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Sprinter rail line set for year end run
When Palomar College students return to school for the 2008 spring semester, the new Sprinter rail line will be an extra option for transportation. The North County Transit District will hold the Sprinter rail line's grand opening Dec. 28, however regular runs will not begin not be until January.… Post the First Comment
 
Campus club spreads culture with benefit
A power-rangers action figure was the admission ticket for Palomar student Morgan Castellanos to see live music and eat Mexican food at the Palomar college Student Union, Nov. 30. The food, live music, and toy donations were part of Noche de Cultura. The event is a toy drive and fundraiser hosted by Palomar's chapter of Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan.… 2 Comments
 
Campus Police Dept. collects holiday toys for children in need
Fifth annual toy drive will benefit college's Extended Opportunity Programs and Services
The holiday season is upon us and one of the greatest and most rewarding gifts is giving a gift to someone less fortunate than ourselves. This semester the Palomar College Police Department is making that possible with the 5th annual PCPD Toy Drive. The toy drive will benefit Palomar's Extended Opportunity Programs and Services and it will also hopefully be spread throughout other local children's organizations, Palomar Police Officer and PCPD Toy Drive coordinator Brian Herritt said.… Post the First Comment
 
After years of debate, transfer students will walk in '09
Palomar's student gov't latest effort gives transfer students recognition at commencement
After a long campaign to include transfer students in Palomar's commencement ceremony, Palomar College's Associated Student Government said students will be able to walk as early as spring 2009. "We did all we had to do on our part," said ASG President Jesse Lyn.… Post the First Comment
 
San Marcos parade highlights city, spreads holiday spirit
Floats featuring Santa Claus, snowmen, and the Grinch in prison enthused thousands of spectators during the 12th annual Kiwanis Club of San Marcos Holiday Parade on Dec. 2. "You can feel the holiday cheer," said San Marcos resident Christy Thompson. San Marcos brownie troops in red and white holiday costumes held up paper stars that embodied this year's theme "Christmas lights, Starry nights.… Post the First Comment
 
Eating disorders on campus increasing
Eating disorders have increased on college campuses, including at Palomar College, due to high stress levels over the past decade, experts said. Anorexia and forms of bulimia have resulted in the highest mortality rates of all mental illnesses, Thomas Insil of the National Institute of Mental Illnesses said.… 1 Comment
 
When it comes to the Palomar 'P,' questions abound
A closer look at the history of Palomar College's famous 'P'
Palomar College opened in the early 1940s, but it wasn't until 1952 that the ubiquitous 'P' appeared at the top of the hill behind the college's main San Marcos campus. A symbol of pride, a simple science experiment, or something with more hidden meaning - these questions go unanswered to many inquisitive students around campus.… 1 Comment
 
THROUGH THE FIRE
Palomar director loses home along with irreplaceable items in wildfires
The director of the Palomar College Boehm Gallery was living on the La Jolla reservation when she was nearly trapped in the Poomacha Firestorm on Oct. 23. Joanna Bigfeather lost her home and her art collection. "If it wasn't for the family friend who woke me, I don't think I would have made it," Bigfeather said.… Post the First Comment
 
Plan of action
Palomar College students express feelings on campus safety and security, suggest specific changes
Are Palomar students actually prepared for an on-campus emergency? Often times in an emergency you have to rely on yourself and what you know. Do you know what to do or where to go if an earthquake hits, a bomb goes off, or a gunman is on campus? Fifteen Palomar students were asked a variety of questions regarding disaster preparedness and campus safety awareness.… Post the First Comment
 
Palomar students search for answers from bookstore
With the spring semester a little more than a month away, the issue of hunting down much-needed textbooks at Palomar College will soon come to the forefront once again. Many students have had trouble finding textbooks at the Palomar bookstore. It's either sold out or just not available at all.… 1 Comment
 
 
 

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