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Hanna Anderson has dreamed of becoming an architect since she was a ninth grader growing up in Sweden. Her innovative design for a community center, developed in her architecture class at Palomar College, recently was honored by a national organization of architects. Anderson, 22, was the only community college student selected for a Student Design…

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Under the theme “Sparks of Possibilities,” the 2026 Palomar College Community Showcase drew over 300 guests—including civic and business leaders, educators, and community partners—to the California Center for the Arts in Escondido. The gathering highlighted how the powerful combination of education and philanthropy fuels regional growth, strengthens the workforce, and accelerates student success. Interim Superintendent/President…

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Students in Palomar College’s Media Studies department have long been receiving armfuls of Emmys for their works in film and television, but some recent calculations showed just how impressive their results have been. The student Emmys are awarded by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, which recognizes excellence in student production.   Scott…

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After Kailani Flournoy set a new rebound record for Palomar College’s women’s basketball team, she said it’s not an accomplishment that she achieved alone. Flournoy had 26 rebounds in the January 23 game against San Diego City College, beating a college record last set in 1992, and contributing to the team’s 82-56 win. She says…

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Dennis Astl, the manager of construction and facilities planning at Palomar College, has been selected as a Climate Action Fellow by the California Community College Chancellor’s Office.  Climate Action Fellows support the activities associated with the Vision 2030 Climate Action plan. Astl was one of four community college employees in the state selected for this…

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With Palomar College instructor David Hamilton as head coach, the U.S. basketball team won gold at the 2025 Deaflympics, the worldwide sporting event held for deaf athletes. The U.S. team defeated Ukraine 69-59 in the final to win the top medal at the Deaflympics held in Tokyo in November. Hamilton, an American Sign Language instructor at…

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Luis Aguilar had never heard of the job of technical director at a television station until he took an introductory digital broadcast class at Palomar College. “I didn’t really know what I was getting into,” Aguilar said. “After the first time, I fell in love with it.” Aguilar’s perseverance in pursuing his new career interest…

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Almost 200 people attended an event on the Palomar College campus held October 27 highlighting the close relationship between California community colleges and historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Palomar College was the first stop for the 2025 CCC to HBCU Fall Caravan.  The Caravan will continue north as it makes its way through California. …

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