Category: Features

As Amber Bancroft settles into her year as Associated Student Government (ASG) President, she has her sights set on a career in Biomedical Engineering. SAN MARCOS — When the fall semester began, the students at Palomar College were newly represented by a 21-year-old woman, Amber Bancroft, who has been deeply involved on campus for the…

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The job market for paramedics is projected to grow by 25 percent in the next five years. At Palomar College, Sarah DeSimone leads a team that’s training the next generation of life-savers. ESCONDIDO — For Sarah DeSimone, the memorable patients come to mind quickly and vividly. There was the gentleman who was having a heart…

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Enrollments are up across Palomar Community College District, as fall semester numbers exceed expectations at Fallbrook’s North Education Center and the South Education Center in Rancho Bernardo. NORTH COUNTY — The number of Full-Time Equivalent students enrolled at Palomar College in the current semester rose by approximately 2 percent, compared with fall 2017, district officials…

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Provided by a grant from the North County Food Bank, a fleet of mini refrigerators is Palomar’s latest innovation to meet the needs of students and address food insecurity. SAN MARCOS — To be successful in college, students require academic support, health services, a supportive campus community, and a variety of other ingredients that contribute…

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From Computer Science to Childhood Development, the new full-time faculty are bringing fresh ideas and diverse experiences to Palomar College. SAN MARCOS — Palomar College began the fall semester this year with 17 new educators, a diverse group of full-time faculty who offer students a variety of career experience, pioneering skills and innovative ideas. “There’s…

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Palomar’s smartphone app integrates core services, student email, maps, alerts, and more, with student downloads picking up at a rapid pace. SAN MARCOS — For many students, Palomar College represents the first step into higher education, with a variety of new procedures, challenges and experiences. Now Palomar has its own smartphone app to make campus…

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Yoli Bennett brings Lego mini-figures to life for Legoland parks across the globe. When she was already an established master of her craft, she sought out Palomar’s fashion program and remains one of its biggest fans. CARLSBAD — Children love them. Adults sometimes try to disguise their love for them. Theme park directors are particularly…

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Students can earn the certification in one semester by taking three classes, including an internship with a local business. SAN MARCOS — A new program being rolled out this fall at Palomar College’s Rancho Bernardo campus aims to give students a head start in the brave new world of self employment—a growing category of businesses…

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