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Events & News
Foothill Alum Joins Art History Faculty
September 8, 2020
Cynthia Brannvall earned her A.A. in Humanities at Foothill College.
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New Scientist Spotlights Website Helps Instructors Highlight Diversity in STEM
August 5, 2020
The new Scientists Spotlight Initiative website aims to help teachers diversify their STEM curriculum.
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Pharm Tech Students Support Local Pharmacies
May 22, 2020
Foothill students have stepped up to serve the community as pharmacy technician externs at 11 Bay Area pharmacies.
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Sam WhiteAssociate Professor of English
Favorite part of my job: The continuous learning that occurs; my students’ as well as my own. Also, I love forming lasting friendships with my students, and learning about their successes after they leave my class.
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