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Members of the Palomar community pose for a group shot alongside Anita Maag (third from right) and Bob Wilson (second from right). (Linus Smith/The Telescope)

Food Center groundbreaking aims to combat student food insecurity

Linus Smith March 9, 2018

In a 2016 report by a coalition of student resource organizations, it was found that just over one in five students are faced with food insecurity. The Palomar community took a step forward in an effort...

Palomar College Food Bank Nov. 18, 2015. (Hanadi Cackler/The Telescope)

Faculty lounge to be converted into food bank

Lexington Howe November 14, 2017

The staff lounge, next to the Cafeteria and SU-Quad, is now being converted into a food bank for students. The shift has been cultural, not just for students but faculty as well. Bob Wilson, who generously...

Palomar College's new "Lactation Pod" in the cafeteria to allow for more accessible privacy when breastfeeding or pumping. Wed., Nov 1, 2017. (Raffaele Reade/The Telescope)

Lactation pods offer solution for nursing mothers

Lexington Howe November 13, 2017

The SU-Quad is now housing a quiet, user-friendly space for student mothers and employees to breastfeed. The POD, developed by the company Mamava, was created in the interest of providing a cleaner...

Area of the SU-Quad that would be under surveillance under current proposal. (Illustration courtesy of Palomar's Associated Student Government.)

Palomar Police chief requests cameras in Student Union

Taylor Mackay October 19, 2017

Palomar Police are seeking permission from the Associated Student Government (ASG) to place security cameras in the SU-Quad and on the clock tower. The idea is to provide more security and ways to obtain...

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College Fair

Hayley Stevenson October 2, 2017

SAN MARCOS --- Representatives from more than 50 colleges will be on campus to provide information and answer student questions at the Fall 2017 College Fair from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 17 at...

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Palomar job expo arrives

Omar Cortez April 19, 2017

SAN MARCOS - If you're unsure of your career or which field you want to join, the answer you have been looking for is right under your nose. Palomar College's annual job expo will be taking place in...

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California looks for an exit

Jacob Tucker April 10, 2017

SAN MARCOS---The Yes California campaign will be setting up a table every Wednesday and Thursday in the SU quad to gather signatures to put California independence on the ballot for vote in spring of 2019. The...

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Spring college fair arrives

Marcy Cortes April 3, 2017

SAN MARCOS-If you'll be filling out college applications next fall and want to expand your local options, the Transfer Center has you covered. The Transfer Center will be hosting the 2017 Spring College...

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Spring diversity event

Jacob Tucker March 13, 2017

SAN MARCOS---Associated Student Government will be holding an event to show diversity on campus. The event will include free pizza, games with prizes, and performances by dancers from the Native American...

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Community Outreach

Justin Gonzalez March 13, 2017

SAN MARCOS - Meet your local law enforcement while enjoying free music and cake. Gear Up and the Palomar Police Department will be hosting an inaugural public safety community outreach on April 5. Officials...

Forrest Ponsot, is seen holding a sign promoting the philosophy club as he waited for students to approach his booth Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017, during club rush at Palomar College. (David Santillan/The Telescope)

Club Rush falls flat in Quad; poor attendance

Telescope Staff February 27, 2017

Written by Michelle Schneider Club "Rush" implies a fast-paced, high-energy event, but this semester's event only showcased five clubs. On Feb. 14-15, clubs set up rows of red tented booths in front...

Palomar College Instructors reciting the Anti-Authoritarian Academic Code of Conduct on February 16, 2017. (Kimberly Barber/The Telescope)

Faculty unite for students

Jacob Tucker February 25, 2017

Students and faculty gathered in the SU Quad to support Palomar students whose education may be threatened. Faculty members stood together in front of the flagpole and recited an anti-authoritarian...

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