Tuesday & Wednesday
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are there really no classes scheduled during College Hour?
Palomar College is intentional in not scheduling classes during College Hour. On occasion there may be a class, due to the amount of weekly instruction hours required, that may overlap slightly with the College Hour by a few minutes.
Who approves an activity or event to happen during College Hour?
College Hour is not a program or office. It is a designated timeframe each week that college engagement activities are encouraged. Departments, student clubs/organizations, and others are encouraged to plan activities as they normally do, and are encouraged to schedule events during College Hour, if possible. No one approves or denies events scheduled during College Hour.
How can I find out what is happening during College Hour?
The best resource to know what’s happening during College Hour, and overall, at Palomar College, is the Palomar College Events Calendar.
If I don’t want to attend or plan an event or activity during College Hour, what else can I do?
There are plenty of additional things you can do during College Hour:
- Visit a faculty member during office hours
- Grab lunch with friends
- Visit a campus office to complete college business (financial aid, counseling, special support program, bookstore, student health center, etc.)
- Visit the Learning Resource Center to study or receive academic tutoring
- Just take a break between classes! You can relax on the lawn by the clock tower, visit the Palomar College Arboretum, or stay active by walking around the track on the practice field.
How can faculty support College Hour?
Palomar College faculty are encouraged to attend College Hour events or activities. It provides a way to engage students outside of the classroom. Faculty can also use College Hour to offer their office hours or supplemental academic support, such as tutoring or study labs.