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PAC PULSE – NEWS Across Campus
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Palo Alto College supports sustainable projects
By Bianca Del Conte, Pulse staff writer One of the earliest science concepts that we learn as children is that the Sun provides energy to plants on Earth to initiate the cycle of life. Sustainability is the more mature term used to explain a similar principle: Everything we need for our survival depends, either directly Read more
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Students prepare for transfer and workforce
By Marilyn Robles, Pulse staff writer Former Palo Alto College students agree that they were prepared for university life and future careers. “Top universities have no mercy on students,” said Hector Alaniz, a civil engineering graduate of Texas A&M-College Station. “Either you get it or you don’t! Either you study hard to pass the course, Read more
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Students find ways to stretch their paycheck
By Bobby Martinez, Pulse staff writer A student’s life is not easy, but knowing where to find the best deals for your everyday needs and cutting back on spending can help students reduce their stress. “It is hard living on a budget, but you still have to live it,” said Roseann Trujillo, a Computer Technician Read more
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Students take advantage of world experience
By Hailey Angulo, Pulse staff writer During the school year of 2011-2012, approximately 274,000 U.S. students made the decision to study abroad. According to the Institute of International Education, the number of students who study abroad has nearly doubled since 1993 and continues to increase. Next summer, Alamo Colleges will once again host a study Read more
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Million-dollar Fitness Center makes exercising fun and convenient
By Ronald Silva, Pulse staff writer Palo Alto’s Aquatic Center/Gymnasium is now home to a 5,000 square foot, $1.4 million Fitness Center that had its grand opening on Sept. 4. Students, staff and faculty were introduced to its exercise equipment, which includes a variety of cardio and strength-training machines. Sergio Rivera, Facilities superintendent at Palo Read more
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Students must find balance in age of technology
You can find Richard Valdez, a sophomore Psychology major, like you do most students in the Student Center: finishing homework in the loud cafeteria, hunched over a small screen, while scarfing down his meal. Valdez carries around homework for classes, music, apps and contact information on his iPad and other devices. Despite the convenience of Read more
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