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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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VIDEO: City College to host 8th Annual Festival of New Plays

The festival opens on March 17 and runs through March 25

David Baughier and Sydney Dull • March 17, 2023

The 8th annual Festival of New Plays, hosted by the San Diego City College Dramatic Arts Program, will take the stage for the first time on March 17.

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City College kicks off Social Justice Conference

The eighth annual Social Justice and Education Conference begins today

Luke Bradbury, Multimedia Journalist • March 14, 2023

Officially themed “Envisioning Change: Building a Future,” the conference includes Black and Latinx speakers from the fields of African American Studies, Chicano Studies, and social justice activism, as well as a fitness event located in the C building.

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Hungry? Use this guide to find 5 food options at City College

Coffee, snacks, meals and even free food options are available on campus

Daniel Lasker, Multimedia Journalist • March 13, 2023

San Diego City College offers multiple food options, providing students with access to food and beverages while on campus.

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Staffing issues keep City College gallery partially closed

Only open for 4 hours a day, the gallery is rarely open to students with tight schedules

Luke Bradbury, Multimedia Journalist • March 10, 2023

The Fine Art Gallery at San Diego City College opened a new exhibit last month titled “Mindful,” but you’d be hard-pressed to see it.

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City College men’s basketball season ends in the final seconds against Fullerton (with video)

Knights fall in CCCAA Sweet 16

Joel Nevarez, Sports Editor • March 9, 2023

The season for the San Diego City College men’s basketball team ended in heartbreak on the road on March 4.

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VIDEO: SDCCD boosted with federal funds, San Diego Latino Film Festival returns

Latest edition of CTTV's Newscene also introduces a new club at City College

Jillian Fortner, Executive Producer, CTTV • March 8, 2023

The San Diego Community College District received $3.4 million in federal funds that will go to LGBTQ students, Dreamer/undocumented students and former foster youth and The San Diego Community College District received $3.4 million in federal funds that will go to LGBTQ students, Dreamer/undocumented students and former foster youth and the San Diego Latino Film Festival returns this week.

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City College graphic design awarded as best in the world

City moves to first in WBDS Design Education Ranking, amassing 17 awards

Sean Monney, Multimedia Journalist • February 28, 2023

Graphic design projects produced by students in the San Diego City College graphic design program gained City College the first place spot in the Best Design Education Ranking of 2022-23 by the World Brand Design Society.

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City College ‘Mindful’ art exhibit focuses on mental health

Show in on-campus gallery runs through March 16

Luke Bradbury, Multimedia Journalist • February 23, 2023

The fine art gallery at San Diego City College is hosting works created by local artists with the collective theme of mental health and the ways we deal with it.

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