A year ago, Avery Laws knew almost nothing about geology. Now, because of a class she took at Palomar College, she’s planning to become a geologist. Laws signed up for the geology class taught by Professor Sean Figg because she had to fill a hole in her Spring 2024 schedule. She was soon captivated by…  Continue Reading: Palomar College Geology Student Earns Prestigious Scholarship The post Palomar College Geology Student Earns Prestigious Scholarship appeared first on Palomar News.

The accolades keep coming in for Palomar College softball player Breanna Lutz, who was recently named State Athlete of the Year by the California College Sports Information Association. It is just the second time that a softball player has been selected for the award. The latest honor comes on top of numerous other awards for…  Continue Reading: Palomar College Softball Player Receives Top Accolade The post Palomar College Softball Player Receives Top Accolade appeared first on Palomar News.

Palomar College has been approved to offer a new bachelor’s degree in building performance and environmental design that will allow graduates to find jobs in the design and operation of climate-responsive buildings. The bachelor’s degree, available in Fall 2026, is the first time that Palomar College will be offering a baccalaureate degree in addition to…  Continue Reading: Palomar College To Offer Bachelor’s Degree in Fall 2026 The post Palomar College To Offer Bachelor’s Degree in Fall 2026 appeared first on Palomar News.

When two world-ranked rugby teams needed a place to scrimmage, they turned to Palomar College for the chance to practice their sport on an outstanding field. Daniel Lynds, Director of Athletics at Palomar College, said he was contacted by Andre Bosier, former general manager for the San Diego Legion rugby team, who was looking for…  Continue Reading: Palomar College Athletic Facility Gets International Attention The post Palomar College Athletic Facility Gets International Attention appeared first on Palomar News.

SAN MARCOS (May 23, 2025) – Earlier this evening, Palomar College held its commencement ceremony in the brand new football stadium, to honor graduates receiving degrees and certificates that exemplify the determination and perseverance of their educational journey. A total of 2,913 graduates will be awarded 4,516 degrees and certificates, with many students receiving multiple…  Continue Reading: Palomar College Celebrates Over 2,900 Graduates The post Palomar College Celebrates Over 2,900 Graduates appeared first on Palomar News.

Growing up in Germany, Lea Bronson never dreamed of the path that her life has taken: a full life with her husband in San Diego County, and a thriving academic journey at Palomar College culminating with her selection as the 2025 valedictorian and will be recognized at the Palomar College commencement ceremony on May 23…  Continue Reading: Palomar College Names 2025 Valedictorian The post Palomar College Names 2025 Valedictorian appeared first on Palomar News.

For hundreds of students at Palomar College, scholarships offered by the Palomar College Foundation are more than just financial support. They are a beacon of hope, enabling students to focus on their studies without the heavy burden of financial stress. Applications for scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year opened on May 5 and remain open…  Continue Reading: 2025-26 Scholarship Season Starts at Palomar College The post 2025-26 Scholarship Season Starts at Palomar College appeared first on Palomar News.

Palomar College students might just know David Hamilton as an American Sign Language Assistant Professor, but he also has a lifelong love of basketball that led to five gold medals in the Deaflympics and a recent selection as the head coach of the U.S. Deaflympics basketball team. Hamilton said he learned his love of the…  Continue Reading: Palomar College Professor Selected as U.S. Deaf Olympics Head Coach The post Palomar College Professor Selected as U.S. Deaf Olympics Head Coach appeared first on Palomar News.

In addition to two clean-up activities, over 60 Palomar College students and employees celebrated Earth Day by planting native trees and shrubs and creating Native American gardens that honor the relationship between Indigenous peoples and nature. “As part of our commitment to sustainability, conservation and education, we are always looking for ways to integrate native…  Continue Reading: Palomar College Earth Day Celebration The post Palomar College Earth Day Celebration appeared first on Palomar News.

Mahak Tiwari once struggled with her academics, but she was able to turn herself around at Palomar College to become an active member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and the recipient of a $1,500 scholarship. Tiwari was selected to receive the Oberndorf Lifeline to Completion Scholarship, given to Phi Theta Kappa members to…  Continue Reading: Palomar College Student Wins Honor Society Scholarship The post Palomar College Student Wins Honor Society Scholarship appeared first on Palomar News.