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City College honors LGBTQ+ graduates at second Lavender graduation

LGBTQ+ community members stand proud as they receive degrees, certificates at annual ceremony

Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Reporter • May 24, 2023

The Lavender Graduation Ceremony was created by Dr. Ronni Sanlo, a Jewish lesbian, who was denied the opportunity to attend the graduations of her biological children because of her sexuality. Encouraged by the Dean of Students at the University of Michigan, Sanlo designed the first Lavender Graduation Ceremony in 1995, with just three graduates.

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City College graduate aims for career in the space industry

MESA Program student with a love for science pursues aerospace engineering

Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Journalist • May 24, 2023

Shalayah-Naomi Webb will be transferring to San Diego State University to work on a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering.

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SDCCD trustees reaffirm commitment to community college bachelor’s degrees

Interim Chancellor Greg Smith’s first trustees meeting demonstrates solidarity amid opposition from CSUs

Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Reporter • May 16, 2023

Members of the San Diego Community College District Board of Trustees reaffirmed their commitment to supporting baccalaureate programs at community colleges after recent opposition from the California State University system at a recent meeting held in Mission Valley.

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City College students learn subjects through the prism of Black culture

Umoja community promotes personal growth for students interested in learning from different perspectives

Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Reporter • May 4, 2023

Hussein Said was one of three students showcasing how the Umoja program helped them through their college journey while also giving them a way to voice their personal growth as African-American students on April 27.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Test proctoring, Native American History Month discussed at City College Council

College Council evaluates, discusses relevant issues to the school

Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Reporter • November 15, 2022

The San Diego City College Council came together Nov. 8 to discuss a range of issues and projects that can improve the experience students have on campus, ranging from support for students with disabilities to the celebration of Native American History Month.

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VIDEO: Jazz trio, tap dancer showcase talents for City College

Trio Gadjo and Claudia Gomez share European jazz style

Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Journalist • November 1, 2022

Approximately 20 students and faculty gathered to listen to the European-style jazz group Trio Gadjo play their music and watch Claudia Gomez dance on a sunny afternoon in San Diego City College’s Curran Plaza on Oct. 20.

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Opera of Tijuana comes to City College

Three opera performers and a pianist entertain students and faculty

Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Reporter • October 12, 2022

Four members of The Opera of Tijuana came to San Diego City College in collaboration with the World Cultures program on Oct. 5.

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SDCCD chancellor gives update on state of the district

Carlos Cortez presented an update to his 10-point plan at Convocation

Shamere Grimes, Multimedia Journalist • September 12, 2022

Carlos Cortez, the chancellor of the San Diego Community College District, marked the first year of stepping into the top job with an update to San Diego City College faculty and staff last month.

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