Palomar College Skillshops

Let’s Talk! You are invited to join the Student Wellness Advocacy Group (SWAG) to learn about ways to build healthy relationships, starting with building a healthy you!    Attending this Hyflex workshop in person? Meet us in NB-1 (San Marcos). Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are FREE and open to all… Continue Reading Skillshop: Healthy Relationships (SWAG)

This workshop will highlight the coursework needed for transfer, review university choices, and discuss strategies for successful transfer from Palomar to a university or college.  Attending this Hyflex workshop in person? Meet us in LRC-116 (San Marcos). Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are FREE and open to all Palomar College… Continue Reading Skillshop: Transfer Center: Strategies & Planning (HyFlex)

It's that time of the year, the most challenging budget time. Shopping season! Please make a list and check it twice. Even if you didn't save up for this holiday season, you can still devise a plan to make it through without long-term financial consequences. Staying on a budget doesn't mean not shopping. It means… Continue Reading Skillshop: Smart Spending During Shopping Season (SDFLC)

Join the JFS- Higher Education Legal Services team as they offer an informative presentation on the DACA (Deferred Action Childhood Arrival) Program. Learn what the eligibility requirements are, what current DACA holders should do, and the latest news updates. In addition to that - HELS will be going over general Know Your Rights information. Due… Continue Reading Skillshop: DACA Overview & Know Your Rights

Join the Student Health Center’s Family Nurse Practitioner for a session on common over-the-counter pain relievers. Learn about their common uses and differences between NSAIDs and Tylenol. You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and hear about what you can do to relieve pain as well as stay healthy by utilizing the many free and… Continue Reading Skillshop: Tylenol, NSAIDs or Aspirin – which one do I take? (SHC)

Learn how to craft a plan based on your unique financial situation that will help you to remain comfortable and stress-free, even in months when your income takes a dip.  Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are FREE and open to all Palomar College students.

Come and Relax, Focus, and Get Creative With Us! This workshop, funded by a grant from Janssen, is titled "Narrative Wellness" and is based on the model of Narrative Medicine taught at Columbia University. In the workshop, we will do several creative exercises to strengthen our close reading (slow reading/mindfulness) and to express ourselves through… Continue Reading Skillshop: Narrative Wellness (Health Services)

Ready to take your interview skills to the next level? Whether you're preparing for internships, part-time jobs, or your dream career, mastering the art of interviewing is essential. Join our interactive workshop to gain the confidence and skills you need to succeed in interviews! This workshop will be offered via HYFLEX (both in-person and via… Continue Reading 1st Gen College Celebration: Elevate Your Interview Skills

Are you considering Transferring to earn your Bachelor's degree? Join the Transfer Center to learn about their free services, how to get connected to make the most out of your time at Palomar, book appointments, attend transfer focused events, access transfer counseling, and more! This brief presentation is your first step to your Transfer Success.… Continue Reading Skillshop: Transfer Center Overview (Virtual)

Join Vista Community Clinic’s Tobacco Program for a conversation about smoking, vaping and exposing the Tobacco Industry for the harms it has caused to our health, environment and livelihood. Celebrate the Great American Smokeout by testing your knowledge in Tobacco Jeopardy. Try your luck in the opportunity drawing and learn about efforts to create smoke-free… Continue Reading Skillshop: Great American Smokeout (VCC)

Join the Student Wellness Advocacy Group (SWAG) for an hour of relaxation as we teach you a few stress management and coping techniques to utilize whenever you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed. With these techniques, you’ll be able to stay on top of self-care and connect with others. Walk away feeling empowered, rejuvenated, and connected!… Continue Reading Skillshop: Stress Management (SWAG)

Learn the financial things to consider before, during and after the process of purchasing a vehicle. Remembering that a car purchase can be one of the biggest financial decision one makes, what are the long-term effects of making the correct or wrong purchase? Have you considered all the expenses associated with car ownership and how… Continue Reading Skillshop: Car Buying: The Smart Way (SDFLC)

Update your LinkedIn profile with a high-quality headshot to attract potential employers with confidence. We arranged a free professional portrait with a talented photographer just for college students like you. This event will take place in LRC-428 (4th floor library, San Marcos campus)

Come and learn something about art therapy to help you relieve stress, cope with past trauma, and keep you mentally prepared for the challenges of higher education. Learn something new about art in a whole new way. Come see me in TLC-112  This Skillshop will be held in TLC-112. Registration will be required to participate… Continue Reading Skillshop: The Benefits of Art Therapy and Creating an Emotional Wheel

The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down the barriers between police officers and the communities they serve and to provide the opportunity for conversations about issues that matter. Free Coffee. Casual Conversation.  This Skillshop will be held at TLC-101/walkway . Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are… Continue Reading Skillshop: Coffee with a Cop

End this semester on a high note by “acing your finals.” Join us to learn the best strategies to boost your study efficiency and productivity.   This Skillshop will be held in TLC-112. Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are FREE and open to all Palomar College students.

Join our Lead Registered Nurse for Narcan Administration Training available to all staff, faculty and students. Learn what it is, how to use it and receive a free dose upon completion of training!  This Skillshop will be held in NB-1. Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are FREE and open to… Continue Reading Skillshop: Narcan Administration Training (SHC)

JFS stands in solidarity with Dreamers and is providing free or low-cost immigration services to the San Diego and Imperial Valley communities. Join JFS’s Higher Education Legal Services program for an interactive webinar where our team will discuss DACA and who is currently eligible to apply. Additionally, our team will go over who we are… Continue Reading Skillshop: HELS Overview

Dive into what it means to be financially fit. The main topics include budgeting, saving and investing. Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are FREE and open to all Palomar College students.

Come and Relax, Focus, and Get Creative With Us! This workshop, funded by a grant from Janssen, is titled "Narrative Wellness" and is based on the model of Narrative Medicine taught at Columbia University. In the workshop, we will do several creative exercises to strengthen our close reading (slow reading/mindfulness) and to express ourselves through… Continue Reading Skillshop: Narrative Wellness (Health Services)

End this semester on a high note by “acing your finals.” Join us to learn the best strategies to boost your study efficiency and productivity.   Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are FREE and open to all Palomar College students.