Erika Wilhite Published: April 26, 2006 At the age of three, Adrian Coates knew that he wanted to be an artist. “[Art] just seemed important – I didn’t know why – when I was a child,” Coates said. “And to this day I still haven’t quite figured out why it’s so important to me except...
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The most highly recommended classes at PJC
Erika Wilhite Published: April 26, 2006 Perhaps all men are created equal, but all classes are not. While most classes at PJC fulfill their syllabus requirements and impart the necessary knowledge, certain courses stand above the rest. We have assembled a list of some of the most recommended courses offered at PJC, courses which are...
PJC students venture to St. Petersburg in search of art
Moria Dailey Published: April 26, 2006 I left PJC at an ungodly hour for the second time in the past year on April 7; the first was to leave for Italy, this time it was to leave for St. Petersburg for a twice cancelled honor’s trip. We left PJC at 3:30 a.m. and headed for...
Choosing a roomate, a decision you can live with
Melissa Howard Published: April 12, 2006 Have you ever awakened to a younger brother or sister screaming at the top of their lungs? Living with a bad roommate can be just as bothersome. When choosing a roommate, there are many factors that need to be taken into consideration. At PJC, regular students don’t have the...
Beakers or wetsuits?
Yonit Shames Published: April 12, 2006 Ask a student what he or she has done at PJC, and you’ll probably receive the usual, less-than-enthusiastic responses: “I’ve studied for college algebra tests,” “I’ve written three English papers,” or “I’ve memorized the names of all of Europe’s kings.” But if you’re lucky, you just might come across...
Blind, but not to ambition
Pamela Griswold Published: April 12, 2006 Lucretia Brown, 31, is a journalism student unlike any other. Like many students, Brown is close to finishing her degree. Like many journalists, she voices her opinions and seeks opportunities to inform the public of the world that surrounds them. Unlike the rest of the student population, Brown is...
State funded program determined to improve literacy
Kristen Bailey Published: April 12, 2006 The Adult Base Education program is opening doors for students in pursuit of a higher education. The program allows students to attend free classes, with flexible course schedules, in order to obtain their GED or a state issued diploma. Additionally, the ABE program provides classes for students who are...
Taking back the night remembers abuse victims
Erika Wilhite Published: April 12, 2006 On April 6 the University of West Florida hosted Take Back the Night, the largest event of Sexual Abuse Awareness Week. A barbecue dinner took place on Cannon Green; live local bands played throughout the evening, punctuated by guest speakers, including PJC president Tom Delaino and UWF provost Sandra...
Identity theft ring operating from PJC counseling center
Yonit Shames Published: March 29 2006 Concerns about student privacy at the Student Center’s counseling area peaked yesterday when police confirmed that an identity theft ring has been stealing student information for use in vegetable farming brochures. Chief of Police Geraldo Fordo said in a statement yesterday that as many as 20 victims have been...
Behind The Storm: Katrina Exclusive
Sahara Locke Published: March 29, 2006 Everyone has heard of people who were addicted to something, whether it was drugs, alcohol, shopping or whatever else they felt that they were incapable of stopping. But often overlooked an addiction of another form, an addiction that affects so many people at one time in a matter of...