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Cannabis campus guide

Cannabis on campus: Everything student users need to know By Taylor Lobb @TAYLORLOBB While state residents can now legally smoke a joint or hit their wax pen when they please, the students of Las Positas are limited when on campus. No, the legalized recreational…

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The fight against the deadly flu

By Elizabeth Joy @ELIZABE53603091 On January 4th, 2018 the 40-year-old mother of three, Katie Oxley Thomas, died just four days after being diagnosed with the flu virus, according to ABC 7 News. Residing in San Jose, the blonde-haired, blue eyed Thomas lead a healthy lifestyle.…

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Plans for better campus parking

By Elijah Kutsenda Las Positas College is developing its campus according to the Facilities Master Plan released in 2012. The campus has already seen improvements with the construction of the 100 building but can also expect to see several new buildings in the…

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Remembering LPC faculty members

In memory in Ethan Castor By Vanessa Luis @VANESSAMLUIS On Nov. 15, 2017 Las Positas unexpectedly lost a dear family member, Mr. Ethan Castor. He was 38 years old. Castor had been with Las Positas in some capacity for nearly 20 years—first as a student,…

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Remembering LPC faculty members

In memory of Dennis Nelson By Blake Sperling @RATIO_ There are some people who were born solely for the purpose of impacting the lives of others. Those who think selflessly and acquire fulfillment from attributing to others success and accomplishments. These rare kinds of individuals…

Culture Opinion by LPC Express May 22, 2014

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Editorial: Editor-in-chief finishes at LPC on a high note

The 2014 valedictorian of Las Positas College is one of our own. Yes, we’re bragging. We confess to the shameless self-promotion. But once you learn about Bekka Wiedenmeyer, it will be clear why we strayed from traditional objectivity. Her impressiveness goes way beyond her…

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Student health resource alleviates stress

Will TannerManaging EditorStress is nothing new to college students. Juggling classes, study time and work can quickly lead to added stress in life. Add in being financially responsible and there is a recipe for “burning out.” Nestled in the 1700 building, the Student Health…

Culture Features by LPC Express December 14, 2013

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Beer one of the most diverse and awesome drinks in the world

Kalama HinesFeatures EditorLager. Ale. Stout. Porter. With all the colors, flavors and depths there’s a beer for everyone. According to the History Channel Magazine, the first proof of beer is dated back to 3400 B.C. in Sumer, an ancient city found where modern…

Culture News by LPC Express December 14, 2013

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Two fires strike LPC in short time period

Brandon ClutterStaff WriterTwo fires in a week at Las Positas College caused evacuations while students were prepping for finals. On Wednesday, Dec. 4, a fire broke out in the back of the main theater of the Mertes Center for the Arts. According to the…

Culture by LPC Express December 14, 2013

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Three years after completion, amphitheater still seldom used

Brianna GuilloryStaff WriterIt’s large. It’s grassy. It’s the elephant in the room. The Mertes Center for the Arts outdoor amphitheater was constructed as a companion piece to the building’s indoor Main Stage Theater. A tunnel was even constructed to connect the two stages to…

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