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City Times

A woman presents Humberto Gurmilan with a big check.

City College professor is giving the dream

Humberto Gurmilan is a former sportscaster who left his job to focus on charity.
Sonny Garibay, Editor-in-Chief November 20, 2019
Every grownup was once a kid who wanted to be something when they grew up. Finding a person who lived out their first dream is rare for various reasons.
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A child rides a tricycle through a hallway.

REVIEW: “Doctor Sleep” is not a movie to be slept on

"Doctor Sleep" continues the story that began in the Stephen King film "The Shining"
Mikal Garcia, Staff Writer November 19, 2019

“Doctor Sleep” is a 2019 film directed by Mike Flanagan and stars Ewan McGregor. It's a continuation of Stephen King's "The Shining." Even if you haven't seen that film you've likely heard the line,...

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The San Diego City College arts and Humanities building .

Choosing a PATH

City College arts and humanities professors encourage students to consider careers in their fields.
Elisabeth Vermeulen, Contributor November 18, 2019
The Transfer Center and PATH, or Preparing Accomplished Transfers to the Humanities, have partnered together on a mission to make students interested in studying the arts and humanities. 
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A graphic of a skull vaping

Vaping related lung injuries reveal cost of addiction

San Diego County health officials, law enforcement, sound off on the risks of vape products.
Melisa Cabello-Cuahutle, News Editor November 9, 2019
Electronic cigarettes were introduced as a less harmful and more attractive option than cigarettes. With their easy-to-hide appearance and fruity flavors, vaping products are an alluring item to many, yet they hide one key element: they are highly addictive.
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City College artists and models gathered at Idea1 in downtown San Diego for BREAKTHROUGH: The Future

City FX offers a unique opportunity for community college students

City College special effects artists showcased their talent in downtown San Diego
Angel Cazares, Arts and Culture Editor November 9, 2019
San Diego City College is home to a unique curriculum called City FX, which is a special effects makeup program created to offer students an affordable way to study and learn how to create prosthetics. 
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Lisa Chaddock teaches a group of students while on a hike.

City College professor passes on her love of the environment

Lisa Chaddock is the advisor of the Audubon Society on campus.
Lacey Stefano, Staff Writer November 8, 2019
Professor Lisa Chaddock teaches geography at San Diego City College, but when she is not in the classroom, she spends her time as an advisor for the Audubon Society on campus.
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City FX students discuss their project while preparing for Breakthrough: The future

Take a peek into the future with City FX

The City College special effects program will be presenting their interpretations of the future at BREAKTHROUGH: The Future.
Angel Cazares, Arts and Culture Editor November 1, 2019
People from a variety of industries including artists, storytellers and scientists have tried to create an image of what the future will hold. This time, City FX will be giving us a glimpse of the future with their interpretations of mankind and creatures of tomorrow.
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A guest speaker addresses the crowd at the HUBU confrence.

HUBU celebrates nine years of supporting students

City College students and faculty gathered to support the HUBU initiative
Lacey Stefano, Staff Writer November 1, 2019
City College held its ninth annual Hermanos Unidos Brothers United (HUBU) conference Wednesday to promote success for men of color in a college environment.
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A Halloween themed graphic with the text 5 last minute costume ideas

A procrastinator’s guide to choosing a Halloween costume

There are cheap, easy options to try before heading out tonight.
Lacey Stefano, Staff Writer October 31, 2019
There is very little time left to choose a Halloween costume before heading out tonight.
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Michael eceltka stands in front of an ad for the City College cosmo program.

From Cubicles to Cuticles: City College student leaves corporate America

Michael Celatka uses knowledge and experience in marketing to further cosmetology program.
Angel Cazares, Arts and Culture Editor October 30, 2019
Many have an idea of what it means to work in corporate America with its constant repetition and the profit-driven motivation needed to succeed. Some students are registered at City College because they are attracted to this very lifestyle.
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Actors rehearse on the set of She Kills Monsters.

REVIEW: Drama department slays in first performance of “She Kills Monsters”

The Drama Department at City College brought fantasy to life with their second performance of the semester.
Angel Cazares, Arts and Culture Editor October 28, 2019
In the world of fantasy, life can be whimsical. However, fantasy can also be cruel.
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The cast of She Kills Monsters rehearses on set.

“She Kills Monsters” to open at City College

The Dungeons and Dragons themed play will open at Saville Theater Oct. 25.
Angel Cazares, Arts and Culture Editor October 25, 2019

Fans of the classic board game Dungeons and Dragons may want to save the date. City College Drama Department will open its second play of the semester called “She Kills Monsters." The drama-comedy...

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