The news site of San Diego City College

City Times

The news site of San Diego City College

City Times

The news site of San Diego City College

City Times

CAMPUS LIFE

Nursing students work on mannequin

City College shaping future of nursing students through hands-on training, instruction

City's nursing program, led by Dometrives Armstrong, is one of the top-ranked programs in the country
Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Reporter April 27, 2023
The nursing program at City College, ranked second best in California and third nationally according to an article published at rncareers.org, provides students with the skills and techniques they’ll need in a very difficult and rewarding field.
Read Story
Students walking and interacting with City College department booths during Open House near the AH building at San Diego City College, April 20, 2023. Photo by Joel Nevarez/City Times Media

City College welcomes prospective students for Open House

Annual event showcases academics, exceptional student work and dynamic campus community
Joel Nevarez, Sean Monney, and Shamere Grimes April 21, 2023
Prospective students from all over San Diego County toured San Diego City College's campus for the annual Open House on April 20.
Read Story
San Diego City College ASG President Diego Bethea waits to greet student visitors at City College’s Open House event on Thursday, April 20, 2023. Photo by Daniel Lasker/City Times Media

City College ASG seeking new leaders for next school year

Student government applications due April 21
Daniel Lasker, Multimedia Journalist April 20, 2023
The event, which takes place at various locations around the downtown campus, includes tours, application support, a student project and research symposium, and other activities.
Read Story
Charlene Jones, administrative assistant ready to connect students with tutors at the front desk in L-205 Tutorial Learning Center at San Diego City College on Mar 16, 2023
Photo by Daniel Lasker/City Times Media

City College students eager to finish semester strong can find support in Tutorial/Learning Center

Tutoring available for classes ranging from biology and chemistry to history and psychology
Daniel Lasker, Multimedia Journalist April 7, 2023
For City College students eager to improve their math, science and foreign language skills, the Tutorial/Learning Center, staffed by peer tutors, is an available resource.
Read Story
Four drag performers respond to panel questions

Transgender excellence takes center stage at City College drag event

The Trans Excellence drag show on campus celebrated International Transgender Day of Visibility
Marco Guajardo, Multimedia Journalist April 4, 2023
The Student Health Center and Pride Hub celebrated International Transgender Day of Visibility, with a two-part event -- a headlining drag portion followed by a poignant, intimate discussion covering the life experiences and perspectives of the four trans women.
Read Story
Katya Echazarreta muestra la bandera mexicana frente al cohete New Shepherd de Blue Origin despues de su vuelo inaugural al espacio el 4 de junio de 2022

City College ‘esencial’ a la primera mujer nacida en México para viajar al espacio

Originalmente de Guadalajara, Katya Echazarreta fue la primera ciudadana astronauta elegida por Space for Humanity
Kathryn Gray, Multimedia Journalists March 24, 2023
La astronauta Katya Echazarreta, autodescrita como impasible, no llora fácilmente. Pero después de su vuelo inaugural al espacio en junio 2022 como miembra del equipo de la expedición Blue Origin NS-21, ella desarrolló una nueva apreciación para la tierra en la que ella ha caminado toda su vida.
Read Story
Katya Echazarreta displays the Mexican flag while standing in front of Blue Origin’s New Shepherd rocket after her inaugural flight to space on June 4, 2022.

First Mexican-born female astronaut credits City College with launching career

Originally from Guadalajara, Katya Echazarreta was the first citizen astronaut chosen by Space for Humanity
Kathryn Gray, Editor-In-Chief March 24, 2023
Astronaut Katya Echazaretta, self-described as unemotional, doesn’t cry easily. But after her inaugural flight into space last June as a crew member on the Blue Origin NS-21 expedition, she developed a new appreciation for the ground she has walked on her whole life.
Read Story
City College spring breakers can enjoy free sessions offered by yoga instructor Amy Baack, right, at Sunset Cliffs Every Saturday. amybaack.com photo

No plans for spring break? Here are 5 ways to spend your time

Not everyone has a grand trip planned, so why not spend your time locally?
Luke Bradbury, Multimedia Journalist March 23, 2023
Spring break is finally upon us here at San Diego City College, affording us some well-earned rest and relaxation, as well as an opportunity for travel. Here are some ideas for killing time that you can do right here in San Diego.
Read Story
The Pride Hub, located in L206

City College’s first campus drag show to celebrate transgender visibility

The Trans Excellence show marks the International Day of Transgender Visibility
Marco Guajardo, Multimedia Journalist March 22, 2023
Titled “Trans Excellence,” the drag event will feature the four trans performers and advocates who will follow up their acts with a meet-and-greet panel with the public. It will be held at Pride Hub in L206 from noon to 2 p.m.
Read Story
Marie Lindsey, Knight’s Table administrative assistant, restocks shelves with snacks available for students at City College’s food pantry Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Photo by Sven Domingos/City Times Media

PODCAST: Meet the face of City College’s new food pantry

Season 7 of City Speaks kicks off with an interview with the Knights Table administrative assistant Marie Lindsey
Sven Domingos March 22, 2023
City Speaks host Sven Domingos gives listeners the inside scoop with an interview with the Knights Table administrative assistant Marie Lindsey.
Read Story
A group of people standing outside gathered in front of a van.

Award-winning documentary highlights stories of deported veterans

UMOJA program brings producer/musician to City College for film screening
Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Reporter March 21, 2023
“Bring Them Home” is an award-winning documentary showcasing the stories of these and several other military veterans who were deported after serving the country they called home.
Read Story
Book Arts professor Andrea Singer, right, instructs student Liz Gary, left, on her first book project of the semester, which she hopes to incorporate in her culinary labs with the community, March 2, 2023. Photo by Marco Guajardo/CityTimes Media

Plant-based foods educator returns to school, fine-tunes skills for ‘food revolution’ (with video)

City College student, solutions-minded vegan foods advocate Liz Gary focused on promoting a plant-based foods diet
Marco Guajardo, Multimedia Journalist March 20, 2023
City College student and solutions-minded vegan foods advocate Liz Gary is focused on promoting a plant-based foods diet.
Read Story
Donate to City Times

Activate Search
The news site of San Diego City College
CAMPUS LIFE