Woodworking student hand-crafting a career in North County
The 21-year-old Vista resident grew up helping his father on landscaping jobs. Today, with skills learned at Palomar College, he is pursuing a passion for working with his hands. SAN MARCOS — Misael Venancio came to Palomar College with a vague plan to study computer...
Student leader found her voice at Palomar College
As Amber Bancroft settles into her year as Associated Student Government (ASG) President, she has her sights set on a career in Biomedical Engineering. SAN MARCOS — When the fall semester began, the students at Palomar College were newly represented by a 21-year-old...
New director for Palomar’s thriving EME program
The job market for paramedics is projected to grow by 25 percent in the next five years. At Palomar College, Sarah DeSimone leads a team that’s training the next generation of life-savers. ESCONDIDO — For Sarah DeSimone, the memorable patients come to mind quickly and...
New education centers drive enrollment growth at Palomar College
Enrollments are up across Palomar Community College District, as fall semester numbers exceed expectations at Fallbrook’s North Education Center and the South Education Center in Rancho Bernardo. NORTH COUNTY — The number of Full-Time Equivalent students enrolled at...
Mini refrigerators deployed across campus with snacks, water for students
Provided by a grant from the North County Food Bank, a fleet of mini refrigerators is Palomar’s latest innovation to meet the needs of students and address food insecurity. SAN MARCOS — To be successful in college, students require academic support, health services, a...
Back to school with seventeen new faculty at Palomar
From Computer Science to Childhood Development, the new full-time faculty are bringing fresh ideas and diverse experiences to Palomar College. SAN MARCOS — Palomar College began the fall semester this year with 17 new educators, a diverse group of full-time faculty...
Life at Palomar College: an app for that
Palomar’s smartphone app integrates core services, student email, maps, alerts, and more, with student downloads picking up at a rapid pace. SAN MARCOS — For many students, Palomar College represents the first step into higher education, with a variety of new...
Legoland costume virtuoso found her creative community at Palomar College
Yoli Bennett brings Lego mini-figures to life for Legoland parks across the globe. When she was already an established master of her craft, she sought out Palomar’s fashion program and remains one of its biggest fans. CARLSBAD — Children love them. Adults sometimes...
Palomar debuts ‘Gig Economy’ certificate to boost upstart entrepreneurs
Students can earn the certification in one semester by taking three classes, including an internship with a local business. SAN MARCOS — A new program being rolled out this fall at Palomar College’s Rancho Bernardo campus aims to give students a head start in the...
Apprenticeship program to focus on transportation tech
With a new apprenticeship program in Intelligent Transportation Systems, Palomar is training a new class of electricians to connect the roadways of tomorrow. SAN MARCOS — With the rise of “smart cars” and a proliferation of roadway technology enabling safer, smoother...