PRIDE CENTER
November 2025
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November, November
Dear Pride Center Friends,
We are winding down to the end of the Fall 2025 semester. Over the next 4-weeks of the semester we will be going into holiday breaks to rest, but as we return back to campus the looming final assignments, projects and final exams will be rolling in quickly the first two weeks of December. Until then, the Pride Center is open for students to take that break, use the space to study and commune with peers.
At the tail end of October and right into November it brought us into gatherings and remembrances that started with a cross campus collaboration for the Dia de los Muertos set up in the Quad. Pride also set up a small altar in the center for those who we always remember being a part of the Pride Center, Julia "Table" and Luis Cervantes, we placed marigolds, sweets and water for them - but honestly, this year felt like a rushed assembly of afterthoughts. Next year will be better…next year we will do better.
Earlier this month, we collaborated with Puente and The Writing Success Center on Queering Poetry, exploring Queer Futurism and Ekphrastic poetry, a conversation of art imagery and what a queer future could look like. We are thinking of going back in the Spring semester to revisit the idea. (Image above: Hector Hernandez, Bulca , 2015. 20x30 in. Collection of the artist. Courtesy of the artist and UCR ARTSblock - Mundos Alternos PST/LA Art Exhibit)
We do have some thoughtful programming set in place for November and we cannot wait to share, take a look at the list below - RSVP, Show Up and be amongst the community.
- Transfer Lab
- T-Time Support Group
- Transgender Day of Remembrance
- Friendsgiving Brunch+
And more…
Best,
Ana Bernal (they/them)
LGBTQIA+ Student Success Specialist
PCC Pride Center
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"Community College is the punk rock of higher education."
-Michelle Cruz Gonzales
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Pride Center Hours:
Fall:
Monday - Thursday 9:00am-2:00pm
Friday 9:00am-12:00pm
Our Resource Advocates will be on staff to help with any questions or connections on campus.
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The Pride Center and Transfer Center will be hosting the Transfer Lab, stop by if you need help with your application or a second pair of eyes to go over it.
If you haven't started on the application this is the best time to begin!
DATE: Wednesday, November 19th
TIME: 12-2:30 P.M.
LOCATION: R-202
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DAY: Thursday, November 20th
TIME: 12PM - 1PM
LOCATION: R-423
A space for trans, intersex, and non-binary students. We will be screening a short film, and then have snacks and a space to hangout. Our discussion that day will be a little more focused on trans remembrance.
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Transgender Day of Remembrance
DAY: Thursday, November 20th
TIME: 1PM - 2PM
LOCATION: R-423
A presentation on Trans History by PCC Students. And a short film screening.
We will be hosting light refreshments for Transgender Day of Remembrance in R-422.
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Friendsgiving Brunch+
DAY: Thursday, November 24th
TIME: 12PM - 2PM
LOCATION: R-422
We will be hosting a Friendsgiving Brunch+ at the Pride Center. A light Brunchy menu will be provided - please RSVP to reserve a spot.
RSVP HERE: Friendsgiving Brunch+
| | Pride Tutoring & Career Services! | | |
Need support in your Math, Science, English, or Writing? We got you!
Pride Center provides tutoring M, T, Th for various subjects!
English + Writing:
M: 11am-1pm
T: 11am-2pm
STEM + Math:
T: 12-3pm
W: 9am-10:30am, 12:30pm-4:00pm
Th: 12pm-2pm
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Meet your Pride Center Career Advisor,
Josie Malta!
Want to unlock your career potential? Josie can help!
- Discover major and career options that fit your passions
- Explore your skills, values, and interests
- Get personalized feedback on resumes and cover letters
- Learn how to use job search tools like LinkedIn and Handshake
- Find internships, volunteer, and job opportunities
- Apply for jobs and internships with confidence!
The Following Thursdays from 1pm-3pm in R-422
Nov 20th, Dec 4th
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Pride Scholar Corner
This corner will be dedicated to information sharing on Queer scholarly materials, opportunities and research.
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What are some common scholar attributes?
A "scholar" is someone who deeply engages with knowledge and learning, often through focused study, research, and contribution to a field of expertise.
Scholars share their findings and expertise in various ways, but an important aspect of being a scholar is finding your interest and voice in a topic of interest. Many scholars have intellectual honesty and approach claims with a critical eye and for some this is a life-long pursuit because of deep curiosity on a subject.
| | | | On-Campus Resources & Announcements | | Let's Get Ready to TRANSFERRRRRR! | | |
It is transfer season at PCC!
The PCC Transfer Center is there to help to get you where you need to go, whether it's to a CSU, UC, out-of-state or independent school, the PCC Transfer Center offers support, advisement and transfer events to help you get there!
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Contact the Transfer Center
CC-203
transfercenter@pasadena.edu
(626) 585-7287
Office Hours & Application Computer Lab:
Monday-Thursday 9am-5:30pm
Friday- 9am-4pm
Counseling Hours:
Monday- Thursday 10am-5:30pm
F- 9am-2pm (Transfer Advisement Only)
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Come and celebrate the Native/Indigenous business community at the Indigenous Makers Market!
DATE: Thursday, November 29th
TIME: 10AM-3PM
LOCATION: PCC Mirror Pools
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FYI: The following events are recommendations, and they are not collaborations with Pasadena City College Pride Center. We urge you to always be safe and responsible if attending any off-campus events.
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Community Events
Check out these fun activities happening around in the community.
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Pasadena Career Fair
DAY: Monday, November 10th
TIME: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
LOCATION: Marriott, Avenue Pasadena, CA 91103
Meet with Pasadena Employers. This is a recruitment event with employers involved in government, sales, retail, education, IT, engineering, healthcare, and much more! Professional dress and updated resumes are expected.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pasadena-career-fair-tickets-1124412210189?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
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Anime Pasadena
DAY: Saturday, November 8th & Sunday, November 9th
TIME: 10AM – 7PM & 10AM - 6PM
LOCATION: Pasadena Convention Center
Anime Pasadena is an annual two-day anime convention. The convention typically offers an arcade, artist alley, cosplay contest, fashion show, gaming tournaments, karaoke, kids' cosplay competition, live music, Maid Cafe, and vendors.
https://www.animepasadena.com/
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Free First Fridays at Norton Simon
DAY: Friday, November 7th
TIME: 4PM - 7PM
LOCATION: Norton Simon Museum
Enjoy free admission for all visitors on the first Friday of the month from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Bring your friends or family and enjoy free entrance to the galleries and garden. No reservations or advance tickets necessary.
https://www.nortonsimon.org/visit/visit-the-museum
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Part of what makes Pride Center event programming is so great is the amazing student volunteers that help support them be the best they can be!
Volunteering with us is an amazing opportunity that can provide you with immersive programming experience, transferrable skills, and potential references for future letters of recommendation!
The dates are not binding or indicative of specific upcoming events, more just gauging y'alls general availability.
We will always check up with you over email over the dates/times you indicated and make sure that sign-ups work well with your schedule and the logistic of the event(s) you would be volunteering for.
Sign Up Here: Pride Center Volunteers
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Sneak Peak for December 2025
Pride Center is getting ready to start a cozy queer book club for Winter Session.
Want in?
RSVP: Pride Center Queer Book Club
OK Pride Center folks! Be Good, Have Fun.
Pride Center Staff
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