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Founded in 1985 from the desire to provide higher education to residents of south San Antonio, Palo Alto College has spent more than 35 years serving over 150,000 individuals throughout San Antonio, Bexar County, and surrounding counties.

On Campus News

The latest news, important announcements, and success stories from Palo Alto College

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    Salute to Veterans Ceremony & Groundbreaking

    The Salute to Veterans Ceremony took place from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. in the Palo Alto College Performing Arts Center and featured keynote speaker Shoshana Nyree Johnson
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    PAC Becomes 13th Official Microsoft Data Center Academy in North America

    Palo Alto College is now North America's 13th official Microsoft Data Center Academy. This achievement will help provide high-quality technology education and prepare students for in-demand digital age jobs.
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    PAC Honors The Legacy Of Social Activist Icon Willie Velasquez

    Palo Alto College officially declared September 17 as Willie Velásquez Day with a heartfelt proclamation ceremony led by President Dr. Robert Garza.
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    Palo Alto College Unveils 'Art PArC' Amphitheater: A New Cultural Hub for the Southside

    Palo Alto College celebrates a momentous occasion as it unveils its latest campus enhancement: the Art PArC Amphitheater.
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    Palo Alto College Announces Partnership with Union Pacific

    Palo Alto College is excited to announce a groundbreaking new partnership with Union Pacific, one of the nation’s leading transportation companies.
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    Spotlight Series: Taylor Coffee

    As PAC makes strides in supporting its military-affiliated students. Taylor Coffee develops partnership with the U.S. Army that brings educational access and military career opportunities.
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Spotlight Events

  • Wintermester Registration Deadline

    Sunday, December 15

    Palo Alto College is offering an online three-week Wintermester for enrolled students from Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, to Friday, Jan. 3, 2025.

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Upcoming Events

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    Winter Break

    Thursday, December 19
    Alamo Colleges District, including Palo Alto College, will be closed for winter break from December 19, 2024, to January 1, 2025. Offices reopen on January 2, 2025.
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    STEM & Tutoring Open House

    Wednesday, January 29, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
    Join us to kick off the semester! Visit the STEM Center, Science Learning Center, and Math & Writing Center. Meet tutors, enjoy snacks, and get a stamped passport for a chance to win a goodie basket!