Palomar College Skillshops

Many of our communities experience stress and trauma as a result of displacement and immigration. Breaking Down Barriers (BDB) and the Higher Education Legal Services (HELS) program of Jewish Family Service will explore how those experiences may manifest in real life, and provide support for preparedness, and emotional and mental wellbeing.  We will be highlighting important historical context, data, 'Know… Continue Reading Skillshop: Understanding Our Experiences & Resiliency: Displacement & Immigration (HELS)

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. Attending this Hyflex workshop in person? Meet us at the Teaching & Learning Center on the San Marcos campus (TLC-112). Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are FREE and… Continue Reading Skillshop: Acing Your Finals

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 at the Teaching & Learning Center on the San Marcos campus (TLC-112). Registration will be required to participate in this Skillshop. Skillshops are FREE and… Continue Reading Skillshop: Transfer Strategies & Planning (HyFlex)

Finals week and Memorial Day are just around the corner; they bring summer with them! For many students, summer means more time and the opportunity to increase income. Unfortunately, summer also brings new opportunities to spend. In this interactive presentation, we explore the benefits of students increasing income during the summer months. We also prepare… Continue Reading Skillshop: Summer Time- Under the Sun or On The Clock? (SDFLC) (Virtual)

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.  This Skillshop will be held in-person at the Teaching & Learning Center – 112 on the San Marcos Campus . Registration will be required to participate… Continue Reading Skillshop: Managing Money When Your Income is Variable (In-Person)

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 (HyFLex) (SWAG)

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 (HyFlex)