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Upcoming Events
Get out the vote
Sunday, Sep 27 | 10:30 AM
Hosted By: PCC Faculty Association
& Hon. Alton Wang
Join us on September 27 for a special evening celebrating Pasadena City College. Steve, Kristine, Francis, the Faculty Association, and other PCC leaders are coming together for what should be a really great night with friends and supporters who care about the college and its future.
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Saturday, Oct 10 | 10:30 AM
Hosted By: Cecile Anderson
Come meet Francis, hear why he’s running, and share your thoughts about the future of Pasadena City College. It’s a great opportunity to connect with Francis and fellow community members in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Come say hello, bring your questions, and be part of the conversation.
TBDFeatured Local Press
Outlook
La Cañada Flintridge Resident Pollara Runs for Pasadena City College Board of Trustees
Pollara has received support from leaders across the community. Five of PCC’s seven current trustees have endorsed his candidacy, including Area 1 Trustee Sandra Chen Lau. Every member of the La Cañada Flintridge City Council and LCUSD Board of Education has also endorsed him, along with the PCC Faculty Association, labor organizations, and numerous community organizations.
Outlook Letter
Learn more about Francis Pollara and his campaign for Pasadena City College Trustee.
I am supporting Francis Pollara for Pasadena City College Trustee because I believe we deserve someone who understands our community, understands the value of education, and will make sure our connection to PCC continues to grow stronger.
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Pasadena City College’s push for zero-cost textbooks – A $150 textbook can wreck a student’s community college budget.
Pasadena City College is expanding its zero-cost textbook offerings through California’s state-funded Zero Textbook Cost program. With 15 pathways already in place and 24 expected by year’s end, PCC is making college more affordable for students.
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‘The promise we’re selling with a PCC credential has to be real’ – Francis Pollara
Former State Senator Carol Liu recently hosted a backyard gathering of educators, nonprofit leaders and neighbors, including Rep. Judy Chu, Sandra Chen Lau, the current Pasadena City College trustee for Area 1 and Pasadena's Vice Mayor Jess Rivas, for the campaign kickoff for candidate Francis Pollara.
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Francis Pollara Running for Pasadena City College Trustee Area 1 Seat
Francis Pollara, a Pasadena City College alumnus and infrastructure professional, is seeking election to the Pasadena City College Board of Trustees, Area 1
PASADENA NOW
Pollara Enters Pasadena City College Trustee Race, Setting Up Contest
A La Cañada Flintridge commissioner and college alumnus joins former board president Geoffrey Baum in the November 2026 contest
