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Malalai Joya addresses the corruption within Afghan government officials. Jennifer Ovalle, City Times.

Celebrated Afghan humanitarian visits City College

Jennifer Ovalle November 14, 2013

Respectable Afghan humanitarian and former member of Afghan Parliament, Malalai Joya graced City College last month to spread the message of her ongoing crusade against violation of women’s rights...

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Jonestown survivor Laura Johnston Kohl spoke to an audience at City College on Oct. 29. Michelle Moran, City Times.

Life after tragedy: surviving Jonestown

Michelle Moran November 13, 2013

On Nov. 18, 1978, Americans were shocked by one of the most traumatic incidents in history.More than 900 people died that day in Guyana, in a location called Jonestown, from an apparent mass suicide.Many...

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One of many different altars that were on display in the cafeteria to commemorate Dia de Los Muertos. Altars and offerings are created to honor loved ones who have perished. Michelle Moran, City Times.

City celebrates and honors the dead

Torrey Spoerer November 13, 2013

The Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a traditional Mexican holiday celebrated on the first two days of the month of November. The City College Language Department, in collaboration with faculty...

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Iranian born filmmaker describes importance of humanity

Aiesha Harrison November 13, 2013

It is important for people step out of their comfort zone to come together, regardless of their differences. That is the message Jahangir Golestan-Parast, an Iranian born filmmaker, delivered at City College...

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Face painting for all ages

Face painting for all ages

veronica gaeta October 31, 2013

Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday celebrated on the first and second days of November. The holiday represents rebirth for deceased loved ones and is a celebration held to acknowledge...

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Spook up your nails

veronica gaeta October 30, 2013

It's Halloween again. This centuries long tradition can be fun for everybody and allows us all the chance to dress up. For those with children, it can be loads of fun too.With more than 70 percent of today's...

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Children playing in the garden at the Child Development Center.

Child Development Center assists student parents with child care

Aiesha Harrison October 17, 2013

“He’s learning numbers, colors, shapes songs and books!” says Ronata Knapper, eagerly sharing the new learning and cognitive skills her three-year-old son has gained from the San Diego...

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Right to left: Billy Mintz, Putter Smith, John Gross, and Roberta Piket. The Billy Mintz Band performed live on radio air at the Saville Theater on Oct. 9. Torrey Spoerer, City Times.

Billy Mintz Band hits the Jazz 88.3 stage

Torrey Spoerer October 17, 2013

City College's locally based public radio station KSDS Jazz 88.3 FM recently hosted a live radio broadcasted concert for the Billy Mintz Band. The band performed their own original songs of various jazz...

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Find a good breakfast in the East Village

Find a good breakfast in the East Village

Michelle Moran October 17, 2013

The Mission in East Village is an urban breakfast and lunch spot that draws people of all types. The first reaction most people may have is "Am I at a restaurant or at someone's house?" This location is...

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Professor Farrell Foreman speaking at an event during the 8th Annual San Diego City College Book Fair on Oct. 2. Jessica Ramirez, City Times.

Award winning professor and playwright conveys message of ‘promising future’

Ahmad Blue October 6, 2013

Pay attention to the little things in life and if you put them together, it’s a good bet that they will add up to a promising future ---- that is the message Farrell Foreman conveyed and told an...

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Barbecue black bean tortilla pizzas. Jennifer Manalili, City Times.

A Southwest take on pizza

Jennifer Manalili October 4, 2013

Who doesn't love pizza? Take-out is great and so is making your own dough at home, but let's face it, sometimes you need a more immediate pizza fix. These tortilla pizzas are surprisingly hearty and very...

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French toast with a side of strawberry sauce and sausage. The Broken Yolk Cafe serves generous portions. Michelle Moran, City Times.

Breakfast in the Gaslamp

Michelle Moran September 29, 2013

Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day so I am very picky about its elements. There's only so much to choose from, and I do get tired of the predictable meal of pancakes and eggs. Luckily, the Broken...

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