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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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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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“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...

REVIEW: San Diego Symphony brings people of all ages together

Rafael Payare wows audience during energetic performance.

Jasmine Mcknight, City Times Correspondent • October 18, 2019

On Oct. 6 I attended the San Diego Symphony concert with Rafael Payare as the new conductor. I wasn’t really too sure what to expect, except maybe a lot of older people, which there were, but there was also a good mixture of younger people as well, which surprised me but also made me happy, seeing that more people around my age were starting to like classical music.

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World Coming Out Day comes to City

Three guest speakers and a City College professor shared their experiences.

Angel Cazares, Arts and Culture Editor • October 11, 2019

National Coming Out Day is a time for celebration, a time for remembrance, and most importantly a time for anyone who is LGBTQ to feel that they can come out and show their true selves to the world.

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“Pelo Malo” showcased at Subir Center

Film centered around cultural issues.

Melisa Cabello-Cuahutle, News Editor • October 11, 2019

The Dreamer Resource Center showcased the movie “Pelo Malo” (Bad Hair) last Thursday, presenting themes of racism, poverty and homophobia. The movie follows a kid named Junior who has curly hair,...

City College professor gives back during Walk and Roll SD

Fundraising event also awarded eight scholarships and grants.

Sonny Garibay, Editor-in-Chief • October 7, 2019

San Diego City College Communications Professor Humberto Gurmilan knows the value of a strong support system.

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Community Recording Studio Night makes sweet music

Students and community members come together to record a cover of "Black Magic Woman"

Angel Cazares, Arts and Culture Editor • October 7, 2019

Students and community members joined together to listen to and record a cover of Carlos Santana’s, “Black Magic Woman,” at San Diego City College during an event held by the Music Program.

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REVIEW: ‘Just Like Us’ brings life to issue of immigration

Acting is the highlight of an all-around good performance.

Angel Cazares, Arts and Culture Editor • October 1, 2019

The City College Drama department tackles the consequences of immigration with their new play, “Just Like Us.”

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Former punk drummer stops by City College to talk stereotypes

Xicana author and musician talked about her time in an all-female punk band.

Melisa Cabello-Cuahutle, News Editor • September 28, 2019

Former punk band member Michelle Cruz Gonzales came to San Diego City College to talk about her experience of being the only woman of color in a punk band.

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“Just Like Us” to open at City College

The first performance will be on Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. in the Black Box Theater.

Angel Cazares, Art & Culture Editor • September 26, 2019

The City College Drama Department will open its fall season with a play about four young Latinas, two of whom are undocumented, and how this affected their life. The first performance of “Just Like Us” will be on Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. in the Black Box Theater.

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Award winning author makes appearance at City College

Rebecca Makkai discussed her novel "The Great Believers" and spoke to aspiring writers.

Sonny Garibay and Scott Gardinier • September 19, 2019

When Rebecca Makkai set out to write the novel that would become “The Great Believers,” she originally wanted to tell a different story. Makkai envisioned the adventures of an artist-model...

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