Palomar Alum Making Good Waves in Los Angeles
Caitlin Cunningham transferred from Palomar to UCLA, and was recently named to the university’s Bruin Business 100. SAN MARCOS — When Caitlin Cunningham was in the 5th grade San Elijo Elementary School, she took a hip-hop dance class from Fit Kids America. After...
Foundation Announces Two New Endowed Scholarships
The Palomar College Foundation has established two new endowments following a $500,000 donation from Klaus Karsten Kirchhoff. SAN MARCOS — Local philanthropist Klaus Kirchhoff has donated $500,000 to establish two new scholarship funds through the Palomar College...
All Hands on Deck for ‘Summer of Safety’ at Palomar College
The District reinforces its commitment to physical safety following mass shootings and a growing national culture of threats, harassment and violence. SAN MARCOS — Remaining steadfast regarding the health and safety of its students and employees, Palomar College will...
Palomar’s Baseball Team Finishes Season in the Final Four
The team earned a spot in the CCCAA Final Four for the first time in seven years, following a stellar 37-11 season. SAN MARCOS — The Palomar Comets baseball team reached the state championship tournament for the first time since 2015 after sweeping Saddleback College...
Class of ‘22 Valedictorian Speaks of Many Obstacles Overcome
In many ways, Citlalli Solorio speaks for a class of graduates who earned most of their credits via remote learning due to the COVID-19 crisis. SAN MARCOS — When Citlalli Solorio’s name is announced as the Class of 2022 Valedictorian at Palomar College’s commencement...
MODA Fashion Show Returns to Campus With 2022 Lineup
Featuring more than 20 student designers, the annual show was held in the lobby of the Library/LRC at the San Marcos campus. SAN MARCOS — The popular MODA Fashion Show returned to campus on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 after two years off due to the COVID-19 pandemic,...
‘Palomar Made It Possible To Pursue My Dream Career in Aerospace’
Now on her way to an astronomy degree, Stefanie Storms not only weathered the pandemic while attending Palomar College, she furthered her leadership experience while becoming a NASA Scholar. SAN MARCOS — For Stefanie Storms, the dream of leaving Earth’s atmosphere and...
Arboretum Tour Set For May 7 Following Volunteer Clean-Up Effort
Friends of the Edwin and Frances Hunter Arboretum see a return to normal as the 10-acre preserve is prepared for upcoming community event. SAN MARCOS — Two years after the Edwin and Frances Hunter Arboretum was closed in the wake of statewide COVID-19 restrictions,...
Palomar Ranked Among Top 100 Media Programs in U.S.
The only two-year college to make the list, Palomar seeks to build on a legacy of excellence in a rapidly changing media landscape. SAN MARCOS — In mid-April, the Broadcast Education Association (BEA) published its inaugural Recognition of Institutional Excellence in...
Transitions Program Receives $172,000 Annual Grant
The funds from the Chancellor’s Office will ensure support for the program for currently and formerly incarcerated students at Palomar College through 2025. SAN MARCOS — The Transitions program at Palomar College will receive $172,000 a year from the California...