Former Palomar Comet’s engineering job is out of this world

Former Palomar Comet’s engineering job is out of this world

Yuri Rodea’s love of physics began at Palomar College. Now he’s contributing to a project to put a camera with a zoom lens on the Mars 2020 rover. SAN MARCOS — Very few people can say that they helped build something that went into orbit, let alone to another planet,...
Army veteran recalls inspiring journey at Palomar

Army veteran recalls inspiring journey at Palomar

Nicholas Williams arrived in 2014 planning to get in and get out; this May, he’ll graduate with a 3.8 GPA on his way to San Diego State University. SAN MARCOS — When Nicholas Williams walks across the stage at graduation this May, he will receive his third, fourth and...
Women’s basketball coach at Palomar reflects on stellar seasons

Women’s basketball coach at Palomar reflects on stellar seasons

Named PCAC Coach of the Year for the fourth time in six seasons, Leigh Marshall and the top-seeded Comets have worked hard to stay on top. SAN MARCOS — Twenty-eight and one. Twenty-eight times this season, Leigh Marshall’s basketball team walked off the court with a...
Palomar student tells his story to raise awareness of depression

Palomar student tells his story to raise awareness of depression

For Luke Maxwell and others at Palomar College working to destigmatize mental health issues, the resources are better than ever. SAN MARCOS — The depression came on slow and strong, a silent monster that Luke Maxwell spent his early teen years keeping inside. He grew...
Palomar Promise students on path to success

Palomar Promise students on path to success

As the first Promise students enter their second semester, many are well on their way to meeting their higher education goals—without the financial burden. Applications for 2018-19 are due March 2. SAN MARCOS — As students and faculty returned to Palomar College for...