City College Community members, from left, Nathan Vu, Shane Garland, Aster Martinez and Ruby Tullis share their feelings about Valentine’s Day. Graphic by Nadia Lavin/City Times Media

VOICES: City College reflects on Valentine’s Day

Students, staff, neighbors share their thoughts on the holiday of love

Nadia Lavin, Photo Editor

February 14, 2025

Valentine’s Day 2025 has arrived and for many on the campus of San Diego City College it’s a subject of mixed emotions, regardless of relationship status.

With the holiday here and love in the air, City Times Media thought it would be a good time to ask students what they think about the polarizing holiday.

Click on the image below to see how San Diego City College students and community members’ responded to CTM reporters’ question, “How do you feel about Valentine’s day?”

UPDATE, Feb 18, 1:47 p.m.: One of the gallery images in this story was updated to correct a technical issue.

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