San Diego housing plan rejection “will not affect” City College student housing project, officials say

Mayor’s proposed incentives including college student housing, given City Council thumbs-down in five-hour public hearing

Vince Outlaw, Multimedia Journalist • November 15, 2023

San Diego City College’s plan to build on-campus student housing will move forward despite the San Diego City Council’s rejection of the housing incentives introduced by Mayor Todd Gloria Monday.

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State-provided data shows transfer rates increasing at City College

Data also shows top universities for transfer, associate’s degree popularity

Sean Monney, Managing Editor • November 14, 2023

According to latest figures from the State Chancellor’s Information System, of the 23,159 students enrolled in at least one term at City College in the 2020-21 school year, 16,151 students (69.7%) were working towards a transfer.

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City College STEM program hosts open-house-style event to share mission

The Yo Soy STEM program seeks to support Latinx students by providing resources, strengthening identity

Keila Menjivar Zamora, Multimedia Journalist • November 10, 2023

Yo Soy STEM is a federal program that aims to provide integrated support services, according to the City College website. The program uses a passport approach, allowing students to drop in for support as needed.

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State chancellor answers questions about bachelor’s programs, dual enrollment at student media teleconference

California Community Colleges Chancellor Christian discussed FAFSA, transfer and work accreditation plan in Nov. 7 call

Sean Monney, Managing Editor • November 9, 2023

California Community Colleges Chancellor Sonya Christian led her second student media teleconference, which was centered around baccalaureate programs, transfer improvements and dual enrollment.

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Scholarship season at City College begins Dec. 1

Students can apply for over 50 scholarships using the Academic Works portal

Ren Charifa, Multimedia Journalist • November 7, 2023

There are over 50 scholarships available. Students looking for support in applying can visit the scholarship office in A-270.

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As the costs of public universities rise, private colleges want City College students’ consideration

Small class sizes, financial aid programs among benefits private universities tout to transfer students

Luke Bradbury, Multimedia Journalist • November 3, 2023

A community college student’s continuation of their education is an already difficult process. Many students strike out private universities due to the costs, but there are benefits that come with that kind of price tag.

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City College men’s soccer defeated, 3-2, by Cuyamaca

Knights fall short against Coyotes as they scramble for a last-minute goal to tie

Sean Monney, Managing Editor • November 1, 2023

Despite an early lead, the San Diego City College men's soccer team lost, 3-2, at home against Pacific Coast Athletic Conference-leading Cuyamaca on Oct. 27.

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City College hosts events in honor of veterans throughout November

Workshops, celebrations offered to veteran students to further support their academic journey.

Keila Menjivar Zamora, Multimedia journalist • November 1, 2023

The list is designed to offer resources to veteran students that may benefit from additional support in accessing resources.  

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City College Club Rush dons a spooky style

Clubs all across campus set up on Halloween to recruit new members

Luke Bradbury, Multimedia Journalist • October 31, 2023

San Diego City College’s Associated Student Government kicked off its continuation of the Fall 2023 Club Rush. Representatives from each organization set up tents, tables and host activities to recruit new members.

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Changes are coming to the FAFSA application. Here’s what you need to know.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid will have less questions, will communicate directly with the IRS

Keila Menjivar Zamora, Multimedia Journalist • October 30, 2023

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA for short, will have less questions and will communicate directly with the IRS, according to City College officials

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City College student housing details shared during groundbreaking ceremony

While final plans have not been finalized, the affordable campus residence is moving forward.

Luke Bradbury, Multimedia Journalist • October 26, 2023

Officials from the city, including San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, joined Joel Peterson from the San Diego Community College District and City College President Ricky Shabazz in sharing details and expectations for the project.

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City College women’s, men’s cross country teams qualify for SoCal regionals

Top performers, newcomers overcome challenges to help teams move on from conference finals

Marco Guajardo, Editor-in-Chief • October 24, 2023

The women’s and men’s San Diego City College cross country teams advanced to the Southern California regionals after participating at the PCAC finals at Morley Field on Oct. 20.

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