Category: Education

Hands-on learning continues with several changes The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many Del Mar students and programs as new protocols have been implemented and classes have been moved online.   “We have incredibly resilient and adaptable students so the transition to online has been a smooth one,” said Leah Eddlemon, director of the Medical Assisting Program.  This program is just one of Del Mar’s many technical programs that requires a person to learn by experience rather than just lecture. While many classes have been moved online, labs and clinicals have had to continue face-to-face with many changes.  “I think it has…

First class set to begin in fall The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is now accepting applications. Del Mar’s first bachelor program is a post-licensure track, meaning the students are already practicing nurses. The RN to BSN program expands on areas such as nursing informatics, community nursing, beginning research, and leadership and management. The first cohort begins in fall 2021 and will graduate in summer 2022. The cohort will have 30 students with plans for the number to increase annually. The preparation for the BSN began years ago when faculty began attaining higher levels of education so they could…

Many study aids available despite pandemic With finals here, it’s crunch time for most of us. The stress of taking finals can be lessened by creating a game plan to help you study everything your professor has taught you over the entire semester. GAME PLAN It is never too early to start putting together a game plan to help you study for all your classes. The first thing you should do is use the calendar on your phone or laptop to set up a study schedule and use alerts to help you stay on track. Block out chunks of time…

Help offered over Canvas, even on Thanksgiving Day The Stone Writing Center is giving students a reason to be thankful. The center will be available throughout the entire Thanksgiving break, from Nov. 25-29.  The SWC will have some consultants working on Thanksgiving Day and they will also be available the Friday after Thanksgiving.  Physical locations are currently closed but students can access the center remotely via Canvas. The Canvas course is available to all students at all times throughout the day.  According to Laurie Jones, of the Stone Writing Center, many consultants are available throughout the day and into the…

Cage, Hart, Lindley recognized for work with students Three Del Mar employees were recently honored at the seventh annual Del Mar College DisAbility Advocate of the Year celebration. The college’s Disability Services Office annually invites students served by the DSO to write in nominations for faculty or staff who they feel have impacted their life in a positive manner.  “I feel that my job is to be an advocate for any student that comes to talk to me. It can be academics, social, mental or physical assistance. It’s my job to be of service.” said Beverly Cage, director of Campus…