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The utility named Palomar College for its annual Excellence in Energy Leadership Award, following the first year of operations in a highly-efficient new building complex at the San Marcos campus. SAN MARCOS — Palomar College has won an Excellence in Energy Leadership Award from San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) for its Maintenance & Operations…

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The incoming head of Information Services previously worked at Palomar, and brings his experience managing the technical challenges of the COVID-19 crisis to the district. SAN MARCOS — As the new Director of Information Services (IS), Michael Day is set to take over an array of crucial technical operations made even more important by the…

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The virtual event explored a year of student success amid the challenges of the COVID-19 health crisis, while honoring supporters and highlighting the new Cybersecurity program. SAN MARCOS — The Palomar College Foundation hosted its third annual Community Showcase, entitled “Exploring the Possibilities,” on Wednesday, Jan. 27 in a virtual event that featured a variety…

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After a site visit in December, the state accrediting committee unanimously voted to renew the program’s five-year accreditation. SAN MARCOS — The Fire Technology program at Palomar College—which includes the widely recognized Fire Academy in San Marcos—is on track for re-accreditation after unanimous approval by the Statewide Training and Education Advisory Committee (STEAC) on Jan.…

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Starting this fall, San Diego State University will offer two online bachelor degree programs, based at the Palomar College Rancho Bernardo Education Center. RANCHO BERNARDO — As soon as August 2021, San Diego State University (SDSU) will begin offering two bachelor degree programs from the Palomar College Rancho Bernardo Education Center, after both institutions signed…

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The new photovoltaic system will provide enough electricity to make the center “net-zero,” furthering the district’s commitment to sustainability and reducing energy costs. FALLBROOK — A new solar energy system at the Palomar College Fallbrook Education Center was activated following approval by SDG&E in early December 2020, expanding the college’s portfolio of sustainable power resources.…

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Decades of work to make the college more inclusive and diverse came to a head in June 2020 with the Black Lives Matter protests that swept the U.S. The second half of the year saw the beginning of landmark changes on campus. Pictured above: Eugene Whitlock, J.D., speaks to Palomar College faculty, staff and administrators…

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