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From Left to Right: Chancellor Dr. Lynn Neault, Trustee Brad Monroe, Governing Board President Debbie Justeson, Trustee Cindy Page, Governing Board Vice President Julie Schorr, Board Clerk Elena Adams, Cuyamaca College Student Trustee Marcelia Y. Villaseñor

Page Appointed To Vacant Governing Board Position

Sam Pollmann, Staff Writer September 26, 2025

On Monday, Cindy Page was provisionally appointed as Trustee for Area 1 by the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District Governing Board to represent the areas of Santee, Lakeside and Winter Gardens....

Huntington Beach

What’s In A Sunset?

Sam Pollmann, Staff Writer September 20, 2025

If you’re a student of meteorology or just another sunset enthusiast on Instagram, you may know that particularly vibrant sunsets seem to accompany the start of the fall season. Though with so many images...

2024-25 Women's Volleyball Team

New Season Set

Oscar Alcon, Editor-In-Chief September 20, 2025

Whether on the court or in the sand, Grossmont volleyball has built a reputation for winning. The women’s team closed last season with a 19-9 record, including a strong 12-4 mark in conference play.  Now,...

Stagehouse Theatre Company from The Servant Of Two Masters.

Classic Chaos, Modern Spin

Lillian Day, Staff Writer September 20, 2025

Griffins take the stage in the first two weeks of October, presenting The Servant of Two Masters, a reinvisioned Italian comedy directed by Geno Carr and adapted by AJ Knox and Samantha Ginn. The play...

Interim President Dr. Pamela Luster

Equity Avenger Takes Office

Sam Pollmann, Staff Writer September 20, 2025

Joining the many new faces of students and faculty this semester is Dr. Pamela Luster, who takes over as Grossmont’s interim president after the departure of former president Denise Whisenhunt last semester. Luster...

Griffin Grill...Or Bust

Griffin Grill…Or Bust

Oscar Alcon and Mikayla Estrada September 20, 2025

In the heart of the Griffin Center, Java Market is gated, with a sign stating the coffee shop is closed. That now leaves the Griffin Grill the only place on campus where students can get freshly made food. Located...

Permits Required

Permits Required

Mikayla Estrada, Staff Writer September 19, 2025

As students returned to campus this semester, they learned parking permits will now be required each term for the foreseeable future. Beginning Sept. 8, all cars need to have a permit, which is now...

L to R: Subhawana "Su" Pradhananaga, Dianne Abdullah Smith, Leticia "Leti" Estrella, Elaine Adlam

Mental Health Services

Sam Pollmann, Staff Writer September 19, 2025

If you are a student at Grossmont College struggling with mental health, you may not know about the free services available at the Health and Wellness Center. This semester, all students paid a $22...

Person writing complex mathematical equations on a large whiteboard or screen.

Hollow Math Pipeline Limits Students

Sam 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...

Illustration of chickens emerging from virus-like particles, symbolizing avian flu transmission.

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....

Various coral and seashell pieces resting among wet, greenish rocks in shallow water.

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...

Grossmont President seated at a desk in an office with red and white walls and framed art on display.

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,...

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