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From recovery to research, ‘Palomar has changed my life’

August 5, 2019

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“Palomar made it possible for me to pursue my dream of helping people through research.” SAN MARCOS — When Joel Marroquin came to Palomar College at the age of 33, it was still difficult for him to walk. He had broken his back six months earlier in a workplace injury that forced him to re-evaluate…
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Daylight and fresh air: Leading the way in energy efficiency

August 2, 2019

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With its passive design features and a solar array being installed, the Maintenance and Operations (M&O) Building at Palomar College has won more sustainability awards than any other recent project on campus. Pictured above: The Operations wing of the M&O Building is outfitted with the first solar panels of a planned 180 KW installation on…
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Academy recruit has served with Palomar Police since 2006

July 29, 2019

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“Palomar made it possible for me to fulfill my dream of serving in law enforcement.” SAN MARCOS — Fourteen years ago, Jesus Montes came to Palomar College fresh out of high school and enrolled in his first Criminal Justice class. Within the year, he was manning the radio as a part-time dispatcher for the Palomar…
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USMC vet, mother of two recalls hard-earned success at Palomar

July 18, 2019

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“Palomar made it possible for me to earn my transfer degree while raising kids and using VA Benefits.” SAN MARCOS — When Lydia Keaty first arrived at Palomar College, the mother of two had already served five years in the Marine Corps, traveled the world, and discovered the career she wanted to pursue. Now all…
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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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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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