Over 20 other community college newspapers across the state are publishing similar editorials against the reccomendations of the Student Success Task Force. For a full list of our sister newspapers in the fight, visit www.TheGuardsman.com. The California Community College Student Success Task Force is a name that parodies itself. The task force, charged with revolutionizing community colleges [...]
by Ani Mikaelian
As Christmastime draws closer each year, there is a tradition that keeps encouraging musicians to release holiday albums. It’s only a matter of time before new artists and groups fall into line and put together a festive compilation to entertain their fans, and draw in new ones who show deep interest in pop-cultured Christmas carols.
by Ivan Delgado
There is a lot of value that students can gain from their participation in athletics including team-building, leadership development, and academic discipline. However, in a time of unprecedented budget crisis affecting the college, in a time when classes are being cut, should everything be looked at?
GOP nominations candidates have come and gone, but why not Romney? by Jayel Aheram Editor-in-Chief Despite months of being crowned the inevitable Republican nominee by the corporate media, Mitt Romney’s polling numbers have been steady. With the exception of New Hampshire where he enjoys a 40 percent support, there seems to be a hard ceiling [...]
by Will Guzman
The beach bowl game ended with College of the Deser’s loss, but that did not stop quarterback Charles Fortis from receiving an award for offensive MVP.
by Lucinda Perez
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Palm Springs Festival of Lights parade. On Dec. 3, like every year before, those who sat out along the Palm Springs streets to watch the lighted floats were treated to a special appearance from Santa Claus.
by Christopher Livingston
As the California budget cuts continue, they have affected departments like education and the post office. Next on the list: law enforcement.
by Jonathan Whritenour Section Editor Medical marijuana is a controversial issue in the Coachella Valley, but a recent poll commissioned by a local councilman shows just how divisive the issue is to valley residents. According to The Desert Sun, Rancho Mirage councilman Scott Hines proposed the idea to turn Coachella into California’s major grower and [...]
by Daniel Ferretti
Students may have physical and mental disabilities due to a past experience. A disability is any type of inability to do something adequately, whether physical or mental. At COD, a service called DSPS (Disabled Students Programs and Services) provides service to disabled students. “College of the Desert is committed to providing students with disabilities equal access to a community college education.”
by Kelsey Carr
Starting Tuesday, January 31, 2012, there will be a new eight week endurance training class offered at C0llege of the Desert.
