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Palo Alto College, part of the Alamo Colleges District in San Antonio, TX, provides high-quality education and training to a diverse and aspiring community. With over 10,000 students enrolled, Palo Alto College educates, nurtures, and inspires students through a dynamic and supportive learning environment. Palo Alto College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees and short-term certificates.

Ready to take the next step in your academic journey after Palo Alto College, Palominos? 🏫 Join us for the Fall 2026 Tra...
10/13/2026

Ready to take the next step in your academic journey after Palo Alto College, Palominos? 🏫 Join us for the Fall 2026 Transfer Fair, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet with over 40 university recruiters who are ready to answer all your transfer questions! ✨

🗓️ Monday, Oct. 19
🕙 9-11 a.m.
📍 Rio Grande Building Lobby

Don’t miss your chance to connect with representatives and plan your next chapter, Palominos! 🐴 For more information, contact the Advising Center at ☎️ 210-486-3300.

Palo Alto College is thrilled to partner with Spicewood Park Elementary through Educate South’s Adopt-A-School Initiativ...
10/13/2026

Palo Alto College is thrilled to partner with Spicewood Park Elementary through Educate South’s Adopt-A-School Initiative for the 2026–27 school year! 🙌🐴

Last week, we kicked off this exciting partnership with a pep rally featuring our PAC Cheer Team, Marching Mariachi Drumline, and a special appearance by Prima! 🎉

Spicewood Park is now officially a College-Going campus, and we’re to help inspire students to pursue higher education and foster a college-going culture across South Bexar County! 🌟

Want to learn more about Educate South or become a partner? Contact Nancy Gonzales at 📧 [email protected].

Hey ! 🐴 Join Palo Alto College and our Athletics Department for the Paloween Hustle 5K/10K in Honor of Samantha Tapia h...
10/12/2026

Hey ! 🐴 Join Palo Alto College and our Athletics Department for the Paloween Hustle 5K/10K in Honor of Samantha Tapia happening this Saturday! Let’s come together to honor Samantha’s legacy and support future student-athletes. Lace up your running shoes and bring your friends and family for a meaningful day!

📆 Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
🕗 8 a.m.
📍 Palo Alto College

🏃 Event Details:
⭐️ 5K Registration: $40 | 10K Registration: $50 (includes T-shirt and medal)
⭐️ On-site Registration: 6:30–7:45 a.m.
⭐️ Race Start: 8 a.m.
⭐️ Awards for top finishers in each category
🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/3SkJjDP

All proceeds will directly support young athletes as they pursue their academic dreams. We hope to see you there! ❤️

Hey Palominos! 🐴✨ Join us for our next Latinx Heritage Month event this week, featuring a Gallery100 Artists Reception w...
10/12/2026

Hey Palominos! 🐴✨ Join us for our next Latinx Heritage Month event this week, featuring a Gallery100 Artists Reception with San Antonio artists Ralph Lopez and Cristina Muñiz! 🎨

Artists Reception:
🗓️ Thursday, Oct. 15
🕚 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Concho Hall - Gallery100
🖼️ Gallery Hours: Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Ralph Lopez draws inspiration from personal memories and experiences growing up between relatives’ homes. Cristina Muñiz is a painter whose work explores her Mexican American roots, Spanish language, family bonds, and q***r identity.

We hope to see you there! 💛

Hey ! 🐴 Join us this October for our Día de los Mu***os Mariachi Concert & Mini Trunk-or-Treat hosted by our Fine and P...
10/10/2026

Hey ! 🐴 Join us this October for our Día de los Mu***os Mariachi Concert & Mini Trunk-or-Treat hosted by our Fine and Performing Arts Center! 🎶🌼

Bring the whole family for an evening of music and tradition! Enjoy our Mini Trunk-or-Treat, followed by performances from Mariachi Leyenda de Oro from Southwest Legacy High School and our very own Mariachi Palomino! 🎺✨

🗓️ Wednesday, Oct. 28
🎃 6–7 p.m. | Mini Trunk-or-Treat
🎶 7–8:30 p.m. | Día de los Mu***os Mariachi Concert
📍 Palo Alto College Performing Arts Center
🎟️ $10 per person | Tickets available at the door

Celebrate Día de los Mu***os with us for a wonderful evening with music and tradition! ✨ All proceeds support the Palo Alto College Mariachi Program. We hope to see you there! 🐴

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Ready to level up your cosmetology career? 🤔 Then be sure to join us at the Open House to learn more about Palo Alto Col...
10/09/2026

Ready to level up your cosmetology career? 🤔 Then be sure to join us at the Open House to learn more about Palo Alto College's new Barbering Specialty Program:💈✂️

Licensed cosmetologists, this is your chance to expand your expertise and step into the fast-growing world of men’s grooming! Our Barber Specialty Program gives you hands-on training in fades, hot shaves, beard trims, facials, waxing, and more!

🏠 Open House:
🗓️ Monday, Oct. 19
🕒 3:45-5 p.m.
📍 San Jacinto Building - Cosmetology Learning Studio

Why make the crossover? 🤔
⏱️ Receive credit for your existing cosmetology license.
🗓️ Evening classes available to fit your schedule. (4-9:45 p.m.)
✂️ Master modern barbering techniques from industry experts.
💼 Expand your career opportunities and earning potential
📝 Eligibility for the Class A Barber License exams upon successful completion

Eligibility:
✅ Must be 17 years of age
✅ Must hold a valid Cosmetology Operator license or have completed at least 700 hours in an Operator or Barbering Program.

📞 Ready to secure your spot? Contact the Palo Alto College Cosmetology Program at 210-486-3329 or 210-486-3176.

Another successful Latinx Heritage Month event in the books! 📚✨Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the Tej...
10/08/2026

Another successful Latinx Heritage Month event in the books! 📚✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the Tejana Land: A Writing Life in Four Acts book discussion featuring the work of Teresa Palomo Acosta! We loved hearing your thoughts, perspectives, and takeaways from this read. 📖

And a big thank you to the Ozuna Library & Learning Center for hosting a great event! 🙌

10/08/2026

Could a bachelor’s degree be your next step?

Find out at our Virtual Information Fair for the Bachelor of Applied Technology in Management at Palo Alto College

Add it to your calendar:
📅 Oct. 14
⏰ 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Zoom link to be posted day of event

Learn how you can:
💻 Study fully online
🎓 Move toward your bachelor’s degree
💰 Explore financial aid options

One hour. A lot of possibilities.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Manufacturing Day event yesterday, hosted by our incredible Advanced Manufactur...
10/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Manufacturing Day event yesterday, hosted by our incredible Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) Department! 🧑‍🏭⚙️🤖👨‍💻

We had a fantastic turnout! Students and community members toured our facility, met our AMT faculty and students, participated in hands-on activities, and learned more about the exciting opportunities in the manufacturing industry . ✨

Hey Palominos! 🐴 Join us for our next Latinx Heritage Month event as we honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day with filmmaker Son...
10/06/2026

Hey Palominos! 🐴 Join us for our next Latinx Heritage Month event as we honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day with filmmaker Sonya Rosario, who will discuss her documentary, Idaho’s Forgotten War. 🎬

🗓️ Monday, October 12
🕚 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
📍 Student Center Annex

Sonya Rosario is an independent filmmaker dedicated to giving a voice to women living on reservations and in rural Idaho, highlighting their contributions through activism, education, and legislation.

Her 2009 documentary follows a young girl who fulfills a prophecy about a warrior guiding the Kootenai people back to their homelands.

We hope to see you there! ✨

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1400 W Villaret Boulevard
San Antonio, TX
78224

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+12104863100

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