Students graduate, one step closer to their dream

As she walked across the American Bank Center stage, Marissa Ramirez realized she was suddenly one step closer to her dream. Ramirez, a criminal justice major, was one of more than 400 Del Mar College students to graduate on Aug. 19. “My grandparents raised me and were an inspiration on getting ahead in life,” she said. “I’m hoping to be a lawyer and change the world in that way.” Abigail Rosales’ path wasn’t always as clear, until one day in 2008 when her brother called her and said he was going to college. “If he could, I could,” Rosales said.…

The hub becomes a sanctuary for students

For many students in need of school help or a place to work on assignments, the library isn’t the first place that comes to mind. Libraries are known for being full of books as a resource for student research, but with knowledge now at our fingertips wherever we go, they seem to lose their usefulness to some people. But the White Library not only boasts a relevant collection of information, but now there is a new and helpful lab on the fourth floor called The Hub. The Hub not only has rows of computers for student use, but also tutors…

Pens down and bottoms up

After finals are over, students and staff will appreciate a good Happy Hour. Two Foghorn staffers took on the “difficult” task of finding two options for your next Happy Hour. Celebrate the end of finals and the beginning of summer! Sarah Fecht sfecht@foghornnews.com Needing to de-stress from approaching finals is a common feeling college students are experiencing right now. For those 21 and over, happy hours provide an oasis of distracted bliss. Discounted drinks and appetizers can be enjoyed with friends and help one to stall for a few more hours on that paper that’s due in the morning. I…

Del Mar offers various summer programs for the children

To many, summer means a break from school for their kids and even themselves. The hottest season of the year is usually filled with plans and can be a fun time for the whole family. But for some, work doesn’t end and life stays as busy as ever. But rather than leaving your kids on the couch this summer, consider enrolling them in one of many programs Del Mar College has in place for children. Starting May 2, for $50, your students’ Social Security number and their report card for the year, you can begin enrolling your child in Del…