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Summer Semester Enrollment Now Open at Palomar College

May 2, 2019

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First classes of the summer begin Tuesday, May 28, with multiple start dates at the San Marcos campus; the Rancho Bernardo, Escondido and Fallbrook centers; and education sites across the district. SAN MARCOS, CA ― With longer days and warmer weather around the corner, Palomar College is gearing up for the summer semester, with flexible…
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Meet Palomar’s Valedictorian: Active-duty and ambitious

May 1, 2019

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Petty Officer 2nd Class Jose Miguel Chevalier earned his Associate degree while serving in the Navy. Now he’s looking to life after the service, with his sights set on medical school. SAN MARCOS — As a boy growing up in the Dominican Republic, Jose Miguel Chevalier knew a plastic surgeon. He recalls how the doctor…
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Palomar students meet judges at courthouse event

April 22, 2019

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Over lunch and in small group sessions with judges at the Vista courthouse, students hear firsthand what it’s like to preside over a courtroom. VISTA — Gathered in the jury lounge on Friday, April 12, dozens of students from Palomar College spent the lunch hour meeting with judges in a whirlwind session of mentoring and…
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Paralympic champion inspires students with his story

April 19, 2019

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Palomar College brought four-time Olympian Lex Gillette to campus this week to tell his story and encourage students to persevere. SAN MARCOS — During a special event on Wednesday, April 17, students at Palomar College filled a room on campus to hear Paralympic Gold Medalist Elexis “Lex” Gillette tell his inspirational story of overcoming blindness…
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U.S. Postal Service Unveils Stamp Series at Palomar’s Cactus Garden

April 15, 2019

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The new series features specimens found among the 4,000-plus species in the college’s collection, which was the site of Monday’s unveiling ceremony. Pictured above, left to right: Palomar College Grounds Services Supervisor Tony Rangel; Palomar College Superintendent/President Dr. Joi Lin Blake; USPS Marketing Manager Christine Carmichael; and USPS San Diego Postmaster Lisa Baldwin. SAN MARCOS,…
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New Maintenance and Operations Buildings Opened at Palomar

April 12, 2019

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Already a celebrated fixture on the San Marcos campus, the Maintenance and Operations (M&O) complex combines energy-saving features with a host of functional upgrades for the college’s Facilities Department. Pictured above, left to right: Palomar College Governing Board Trustee Norma Miyamoto; Trustee Nina Deerfield; Board Vice President Dr. John Halcón; and Superintendent/President Dr. Joi Lin…
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United States Postal Service to Unveil Stamp Series at Palomar Cactus Garden

April 11, 2019

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What: Unveiling ceremony for the new United States Postal Service (USPS) Forever Cactus Flowers Stamp Series. When: Monday, April 15, 2019 11:30 a.m. Where: Palomar College 1140 W. Mission Road San Marcos, CA 92069 Event Details: Please join us at the Palomar College Cactus & Succulent Garden as the USPS San Diego District Office unveils…
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Palomar alumna serving first term on City Council

April 5, 2019

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María Nuñez grew up in San Marcos, learned English in the city’s schools, studied at Palomar College and went on to a career in law. Now she’s serving her first term on the San Marcos City Council. SAN MARCOS — On her path to Palomar College, María Nuñez went through the San Marcos school system,…
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