Palomar’s Police Academy Ceases Carotid Restraint Training

Palomar’s Police Academy Ceases Carotid Restraint Training

In the wake of a national debate about policing tactics, Palomar College’s law enforcement trainees will no longer learn how to perform the controversial carotid restraint hold. SAN MARCOS — Cadets at the Palomar College Police Academy are no longer being trained how...
Palomar Military Leadership Program Will Launch in Fall 2020

Palomar Military Leadership Program Will Launch in Fall 2020

With final approval from the state Chancellor’s Office, Marines in leadership training will be able to articulate their five-week classroom experience and on-the-job training into Palomar College credit. SAN MARCOS — An innovative new program providing Palomar College...
Palomar Welcomes New Head of Student Services

Palomar Welcomes New Head of Student Services

Vikash Lakhani assumes new role as Assistant Superintendent/Vice President of Student Services at Palomar College. SAN MARCOS — The new Assistant Superintendent/Vice President of Student Services at Palomar College, Dr. Vikash Lakhani, began his duties on Wednesday,...
For Two Palomar Alumni, a Story Hits Close to Home

For Two Palomar Alumni, a Story Hits Close to Home

The author of “My Daddy Slays Dragons” and her husband—the firefighter on whose experiences the book is based—both attended Palomar College. RAMONA — In June 2008, Ehren Kahle left his wife, Stephanie, and two young children at home and loaded up with other members of...
For Palomar’s Valedictorian, Higher Education Was a Long-Shot

For Palomar’s Valedictorian, Higher Education Was a Long-Shot

“Palomar made it possible for me to explore new subjects and find my true passion.” SAN MARCOS — Growing up in a conservative immigrant family, Jennifer Corona was not encouraged to think about her higher education, let alone leave the house and go off to college. So...