Foundation Announces Two New Endowed Scholarships

Foundation Announces Two New Endowed Scholarships

The Palomar College Foundation has established two new endowments following a $500,000 donation from Klaus Karsten Kirchhoff. SAN MARCOS — Local philanthropist Klaus Kirchhoff has donated $500,000 to establish two new scholarship funds through the Palomar College...
All Hands on Deck for ‘Summer of Safety’ at Palomar College

All Hands on Deck for ‘Summer of Safety’ at Palomar College

The District reinforces its commitment to physical safety following mass shootings and a growing national culture of threats, harassment and violence. SAN MARCOS — Remaining steadfast regarding the health and safety of its students and employees, Palomar College will...
Palomar College Raises Progress Pride Flag on Campus

Palomar College Raises Progress Pride Flag on Campus

SAN MARCOS, CA (June 1, 2022) — Palomar College became the first community college in San Diego and Imperial Counties to raise the Progress Pride flag during a ceremony to observe the beginning of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex,...
Palomar College Celebrates Class of 2022 in Annual Commencement

Palomar College Celebrates Class of 2022 in Annual Commencement

Approximately 400 graduates took part in the first in-person ceremony since 2019, with Superintendent/President Dr. Star Rivera-Lacey presiding and hundreds of faculty, friends and family members in attendance. SAN MARCOS, CA (May 27, 2022) — In a ceremony filled with...
Palomar’s Baseball Team Finishes Season in the Final Four

Palomar’s Baseball Team Finishes Season in the Final Four

The team earned a spot in the CCCAA Final Four for the first time in seven years, following a stellar 37-11 season. SAN MARCOS — The Palomar Comets baseball team reached the state championship tournament for the first time since 2015 after sweeping Saddleback College...
Class of ‘22 Valedictorian Speaks of Many Obstacles Overcome

Class of ‘22 Valedictorian Speaks of Many Obstacles Overcome

In many ways, Citlalli Solorio speaks for a class of graduates who earned most of their credits via remote learning due to the COVID-19 crisis. SAN MARCOS — When Citlalli Solorio’s name is announced as the Class of 2022 Valedictorian at Palomar College’s commencement...