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Elizabeth Aguilar studying at the Learning Resource Center (LRC) at Palomar College.
Unlocking Success: Student Voices on Summer Courses
Information regarding the American Red Cross blood drive at Palomar College. (Provided by the Palomar College Student Health Services)
Donate blood and get a $15 gift card
Ka'alei Apana, a wide receiver for Palomar's football team, lines up for a pre-snap on the new football field.
Palomar set to unveil new football stadium for the 2024 season
Council of Classified Employees taking a group photo. Photo credit: Courtesy picture from CCE (sent by Anel Gonzalez)
There’d be no Palomar without them; the Classified Employees union
Zac Dybeck and Professor Branden Whearty pose after finishing their debate on whether or not STEM degrees are overvalued. Photo credit: Josh Miranda
Palomar speech and debate display talents in 78th annual Spring Showcase.
Information regarding the American Red Cross blood drive at Palomar College. (Provided by the Palomar College Student Health Services)
Donate blood and get a $15 gift card
Multiple pride flags decorated the booths at the Student Union. Photo credit: Monica Garcia
Highlights of Palomar’s Queer Community in Action Festival
Pride flags are hung proudly along the walls of Palomar's Pride Center. Photo credit: Monica Garcia
A sneak peak into Palomar’s pride events
ASG host Club Rush on Feb. 6 and 7 in the Quad Photo credit: Victoria Gudmundson
ASG Hosts Spring Club Rush
Photo made by Sofia Alvarez.
Black History Month Fair 2024
Safiya Swearingen, candidate for ASG President, gives a speech as candidates listen. At the table, from left to right: Derek Blevins (VP of Internal Affairs candidate), Sina Laei (VP of Events candidate), and Regan Barnum (Student Trustee candidate). Photo credit: Cynthia Cunningham
ASG candidates aim to grow Palomar’s community
Photo of the Palomar College Student Union, taken from outside at ground level.
ASG Votes to Support LGBTQIA+ Inclusivity, Human Trafficking Awareness, and More
Southwest camera at Student Union Photo credit: Lisa Burke
ASG Meets Weekly
Vice President of Human Resources Anna Pedroza Photo credit: Rachel Hyman
Palomar’s newest addition to Human Resources
Palomar Student Union Building, Wednesday, Feb. 7 2024. Photo credit: Selina Barrera
Student Government: Tackling the First Week of The Semester
Telescope Talks: Colorism in the Latinx Community
Telescope Talks: Colorism in the Latinx Community
Comet's Closet in room FD-4. Photo credit: Rachel Hyman
The Fashion Department is leaving, but Comet’s Closet will stay.
Telescope Talks: PTK's Hopes for a Palomar Honors Program
Telescope Talks: PTK’s Hopes for a Palomar Honors Program
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“Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” Mostly Sticks the Landing
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Palomar Kicks Off Pride Week With Everything Everywhere All At Once Screening
“Someday I’ll Get My Yatch” by Mayce Keeler
Bestiary brings an artistic menagerie to the Boehm Gallery
The Boehm Gallery will features Briana Miyoko Stanley’s works through September 21 Photo credit: Victoria Gudmundson
Palomar Art Department welcomes full-time assistant professor Briana Miyoko Stanley with Artist Talk at Boehm
Holt's photography lines the walls of the F/30 gallery. Photo credit: Cynthia Cunningham
“Urban Western Madness: Out of the Ordinary & Workplace Portraits” premiers at Palomar’s F/30 Gallery
Photography Department seeking submissions.
Event flyer of person with blue and white face mask
Brief interview with aspiring Photography and Astrophysics student, Gavin Hasinsky.
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A true crime novel you won’t be able to put down
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“Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” Mostly Sticks the Landing
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Palomar Kicks Off Pride Week With Everything Everywhere All At Once Screening
Image released by Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures shows from left, Mike Faist, Zendaya and Josh O'Connor in a scene from "Challengers." (Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures via AP)
“Challengers” dares you to join the game.
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“Civil War” Will Leave You Shell Shocked
Telescope Talks: “Dune: Part 2” Critical Review (Spoilers)
JimiJame$ & Wow Jones: "Parish's" Composing Power Couple
JimiJame$ & Wow Jones: “Parish’s” Composing Power Couple
Jazz legend Charles McPherson, used with permission from Charles McPherson and Palomar Performing Arts Department. Photo credit: Palomar Performing Arts Department
Jazz legend Charles McPherson performs at Palomar
Official flyer for the "Time of the Winter Solstice" performance at Palomar College. Image used with permission from the Palomar Performing Arts department Photo credit: Palomar Performing Arts Department
Time of the Winter Solstice: A Collaborative Music Event
Zeb Navarro gives The Telescope a visit to the KKSM recording studio.
KKSM – Palomar College’s Radio Station
Palomar College continues celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through the end of October
Palomar’s Hispanic Heritage Month Events Continue
Multiple pride flags decorated the booths at the Student Union. Photo credit: Monica Garcia
Highlights of Palomar’s Queer Community in Action Festival
The Palomar College Pride Center events for pride week. Photo courtesy of Lisette Lasater. Photo credit: Lisette Lasater
Out and proud
Models wearing pieces expected to be shown at the MODA Fashion Show. (Photo courtesy of Sydney McMullan)
The MODA Fashion Show will keep attendees in the loop
Pride flags are hung proudly along the walls of Palomar's Pride Center. Photo credit: Monica Garcia
A sneak peak into Palomar’s pride events
UMOJA booth Photo credit: Lisa Burke
Black History Month Fair
JimiJame$ & Wow Jones: "Parish's" Composing Power Couple
JimiJame$ & Wow Jones: “Parish’s” Composing Power Couple
Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) holding Grogu in "The Mandalorian."
Disney’s Season 3 of The Mandalorian
Philomena Cunk (Diane Morgan) surveys the history of the world in "Cunk on Earth." (Jonathan Browning/Netflix/TNS)
“Cunk on Earth” is Hilarious
Netflix Raises Subscription Prices for Users in the US and Canada
‘Bridgerton’ Becomes Netflix’s Biggest Hit Ever
Jake Whitehead, wide receiver, lines up against Vance Harris, Moorpark College's defensive back.
Palomar stunned after blowing 13 point lead
Ka'alei Apana, a wide receiver for Palomar's football team, lines up for a pre-snap on the new football field.
Palomar set to unveil new football stadium for the 2024 season
The Palomar College Cheerleading team performs a quick stunt on the practice football field at the San Marcos campus Photo credit: Alex Ortega
What Next Semester Holds for Palomar Cheerleading
Palomar Comet Freshman Dayvis Key posed to shoot in the Jan. 17 game against Southwestern College Jaguars. Image Credit -- Hector Flores.
A Look Inside the Women’s Basketball Team
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker (7) walks to the practice field during training camp on July 29, 2023, in St. Joseph, Missouri. (Emily Curiel/The Kansas City Star/TNS)
Harrison Butker’s Commencement Speech Was Messy and Distasteful
The Palomar College Cheerleading team performs a quick stunt on the practice football field at the San Marcos campus Photo credit: Alex Ortega
What Next Semester Holds for Palomar Cheerleading
Palomar Comet Freshman Dayvis Key posed to shoot in the Jan. 17 game against Southwestern College Jaguars. Image Credit -- Hector Flores.
A Look Inside the Women’s Basketball Team
Left to Right: Breanna Lutz, Isabella De Fillipis, Shelbie Van Slyke, Josephine Heuberger, Maddie Bedolla Photo credit: Lisa Burke
Strong Softball Season Scores
The Palomar Cheer team gathers together to pose for a picture with their third place trophy. Photo courtesy: Coach Stephanie Neptune Reed
Palomar Cheer Secures a Podium At First Competition in Six Years
Palomar basketball team (Macyn Raleigh, Angelina De Leon, Faith Brinkman, Evelyn Terraza, Brooke Quintana) surround the coach (Chris Kroesch) during a timeout huddle. Photo credit: Hector Flores
Women’s Basketball Shows Out in First Playoff Game against Santa Barbara.
Jake Whitehead, wide receiver, lines up against Vance Harris, Moorpark College's defensive back.
Palomar stunned after blowing 13 point lead
Ka'alei Apana, a wide receiver for Palomar's football team, lines up for a pre-snap on the new football field.
Palomar set to unveil new football stadium for the 2024 season
Evan Langer launches a pitch in the Ninth inning. He would eventually end the inning with a strikeout, securing a win for the Comets. (Others in photo: Noah Lazuka, Evan Jaquez) Photo credit: Josh Miranda
Palomar Baseball Hits the Ground Running to start off 2024 Playoff Campaign.
2024 NFL Mock Draft Predictions
2024 NFL Mock Draft Predictions
Ryan Garcia standing over Devin Haney after knocking him down during the seventh round of super lightweight boxing match. Photo credit: Cris Esqueda/Golden Boy Getty Images
Garcia vs Haney: Ryan Garcia becomes the first to defeat Devin Haney
The beam was placed after the signatures were completed. Photo credit: Josh Miranda
Stadium construction reaches milestones, but sports will have to wait.
A Look into Palomar’s Wrestling Team
Palomar’s Athletic Trainer Wins CCCATAA Award
A female, Palomar softball player (24) gets read for bat.
Allyson Amato Just Won’t Stop Hitting
Two soccer players from opposing teams chases after a soccer ball on a field.
Palomar Soccer Players Win State Awards
Three young men stand side by side and hold their surfboard upright at a beach on a sunny day.
Summer: The worst season to live in Southern California
Sketch of a young woman writing.
The Experiences We Share: Literature Shows the Human Connection, an Interview with Palomar Professor of English Leanne Maunu
A young man reads with a piece of paper next to his right cheek.
Insights from a Wise Philosopher: An Interview with Palomar College Professor of Philosophy William Leslie
A young man in glasses writes.
A Fair and True Journalist: An Interview with Palomar College Professor of Journalism, Chuck Buxton
A man reads a large book on a wooden desk.
Why Learn the Language of Literature, Philosophy and Journalism?
President Joe Biden, left, speaks to a crowd of supporters during a drive-in rally at the Florida State Fairgrounds on Oct. 29, 2020 in Tampa. Former President Donald Trump, right, speaks at a reelection rally outside Raymond James Stadium in Tampa on Oct. 29, 2020. (Luis Santana and Ivy Ceballo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS)
The U.S. Government Needs to Act Their Age
Telescope Talks: Colorism in the Latinx Community
Telescope Talks: Colorism in the Latinx Community
Too many vacant positions mean not enough support for students. Photo credit: Victoria Gudmundson
Unlocking The Truth Behind The New Food Lockers
Graphic made in Canva. Photo credit: Taylor Leonard
Studying independently vs study groups.
Logos of some of the teams featured in article, with checks or x's. Photo credit: Connor Larson
NFL Draft Winners and Blunders
Telescope Talks: Colorism in the Latinx Community
Telescope Talks: Colorism in the Latinx Community
Telescope Talks: PTK's Hopes for a Palomar Honors Program
Telescope Talks: PTK’s Hopes for a Palomar Honors Program
2024 NFL Mock Draft Predictions
2024 NFL Mock Draft Predictions
Palomar's food court options Photo credit: Rachel Hyman
Telescope Talks: Rating Palomar’s Food Court
Photo credit: Cynthia Cunningham
Telescope Talks: Goals for Spring
Food and Race: Beyond the Borders
Food and Race: Beyond the Borders
Down the Rabbit Hole
Down the Rabbit Hole
Top: water polo athlete Roxanne Hall and Men's volley ball team. Bottom: Women's volleyball and Women's track team. Photos courtesy of Hector Flores, Hugh Cox, and Cara Heise,.
Energy. Drive. Spirit.
Discolored off spray at Swami's Beach, on Feb. 22nd, 2024
Turning Tides:
Palomar Police Department cruiser parked on the roof of the San Marcos campus parking structure.
The Line

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Palomar Performing Arts cancels shows and events

Krista Moore
March 13, 2020
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Book Review: ‘ Craig & Fred: A Marine, A Stray Dog, and How They Rescued Each Other

Krista Moore
March 7, 2020
Tampa Bay Rays’ Yandy Diaz swings a baseball bat, hitting a home run. Several players from the opposing team watch and sit at the dugout.

MLB preview: Teams to watch this 2020 season

Krista Moore
March 5, 2020

The Mamba Mentality lives on

Krista Moore
February 10, 2020
Noemi Ramos (left) and Mikayla Seiler of Palomar's Women's Volleyball each hold a volleyball in one hand, standing next to each other in front of a net in The Dome.

Beach volleyball duo reaches regionals

Krista Moore
May 20, 2019
A male Palomar baseball player stands with his hands together near his chest with his left hand in a mitt. A scoreboard stands in the background at the baseball field.

Starting Pitcher Hazelwood backbone of pitching staff

Krista Moore
May 20, 2019
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Football Summer Camp

Krista Moore
May 20, 2019
Life long Comet laid to rest

Life long Comet laid to rest

Krista Moore
May 20, 2019
Six male Palomar golfers pose together on a golf course with two of them kneeling in front of four golfers.

Mens golf captures conference title

Krista Moore
May 20, 2019
Palomar comet Justin Folz batting

All-Confernce Comets

Krista Moore
May 20, 2019
Comets Corner with Justin Folz and Sarah Fisher

Comets Corner with Justin Folz and Sarah Fisher

Krista Moore and Cheyenne Cyr
May 1, 2019
Chicago White Sox shortstop Tyler Saladino (18) throws a baseball with his right hand as a team player jogs behind him.

Comets athletic alumni continue to shine on big stage

Krista Moore
May 1, 2019
Mary Nejo Palomar softball

No-No pushes Comets into post-season

Krista Moore
April 22, 2019
The Jonas Brothers stand side by side at a courtyard of an antique building.

Jonas Brothers burning it up again

Krista Moore
April 15, 2019
A female Palomar beach volleyball player lunges down to the left as she tries to bump a volleyball with her forearms.

Comets athletics enter last month of game play

Krista Moore
April 5, 2019
A male Palomar baseball player in a white jersey and pants holds a bat in his right hand as he looks at it. More than a dozen of his teammates watch on from the dugout.

Comets take down Southwestern 12-4

Krista Moore
March 15, 2019
Two Palomar golfers walk on a golf course, carrying their golf bags full of golf clubs and other accessories.

Men’s golf team stays hot

Krista Moore
March 8, 2019
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Palomar Comets athletics start conference competition

Krista Moore
March 4, 2019
Kareem Hunt

No one wants to root for a bully

Krista Moore
March 4, 2019
Kylie Pignone hits a run on Feb. 22, 2019. (Sukhi Heumann/The Telescope)

Comets softball hitting hot streak

Krista Moore
February 23, 2019
Former Palomar shortstop Kali Pugh poses before practice at the softball field on March 5, 2015 at Palomar College. (Casey Cousins/The Telescope)

Coach to host softball mini-clinic

Krista Moore
February 11, 2019

Rom-com season has arrived: here’s our picks

Krista Moore
February 11, 2019
Showcasing Palomar College Hall of Fame. (Johnny Jones /The Telescope)

Palomar College sports Hall of Fame

Krista Moore
February 7, 2019
A male Palomar baseball player swings a bat and prepares to run. More than a dozen of his teammates look on from the dugout.

Homerun! Slam dunk! Comets athletic is back

Krista Moore
February 7, 2019
A Palomar football player throws a football with his right hand as two players tackle each other in the background to his right. A group of players, referees, and coaches stand in the background.

Palomar’s Scholar Athletes

Krista Moore
February 7, 2019
Braden Olthoff delivers pitch to home plate

Comets baseball and softball back to winning ways

Ryan Davis and Krista Moore
February 6, 2019
A Palomar football player gets tackled by an opposing player as he runs and carries a football in his right hand. A group of player runs behind them.

All-central conference comets

Krista Moore
December 6, 2018
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A trio of trainers

Krista Moore
December 6, 2018
Palomar Guard Brevin Robinson (23) drives to the basket scoring 2 of his 23 as the Comet’s defeat Miramar College Jets in 99-98 in the dome Feb 10. Johnny Jones/The Telescope

Palomar basketball back in action

Krista Moore and Telescope Staff
December 5, 2018
A football player brings his right hand back behind his head to throw a football as other players tacklet each other behind him.

Devon Modster: Palomar’s hidden star

Krista Moore
December 5, 2018
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Cause of Death: Social Media

Krista Moore
November 16, 2018
Palomar volleyball player Mikayla Seiler (right) stands next to her father, Coach Seiler, in front of a net in The Dome. They both wear gray T-shirts with a Palomar star logo and black shorts.

Like father, like daughter

Krista Moore
November 14, 2018
President Joi Lin Blake (l) poses for photo with Anita Maag and Bob Wilson during groundbreaking event for the Anita and Stan Maag Food & Nutrition Center. (Linus Smith/The Telescope)

‘Model’ food pantry opens to community

Krista Moore
November 8, 2018
A Palomar football player on the right tries to dodge an opposing player who is running toward him. Another Palomar player tries to tackle that opponent from behind as other players tackles each other behind him. A small crowd sits on bleachers in the background.

Palomar looks to take down Cerritos in final home game

Krista Moore
October 31, 2018
A female Palomar volleyball player serves the ball with her right hand. Several teammates and a coach watch from the sidelines. A referee stands in the foreground on the left.

Recaps: Palomar sports gear up for end of season

Krista Moore
October 22, 2018
A hand holds a paper cup of umpkin spice latte on a wooden counter.

Pumpkin spiced food & beverages take over the season

Krista Moore
October 22, 2018
A male Palomar wrestler pins an opponent on the ground by wrapping his arms around his body while his opponent seems to be leaning forward and sitting cross-legged. A referee's leg in on the left.

Expectations high for talented wrestling team

Krista Moore
October 22, 2018
Palomar Conqerus Mt. SAC in wild game

Palomar Conqerus Mt. SAC in wild game

Krista Moore
October 14, 2018
Palomar football can't disrupt the passing Hornets

Palomar football can’t disrupt the passing Hornets

Krista Moore
October 9, 2018
Quarterback Adam Carr handing the ball off in Palomar's 42-6 loss against Southwestern. Sept. 8,2018. (Krista Moore/The Telescope)

Its not how you start…

Krista Moore
October 1, 2018
Recruiting: The Foundation of Sports

Recruiting: The Foundation of Sports

Krista Moore
October 1, 2018
Pitcher Allie Hughen starts her windup to deliver a pitch in the fifth inning. Feb. 26, 2018. (Krista Moore/The Telescope)

Passion leads Comets to State championships

Krista Moore
October 1, 2018
A Palomar football player in a red uniform and gray helmet brings his right hand behind his head to throw a football as other players tacklet in the background. A group of players, coaches, and a referee stand in the background.

Palomar defeats Citrus for second win of the season

Krista Moore
September 17, 2018

Both water polo teams young, optimistic

Krista Moore
September 10, 2018
Taps at the Burgeon Beer Company in Carlsbad, Calif. Cameron Niven / Impact Magazine

Passion brews beer

Krista Moore
June 21, 2018
A male Palomar baseball pitcher cocks his left hand behind his left shoulder to throw a baseball.

Camaraderie: the foundation of baseball

Krista Moore
May 14, 2018
Candidates for President Amber Brancroft and Eduardo Saucedo answer the questions ask of them from ASG President Chris Hopp during the ASG Forum at Palomar College SU-Quad. April 16, 2018. (Victoria Bradley/The Telescope)

ASG candidates for president look to help shape the future of the Palomar community: Amber Bancroft

Krista Moore
April 19, 2018
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Hiring events for students

Krista Moore
March 4, 2018
Swim coach Jem McAdams stands by the edge of the pool and speaks to his team of swimmers.

Men’s Swimming Preview

Krista Moore
February 14, 2018
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