Articles by Ava Prapaniku
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My future isn’t defined by a campus name
“She probably didn’t get in anywhere else, that’s why she chose community college.” This was the whisper I imagined behind every glance, every nod, every...
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Letter from the editors
Since 1968, the Panther Prowler has worked to inform the community of local events and developments–a goal that the 2024-2025 staff continues to follow. This...
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Youth voices will not be silenced
College students across the United States have jeopardized their chances of celebrating a traditional graduation season. USC canceled graduation citing concern for violent uprisings because...
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Love is in the air with 2024 Promposals
This year, juniors and seniors swept the dance floor on prom night as an exciting end to the school year. But, for the students who...
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Athletes find love at first climb
To the right, grab the yellow hold. That’s it. Move yourself up. Then the one to your left. Ignore the trembling hand. The climb is...
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Chumash Day gathering shines bright
The welcoming ambiance of musicians drumming and singing indigenous songs while dancers twirled in colorful outfits had the effect of luring anyone, not just natives,...
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What would make little you happy?
If someone was to peer into the life of 3rd grade Ava, they would see a little girl, sprinting her way upstairs the second she...
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Benjamin Pettingill’s memory carries on
On Feb. 9, the Airbus Eurocopter EC130 embarked on what was supposed to be a short trip from Palm Springs, California to Boulder, Nevada. Unfortunately,...
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Athletes sign away their next four years
As the pen hits the paper, several athletes watch as their next four years are signed into contract. With the hectic season of college applications...
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Spinning into the world of roller skating
Slip, fall, crash, cry, give up. Miss out on the sport that made the girl the world sees today, who she is. This could have...