team two games away from being state champions.
Injured pitcher leads to shutout
Pierce College was missing its best pitcher who was out with injuries and replaced by sophomore Brandi Gilbert who pitched a three-run homer in the first inning, leading to 9-0 loss against Citrus College on Feb. 16. “Three of my best players aren’t here today,” said head coach Pat Greenan.
Sheriff’s Blotter
Parking lot assault: Jan. 11 10:15 a.m.: Two suspects assaulted victim, striking him several times while stealing his baseball hat in Lot 7. When one of the suspects took the hat from the victim’s head, the victim resisted, which prompted the suspects to assault him, one striking him in the jaw several times, the other suspect striking him in the back of the head.
Past getting their feet wet
The swim team has the formula to take Pierce College to the top of the swim league and break some old swim records at the same time. Every weekday the women’s swim team practices in the water for two hours which equates to about two to four miles each day to enhance endurance and speed; they also meet on Saturdays.
Love teaches language of life at Read-a-thon
Spanish teacher Fernando Oleas is giving back to his community what he feels was given to him. Oleas switched from part to full-time teaching during the 2005 winter semester. The 41 year-old Spanish teacher also organizes activities such as the open readings.
Stellar art explores artists’ versions space
Artist Barbara Lai Bennett, 59, was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and the influence of her birthplace is evident in much of her work. Currently exhibiting works at the Pierce College Art Gallery’s “OFF-PLANET” exhibition, Bennett has painted several pieces that explored her view of the cosmos with an eye from Hawaii.
Dodgers hit and run
To stir up excitement for the 2006 season, the Los Angeles Dodgers “Community Caravan” visited Pierce College to promote the game of baseball and the importance of succeeding in school. Closer and 2003 Cy Young Award winner Eric Gagne, general manager Ned Colletti, manager Grady Little, five-time all-star Nomar Garciaparra and two-time National League Manager of the Year Tommy Lasorda were among the featured participants.
What do we need?
The Roundup has already published multiple articles declaring what we expected from our soon-to-be president before he was selected, just to remind the candidates of the responsibility that would be placed on their shoulders. Now that Robert Garber, a former Pierce College employee himself, has been chosen as president, our new leader has much to do to earn the good will of his constituents.
Letter from the (new) President
It is with a great deal pleasure that I welcome you to the Spring 2006 semester at Pierce. Whether you are a new, continuing or returning student, I hope you will find our beautiful campus and outstanding programs to be both engaging and fulfilling. Pierce College is a unique institution and I urge you to take advantage of the opportunities available to help you to set and reach your goals.