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Hollow Math Pipeline Limits Students

Samuel Pollmann, For The Summit June 15, 2025

If you are pursuing a career in STEM – science, technology, engineering or math – chances are you will have to take a calculus course for your degree. However, maybe you struggle with mathematics or...

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From Coop to Crisis

Nathaly Estremera, Editor-in-Chief June 7, 2025

Avian influenza, most popularly known as the “bird flu,” has affected more Americans than most realize. And while not really left the headlines, it recently came back to the forefront when Robert F....

Three people pose in a pyramid stance onstage, each wearing a colorful “hello” language-themed shirt.

Speech Showcase

Sandra Vidrio, Staff Writer June 7, 2025

Grossmont College’s award-winning Speech and Debate Team recently hosted a showcase on campus to inspire the student community with its work. The event took place May 13 and was well-attended by students...

Numbers Change Statewide

Numbers Change Statewide

Nathaly Estremera, Editor-in-Chief June 4, 2025

California Community Colleges will implement the Common Course Numbering (CCN) system over the next three years, starting Fall 2025. The CCN is meant to ease the stress of transferable credits between...

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Be Ready to Face ICE

Philicia Tonangoye, Staff Writer June 4, 2025

The International Admissions office at Grossmont College emailed its students regarding the executive order issued by President Donald Trump on Jan. 20, stipulating that the Department of Homeland Security...

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Where’s Nemo?

Anthony Seaton, Staff Writer June 4, 2025

Marine biology programs are facing a decline across Southern California, with dwindling student interest and shifts in funding impacting course availability. While some institutions have entirely phased...

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Leadership Changes

Saul Ruiz, Deputy Editor June 4, 2025

As the college’s semester nears its end, the community of Grossmont bids goodbye to President Denise Whisenhunt, who will move to Fresno City College. There will be a transitional period until July,...

Groundhog Day Glory

Groundhog Day Glory

Anthony Seaton, Staff Writer March 17, 2025

Forget winter gloom, the Grossmont College Speech and Debate team brought the sunshine to this year’s Groundhog Day Tournament, as the Griffins flew their way to first-place.  Clutching a team sweepstakes...

Out of Water

Out of Water

Oscar Alcon, Staff Writer March 17, 2025

Grossmont College’s aquatics team has been on the road doing swim meets since 2021. Now, four years later, the pool is drained and owned by the city of San Diego. The closure of the pool has taken...

Parking lot #7

Don’t Ignore The Signs!

Saul Ruiz, Deputy Editor March 17, 2025

Students attending Grossmont College will be charged for student parking spaces in the Fall 2025 semester.  Students and staff will be charged for parking and services as a means to maintain safe and...

Dear Colleague Letter

Dear Colleague Letter

Nathaly Estremera, Editor-in-Chief March 17, 2025

The Department of Education (ED) emailed a “Dear Colleague” letter to all K-12 and post-secondary schools nationwide Feb 14. The letter, which is an official policy communication, claimed diversity,...

Alert!

Alert!

Philicia Tonangoye, Staff Writer March 17, 2025

Many Grossmont students recently got an email warning about job hiring scams from the college’s career center. In this case, scammers were targeting students via text messages or emails claiming to...

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