A Full Circle for Palomar’s New Math, Science & Engineering Dean

A Full Circle for Palomar’s New Math, Science & Engineering Dean

Patricia Menchaca, who attended Palomar College in the late 1990s, becomes the institution’s newest academic dean. SAN MARCOS — As a first-generation college student, Patricia Menchaca came to Palomar College in her early 20s seeking a place where she could thrive....
Money-Saving Innovation a Sign of Facilities Team’s Dedication

Money-Saving Innovation a Sign of Facilities Team’s Dedication

SAN MARCOS — Since the onset of COVID-19 in March, the Facilities team at Palomar College has overcome unique challenges to maintain a mostly empty campus while meeting new sanitization and social distancing requirements. Some of the staff are working remotely, while...
Palomar Keeps Remote Learning in Place for Fall Semester

Palomar Keeps Remote Learning in Place for Fall Semester

With COVID-19 cases on the rise in California, Palomar College will maintain restrictions and continue with remote learning for all classes except Public Safety academies and the Nursing program. SAN MARCOS — The majority of classes at Palomar College will continue in...
Nursing Students Performing COVID-19 Screenings at Palomar

Nursing Students Performing COVID-19 Screenings at Palomar

Every essential employee, student and visitor is being screened for symptoms in drive-through stations staffed by student volunteers from the Nursing Department. SAN MARCOS — A new COVID-19 screening program has brought nursing students back to Palomar College after...
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...