5C Prison Abolition hosts jazz and poetry concerts

Words by Spencer Wu-Chin PZ ’28 Graphic by Blue Byrnes PZ ’27 On April 17 and April 18, the 5C Prison Abolition Collective hosted Freedom First, a jazz and poetry concert series that tours the country. Freedom First is the project of Catalan jazz pianist Albert Marqùes and writer, activist, and poet Keith Lamar, who describe their shows as “a call for justice, an invitation … Continue reading 5C Prison Abolition hosts jazz and poetry concerts

Understanding Pitzer’s finances

By Soren van Loben Sels PZ ’28 If there’s one sentiment we at Pitzer share about our college’s finances, it is that we lack them. To talk about money and where it comes from, we sat down with the newest member of Pitzer’s administration, new VP of advancement: Bob Fass This interview transcript has been edited for clarity and concision. The Outback: How would you … Continue reading Understanding Pitzer’s finances

United Families for Justice

An interview with the Cachua family

Words by Maya Olson PZ ’25 On May 30, 2024, Hugo Cachua was shot to death by an off-duty LAPD officer in Ontario. Founded by Cachua’s sister, Melissa Miramontes, United Families for Justice (UFJ) is, according to their website, “a family based community dedicated to supporting families like ours who have lost loved ones to police violence and state-sanctioned brutality. We seek truth, demand justice, … Continue reading An interview with the Cachua family