Hey Lancers! It’s week 14 of the Courier newsletter. This week was a quieter one for Courier staff, but we’re still hard at work sharing what we know about the college’s centennial celebration, talking to the campus community about Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and reviewing new releases.

As always, don’t forget to check out pcccourier.com for this week’s top stories, a photo gallery from the May 21 campus walkout, and more!

News

In News, Managing Editor David Sosa and Assistant Features Editor Fern Rojas report that despite California's protective measures against censorship, local bans and challenges persist as part of the ongoing battle for academic and literary freedom. While cities like Huntington Beach and Fresno face growing efforts to ban books in libraries and schools, Pasadena is standing strong against book censorship with events like Banned Books Week. Read the full story to learn more!

Features

In Features, staff writer Mitchel Gaby wrote that trans and non-binary students at PCC are taking significant steps to change their names and gender markers through the Pride Center's annual "Name Change Clinic." In partnership with a local civil rights organization, this two-month workshop provides legal guidance and financial support to help students navigate the complex process. Check out the article below to read the full story!

Opinion

In Opinion, staff writer Gabriel Novoa wrote about Harrison Butker’s recent controversial commencement speech, saying that messages of “respect” from teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce reflect the NFL's history of tolerating bigotry fosters a culture of toxic masculinity. Read the full story to hear more!

Lifestyle

In Lifestyle, Video Editor Dante Estrada reviewed ​​"Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," writing that amidst a wave of unnecessary sequels and remakes, George Miller’s prequel brilliantly explores the titular character's journey and expands the series' world with jaw-dropping moments, stellar performances, and a slower, more immersive pace. Check out the full review below!

Sports

In Sports, Video Editor Dante Estrada profiled first-year PCC student Michael Petersen, who has dedicated a decade to swimming, and recently recorded the second-fastest breaststroke time in PCC history. Check out the full article to learn more about his journey and future goals!

Social Media

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