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From ESL to Architecture, Palomar alum still pursuing his goals

July 11, 2019

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“Palomar made it possible for me to determine my path to a rewarding career.” SAN MARCOS — From his first English class at Palomar College to his walk across the stage to receive his Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), the path that Abelino Gregorio started following more than a decade ago on this campus has led…
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Arboretum upgrades include better trails, groundwater well

July 5, 2019

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Pictured above: Palomar College Manager of Construction and Facilities Planning Dennis Astl, left, and Grounds Services Supervisor Tony Rangel discuss one of the trees near the newly refurbished trail in the college’s arboretum. A long-awaited set of improvements to the 10-acre Edwin & Frances Hunter Arboretum at Palomar College are nearly complete, as crews remake…
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Fall ‘19 Enrollment Opens with New Programs, New Options for Students

July 5, 2019

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Fall classes begin Monday, August 19, with brand new certificates and programs for students to choose from, including programs that can be completed in one semester. SAN MARCOS, CA ― The fall semester arrives next month at Palomar College with a variety of exciting new course offerings for students. Enrollment is open now and will…
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Fully charged: Palomar alum launches electrical engineering career

July 3, 2019

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‘Palomar made it possible for me to earn my Bachelor of Science in a highly challenging field.’ SAN MARCOS — Jose Valencia graduated high school in 2007 like so many other students: not knowing what to do next, let alone what to do with the rest of his life. Fast forward 12 years, and Valencia…
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Palomar student gets a head-start in Diesel Technology

June 24, 2019

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“Palomar made it possible for me to get a job in a male-dominated industry.” SAN MARCOS — For Ingrid Putman, the decision to pursue a career working on diesel-powered machines came easy. Born and raised in San Marcos, Putman grew up watching her father drive semi trucks and tackle complex mechanical projects. “I’ve always been…
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Palomar’s PCTV & Students Bring Home Nine Emmy Awards

June 21, 2019

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In the latest round of awards for the college’s Media Studies Department and in-house production staff, five students land top honors. Palomar College Television’s documentary, Shattered Dreams, also wins big, including “Best Documentary.” Pictured at the Emmy Awards ceremony on Saturday, June 15 are, left to right, Palomar College Dean of Arts, Media, and Business…
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‘Palomar made it possible for me to transfer to my dream school’

June 17, 2019

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Kena Haun grew up on a farm in Southern Indiana and never went to high school. She came to Palomar in 2017, graduated last month with a 4.0 grade-point average, and will transfer to UC Berkeley this fall. SAN MARCOS — It was a cold day in Palmyra, Ind. when Kena Haun packed her car…
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$375,000 in Scholarships Awarded to Palomar College Students at Honors Night

June 7, 2019

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During commencement week, hundreds of students and supporters gathered for the annual distribution of scholarships, an inspiring ceremony to recognize some of Palomar’s stellar students and award financial support. Pictured above: Palomar College scholarship recipients pose with Jerry Stein, center, who attended Honors Night to represent a $200,000 scholarship endowment established in 1992 by his…
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