Frequently Asked Questions
These are some frequently asked questions about anime in general
Q: What is Anime?
A: Well...that depends on who you talk to. In most of the world they will tell you that it is Japanese Animation. However, in Japan Anime is anything that is animated regardless of where it's from.
Q: What is the Palomar College Anime Club?
A: Founded in 2000 by Brian Gordon, the Anime club is a non-profit Palomar College ASG club which holds weekly Anime screenings during the Spring and Fall semesters. The club currently meets on Friday at the San Marcos campus in room Md-316, from 2:00pm to 10:00pm. Membership is open to all current Palomar College students.
Q: What is the club's mission statement?
A: To promote the arts that are related to Japanese Animation.
Q: How do I get to the club?A: The San Marcos campus is located here:
Palomar College: San Marcos
1140 W. Mission Rd.
San Marcos, C.A. 92069
The club room is located in room MD-316, which is in the third floor of the multidisciplinary building.
Q: Is there a limit on what the club can or cannot watch?
A: Yes. We don't allow any adult titles (Hentai). Also, anything that would receive a 17+ rating will only be shown during the last half of club (6pm-10pm).
Q: Who is the club advisor?
A: The advisor is Mr. Bill Jahnel.
Q: Who are the current club officials?
A: The current President is Anthony Sciacca. The Vice President is Eric Pacheco and the Secretary is Ugo Moso.
Q: Do you show subbed or dubbed Anime?
A: We mostly watch subtitled Anime. However, If there is a majority vote then we will show an english dub.
Q: How does the club decide what to watch?
A: During the first meeting of each semester we preview the first episode from several titles that club members bring in. The club votes on what titles they want to continue watching and a schedule is made for the rest of the semester.
Q: Can I bring my own Anime to club for others to watch?
A: Sure! We welcome any contributions from club members. If you want the club to preview your title, bring it during the first meeting of the semester. If it has not been seen at the club after 2008, then we will allow it to be shown.
Q: What have you shown since the club's founding?
A: The list of Anime we have shown is here. Currently this only goes back to 2005. We are currently in the process of updating it.(It's a never-ending process)
