‘Palomar made it possible for me to pursue firefighting’

‘Palomar made it possible for me to pursue firefighting’

A former Olympian is preparing for the Palomar College Fire Academy after an eight-year professional volleyball career. SAN MARCOS — At the age of 31, Lynda Morales has already lived the kind of highlight reel most athletes only ever dream of, culminating in Rio de...
The education of a social worker: a comeback story

The education of a social worker: a comeback story

Eduardo Santana had a rough childhood and a rocky education until he came to Palomar College. “Palomar made it possible for me to achieve my dream of making a difference,” he says. SAN MARCOS — When Eduardo Santana graduated from Mission Hills High School in 2012, the...
Palomar graduates promoted at Poway Fire Department

Palomar graduates promoted at Poway Fire Department

Poway’s newly installed Fire Chief, Jon Canavan, reflects on his personal history with Palomar College—and the benefits of a top-notch academy to the region’s fire departments. POWAY — The fire chief’s office in the City of Poway looks out on Poway Creek, a greenway...
Brian Cahill presented with Palomar’s 2019 Comet Award

Brian Cahill presented with Palomar’s 2019 Comet Award

A long-time North County resident and construction-industry leader, Cahill received the award at the recent Palomar College Community Showcase Related: Palomar College Honors Local Heroes in Second Community Showcase (Palomar News) ESCONDIDO — As a business leader,...