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San Diego Promise reaches out to 2020 grads

The program has served over 4,000 students in four years

Uyen Pham and Elisabeth Vermeulen • May 21, 2020

Promise program coordinator Brenda Torres discussed program eligibility, benefits of participating, steps to applying in a virtual info session.

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‘Klaus’ a heartwarming family film any time of year

Want to capture the magic of Christmas during quarantine? This flick will help

Angel Cazares, Staff Writer • May 20, 2020

Santa Claus is a story that has been retold countless times and yet captures the spirit and message that has grown with moviegoers throughout the years. This is no different from Netflix's 2019 “Klaus” animated film, available year-round.

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5 options for balancing your mental health

Wellness isn't just physical and even during these difficult times, there are ways to get help

Sophia Traylor, Staff Writer • May 19, 2020

In the latest News You Can Use, staff writer Sophia Traylor shares insight from counselors at City College's Student Health Center.

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PODCAST: City College honoring 2020 grads with virtual ceremony

The online event for the Class of 2020 on July 17

Elisabeth Vermeulen, Staff Writer • May 18, 2020

With a plan now in place to honor grads virtually, hear why it matters from students and faculty who reacted after the initial postponement decision was announced.

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12 MORE shows to find yourself in another world from quarantine

Looking for adventure, comedy, animation or documentaries? We've got you covered

Isaac Limon, Multimedia Editor • May 15, 2020

In the latest News You Can Use, multimedia editor Isaac Limon is back with another list of binge-worthy shows.

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For student-athletes headed to City College, COVID-19 creates uncertainty

Jillian Geenen makes the most of her time while sports are on pause

Vicky Pineda, Co-Editor-in-Chief • May 14, 2020

Mission Bay High School senior Jillian Geenen, who is set to play volleyball at City College in the fall, is still struggling to adjust to this new normal.

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California Community Colleges sue over CARES Act restrictions

The San Diego Community College District is included in the lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education

Sonny Garibay, Editor-at-Large • May 13, 2020

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra filed an injunction against U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos on Tuesday, on behalf of the California Community Colleges including the San Diego Community College District.

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City College student government candidates share vision in forum

The ASG elections will be held despite the campus closures and the ongoing pandemic

Orrin Iverson, Staff Writer • May 13, 2020

A candidate forum was held last week over Zoom hosted by ASG advisor Lori Oldham.

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City College creates allocation plan with the money received from federal aid

College Council discusses federal aid, transfer updates, structure for college and Wi-Fi lots

Gabriel Schneider, Staff Writer • May 12, 2020

After several weeks of configuration, City College has created an allocation plan on how they will disperse the federal aid from the CARES Act.

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City College EOPS preps students for summer session

Students looking for answers about course options, student fees and federal aid

Chris LeFall, Staff Writer • May 11, 2020

With the spring semester at City College coming to a close, Student Services programs like EOPS are meeting online to help students with their enrollments for the summer session.

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Federal aid, Wi-Fi lot and fall plans covered in City College town hall

City College students will be contacted with information on how to apply for federal aid

Gabriel Schneider, Staff Writer • May 8, 2020

Campus administrators covered topics including Wi-Fi lots coming to City College, the student services transition to online and the fall semester in a virtual town hall on May 7.

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