From ESL to Architecture, Palomar alum still pursuing his goals
“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...
Arboretum upgrades include better trails, groundwater well
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...
Fully charged: Palomar alum launches electrical engineering career
‘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...
Palomar student gets a head-start in Diesel Technology
“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...
‘Palomar made it possible for me to transfer to my dream school’
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...
Emmy-winning media student has a story to tell
Angy Moran, who appears on the cover of Summer 2019 Class Schedule, shares about overcoming depression and learning the tools of her trade at Palomar College. SAN MARCOS — By the time Angy Moran’s bright smile went up on a Palomar College billboard beside Highway 78...
Meet Palomar’s Valedictorian: Active-duty and ambitious
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...
Palomar students meet judges at courthouse event
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...
Paralympic champion inspires students with his story
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...
Palomar alumna serving first term on City Council
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...