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<title>Hancock Fine Arts Student Show Opens at Ann Foxworthy Gallery</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcstudentartshow26.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's fine arts students will showcase their creative work during the Fine Arts Student Show, on view April 6 through May 7 at the Ann Foxworthy Gallery on the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:11:53 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Black-and-white portrait drawing displayed in the Allan Hancock College Fine Arts Student Show. The artwork depicts a person with short, wavy hair wearing large, clear-framed glasses and small earrings. Rendered with detailed shading and soft highlights, the portrait captures a calm expression and strong facial features against a simple background.</media:description>
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<title>Santa Barbara Duo Wins International Competition, Hancock Faculty Among Winners</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/pianofacultywinsaward.php</link>
<description>An Allan Hancock College piano faculty member is taking her talents to one of the world's most prestigious stages after winning an international music competition with a fellow musician.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:15:31 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Allan Hancock College piano faculty member Dr. Adea Badivuku (right) and violist and composer Dr. Deniz Caglarcan (left) perform together on stage. Seated back-to-back on a piano bench, Badivuku plays a grand piano while Caglarcan plays the viola. The duo, winners of the Golden Classical Music Awards International Competition, perform in a concert hall setting</media:description>
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<title>AHC Athletics Hosts 5th Annual Final Fore Golf Tournament</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/finalfore26.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College Athletics will host its 5th Annual Final Fore Golf Tournament April 6 at the Santa Maria Country Club. The presenting sponsor for this year's event is AmericanStar Tours, a top-rated charter bus company based in Pismo Beach.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:15:06 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>A golfer swings a club on a green fairway during Allan Hancock College Athletics’ Final Fore Golf Tournament. The golfer, wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt and black pants, follows through on the shot while another participant with a golf bag walks in the background on the course.</media:description>
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<title>Cloverlane Foundation Funds New &quot;Jaws of Life&quot; for Hancock Fire Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/cloverlanefiredonation.php</link>
<description>A generous donation is helping Allan Hancock College strengthen hands-on training for the next generation of firefighters.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:15:59 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Clover Lane Jaws of Life Donation</media:title>
<media:description>Members of the Cloverlane Foundation stand outdoors holding a hydraulic rescue tool, commonly known as the ‘Jaws of Life,’ that they donated to the Allan Hancock College Fire Academy. The group wears matching navy jackets and hats with the foundation logo, while a fire engine and training area are visible in the background</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Announces Lineup for Spring Concerts</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcpsringconcerts26.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting the community to enjoy a series of live musical performances this spring featuring student musicians, faculty artists, and special guest performers in Boyd Concert Hall (bldg. F) on the Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:30:16 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Black Steinway &amp; Sons grand piano on the stage of Boyd Concert Hall at Allan Hancock College’s Santa Maria campus. The piano sits on a wooden stage with its lid open, facing rows of empty orange auditorium seats in a modern concert hall setting.</media:description>
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<title>Fine Arts Faculty Show Opens at Foxworthy Gallery</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/fineartsfacultyshow26.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Fine Arts faculty are showcasing a wide range of creative work during the Fine Arts Faculty Show, on view February 9 through March 12 at the Ann Foxworthy Gallery on the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:36:36 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Kicks-Off Spring 2026 Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/spring2026firstday.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College welcomed thousands of students back to campus this week as spring 2026 classes began on January 20 at the college's Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:48:11 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Students and staff stand behind an Allan Hancock College information booth set up outdoors on the first day of fall classes. The table is covered with a blue Allan Hancock College tablecloth and displays snacks, fruit, flyers, and sign-up materials. The booth is under a canopy near campus walkways and staircases, welcoming students as classes begin.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Skills USA Students Organize Blanket Drive</title>
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<description>Allan Hancock College's SkillsUSA Community Service Team is collecting new and gently used blankets this holiday season to support individuals and families in need across the Central Coast.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:07:28 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Twenty-Six Recruits Graduate from AHC Law Enforcement Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/leagraduationahc25.php</link>
<description>Twenty-six recruits graduated from Allan Hancock College's Basic Law Enforcement Academy on Dec. 3 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:05:54 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Law enforcement recruits stand in uniform during Allan Hancock College’s Law Enforcement Academy graduation ceremony in Lompoc on December 3, 2025. The group, consisting of 26 graduates, includes recruits from various local agencies wearing tan sheriff and dark police uniforms, facing forward in formation.</media:description>
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<title>Single-Parent Hancock Students Receive Free Thanksgiving Meals</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcturkeygiveaway25.php</link>
<description>For the 17th year in a row, Allan Hancock College provided students who are single parents with a turkey and other Thanksgiving meal items free of charge. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:16:55 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Turkey Drive 2025</media:title>
<media:description>A volunteer hands a frozen turkey to a driver during Allan Hancock College’s annual turkey giveaway at the Santa Maria campus. The volunteer smiles while placing the turkey into the vehicle, which also contains a paper bag and other groceries. The event supports local families during the holiday season.</media:description>
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<title>All Clear Issued following Bomb Threat at AHC Santa Maria Campus</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/allclearnr.php</link>
<description>At approximately 2:21 p.m. on Monday, November 24, Allan Hancock College received a bomb threat via phone call at its Santa Maria campus. Out of an abundance of caution, the campus was immediately evacuated, and all classes and services were canceled for the remainder of the day.  
  
As of 5:20 p.m., law enforcement has issued an all-clear. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:07:17 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Closes Santa Maria Campus Due to Power Outage</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcpoweroutagenr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College closed its Santa Maria campus on Nov. 20 due to a prolonged power outage.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:03:47 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Cash for College Travels to Paso Robles High School</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/prhscashforcollegenr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's financial aid office, in partnership with Paso Robles High School, Cuesta College, Cal Poly and the Central Coast Cal-SOAP Consortium, will host a two-day financial aid application event on Nov. 19-20, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Paso Robles High School's Bearcat Hall.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:15:08 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Registration Open for Winter &amp; Spring Classes at Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcwinterspringclasses25nr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting new and returning students to register now for winter and spring 2026 classes, which offer hundreds of opportunities to earn a degree, transfer to a university, gain job skills or explore new interests.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 08:49:26 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>A student wearing a maroon hoodie works on a laptop outdoors at Allan Hancock College’s Santa Maria campus. The student sits at a concrete table with a sticker-covered water bottle beside the laptop, surrounded by blooming shrubs and a sunny green lawn in the background.</media:description>
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<title>Cal Poly Accepting Applications for Degree Programs at Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/calpolyahcdegrees.php</link>
<description>Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is now accepting applications for two bachelor's degree programs offered on Allan Hancock College's Santa Maria campus. Applications for both programs -- Business Administration and Sociology -- are open through Dec. 1, with classes beginning in fall 2026.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:52:10 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Cal Poly President Jeff Armstrong (far right) and Allan Hancock College Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers (far left) stand with a group of five Allan Hancock College students in front of a backdrop featuring the Cal Poly and Allan Hancock College logos. The group smiles for the photo, representing a collaboration event between the two institutions.</media:description>
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<title>Retired AHC Instructor Selected for International Art Exhibition</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/njwarditalynr.php</link>
<description>Retired Allan Hancock College Graphic Design Professor Nancy Jo Ward has been selected to exhibit her mixed-media work at the XV Florence Biennale in Florence, Italy, Oct. 18-26, 2025.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:01:32 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Colorful mixed-media portrait titled Anna-Louise by Nancy Jo Ward. The artwork depicts a woman’s face rendered in expressive layers of brushstrokes, textures, and abstract color blending. Warm tones of red, orange, and yellow mix with cool blues and purples, creating depth and emotion. The figure’s thoughtful expression and soft gaze are framed by painterly textures and organic patterns that merge the realistic and abstract.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Instructor Publishes New Thriller Novel</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/seaofglassnr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College adjunct English instructor Patrick Shattuck has published his latest novel, Sea of Glass, a contemporary thriller infused with elements of magical realism.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:29:45 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Book cover for Sea of Glass by Patrick Shattuck. The image features a realistic glass sphere resting on a dark surface, containing a vivid blue ocean wave curling inside it. The title ‘Sea of Glass’ appears in light blue script at the top, and the author’s name, ‘Patrick Shattuck,’ is written in matching script at the bottom, reflected faintly below.</media:description>
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<title>Foxworthy Gallery Features Artwork By Paulo P. Lima</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/foxworthylimaart.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Ann Foxworthy Gallery will showcase the work of Santa Barbara-based artist Paulo P. Lima, Ph.D., in the upcoming exhibition Dreams and Revelations, on view from Oct. 13-Dec. 4.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:28:09 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Paulo Lima Art</media:title>
<media:description>Promotional flyer for Allan Hancock College’s art exhibition Dreams and Revelations: Works by Paulo P. Lima. The flyer includes event details and an image of a colorful sculpture by Paulo P. Lima titled Earth Flower (2021). The sculpture depicts a blue human figure adorned with beaded jewelry, a grass skirt, and a tall feathered headdress in blue, green, yellow, and red. The artist reception is on Friday, October 17, 2025, from 4:30 to 7 p.m., and an artist talk is scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 5 to 6 p.m., at the Ann Foxworthy Gallery, Fine Arts Complex, Room F-225, on the Santa Maria campus.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts 2025 Career Exploration Day</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/careerexplorationday25.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College invited more than 1,300 local high school and college students to its Santa Maria campus on Oct. 3 for the college's annual Career Exploration Day.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:19:22 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Students gather at an outdoor Career Exploration Day event, standing under a canopy labeled ‘Allan Hancock College.’ They speak with a representative at a booth displaying brochures, posters, and colorful stickers. The students wear event lanyards and carry blue tote bags, while other attendees and booths are visible in the background on a sunny day.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Students Design Signage for Nature Preserve</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcpreservesignage.php</link>
<description>Visitors to the Central Coast's rugged coastline will soon have a new way to connect with its natural beauty, thanks to Allan Hancock College graphic design students who transformed science into art for the community.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:42:54 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Superintendent/President Appointed to Santa Maria Fairpark Board</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/waltherfairparknr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D., has been appointed to serve on the 37th District Agricultural Association Board of Directors, also known as the Santa Maria Fairpark Board.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 07:45:22 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Dr. Kevin G. Walthers, superintendent/president of Allan Hancock College, stands indoors wearing a dark suit jacket over a light blue checkered shirt. He has short gray hair and a calm expression. Behind him on the wall are framed black-and-white historical photos of the college campus.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Offers Cash for College Workshops</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/cashforcollegenr.php</link>
<description>To make college more affordable, Allan Hancock College is inviting students and their families to in-person workshops that guide them through the financial aid application process.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 08:30:20 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Fourteen Graduate From Hancock's CORE Custody Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/corecustody2025.php</link>
<description>Fourteen cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's CORE Custody Academy on Sept. 19 during a ceremony held at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:17:36 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock &amp; TMHA Host Mental Health Awareness Event</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahctmhaevent.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College and Transitions-Mental Health Association are inviting the community to an inspiring evening of film and resources aimed at raising awareness and hope around the issue of mental health and youth suicide prevention.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:12:19 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Event</media:title>
<media:description>Outdoor student event at Allan Hancock College on a sunny day, with several canopy tents set up in a courtyard area. Students are gathered at tables under the tents, talking with representatives, collecting information, and enjoying the event. Large trees and clear blue sky are visible in the background, creating a lively and welcoming campus atmosphere.</media:description>
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<title>Community Education Offers Fall Noncredit Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/fallcommunityeducationnr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Community Education is currently inviting Northern Santa Barbara County residents from all walks of life to register for noncredit classes. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:07:15 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Community Education Fall</media:title>
<media:description>Students walk along a tree-lined pathway on Allan Hancock College’s Santa Maria campus. Some students carry backpacks while heading to class, and others are walking in groups or alone. The campus buildings, landscaped greenery, and parked cars are visible in the background on a sunny day.</media:description>
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<title>Foxworthy Gallery Features AHC Alumni in New Exhibit</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/madeinsantamariashownr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Ann Foxworthy Gallery is shining a spotlight on two of Santa Maria's own artistic talents in its current exhibition, Made in Santa Maria. The show features the works of artists Ruben Espinoza and Aaron Cribbs and will run through Oct. 2.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 13:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>New Students Get a Warm Welcome at Hancock Hello</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahchello25.php</link>
<description>During the event, the new Bulldog students and their parents were able to learn more about Hancock and the programs and support services the college offers. Attendees met faculty and staff, learned more about college departments and student clubs, and took campus tours. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 11:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Model A Ford Club Hosts Annual Event to Benefit AHC Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/allfordshow.php</link>
<description>A local car club is celebrating 23 years of raising money for students in Allan Hancock College's industrial technology program this September.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:46:54 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Promotional flyer for the 23rd Annual All Ford Car Show and Swap Meet, celebrating 70 years of the Thunderbird. The flyer features three classic Ford Thunderbirds: a light blue model, a white model, and a red model, shown side by side. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 13, 2025, with the car show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the swap meet starting at 7 a.m. Proceeds benefit Allan Hancock College Industrial Technology and other local and national scholarships. Includes logos for Santa Maria Model A Ford Club and Allan Hancock College, along with a QR code.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Fire Academy Selected For Metallica Scholars Initiative</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/fireacademymsi.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College has been named a recipient of the nationally recognized Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI).</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 09:02:59 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Invites New Students to Hancock Hello Orientation Events</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockhello2025.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting new students and their families to kick off the academic year with fun and informative Hancock Hello orientation events held this August at the college's Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2025 13:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Encourages Students to Register for Fall Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/fallregistrationnr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is still accepting registrations for the upcoming fall semester, which begins Aug. 18.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 14:50:36 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Fall Classes Photo</media:title>
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<title>CoastHills Credit Union Donates $45,000 to AHC Foundation</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/coasthills45kdonation.php</link>
<description>The Allan Hancock College Foundation received a generous $45,000 donation from CoastHills Credit Union to support a variety of college programs, scholarships and student engagement initiatives throughout 2025.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:16:29 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>CoastHills Credit Union Donation</media:title>
<media:description>Representatives from Allan Hancock College, CoastHills Credit Union, and Hancock students pose together holding an oversized ceremonial check for $45,000 from CoastHills Credit Union to the Allan Hancock College Foundation. The group stands in a bright campus hallway near the Admissions &amp; Records office</media:description>
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<title>Third Year of Wine Fest Pours Into Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/westcoastwinefest25.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is hosting its third annual wine festival at the college's Santa Maria campus and is inviting the public to attend.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:01:17 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Wine Fest 2025</media:title>
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<title>Hancock Offers Free Bulldog Express Workshops</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/bulldogexpress2025.php</link>
<description>Starting June 23, students are invited to attend Bulldog Express, a series of free workshops happening every Monday and Tuesday through August 12</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 13:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Bulldog Express 2025</media:title>
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<title>Cloverlane Foundation Launches New Program for Nursing Students at Allan Hancock College</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/nursingstudentprogramcloverlane.php</link>
<description>The nonprofit Cloverlane Foundation announced the launch of the Nurses Project, a new program to provide textbooks and other educational resources for nursing students with the initial savings for students of $35,000. Allan Hancock College is the first school selected to participate in what is intended to become a multi-college program.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano &lt;ricardo.cano1@hancockcollege.edu&gt;</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 14:08:00 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock &amp; CSU Channel Islands Announce New Bachelor of Science in Nursing Partnership</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahccsucinursing.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College and California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) are partnering to expand access to bachelor's degrees in nursing for students in northern Santa Barbara County.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>CSU Channel Islands Press Confrernce</media:title>
<media:description>CSU Channel Islands President Richard Yao, Ph.D., speaks at a podium alongside Allan Hancock College Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D., and an ASL interpreter during a press event announcing a new partnership to offer CSUCI’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program on Hancock’s Santa Maria campus. Banners featuring both institutions’ logos are displayed behind them.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Foundation Awards 605K at Scholarship Awards Ceremony</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/foundationscholarhsipawards.php</link>
<description>Over 800 students and donors gathered at the Joe White Memorial Gymnasium on May 22 to celebrate the Allan Hancock College Foundation's annual scholarship awards.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 08:56:37 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2025 AHC Scholarship Awards</media:title>
<media:description>A smiling student at Allan Hancock College’s 2025 Scholarship Awards Ceremony holds a framed certificate while surrounded by friends, family, and supporters inside a gymnasium. The group stands in front of a crowd of attendees and rows of blue bleachers.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates 2025 Commencement</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahc25graduation.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated the achievements of 1,287 graduating students at the college's 104th commencement ceremony.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 13:28:21 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2025 Commencement </media:title>
<media:description>Graduates from Allan Hancock College in caps and gowns smile as they line up in two rows outdoors under leafy trees. Two students at the front hold banners with the college logo, while a graduate in a wheelchair leads the procession down a sidewalk on a sunny day.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Honors 17 Retiring Faculty &amp; Staff</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/retirementsandrecognisitonsevent.php</link>
<description>On May 21, Allan Hancock College honored the dedication and service of 17 retiring faculty and staff members during a heartfelt ceremony that celebrated decades of contributions to student success.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 13:18:01 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Retirements and Recognitions</media:title>
<media:description>A group of retirees and guests pose for a photo in the courtyard outside a modern Allan Hancock College building. The group of fifteen people stands in a line, smiling in the sunshine during a retirement celebration event.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates 2025 Transfer Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/trasngercelebration25.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated 2025 graduates who will continue their education at four-year universities at its annual University Transfer Celebration on May 16 at the college's Santa Maria campus.  </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 09:06:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>2025 Transfer Celebration</media:title>
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<title>Three Community Champions Named as 2025 Hancock Honors Recipients</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockhonorsnr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College announced the recipients of the 2025 Hancock Honors, presented by CoastHills Credit Union. This annual celebration recognizes individuals and organizations making a lasting impact on the college and the communities it serves.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 09:18:40 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock Honors 2025</media:title>
<media:description>Dr. Henry Davis (left), the late Jim Glines, and the Santa Ynez Valley Foundation were named as honorees the 2025 Hancock Honors celebration. 

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<title>Hancock Honors Noncredit Students at Recognition Ceremony</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/noncreditceremony25.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated the achievements of its noncredit students at its annual Noncredit Recognition Ceremony on Friday, May 9, at the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 10:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Noncredit Recognition Ceremony 2025</media:title>
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<title>Hancock Rodeo Team Ends Season on a High Note</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcrodeoseason.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Rodeo Team finished its 2025 season with an impressive list of awards and accomplishments.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 15:04:04 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2025 Rodeo Team</media:title>
<media:description>A student in the AHC Rodeo club rides a horse. They are looking down as they wield a rope. </media:description>
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<title>Twelve Cadets Graduate from Hancock's CORE Custody Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/core2025graduation.php</link>
<description>Twelve cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's CORE Custody Academy on April 30 during a ceremony held at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.  </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 14:53:56 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>4-30-25 CORE Graduation Ceremony</media:title>
<media:description>Twelve graduates of Allan Hancock College’s CORE Custody Academy sit in uniformed rows during their graduation ceremony. The cadets wear tan shirts, green pants, black boots, and white gloves, with badges and shoulder patches visible. Flags and officials are in the background.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Students Shine at Skills USA Competition</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcskillsusa25.php</link>
<description>Students in Allan Hancock College's Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs took home a staggering 50 gold, silver, and bronze medals from the statewide SkillsUSA competition in Ontario, California, earlier this month.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:54:59 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Skills USA State 2025</media:title>
<media:description>A large group of Allan Hancock College students and faculty pose on outdoor steps wearing uniforms and medals after competing in a statewide SkillsUSA competition. Participants wear white shirts, red jackets, chef attire, or khaki uniforms, and are smiling proudly</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Art, Music, Dance, &amp; Film Events</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcfineartseventsmay.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting the public to celebrate art, music and film with several events featuring the college's talented students and faculty this May.  </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:43:14 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Piano </media:title>
<media:description>Close-up view of a Steinway &amp; Sons grand piano on stage at Boyd Concert Hall at Allan Hancock College, with rows of empty orange seats and wood-paneled walls in the background.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock &amp; Cuesta Receive Grant to Develop High Tech-Hubs</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hightechhubnews.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College and Cuesta College have been awarded state funding through Uplift Central Coast's Catalyst Predevelopment Grant initiative to establish the AHC/CC High Tech Hubs: Diversifying Careers Through Education project.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:19:29 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>High Tech Hubs</media:title>
<media:description>A woman wearing glasses and a pink headband focuses intently on a computer screen in a classroom or computer lab. Other people working at computers are visible in the blurred background.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Sparks Conversation On Future of AI</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/aisummitnr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College welcomed more than 200 students, educators, industry leaders and community members to its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Summit on April 18 at the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 15:22:17 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC AI Summit</media:title>
<media:description>A panel of seven speakers sits on stage during Allan Hancock College’s first AI Summit. Two women stand at a podium speaking, while five panelists are seated in chairs, engaged in discussion. A large screen behind them displays the names of the panelists and moderator. The event is held in a bright, modern auditorium with wood-paneled walls.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates National Poetry Month</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcpoetrymonth.php</link>
<description>April is National Poetry Month, and Allan Hancock College is hosting a diverse series of events celebrating the art of poetry in late March and April at its Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:37:54 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Jakeel Harris</media:title>
<media:description>Poet Jakeel Harris performs at the Dr. Kate Adams Poetry Symposium at Allan Hancock College. Standing under a blue canopy, he passionately delivers his poem into a microphone, gesturing with one hand while holding a poetry book in the other. He wears a black cap, a black graphic t-shirt, and a light gray button-up jacket. The outdoor setting includes greenery and a modern building in the background.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Dance, Rodeo, Film, and Family Events</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockcollegeevents.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting community members to four exciting events set to take place in late March and early April.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:16:45 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC dance Team</media:title>
<media:description>Three young women wearing white and blue Allan Hancock College basketball jerseys perform a choreographed dance routine outdoors on a sunny day. They are smiling and have their arms raised in dynamic poses. The dancer in the foreground, wearing jersey number 11, has long, light brown hair and is leading the routine with enthusiasm. The dancer to her left, wearing jersey number 10, has dark hair tied in a ponytail and is mid-motion with a joyful expression. Behind them, another dancer wearing jersey number 22 follows the routine. In the background, people in blue Hancock apparel are gathered under a tent, and others are seated at tables with promotional materials. The setting is a college campus with greenery and a beige building in the distance.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Foundation Welcomes New Board Members</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcfoundationnewboard.php</link>
<description>The Allan Hancock College Foundation announced the appointment of six accomplished community leaders to its Board of Directors.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 14:44:57 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Foundation Board 2025</media:title>
<media:description>A group of six professional headshots featuring the newly appointed Allan Hancock College Foundation board members. In the top row, from left to right: Dr. Carolyn Baldiviez, a woman with shoulder-length dark hair wearing a black blouse against a gray background; Michael Boyer, a man with short black hair, glasses, and a goatee, wearing a dark suit and blue striped shirt against a dark gray backdrop; and Mike Brady, an older man wearing a beige fedora, white button-up shirt, and gray blazer, smiling while seated outdoors. In the bottom row, from left to right: Michael Carroll, a man with short gray hair, glasses, and a beard, wearing a light blue patterned button-up shirt against a white background; Katie Gorndt, a woman with shoulder-length blonde hair wearing a bright blue blazer over a black top, posing in front of a stone wall; and Candice Monge, a woman with long dark hair wearing a dark gray blazer over a black blouse, smiling against a blurred gray and white background.</media:description>
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<title>Cal Poly to Launch New Bachelor's Degree Offerings at Allan Hancock College</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockpolynews.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College and California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo are partnering to significantly expand access to in-person baccalaureate degrees in northern Santa Barbara County.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 12:10:56 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Cal Poly Hancock</media:title>
<media:description>A group photo from a March 17 news conference features Allan Hancock College Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D. (left), and Cal Poly President Jeffrey D. Armstrong, Ph.D. (right), standing alongside five Allan Hancock College students. The students, dressed in casual and school-branded attire, are smiling and standing close together in front of a backdrop displaying the logos of Allan Hancock College and Cal Poly. The setting is indoors with bright lighting and a neutral-colored wall.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts &quot;Pathways to Success&quot;</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcpathwaysevent.php</link>
<description>Hundreds of local educators and industry leaders gathered at Allan Hancock College's Fine Arts Complex on March 4 for the college's inaugural &quot;Pathways to Success&quot; networking event.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:03:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Pathways To Success 2025</media:title>
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<title>Hancock Offers Short-Term Spring Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcshorttermclasses2025.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is encouraging students to earn additional college credits by enrolling in short-term spring classes, which start on March 24.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:23:32 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Ann Foxworthy Gallery Presents Retrospective of Kam Jacoby's Photographic Works </title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/kamjacobyartshow.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Ann Foxworthy Gallery is hosting a retrospective exhibition of photographic works by Kam Jacoby, a renowned professional artist, photographer, and former member of Hancock's fine arts faculty.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:01:57 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Buries Time Capsule at LVC</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/lvctimecapsule.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College staff, faculty and students gathered at the college's Lompoc Valley Center to bury a time capsule in celebration of the LVC on Feb. 18.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:18:30 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>New Foxworthy Gallery Exhibit Explores Art, Symbolism &amp; Advocacy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/colleenkellyexhibit.php</link>
<description>The exhibition, titled &quot;The Dichotomy of Laundry&quot; and &quot;The New Order Regression&quot;, delves into women's societal roles and the intersection of gender and environmental issues and will be on display in the gallery through Feb. 21. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:35:40 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Offers Cash for College Workshops</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/cashforcollegespring.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting parents and students to an in-person workshop to help them apply for financial aid, significantly reducing the cost of college attendance.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:35:04 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Superintendent/President Inspires OAHS Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/oahstalknr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D., visited Orcutt Academy High School (OAHS) on Feb. 3 to speak with students about leadership, education, and future opportunities at Hancock.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 09:39:09 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Students Connect with Peers, Faculty, &amp; Resources at Bulldog Bow-WOW</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/bulldogbowwow25.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College invited students taking spring classes to a fun and informative Bulldog Bow-WOW welcome event on Feb. 5 at the college's Santa Maria campus. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 15:55:37 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Superintendent/President to Speak at OAHS</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/leadershipunpluggedoahs.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D., will be the featured speaker at &quot;Leadership Unplugged&quot;, a special community event taking place on Monday, Feb. 3, at 6:00 p.m. in the Orcutt Academy High School (OAHS) Gym.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 15:05:53 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock &amp; SMJUHSD Offer Classes in Guadalupe</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/guadalupclassesnr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College and the Santa Maria Joint Union High School District have partnered to bring college-level courses directly to students in Guadalupe, expanding access to higher education opportunities within the community.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 13:51:15 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>High school students sit at a table in Guadalupe.</media:description>
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<title>Students Return to Hancock for Spring Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcfirstdayofspring.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College welcomed thousands of new and returning students back to its Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center on Jan. 21 for the start of spring classes.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>AHC &amp; SBCC Host Locations for Upward Mobility Summit</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/upwardmobility.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College in Santa Maria and Santa Barbara City College in Santa Barbara are proud to announce their partnership with the Upward Mobility Initiative as host locations for the Santa Barbara County Upward Mobility Summit, taking place on Friday, January 24, 2025.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano &lt;ricardo.cano1@hancockcollege.edu&gt;</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 10:29:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Ken Ostini Joins Hancock Board of Trustees</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ostininewtrustee.php</link>
<description>Lompoc resident, veteran and Bulldog alumnus Ken Ostini is the newest member of the Allan Hancock College Board of Trustees. Ken was elected in November 2024 to represent Area 4, which covers Lompoc, and brings decades of leadership and service to his new role.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 10:17:24 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Ken Ostini Swearing In</media:title>
<media:description>Hancock Superintendent/President Dr. Kevin G. Walthers swears in new college trustee Ken Ostini. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Awarded Cybersecurity Grant</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahccybergrant.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College will expand and strengthen its cybersecurity capabilities thanks to a recently awarded grant from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES). </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:30:30 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates Public Safety &amp; Nursing Graduations</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockpublicsafetygrads.php</link>
<description>This December, Allan Hancock College proudly graduated more than 175 new public servants from its public safety and nursing programs.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:09:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock PSTC Graduations Fall 2024</media:title>
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<title>Single-Parent Hancock Students Receive Free Thanksgiving Meals</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/turkeyfest2024.php</link>
<description>For the 16th year in a row, Allan Hancock College provided students who are single parents with a turkey and other Thanksgiving meal items free of charge.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:38:56 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Turkey Fest 2024</media:title>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates Grand Opening of New Student Health Center</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcgrandopeninghealthcenter.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated the grand opening of its new Student Health Center on Nov. 19 with a special ceremony attended by students, staff and faculty at the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Choir Hosts Holiday Concert</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockchoirconcert.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's talented student choir will kick off the holiday season with a festive all-ages concert.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 15:31:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Registration Opens for Winter &amp; Spring Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/springandwinterregnr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is encouraging new and current students to register for winter and spring classes.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 10:04:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Cuts Ribbon on New Pride Center</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/pridecenternr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated the grand opening of its new Pride Center on October 30. The Pride Center functions as a dedicated, inclusive space for LGBTQ students and allies on the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Dimensions in Dance Returns to Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcdimensionsindanceshow.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's dance program is inviting the community to its annual Dimensions in Dance performances on November 7-9 at 7 p.m. in Boyd Concert Hall (bldg. F) at the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Receives Provisional Approval to Offer Bachelor's Degree</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockdegreenr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College reached a historic milestone with the provisional approval from the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office for its Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Applied Professional Studies. Provisional approval means the program has cleared key initial requirements and is one step closer to being finalized.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:53:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock Graduates</media:title>
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<title>Frightmare Forest Returns to Allan Hancock College</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/frightmareforestahc.php</link>
<description>After a successful campaign with the event last fall, the Allan Hancock College men's basketball program is preparing once again to scare and delight the community with the return of the &quot;Frightmare Forest&quot; haunted maze.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:09:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Career Exploration Day</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahccareerexpoday.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College invited more than 1,500 local high school and college students to its Santa Maria campus on Oct. 4 for the college's annual Career Exploration Day.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 13:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Chicano Art Exhibit and Free Community Arts Event</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/chicanoarts.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Ann Foxworthy Gallery is inviting the community to celebrate art, culture, and creativity through its upcoming &quot;Nuestra Vida en Arte&quot; Chicano art exhibit and accompanying Community Arts Family Day this October.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 13:31:14 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock College Students</media:title>
<media:description>Student walk outside on the campus of Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
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<title>Tibetan Monks Return to Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockmonks.php</link>
<description>A group of Tibetan monks from the Ngari Institute will return to Santa Maria to create a sacred sand mandala from Sept. 30 to Oct. 4 in the Ann Foxworthy Gallery at Allan Hancock College.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 13:55:17 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Buddhist Monks</media:title>
<media:description>Several Buddhist monks decorate a intricate sand mandala at Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock College's Boyd Concert Hall Hosting Four Concerts in September and October</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcconcertsfall24.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Boyd Concert Hall will be filled with music over the coming weeks as the college hosts multiple concerts in September and October.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 09:18:00 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Invites Local Businesses to Participate in Career Exploration Day</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/careerexpovendorsnews.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting Central Coast businesses to help expose local college and high school students to career opportunities within the community and speak with Hancock students about current employment opportunities.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 12:10:34 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Career Exploration Vendors</media:title>
<media:description>A woman at a table for Alisal Ranch speaks with a Hancock student. </media:description>
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<title>Award-Winning Author Karin Klein to Visit Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/karinkleinnews.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College will host a special event featuring award-winning journalist and author Karin Klein.  </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:27:57 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Model A Ford Club Hosts Annual All Ford Car Show to Benefit AHC Student</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/allford2024.php</link>
<description>A local car club is celebrating 22 years of raising money for students in Allan Hancock College's industrial technology program this September.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 14:08:41 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>A local car club is celebrating 22 years of raising money for students in Allan Hancock College’s industrial technology program this September. </media:description>
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<title>Seven Cadets Graduate From Hancock's CORE Custody Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahccoregrads17.php</link>
<description>Seven cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's CORE Custody Academy on Aug. 23 during a ceremony held at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:23:55 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>CORE Custody Academy #17</media:title>
<media:description>Seven cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College’s CORE Custody Academy on Aug. 23.   </media:description>
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<title>Hancock to Host &quot;Week of Welcome&quot; for Fall Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/wowweekahc.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is expanding its popular &quot;Bulldog Bow-WOW&quot; event into a weeklong series of fun and informative activities for new and returning students.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:21:44 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock Week of Welcome</media:title>
<media:description>A student speaks with a Hancock staff member outside.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Foundation Elects Manuel Molera to its Board of Trustees</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcfoundationmolera.php</link>
<description>The Allan Hancock College Foundation elected Manuel &quot;Manny&quot; Molera of Los Olivos to its Board of Directors at its latest meeting.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 15:35:45 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>The Allan Hancock College Foundation elected Manuel “Manny” Molera of Los Olivos to its Board of Directors at its latest meeting. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Welcomes New Students at &quot;Hancock Hello&quot; Orientation</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahchello24.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College invited more than 1,700 new students to attend a &quot;Hancock Hello&quot; orientation event on Aug. 6 at the Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 15:26:42 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Encourages Students to Enroll in Fall Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/achfall25nr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is reminding students that there is still time to register for fall classes, which start on Aug. 19 at the college's Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 13:22:36 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock Students on Campus</media:title>
<media:description>Students walk outside the Fine Arts Complex at Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock to Debut New Piano During Midday Mini-Concert</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcnewpianoconcert.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting community members to see and hear the newest addition to the college's Boyd Concert Hall: a world-class concert piano.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2024 14:49:43 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Piano</media:title>
<media:description>A black Steinway piano sits on a stage in the Patty Boyd Concert Hall. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock To Host Women's Fire Camp</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/womensfirecampahc.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting women ages 15-23 to get a first-hand look at life as a firefighter during its inaugural Women's Fire Camp. The camp will be held on Aug. 3 from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:27:25 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Womens Fire Camp</media:title>
<media:description>A female firefighter uses a hose.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Art &amp; Design Professor Nancy Jo Ward Featured in International Art Exchange Exhibition in Japan</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/nancyjowardnjw.php</link>
<description>Three mixed-media portraits created by esteemed Hancock art and design professor 
Nancy Jo Ward will be on display during the 23rd International Art Exchange Exhibition in Tokyo, Japan from June 15 - 20.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:01:21 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Nancy Jo Ward NJW</media:title>
<media:description>Nancy Jo Ward and her art pieces</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Horizons Helps Teens Prepare For College &amp; Explore Careers</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockhorizons.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College Community Education will launch a new summer program that prepares teens for college-level academics and allows them to explore potential career paths.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 15:02:22 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock Horizons</media:title>
<media:description>Students attend Hancock Horizons</media:description>
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<title>Hancock's Paramedic Academy Celebrates First Graduating Class</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/paramedicclass1.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated ten students as they graduated from the inaugural class of Hancock's Paramedic Academy on Jun. 5 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:24:21 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Paramedic Program Class 1</media:title>
<media:description>Students in the Paramedic Program Class 1</media:description>
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<title>Twenty-Four Cadets Graduate From Hancock's Law Enforcement Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/lawenforcementacademy127.php</link>
<description>Twenty-four recruits graduated from Allan Hancock College's Basic Law Enforcement Academy on Jun. 5 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 14:15:48 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Law Enforcement Academy 127</media:title>
<media:description>Cadets graduating from Law Enforcement Academy</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Offers Free Bulldog Express Workshops</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/bulldogexpress24.php</link>
<description>Beginning June 10, the college invites students to Bulldog Express; free enrollment support workshops taking place every Monday and Tuesday through July 30</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:41:51 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Bulldog Express Workshops</media:title>
<media:description>Students attend Bulldog Express workshops</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Wine Festival June 8</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockwinefest24.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is hosting its second annual wine festival at the college's Santa Maria campus and is inviting the public to attend.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2024 08:30:24 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock College Wine Festival</media:title>
<media:description>A person pouring a glass of wine for thirsty onlookers.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates Graduates at 2024 Commencement</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcgraduation24.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated the achievements of thousands of graduating students at the college's 103rd commencement ceremony.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2024 13:12:21 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2024 AHC Graduation</media:title>
<media:description>Graduates in caps and gowns wait in line to graduate from Allan Hancock College. </media:description>
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<title>AHC Foundation Awards $582,290 at Annual Scholarship Ceremony</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcfoundationscholarship24.php</link>
<description>This year, the Allan Hancock College Foundation awarded 496 scholarships totaling $582,290 to 345 Allan Hancock College students.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2024 07:02:06 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Marian Hancock Scholarship Winner Calista Freeland</media:title>
<media:description>Marian Hancock Scholarship Winner Calista Freeland holds her award.</media:description>
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<title>Ten Cadets Graduate from Hancock's CORE Custody Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/coreahcgrads24.php</link>
<description>Ten cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's CORE Custody Academy on May 23 during a ceremony held at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 14:10:53 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Honors 16 Retiring Faculty &amp; Staff</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahc24retirements.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College bid a fond farewell to 16 retiring employees who contributed a combined 346 years of service to the college during an in-person recognition ceremony on May 22. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 11:53:34 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Celebrates Noncredit Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcnoncredtgrads.php</link>
<description>Students from Allan Hancock College's noncredit programs were recognized for their accomplishments at a special ceremony on May 17 at the college's Santa Mara campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 13:17:02 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Noncredit Graduation </media:title>
<media:description>A noncredit Hancock student walks across a stage and smiles in a blue cap and gown. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates 2024 Transfer Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahctransferstars2024.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated 2024 graduates who will continue their education at four-year universities at its annual University Transfer Celebration on May 17 at the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 08:37:22 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Cadets Graduate from Hancock's Fire &amp; EMS Academies</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockemsfire24.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated a new crop of first responders on May 16 as a combined 64 cadets graduated from the college's fire and emergency medical services (EMS) academies.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 08:57:14 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>AHC Names 2024 Hancock Honors Recipients</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahchonors24.php</link>
<description>On May 10, the Allan Hancock College Foundation announced the community leaders it will recognize at the college's second-annual Hancock Honors celebration, presented by CoastHills Credit Union, on September 7. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 08:37:34 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock Honors 2024</media:title>
<media:description>2024 Hancock Honors recipients (top) Larry Lahr, Joyce Howerton and the Luis and Consuelo Chavez family. </media:description>
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<title>Registration Open for Summer &amp; Fall Classes at Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcsummerfallregnr.php</link>
<description>Registration for summer and fall classes is open at Allan Hancock College, and students of all ages and educational backgrounds are encouraged to change their odds and sign up.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 13:19:32 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Registration</media:title>
<media:description>Students wait in line to register for classes at Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Seeks Students for College Corps Program</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahccollegecorpsnr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is encouraging students who want to serve their communities and earn money to pay for college to apply for the California College Corps program</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2024 10:00:55 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>SkillsUSA Students Shine at Statewide Competition</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/skillsusa24ahc.php</link>
<description>Students in Allan Hancock College's SkillsUSA program took home multiple gold, silver and bronze medals from the SkillsUSA state competition in Ontario, California.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 13:53:09 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Hosts Annual Fine Arts Student Show</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/studentartshow24.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's talented fine arts students are showcasing a diverse variety of artwork during the college's annual Fine Arts Student Exhibition</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:36:04 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Ann Foxworthy Gallery</media:title>
<media:description>Student artwork hangs in the Ann Foxworthy Gallery at Allan Hancock College. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Tim Burton Film Retrospective</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/timburtonfilmahc.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's film and television program is celebrating the work of acclaimed director Tim Burton by hosting a retrospective of his work through the end of April.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:17:56 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Hosts LVC 25th Anniversary Celebration  </title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/lvcannynr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting the community to celebrate 25 years of serving students at its Lompoc Valley Center at a free, family-friendly event.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:14:46 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>hancockcollege</media:title>
<media:description>A signs that reads Allan Hancock College</media:description>
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<title>Local Leaders Join AHC Foundation Board of Directors</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/foundationnewmembers.php</link>
<description>The Allan Hancock College Foundation Board of Directors elected four new members to its board, adding experience in business, finance, nonprofit management and public affairs.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2024 11:50:23 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Foundation New Board Members</media:title>
<media:description>New AHC Foundation Board members Paul Cook, Christina Hernandez, Dr. Len Jarrott, and Dr. Naishadh Buch</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Students Help With New Food &amp; Wine App</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/agridiscoveryahc.php</link>
<description>Santa Barbara County residents will be able to easily find local farms, wineries, vineyards, and farmers markets thanks to a new app developed through Allan Hancock College's agriculture and viticulture programs with help from the college's students.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 11:49:35 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AgriDiscovery</media:title>
<media:description>A phone app with a map of Santa Barbara County, along with markers showing food and wine locations. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Dance Program Presents 2024 &quot;Dance Spectrum&quot; Performance</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/dancespectrumahc.php</link>
<description>Students in Allan Hancock College's dance program are ready to entertain audiences of all ages during their annual Dance Spectrum performances this April.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:24:43 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/49553874407_b3dd4eaaa5_c.jpg">
<media:title>AHC Dance Spectrum</media:title>
<media:description>Hancock dance students prepare for the program’s annual Dance Spectrum show.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Athletics Hosts Third Annual Golf Tournament</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/finalforegolf.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College Athletics is hosting its annual golf tournament this spring to benefit the college's sports programs.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:40:33 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Final Fore Golf Tournament</media:title>
<media:description>Man swinging a golf club.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Expands Promise Program To Two Years</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hp2announcement.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is expanding its award-winning Promise program to provide a full two years of tuition-free college tuition for local high school graduates.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:49:33 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>HP2 Press Conference </media:title>
<media:description>Allan Hancock College Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D., announces the expansion of the Hancock Promise program. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock's Fine Arts Faculty Showcase Talent With New Exhibit</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/facultyartshow24.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's talented fine arts instructors are showcasing a wide range of creative work during the college's Fine Arts Faculty Art Show.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 14:50:32 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Students Present Research to Prestigious Biology Organization</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcsicb.php</link>
<description>Two Allan Hancock College students were invited to present their research project to a prestigious body of scientists and scholars in Seattle, Washington.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:51:48 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Hancock students Briana Munoz and Katherine Goldstein stand in front of boards with their research on native plants and bees.</media:description>
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<title>Festival Mozaic Music Director Hosts Masterclass at Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/yoomasterclass.php</link>
<description>Acclaimed violinist and Festival Mozaic Music Director Scott Yoo is hosting a free masterclass for a select group of Allan Hancock College music students, and the public is invited to watch.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:32:43 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Scott Yoo Masterclass</media:title>
<media:description>Scott Yoo conducts musicians.</media:description>
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<title>Students Return to Hancock for Spring Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/springfirstday24.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College welcomed thousands of new and returning students back to its Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center on Jan. 22 for the start of spring classes.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 08:41:58 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>First day of Spring Classes</media:title>
<media:description>Hancock students sit at their desks and listen intently as their professor talks. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts &quot;Hometown Heroes&quot; Basketball Games</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hometownheroesnr.php</link>
<description>The Allan Hancock College men's and women's basketball programs will honor local first responders, veterans, and active-duty members of the military at the college's inaugural Hometown Heroes Night on Jan. 31.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2024 08:56:05 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hometown Heroes</media:title>
<media:description>An AHC basketball player takes a shot in a basketball game.</media:description>
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<title>Twelve Cadets Graduate From Hancock's CORE Custody Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/corecustodygrads24.php</link>
<description>Twelve cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's CORE Custody Academy on Dec. 29 during a ceremony at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2024 13:35:34 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Twelve cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College’s CORE Custody Academy on Dec. 29.  </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Trustees Pass Resolution In Support of Local Baccalaureate Degree Programs</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-20-2023%20Hancock%20Trustees%20Pass%20Resolution%20Supporting%20Local%20Baccalaureates.php</link>
<description>The Allan Hancock College Board of Trustees voiced their support for the college's ongoing efforts to offer four-year degrees under the state's Community College baccalaureate program. The trustees unanimously passed a resolution in favor of the district's application to create a four-year degree in applied professional studies at their Dec. 19 regular meeting.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano &lt;ricardo.cano1@hancockcollege.edu&gt;</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Dec 2023 11:58:17 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>UnitED Central Coast Event</media:title>
<media:description>Hancock President and Cuesta President on stage at UnitED Central Coast Event.</media:description>
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<media:keywords>Hancock and Cuesta College Presidents on stage at the UnitED Central Coast event this past October.</media:keywords>
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<title>AHC Community Education Offers Spring Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/communityeducationspring.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College Community Education is inviting community members to enroll in free noncredit classes this spring.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 11:13:11 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Community Education</media:title>
<media:description>Allan Hancock College Community Education building. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Winter Promise Workshops</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/winterpromise23.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is giving high school seniors and current Hancock students a helping hand preparing to apply for spring classes and filling out their financial aid applications at a series of free workshops beginning Dec.18.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 10:41:55 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Winter Promise</media:title>
<media:description>Allan Hancock College is hosting a series of “Winter Promise” workshops for students and their parents starting Dec. 18.  </media:description>
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<title>Thirty-Four Cadets Graduate From Hancock's EMS Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/emsceremony23.php</link>
<description>After 16 weeks of classroom and field instruction, 34 cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Academy on Dec.7. The cadets were recognized for completing the Emergency Medical Services Academy.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 11:02:58 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>EMS Graduation 2023</media:title>
<media:description>Thirty-four cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Academy on Dec.7. </media:description>
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<title>Seventy-Nine Students Graduate From Hancock Nursing Programs</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcnursinggrads23.php</link>
<description>A total of 79 students graduated from Allan Hancock College's nursing program on Dec. 7, continuing the college's legacy of training highly skilled healthcare workers.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:42:37 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Nursing Graduation 2023</media:title>
<media:description>Allan Hancock College minted 79 new nurses during a graduation and pinning ceremony on Dec. 7.   </media:description>
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<title>Twenty-Seven Cadets Graduate From AHC Fire Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/fireacademygraduation23.php</link>
<description>Twenty-seven cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's Fire Academy on Dec. 7 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2023 15:13:30 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Twenty-Six Recruits Graduate From Hancock's Law Enforcement Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/leagraduation23.php</link>
<description>Twenty-six recruits graduated from Allan Hancock College's Basic Law Enforcement Academy on Dec. 6 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 14:19:44 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>LEA Class 23-126</media:title>
<media:description>Twenty-six recruits graduated from Allan Hancock College’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy on Dec. 6.</media:description>
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<title>Single-Parent Hancock Students Receive Free Thanksgiving Meals</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/caredrive23.php</link>
<description>For the 15th year in a row, Allan Hancock College's CARE program provided students who are single parents with a turkey and other Thanksgiving meal items free of charge.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:48:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>2023 Care Turkey Drive</media:title>
<media:description>A Hancock student loads a bag of groceries into the trunk of a car. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock STEM Students Attend Statewide Conference</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/mesaconference.php</link>
<description>A group of talented Hancock students attended a prestigious statewide Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) conference, where they had the opportunity to meet with industry professionals and explore potential careers.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2023 15:38:23 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>mesastem</media:title>
<media:description>Four Hancock students and their instructor smile in front of a MESA step-and-repeat. </media:description>
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<title>Registration For Winter &amp; Spring Classes Opens At Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/winterspringregnews.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is encouraging students to register now for winter and spring classes at the college's Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2023 12:32:09 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Winter and Spring Registration</media:title>
<media:description>Students wait in line to register for classes at Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
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<title>AHC English &amp; Drama Departments Present &quot;Hemingway Country&quot; Reading</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hemingway.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's English department and drama program are teaming up to bring the stories of literary legend Ernest Hemingway to life.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2023 14:39:09 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hemingway Country</media:title>
<media:description>Allan Hancock College’s English department and drama program are teaming up to bring the stories of literary legend Ernest Hemingway to life. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock STEM Students Shine at Cal Poly Symposium</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcsurp.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College students and faculty joined their peers and colleagues from across the Central Coast to present science, technology, engineering, and math projects at the second-annual Summer Undergraduate Research Plus (SURP+) Symposium hosted by Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 09:08:24 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>SURP-2023</media:title>
<media:description>AHC student Fiona McGinnis stands next to a small robot. </media:description>
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<title>United Ways of California Hosts &quot;Real Cost&quot; Measure Presentation at AHC</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/realcost2023.php</link>
<description>United Ways of California and Northern Santa Barbara County are partnering with Allan Hancock College to present the results of the highly anticipated The Real Cost Measure in California 2023 study at a free event on Oct. 24 from 2-4 p.m. in the Boyd Concert Hall (building F) at the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 09:04:17 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Real Cost measure 2023</media:title>
<media:description>A woman holding a child. </media:description>
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<title>Foxworthy Gallery Showcases Captivating Arts By Jennifer Gunlock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/gunlockexhibition23.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Ann Foxworthy Gallery is showcasing a captivating art exhibition by Jennifer Gunlock as part of its latest show.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:01:30 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Outback  </media:title>
<media:description>A mixed media landscape painting.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Career Carnival</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/careercarnivalevent.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College hosted over 2,100 local junior high school students at its Santa Maria campus during a lively and informative Career Carnival event held on October 13.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:38:36 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Frightmare Forest Returns to Hancock!</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/frightmare23.php</link>
<description>For the first time since 2019, the Allan Hancock College men's basketball program is preparing to scare and delight the community with the return of the &quot;Frightmare Forest&quot; haunted maze.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2023 11:35:45 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Frightmare Forest 2023</media:title>
<media:description>Students ins Halloween masks standing in front of a fence. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock &amp; Cuesta College Launch UnitED Central Coast Campaign</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/unitedcentralcoast.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College and Cuesta College are partnering on a campaign to share how both colleges can meet local workforce needs by offering four-year degrees under the California Community College baccalaureate program.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Oct 2023 14:54:09 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>United Central Coast 2023</media:title>
<media:description>Cuesta College Superintendent/President Jill Stearns, Ph.D., joins Allan Hancock College Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walther, Ph.D.,</media:description>
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<title>Hancock &amp; Cuesta College's Launch UnitED Central Coast Campaign</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/unitedccnews1.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College and Cuesta College are partnering on a campaign to share how both the colleges can meet local workforce needs by offering four-year degrees under the California Community College baccalaureate program.      </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:33:03 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>A crowd of students sitting and wearing graduation caps and gowns. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Cuts Ribbon on PCPA Stagecraft Building</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/stagecraftopening.php</link>
<description>Located on the northwest corner of the college's Santa Maria campus, the 6,676 square-foot building will allow students and staff in PCPA's technical theatre training program to create professional quality scenery, props, and costumes in a state-of-the-art facility.  </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:23:29 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>PCPAstagecraft</media:title>
<media:description>A group of people stand inside a building housing props and costumes for plays. </media:description>
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<title>AHC NAMES NEW CONCERT HALL &amp; ANNOUNCES DONATION MILESTONE AT HANCOCK HONORS EVENT</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-11-2023%20Boyd%20Concert%20Hall%20Naming%20Ceremony.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's inaugural Hancock Honors celebration was a night of exciting firsts as the college announced the dedication of its new recital and concert hall, as well as a new milestone for its Hancock Promise program.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 21:02:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Boyd Concert Hall Naming Ceremony</media:title>
<media:description>Allan Hancock College dedicated its 350 seat concert hall Boyd Hall in honor of the late Patty Boyd during the inaugural Hancock Honors celebration on Sept 9</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Wins National Education Award</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2023aceaward.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College was one of two colleges awarded the prestigious 2023 American Council on Education (ACE)/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation on April 14.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 14:08:17 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>A delegation of Hancock employees and administrators accepted the 2023 American Council on Education (ACE)/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation on April 14 in Washington, D.C.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Hosts Inaugural Hancock Honors Event on Saturday</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockhonorspreview.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is recognizing three exceptional community leaders who have made a positive and lasting impact through their lives and work at the college's inaugural &quot;Hancock Honors&quot; celebration this Saturday.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 10:28:13 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Fine Arts Complex</media:title>
<media:description>The AHC Fine Arts Complex building at night. </media:description>
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<title>Model A Ford Club Hosts Annual Car Show To Benefit AHC Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/allford2023.php</link>
<description>A local car club is celebrating 21 years of raising money for students in Allan Hancock College's industrial technology program this September.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 15:29:08 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>All Ford Car Show 2023</media:title>
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<title>Seven Cadets Graduate from CORE Custody Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/coregraduation2023.php</link>
<description>Seven cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's CORE Custody Academy on Aug. 25 during a ceremony held at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 25 Aug 2023 15:21:08 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Core Graduation 2023</media:title>
<media:description>Seven AHC Core Custody Academy Cadets marching. </media:description>
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<title>Foxworthy Gallery Displays Work of Central Coast Printmakers</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/printmakerssb.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Ann Foxworthy Gallery is exhibiting a beautiful collection of artworks created by artists from the Santa Barbara Printmakers Group as part of its latest show.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>An artistic print of red buildings. </media:description>
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<title>National Student Clearing House Data Breach</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/databreach.php</link>
<description>The NSC confirms that no Social Security numbers, student identification numbers, or dates of birth associated with Allan Hancock College students were identified within the data breach.</description>
<author>Allan Hancock College</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Aug 2023 10:43:33 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock Sign</media:title>
<media:description>A sign that reads &quot;Allan Hancock College&quot;. </media:description>
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<title>AHC Hosts &quot;Hancock Hello&quot; Events In Santa Maria &amp; Lompoc</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hello2024.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College hosted two of its popular &quot;Hancock Hello&quot; student orientation events at both its Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center in early August.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock Hello 2024</media:title>
<media:description>New Allan Hancock College students attend a Hancock Hello event.</media:description>
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<title>City of Santa Maria Proclaims Aug. 15 &quot;Patty Boyd Day&quot;</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/pattyboydday.php</link>
<description>The Santa Maria City Council proclaimed August 15 &quot;Patty Boyd Day&quot; to recognize Patricia &quot;Patty&quot; Rice Boyd's impact and contributions to the local community.</description>
<author>Ricardo Cano</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2023 10:42:05 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Patty Boyd</media:title>
<media:description>Patty Boyd sitting at a piano</media:description>
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<title>Registration Continues For Fall Classes At Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/fallreg23.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is encouraging students to register now for fall classes, which start on Aug. 14 at the college's Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 10:59:56 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Students walking outside on the Allan Hancock College Santa Maria campus. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Appoints Dennis Curran as New VP of Finance</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/denniscurran_vp.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dennis Curran as the associate superintendent/vice president of finance and administration.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 08:47:48 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Dennis Curran stands outside the Hancock Student Services building. </media:description>
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<title>AHC Instructor's Book Celebrates Central Coast Hiking Trails</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/jillthayerbook.php</link>
<description>A new book by Allan Hancock College Associate Professor Jill Thayer, Ph.D., is inviting readers to explore and celebrate the beauty of the Central Coast's nature trails.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 11:57:48 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Jill Thayer</media:title>
<media:description>Hancock instructor and author Jill Thayer holds up a copy of her new book. </media:description>
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<title>Twenty-Nine Recruits Graduate From Law Enforcement Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/leaacademygrad.php</link>
<description>Twenty-nine recruits graduated from Allan Hancock College's Basic Law Enforcement Academy on June 7 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2023 13:59:28 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Twenty-nine recruits graduated from Allan Hancock College’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy on June 7</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates Pride Month With Flag Raising</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/pridenr.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is inviting students, staff, and the public to celebrate Pride Month with an LGBTQ+ flag-raising event.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2023 14:38:01 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Bulldog Pride</media:title>
<media:description>Hancock Bulldog Pride Logo</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Inaugural Wine Festival June 10</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/winefestival.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is hosting its first-ever wine festival at the college's Santa Maria campus and is inviting the public to attend.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 09:54:14 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Celebrates 1,236 Graduates at Commencement Ceremony</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahccommencement.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated the achievements of thousands of graduating students at the college's 102nd commencement ceremony.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2023 12:13:56 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Commencment</media:title>
<media:description>More than 600 graduates participated in an in-person commencement ceremony at Allan Hancock College on May 26. </media:description>
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<title>AHC Awards $525,000 at Scholarship Ceremonies</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/ahcscholarshipbanquet.php</link>
<description>This year, the Foundation awarded 446 scholarships totaling $525,000 to 293 Allan Hancock College students.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 08:47:05 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2023 Scholarship Banquet</media:title>
<media:description>AHC Student Katherine Goldstein received the college’s prestigious Marian Hancock Scholarship at the AHC Foundation Awards Banquet on May 24.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Honors 12 Retiring Faculty</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/retirementsandrecongitions.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College bid a fond farewell to 12 retiring employees who contributed a combined 261 years of service to the college during an in-person recognition ceremony on May 19. </description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2023 08:35:28 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Allan Hancock College bid a fond farewell to 12 retiring employees who contributed a combined 261 years of service to the college during an in-person recognition ceremony on May 19</media:description>
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<title>Transfer Stars Shine At Allan Hancock College</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/transferstars23.php</link>
<description>Hundreds of Hancock's 2023 graduates are preparing to transfer to four-year universities to continue their educational journey.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2023 13:31:17 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Transfer Day</media:title>
<media:description>A group of Hancock students celebrated their transfer achievements at a special on-campus event May 17.    </media:description>
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<title>Twenty-Three Cadets Graduate From Hancock's Fire Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/fireacademygrads.php</link>
<description>Twenty-three cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's Fire Academy on May 17 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 15:11:56 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Fire Academy Graduation</media:title>
<media:description>Twenty-three cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College’s Fire Academy on May 17 at the college’s Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</media:description>
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<title>Nine Cadets Graduate From Hancock's CORE Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/coregrad.php</link>
<description>Nine cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's CORE Custody Academy on May 5 during a ceremony held at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 13:41:07 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Nine cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College’s CORE Custody Academy on May 5 during a ceremony held at the college’s Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc. 

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<title>Three Community Leaders Selected as &quot;Hancock Honors&quot; Recipients</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockhonorees.php</link>
<description>On May 3, Allan Hancock College announced the three community leaders who will be recognized at the inaugural Hancock Honors celebration in September.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2023 10:10:25 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Hancock Honors</media:title>
<media:description>Hancock Honorees (from left to right) Dr. Ann Foxworthy Lewellen, Tommy Soulati Shepherd and the late Patty Boyd.</media:description>
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<title>New &quot;Hancock Honors&quot; Event Celebrates Community Leaders</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/hancockhonors.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College will recognize three exceptional community leaders who have made a positive and lasting impact through their lives and work at the college's inaugural &quot;Hancock Honors&quot; celebration.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2023 10:15:16 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Allan Hancock College Fine Arts Complex at night.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Students Win Big at SkillsUSA State Competition</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/stateskillsusa.php</link>
<description>Students in Allan Hancock College's SkillsUSA program took home multiple gold, silver, and bronze medals from the SkillsUSA state competition on April 15-16 in Ontario, California.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2023 13:25:16 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Allan Hancock College SkillsUSA Team standing on steps and smiling. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts 17th Annual Career Exploration Day</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2023careerexpo.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College invited nearly 4,000 local high school and junior high school students to its Santa Maria campus on April 21 for the college's 17th annual Career Exploration Day.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:19:31 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2023careerexpo</media:title>
<media:description>Nearly 4,000 local students visited Allan Hancock College’s Santa Maria campus to participate in the college’s 17th annual Career Exploration Day event.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Wins National Education Award</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2023awardace.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College was one of two colleges awarded the prestigious 2023 American Council on Education (ACE)/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation on April 14.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:42:06 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2023aceawards</media:title>
<media:description>A delegation of Hancock staff and administrators accept the ACE award.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Nursing Students Hone Skills Using VR</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/nursingvr23.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's nursing program is using cutting-edge virtual reality technology to help train the next generation of healthcare professionals.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 10:08:33 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Hancock nursing student Jeffrey Rehkopf examines a “patient” in the college’s new virtual reality training program.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Seeks Students For College Corps Program</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/collegecorps.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is encouraging students who want to serve their communities and earn money to pay for college to apply for the California College Corps program.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 10:01:21 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>A class of Hancock students are sworn in as California College Corps fellows. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Offers Short-Term Spring Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/spring_shortterm.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is encouraging students to earn additional college credits by enrolling in short-term spring classes, which start on March 27.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2023 13:34:39 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Student Health &amp; Community Partners Host Mental Health Forum</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2023socialmedia.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Student Health Services will partner with local community organizations to host a special forum on mental health on March 9.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 09:27:43 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>2023socialmedia</media:title>
<media:description>A hand holding a smartphone with various social media apps on the screen. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Kicks-Off Solar Project at Santa Maria Campus</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2023solar.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is continuing its efforts to create a more sustainable campus by installing solar panel canopies above parking lots at the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:11:13 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>(Rendering) Allan Hancock College will install solar panel canopies above parking lots at the college’s Santa Maria campus.</media:description>
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<title>Foxworthy Gallery Displays Innovative Digital Art</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2023artshow.php</link>
<description>The Ann Foxworthy Gallery at Allan Hancock College is showcasing cutting-edge digital art in its latest exhibition.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:29:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>“PIXELS, Portals &amp; Paradigms” showcases innovative digital art at Hancock’s Ann Foxworthy Gallery</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates Fine Arts Complex Grand Opening</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/finearts.php</link>
<description>Students, faculty, staff, and members of the public gathered at Allan Hancock College's Santa Maria campus on Feb. 24 to celebrate the grand opening of the college's new Fine Arts Complex.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:36:41 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Invites Public to Fine Arts Complex Opening</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2023_fac.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is celebrating the completion of its 88,000-square-foot Fine Arts Complex with a grand opening ceremony on Feb. 24 from 4-6 p.m. at the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 10:27:09 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>AHC Instructor's Latest Film Debuts at Cambria Film Festival</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2-6-23-Scarecrow.php</link>
<description>Filmmaker and Allan Hancock College instructor Robin Smith will debut her new documentary film Something to Crow About at the Cambria Film Festival on Feb. 11.  

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<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 09:53:22 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Seeks Community Partners for College Corps Program</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2-1-2023-CollegeCorps.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is looking to partner with area nonprofit and governmental organizations willing to accept student volunteers as part of the state's California College Corps program.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2023 09:16:22 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Two female students stand with their hands raised. They wear California College Corps shirts.</media:description>
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<title>CoastHills Credit Union Donates $7K to Hancock Student Emergency Fund</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/1-27-23-coasthills.php</link>
<description>The Allan Hancock College Foundation received a $7,000 donation from CoastHills Credit Union to support students facing unexpected financial emergencies.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:36:01 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Students and staff stand smiling and holding a large check from CaostHills Credit Union. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Seeks Help From Community To House Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/01-22-23-student-housing.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is asking local landlords to help students find housing by adding their available rental properties and rooms to an online listing through the college's Basic Needs Center.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2023 09:08:55 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Joins Colleges Across Central Coast for SURP + Symposium</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-15-22-c6.php</link>
<description>Hancock students and faculty joined their peers and colleagues from across the Central Coast to present nearly 75 summer research projects at the Summer Undergraduate Research Plus (SURP +) Symposium.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:41:36 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>AHC student Efreen Hernandez-Lerena presents his research project at Cal Poly SLO’s Summer Undergraduate Research Plus (SURP +) Symposium  </media:description>
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<title>Sixty-One Students Graduate From Hancock Nursing Program</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-08-22-Nursing.php</link>
<description>Sixty-one students graduated from Allan Hancock College's nursing program on Dec. 8, continuing the college's legacy of training highly skilled healthcare workers.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 11:11:28 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Fire Academy Turns 50</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022-12-22-firegraduation.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Fire Academy celebrated 50 years of training highly skilled firefighters on Dec. 9 as it graduated a new class of cadets at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2022 15:08:02 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Twenty-Four cadets Graduate From Hancock's EMS Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-08-22ems.php</link>
<description>After 16 weeks of classroom and field instruction, 24 cadets graduated from Allan Hancock College's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Academy on Dec. 8.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2022 13:41:02 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Twenty-Four Cadets dressed in blue stand in front of an ambulance. </media:description>
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<title>Thirteen Recruits Graduate From Hancock's Law Enforcement Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-7-22-LEA-Graduation.php</link>
<description>Thirteen recruits graduated from Allan Hancock College's Basic Law Enforcement Academy on Dec. 7 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2022 13:40:57 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>Thirteen Hancock Law Enforcement Academy recruits stand together and hold their class banner as they prepare to graduate.  </media:description>
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<title>Single-Parent Hancock Students Receive Free Thanksgiving Meals</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022-11-22_CARETurkey.php</link>
<description>For the fourteenth year in a row, Hancock's CARE program provided students with a turkey and other Thanksgiving meal items free of charge.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:06:37 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>A Hancock staff member gets ready to place a bag of Thanksgiving groceries into a vehicle. </media:description>
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<title>Register for Winter and Spring Classes at Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022_11_07_winterspringregistration.php</link>
<description>Registration for winter and spring classes is now open at Allan Hancock College.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2022 14:17:50 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:description>A student uses a computer at Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
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<title>Foxworthy Gallery Presents New Exhibit, &quot;Tiempo Sin Palabras&quot;</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022_10_24_Rafael_Perea_de_la_Cabada.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College's Ann Foxworthy Gallery will display the work of artist Rafael Perea de la Cabada beginning in November.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2022 08:38:25 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>TWO HANCOCK TRUSTEES RETAIN SEATS AFTER RUNNING UNOPPOSED</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022_10_19_TrusteesSwearingIn.php</link>
<description>Two members of the Allan Hancock College Board of Trustees will continue their work after running unopposed for their respective seats.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 11:53:33 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Board of Trustees Swearing-In</media:title>
<media:description>AHC Trustee Alejandra Enciso takes the oath of office with her niece on Oct. 18. </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Joins Central Coast Colleges To Support STEM Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022_10_10_RuthMorales.php</link>
<description>Hancock is joining seven Central Coast colleges to ensure bright futures for underrepresented students pursuing an education in STEM disciplines thanks to a prestigious national grant.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 09:29:24 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Ruth Morales</media:title>
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<title>Hancock Offers Cash For College Workshops</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022_09_28.php</link>
<description>Parents and students can significantly reduce the cost of college attendance by taking advantage of free Cash for College workshops.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 10:44:32 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2022 Cash For College</media:title>
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<title>PG&amp;E Foundation Donates $50K To Hancock Promise Campaign</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022_09_16_PGE_Donation.php</link>
<description>The Allan Hancock College Foundation received a $50,000 donation from the PG&amp;E Foundation to support the Hancock Promise endowment.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2022 09:36:12 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2022 PGE Donation</media:title>
<media:description>Hancock Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D., accepts a donation check in support of the Hancock Promise from Lindsey Miller, a member of PG&amp;E’s Strategy, Policy and Engagement team, on behalf of the company’s foundation.</media:description>
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<title>New Art Exhibit Explores Impacts of Climate Change</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022_09_13_TippingPoint.php</link>
<description>The Ann Foxworthy Gallery announced its latest exhibit, &quot;TIPPING POINT&quot;, a thought-provoking exploration of the impacts of climate change by six artists.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2022 10:55:31 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Tipping Point Art Show</media:title>
<media:description>A selection of paintings and other artwork from the TIPPING POINT art show.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Debuts New Interactive Campus Art Map</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022_09_12_interactive_map.php</link>
<description>Hancock staff, faculty, and students, as well as the local community, can now explore public art on the college's campuses thanks to a new, interactive online map.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 13:16:37 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Art on Campus Interactive Map</media:title>
<media:description>An image of the Allan Hancock College Interactive Map </media:description>
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<title>Hancock Offers Short-Term Fall Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-07-2022-short-term-classes.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is encouraging students to earn additional college credits by enrolling in short-term fall classes, which start on Oct. 10.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:51:47 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2022 Short-term classes</media:title>
<media:description>A student registers for short-term fall classes at Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
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<title>Model A Ford Club Celebrates 20 Years of Helping AHC Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/AHC_NR_2022_AllFord_081722.php</link>
<description>The Santa Maria Model A Ford Club will host its annual All Ford Car Show to benefit Hancock students on Sept. 10</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 11:02:12 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Welcomes Students Back to Campus for Fall Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/NR_2022_FallClasses_8-15-22.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College welcomed thousands of students back to campus for fall classes on Aug. 15.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2022 14:19:46 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>AHC Students Return For Fall Classes</media:title>
<media:description>Students returned to Allan Hancock College on Aug. 15 for the start of fall classes. </media:description>
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<title>Maggi Daane Elected Chair of AHC Foundation Board</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/08-12-2022_Maggi_Daane%20_AHC_Foundation%20.php</link>
<description>Maggi Daane has been elected as president of the Allan Hancock College Foundation Board of Directors.</description>
<author>Written by: Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2022 12:26:29 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Stunning Landscapes of Painter Bruce Everett on Display at Ann Foxworthy Gallery</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/08-11-2022%20Bruce%20Everett%20Art%20Display.php</link>
<description>The exhibit runs Aug. 15-Sept. 9.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:31:30 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Bruce Everett Art</media:title>
<media:description>A landscape painting of Mustard Creek.</media:description>
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<title>Award-Winning Filmmaker to Teach &quot;Film as Art&quot; at Santa Ynez Valley Center</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/08-01-2022%20Film%20as%20Art%20Class%20Offered.php</link>
<description>The class will be offered from Sept. 7-Dec. 7 and is taught by retired Hancock professor Jeanine Moret.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2022 13:56:25 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>AHC to Host &quot;Hancock Hello&quot; Orientation Events</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/07-22-2022%20Hancock%20Hello.php</link>
<description>Hancock Hello is an event designed to welcome students and introduce them to the college's many resources.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 15:08:14 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2022%20Hancock%20Hello.jpg">
<media:title>Hancock Hello</media:title>
<media:description>Students guiding campus tours at Hancock Hello</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Encourages Students to Register for Fall Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/07-18-2022%20Fall%20Classes.php</link>
<description>Fall classes begin Aug. 15.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 14:48:07 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock's BIGE Club Receives $7k Grant</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-24-2022%20BIGE%20Club%20Grant.php</link>
<description>The BIGE Club is all-inclusive and currently boasts more than 40 members.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 14:11:22 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>BIGE Club</media:title>
<media:description>BIGE Club members at Allan Hancock College</media:description>
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<title>HANCOCK WELCOMES NEW VICE PRESIDENT OF STUDENT SERVICES</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/61522-new_vp_siwabessy.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College proudly announces the selection of Genevieve Siwabessy, Ed.D., as the college's new associate superintendent/vice president of student services.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 11:42:10 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:description>Photo Caption: Genevieve Siwabessy, Ed.D, was selected as AHC’s associate superintendent/vice president of student services. 

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<title>Nineteen Cadets Graduate From AHC Law Enforcement Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-09-2022%20AHC%20LE%20Graduation.php</link>
<description>The recruits completed more than 830 training hours required to graduate from the academy.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:30:07 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>LE Graduation</media:title>
<media:description>Graduates at the law enforcement academy graduation at the Public Safety Training Complex.</media:description>
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<title>Toyota of Santa Maria Partners With the Allan Hancock College Foundation to Support the Hancock Promise</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-08-2022%20Toyota%20of%20SM%20and%20AHC%20Foundation%20Promise%20Donation.php</link>
<description>Toyota of Santa Maria is helping Allan Hancock College change the odds for students by donating $5,000 from the sale of a new 2022 Hybrid Tundra to the Hancock Promise endowment.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 11:20:10 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>Toyota of Santa Maria Donation</media:title>
<media:description>Toyota of Santa Maria Sales Manager Carl Sainz and Allan Hancock College Superintendent President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D.</media:description>
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<title>Record 1,490 Students Graduate From Allan Hancock College</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-27-2022%20AHC%20Commencement.php</link>
<description>Nearly 500 graduates participated in an in-person commencement ceremony on the college's athletics field at its Santa Maria campus on Friday, May 27.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 13:27:48 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>2022 Commencement</media:title>
<media:description>Graduates at the 101st commencement ceremony at Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
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<title>Twenty-Nine Cadets Graduate From Hancock's EMS Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-26-2022%20EMS%20Academy%20Graduation.php</link>
<description>The cadets were recognized for completing the Emergency Medical Services Academy 1A during a ceremony at Hancock's Public Safety Training Complex (PSTC) in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 13:52:48 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/EMS%20Academy%20Graduation.jpg">
<media:title>EMS Academy Graduation</media:title>
<media:description>Twenty-nine graduates prepare to graduate from Allan Hancock College's EMS Academy.</media:description>
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<title>Twenty-One Cadets Graduate From Hancock's Fire Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-19-2022%20Battalion%20149%20Graduation.php</link>
<description>The graduation ceremony marked the end of a rigorous 18-week academy consisting of 624 hours of classroom and field instruction for the cadets in Battalion 149.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2022 16:58:14 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Battalion%20149%20Graduation.jpg">
<media:title>Battalion 149 Graduation</media:title>
<media:description>Cadets demonstrate their fire academy skills at their graduation ceremony.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Honors 16 Retiring Faculty and Staff</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-13-2022%20Retirees%20and%20Recognitions.php</link>
<description>This year's honored retirees included employees who spent decades serving Hancock students, as well as staff members who worked to support students in attaining their educational goals.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2022 16:03:00 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>AHC Viticulture and Enology Club Host 5k Fun Run</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-04-2022%205k%20Fun%20Run.php</link>
<description>The club's inaugural 5k fun run and walk is open to all ages and skill levels and will take place on Saturday, May 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2022 13:50:25 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Unveils Redesigned &quot;Spike&quot; Logo</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/04-28-2022%20New%20Spike%20Rally.php</link>
<description>The college debuted an updated version of the college's bulldog mascot during a live event on April 27.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2022 10:54:01 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Spike%20Reveal%20Rally%202022.jpg">
<media:title>New Spike Reveal</media:title>
<media:description>Students at a rally with new Spike shirts.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Wins 2022 Ellucian Impact Award</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/04-20-2022%20Ellucian%20Impact%20Award.php</link>
<description>The annual Impact Awards celebrate visionaries in higher education who are inspiring others to push the boundaries of technology and innovation.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2022 15:43:07 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2022%20Ellucian%20Impact%20Award.jpg">
<media:title>Ellucian Impact Awards</media:title>
<media:description>Dr. Walthers handing out diplomas at commencement.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Student Named Phi Theta Kappa All-California Award Winner</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/04-19-2022%20PTK%20All%20California%20Winner.php</link>
<description>Heidi Roberts is one of 114 California community college students to receive the prestigious statewide award this year.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2022 16:42:45 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2022%20AHC%20PTK%20Winner.jpg">
<media:title>Heidi Roberts</media:title>
<media:description>Photo of PTK All-California award winner Hancock student Heidi Roberts.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Annual Fine Arts Student Art Show</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/04-15-2022%20Fine%20Arts%20Student%20Art%20Show.php</link>
<description>The artwork will be on display in the Ann Foxworthy Gallery now through May 12.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2022 09:27:18 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2022%20Fine%20Arts%20Student%20Art%20Show.jpg">
<media:title>2022 Fine Arts Student Art Show</media:title>
<media:description>A pastel painting named &quot;Bruce&quot; by student-artist Carlson Sturgeon.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Welcomes 1,500 High School Students for Career Exploration Day</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/04-01-2022%20Career%20Exploration%20Day.php</link>
<description>More than 100 businesses participated in the college's 16th annual event.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2022 20:39:25 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Career%20Exploration%20Day%20Spr2022.jpg">
<media:title>Career Exploration Day</media:title>
<media:description>Area high school students touring the Santa Maria campus.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Students Encouraged to Finish Promise Steps at Bi-Weekly &quot;Promise Central&quot; Events</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-28-2022%20Promise%20Central.php</link>
<description>Promise Central events take place every Monday and Tuesday from 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. in bldg. A, Room 103 on the Santa Maria campus through May 30.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 10:25:50 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Promise%20Central.jpg">
<media:title>Promise Central</media:title>
<media:description>Promise students on campus.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Offers Short-Term Spring Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-21-2022%20Spring%20Short%20Term%20Classes.php</link>
<description>Classes begin Mar. 28.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:07:28 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Spring22%20Short%20Term%20Classes.jpg">
<media:title>Spring 2022 Short-Term Classes</media:title>
<media:description>Students walking on campus.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Cuts Ribbon on new MESA/STEM Academic Success Center</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-11-2022%20MESA%20STEM%20GO%20Ribbon%20Cutting.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College celebrated the grand opening of its new MESA/STEM Academic Success Center with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on Mar. 8.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:23:46 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/MESA%20STEM%20GO%20Ribbon%20Cutting.jpg">
<media:title>MESA STEM Grand Opening</media:title>
<media:description>Staff and Students cut a ribbon in front of the MESA STEM Academic Success Center.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock's Fine Arts Faculty Exhibit Showcases Talent and Creativity</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/02-28-2022%20Fine%20Arts%20Faculty%20Art%20Show.php</link>
<description>The exhibit runs now through Mar. 30 in the Ann Foxworthy Gallery.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:18:16 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Fine%20Arts%20Faculty%20Art%20Show%202022.jpg">
<media:title>Good Will</media:title>
<media:description>Good Will by fine arts faculty Patrick Trimbath</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Invites Local Businesses to Participate in Annual Career Exploration Day</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/02-22-2022%20Career%20Exploration%20Day%20Exhibitors.php</link>
<description>The 16th annual event will be held on Apr. 1 at the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 10:01:53 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2022%20Career%20Exploration%20Day.jpg">
<media:title>Career Exploration Day</media:title>
<media:description>Students at Career Exploration Day.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Hosts In-Person &quot;Cash for College&quot; Event</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/02-15-2022%20Cash%20for%20College%20Workshop.php</link>
<description>The college will host its final Cash for College workshop in person on Feb. 26 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Academic Resource Center (building L) on the Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2022 10:45:38 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Cash%20for%20College.jpg">
<media:title>Cash for College Workshop</media:title>
<media:description>Allan Hancock College entrance sign.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Foundation Elects Two New Board Members</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/02-01-2022%20AHC%20Foundation%20New%20Board%20Members.php</link>
<description>The Hancock Foundation Board unanimously elected Gloria Soto of Santa Maria and Larry Lahr of Buellton to serve three-year terms.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 12:49:01 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Soto%20Lahr.jpg">
<media:title>Gloria Soto and Larry Lahr</media:title>
<media:description>A photo of new Foundation board members Gloria Soto and Larry Lahr.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Partners With SMRT to Offer Students Free Bus Passes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/01-31-2022%20Bulldog%20Go%20Program.php</link>
<description>The Bulldog Go! program is offered to Hancock students enrolled in spring classes.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:04:35 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Bulldog%20Go%20Program.jpg">
<media:title>Bulldog Go Program</media:title>
<media:description>Students walking across campus.</media:description>
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<title>College Corps Program Will Pay $10K to Hancock Students for Volunteer Work</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/01-25-2022%20CA%20College%20Corps%20Program.php</link>
<description>Hancock is one of 45 colleges and universities selected to participate in the new California College Corps program.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:21:02 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/CA%20College%20Corps%20Program.jpg">
<media:title>CA College Corps Program</media:title>
<media:description>Students bag groceries at Food Share.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Invites Students to Register for Spring Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/01-19-2022%20Spring%20Registration.php</link>
<description>Spring semester begins Jan. 24.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2022 13:34:23 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Spring22.jpg">
<media:title>Spring 2022</media:title>
<media:description>Students walking on the Santa Maria campus.</media:description>
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<title>HANCOCK TO HOST PUBLIC HEARING ON BOARD OF TRUSTEES REDISTRICTING</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2022-1-6redistricting%20.php</link>
<description>Written by: Chris McGuinness</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness &lt;chris.mcguinness@hancockcollege.edu&gt;</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 11:24:49 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Allan Hancock College</media:title>
<media:description>Allan Hancock College building A</media:description>
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<title>Los Olivos Rotary Donates $10,000 for Skill Trades at Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-17-2021%20Los%20Olivos%20Rotary%20Donation.php</link>
<description>The funds will benefit students from the Santa Ynez Valley in Hancock's welding, culinary arts, and agriculture programs, as well as apprenticeship programs in the pipefitting and electrical trades.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 14:11:25 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Los%20Olivos%20Rotary%20Donation.jpg">
<media:title>Los Olivos Rotary Donation</media:title>
<media:description>A check presentation from Los Olivos Rotary to AHC Foundation Executive Director Jon Hooten.</media:description>
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<title>Eighteen Recruits Graduate From Hancock's Law Enforcement Training Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-15-2021%20LE%20Academy%20Graduation.php</link>
<description>A graduation ceremony was held at the Public Safety Training Complex at the Lompoc Valley Center on Dec. 15.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 13:19:46 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/LE%20Academy%2021-122%20Graduation.jpg">
<media:title>Law Enforcement Training Academy Graduation</media:title>
<media:description>Eighteen recruits graduate from the Law Enforcement Academy.</media:description>
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<title>Fifty-Three Cadets Graduate From Hancock's Fire and EMS Programs</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-10-2021%20AHC%20Fire%20and%20EMS%20Graduations.php</link>
<description>Two separate ceremonies were held at the college's Public Safety Training Complex at the Lompoc Valley Center.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:14:41 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Fire%20and%20EMS%20Graduation.jpg">
<media:title>Fire and EMS Graduations</media:title>
<media:description>A cadet is congratulated by Trustee Hall during a graduation ceremony.</media:description>
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<title>Allan Hancock College Graduates 64 New Nurses</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-09-21%20AHC%20Nursing%20Program%20Graduation.php</link>
<description>The graduating class included 33 graduates from Hancock's associate degree nursing program and 31 graduates from the college's vocational nursing program.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2021 16:18:52 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2021%20Nursing%20Program%20Graduation.jpg">
<media:title>AHC Nursing Graduates</media:title>
<media:description>AHC nursing students taking an oath.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Supports Local Veterans With Donation Drive</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-06-2021%20Veteran%20Donation%20Drive.php</link>
<description>Hancock's Veteran Success Center is partnering with the nonprofit Casa de Flores, also known as Camp Flores, which provides shelter, services, and support to local homeless and near-homeless military veterans in need.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 15:36:19 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Single-Parent Students Receive Free Thanksgiving Meals</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/11-23-2021%20CARE%20Turkey%20Drive.php</link>
<description>Ninety families stopped by the CARE program's &quot;Turkey Fest&quot; booth to pick up a full Thanksgiving meal.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 14:15:13 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2021%20CARE%20Turkey%20Drive.jpg">
<media:title>CARE Turkey Drive</media:title>
<media:description>AHC staff loading a Thanksgiving meal into a student's car.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Partners With NASA to Host Asteroid Days</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/11-09-2021%20AHC%20NASA%20Asteroid%20Days.php</link>
<description>Asteroid Days will run from Nov. 22-23 and feature workshops, lectures, and a special NASA expo.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2021 10:44:29 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Asteroid%20Days.jpg">
<media:title>Asteroid Days</media:title>
<media:description>NASA's DART spacecraft.</media:description>
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<title>Allan Hancock College Nominated for Prestigious Bellwether Award</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/11-04-2021%20Bellwether%20Nomination.php</link>
<description>Hancock is one of only 30 colleges nationwide nominated for the award.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 16:08:12 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2021%20Bellwether%20Nomination.jpg">
<media:title>2021 Bellwether Nomination</media:title>
<media:description>Graduates posing with their degrees</media:description>
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<title>PepsiCo Contributes $125,000 to Hancock Promise Fund</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/11-03-2021%20AHC%20PepsiCo%20Donation.php</link>
<description>The Hancock Promise covers the first year of tuition and fees at Hancock for local high school graduates.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2021 13:37:37 -0700</pubDate>
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<media:title>PepsiCo Promise Donation</media:title>
<media:description>AHC Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D, ASBG President Marcela Viveros and PepsiCo Account Manager Sherry Luiz celebrate a generous donation to the college’s Promise program.  </media:description>
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<title>Allan Hancock College Named One of Top 150 Community Colleges in the Nation, Eligible For $1 Million Prize</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/11-02-2021%20AHC%20Aspen%20Institute.php</link>
<description>This is the fifth time that Hancock has been recognized by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2021 16:44:00 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Aspen%20Institute%202023.jpg">
<media:title>AHC Aspen Institute </media:title>
<media:description>AHC graduates holding degrees</media:description>
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<title>Allan Hancock College Adds Free 24/7 Telehealth Access For Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/11-01-2021%20AHC%20TimelyCare%20.php</link>
<description>The TimelyCare app allows students to meet with licensed physicians and counselors in all 50 states.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 10:31:01 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Allan Hancock Joint Community College District Launches Redistricting Process</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/10-26-2021%20AHC%20Redistricting.php</link>
<description>The college is seeking public input on the redrawing of area boundaries for the district's Board of Trustee elections.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:17:32 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Ann Foxworthy Gallery Hosts Work of Lucienne Bloch</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/10-7-2021%20Bloch%20Art%20Exhibit.php</link>
<description>The exhibit will be on display from Oct. 11 through Nov. 24.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 16:15:35 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Bloch%20Art%20Exhibit.jpg">
<media:title>Lucienne Bloch</media:title>
<media:description>Photo of Lucienne Bloch, her family, and friends.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock's &quot;Dimensions in Dance&quot; Returns With In-Person Performance</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/Dimensions%20in%20Dance%202021.php</link>
<description>The free event will be held on Oct. 8 and Oct. 9 at 5 p.m. in the outdoor courtyard between buildings A and B on the college's Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 12:02:59 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Get Free Cash for College!</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-27-2021%20Cash%20for%20College%20Workshops.php</link>
<description>Attend a free workshop to complete the application process.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2021 16:13:46 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHCSign.jpg">
<media:title>AHC Sign</media:title>
<media:description>Entrance sign at Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Offers Short-Term Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-22-2021%20Short-Term%20Classes.php</link>
<description>Credit and noncredit short-term classes begin on Oct. 11.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:24:24 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock English Instructor to Publish Second Novel</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-21-2021%20AHC%20Instructor%20New%20Novel.php</link>
<description>Mark James Miller's second novel, &quot;The White Cockade: A Novel of the American Revolution,&quot; will be released on Sept. 30.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2021 13:25:59 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Distributes Gift Cards to Students as Part of Vaccination Incentive Program</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/08-20-2021%20AHC%20Vaccination%20Incentive%20Program.php</link>
<description>The $250 Visa gift cards are available to both credit and noncredit students.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 12:33:46 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Vaccination%20Incentive.jpg">
<media:title>AHC Vaccination Incentive Program</media:title>
<media:description>Two AHC fully vaccinated students holding $250 Visa gift cards.</media:description>
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<title>Allan Hancock College Approves Vaccination Mandate</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/08-11-2021%20AHC%20Vaccination%20Mandate.php</link>
<description>The vaccination mandate requires all students, faculty and staff to provide valid documentation of full COVID-19 vaccination by Oct. 1.</description>
<author>Lauren Milbourne</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2021 10:40:05 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock to Host Two Vaccination Clinics in August</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/07-29-2021%20Aug%20Vaccination%20Clinics.php</link>
<description>The clinics will be held on Aug. 5 from 3-6 p.m. and on Aug. 7 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2021 16:05:09 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Model A Ford Club Hosts Raffle to Benefit AHC Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/07-21-2021%20Ford%20A%20Club%20Raffle.php</link>
<description>The club will host its annual grand raffle on Saturday, Sept. 11, at 3 p.m. during its 19th annual All-Ford Car Show.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2021 11:07:15 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Celebrates National Skills USA Champions</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/07-20-2021%20SkillsUSA%20Champions.php</link>
<description>Twenty students participated in the 57th Annual National SkillsUSA Competition in June.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2021 09:31:25 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2021%20SkillsUSA%20Champions.jpg">
<media:title>SkillsUSA Champions</media:title>
<media:description>AHC students celebrating their national championship wins.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Offers Free Tuition for Full-Time Students Through New &quot;Promise Plus&quot; Program</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/07-12-2021%20Promise%20Plus%20Program.php</link>
<description>Students who enroll in 12 or more units and take at least one in-person class are eligible to receive the Promise Plus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Promise%20Plus.jpg">
<media:title>Promise Plus program</media:title>
<media:description>Students walking together on campus.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Wins Statewide Awards for Marketing and Promotion</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-24-2021%20CCPRO%20Awards.php</link>
<description>AHC's Public Affairs and Communications and Campus Graphics departments received seven awards from the statewide Community College Public Relations Organization (CCPRO).</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 10:58:14 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2021%20CCPRO%20Awards.jpg">
<media:title>2021 CCPRO Awards</media:title>
<media:description>AHC’s Public Affairs and Communications and Campus Graphics departments showcase multiple awards from the statewide Community College Public Relations Organization (CCPRO).</media:description>
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<title>Juneteenth National Independence Day</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-17-2021%20Juneteenth%20Message.php</link>
<description>A message from Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D. regarding the Juneteenth federal holiday.</description>
<author>Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D.</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2021 11:55:19 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>AHC Trustees Appoint Alejandra Enciso Medina to Fill Board Vacancy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-16-2021%20AHC%20New%20Trustee.php</link>
<description>Alejandra Enciso Medina of Guadalupe will represent Area 3 for the college's Board of Trustees.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2021 15:46:43 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Alejandra%20Enciso%20Medina.jpg">
<media:title>Alejandra Enciso Medina</media:title>
<media:description>Alejandra Enciso Medina is sworn in as a new member of the AHC Board of Trustees.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Foundation Awards Record-Breaking $561,000 in Scholarships</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-11-2021%20AHC%20Foundation%20Scholarships.php</link>
<description>This year, 358 students will receive 465 scholarships through the AHC Foundation.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2021 10:12:11 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Rafael%20Valdovinos.jpg">
<media:title>Rafael Valdovinos</media:title>
<media:description>2021 Marian Hancock Scholarship recipient Rafael Valdovinos.</media:description>
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<title>AHC Students to Compete in National Skills USA Competition</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-07-2021%20SkillsUSA%20Competition.php</link>
<description>This year's national contest will be held virtually from June 14-18.</description>
<author>Mathew Burciaga</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2021 16:11:00 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Centennial Celebration Pushes Hancock Promise Fund Past $5 Million</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-24-2021%20Centennial%20Celebration.php</link>
<description>The Allan Hancock College Foundation made the announcement during the college's virtual Centennial Celebration event on May 22.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2021 11:08:55 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Centennial%20Celebration.jpg">
<media:title>Centennial Celebration</media:title>
<media:description>Santa Barbara County 5th District Supervisor Steve Lavagnino, Spike the Bulldog, and Hancock Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D at the Centennial Celebration.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates 2021 Grads With Drive-Through Ceremony</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-21-2021%20Commencement.php</link>
<description>More than 500 students from Hancock's centennial class participated in the safe and socially distanced ceremony on May 21.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2021 13:24:54 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2021%20Commencement.jpg">
<media:title>2021 Commencement</media:title>
<media:description>A graduate receiving her diploma from Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates 2021 Transfer Grads With Drive-Through Ceremony</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-20-2021%20Transfer%20Stars%20Recognition.php</link>
<description>Students and their families drove onto the campus and outside the Marian Theatre while college staff cheered them on during a ceremony on May 20.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2021 15:34:11 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2021%20Transfer%20Stars.jpg">
<media:title>2021 Transfer Stars Recognition</media:title>
<media:description>An AHC student walking across the stage at a recognition ceremony.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Honors 12 Retiring Faculty and Staff</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-14-2021%20AHC%20Retirees%20Honored.php</link>
<description>The 12 retiring faculty and staff members contributed a combined 271 years of service to college.</description>
<author>Mat Burciaga</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2021 14:06:55 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Registration Open for Hancock Summer and Fall Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-05-2021%20Summer%20Fall%20Registration.php</link>
<description>Summer classes begin June 14; fall classes start Aug. 16.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2021 11:55:24 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2021%20Summer%20Fall%20Reg.jpg">
<media:title>Summer Fall Registration</media:title>
<media:description>Entrance to the Santa Maria campus</media:description>
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<title>Longtime Hancock Trustee Announces Resignation</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/Larry%20Lahr%20Resignation.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College Board of Trustees President Larry Lahr officially resigned from his position on the board effective April 23.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Apr 2021 11:29:01 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Larry%20Lahr.jpg">
<media:title>Larry Lahr</media:title>
<media:description>Former AHC trustee Larry Lahr speaking at a groundbreaking ceremony in September 2020.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Marks Progress on Fine Arts Complex With Beam Signing Ceremony</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/04-16-2021%20Beam%20Signing%20Ceremony.php</link>
<description>The final steel beam of the building's superstructure was signed during a ceremony on April 15.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:06:03 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Beam%20Signing%20Ceremony.jpg">
<media:title>Beam Signing Ceremony</media:title>
<media:description>AHC Board of Trustee members Dr. Suzanne Levy and Larry Lahr sign the final beam of the college’s Fine Arts Complex.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Seeking Nominations for Distinguished Alumni</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/04-09-2021%20Centennial%20Distinguished%20Alumni%20Nominations.php</link>
<description>The 100 nominees who make the list will be announced at the college's live virtual Centennial Celebration on May 22.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2021 13:03:38 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Food Share Program Celebrates One-Year Anniversary</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-26-2021%20AHC%20Food%20Share%20Anniversary.php</link>
<description>The program has provided food to more than 358,000 community members.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2021 13:42:23 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Food%20Share%20Anniversary.jpg">
<media:title>AHC Food Share Anniversary</media:title>
<media:description>AHC volunteers packaging food for the community.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Releases Free &quot;Bulldog Bound&quot; Spring Activity Videos for Local Youth</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-24-2021%20Spring%20Bulldog%20Bound%20Videos.php</link>
<description>All videos are available on the college's YouTube channel free of charge.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 09:55:54 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Two Hancock Students Named Coca-Cola Academic Team Silver Scholars</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-16-2021%20AHC%20Coca-Cola%20Scholars.php</link>
<description>Thomas Taylor and Rafael Valdovinos will each receive a $1,250 scholarship.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2021 13:33:08 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Created $541 Million Impact on Regional Economy, Says Report</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-10-2021%20EIS%20Report.php</link>
<description>The study also found that the college created value for students and taxpayers.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2021 15:35:11 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Emsi.jpg">
<media:title>EIS Report</media:title>
<media:description>Construction of the new fine arts complex.</media:description>
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<title>AHC SkillsUSA wins big in Virtual Competitions</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-09-2021%20SkillsUSA%20Regional.php</link>
<description>The talented team will compete in the SkillsUSA virtual statewide competition on April 10.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:35:27 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/SkillsUSA2021.jpg">
<media:title>AHC SkillsUSA team</media:title>
<media:description>Members of Allan Hancock College’s SkillsUSA Club meet virtually as they prepare for a state competition.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Earns Military Friendly® School Designation</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-03-2021%20AHC%20Military%20Friendly%20Designation.php</link>
<description>The college is among 747 other institutions to receive the designation.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2021 09:40:06 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Vets.jpg">
<media:title>AHC Vets</media:title>
<media:description>A group of graduating veterans.</media:description>
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<title>Shelby Scott Named as Hancock's Assistant Athletic Director/Sports Information Director</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-01-2021%20Shelby%20Scott%20.php</link>
<description>Shelby Scott brings 10 years of experience in athletics communications at both the NAIA and NJCAA levels.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2021 16:42:51 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>AHC Foundation Elects Two New Board Members</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/02-17-2021%20New%20AHC%20Foundation%20Board%20Members.php</link>
<description>George Grama and Erica Jane Flores will each serve three-year terms on the board.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:20:24 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Foundation%20New%20Members.jpg">
<media:title>New AHC Foundation Board Members</media:title>
<media:description>Photo of new foundation board members George Grama and Erica Jane Flores.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Receives Grant to Lower Student Textbook Costs</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/02-09-2021%20Textbook%20Grant.php</link>
<description>The new grant will save students millions of dollars by creating free textbooks and other open-learning materials.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:17:46 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Unveils Updated Mission, Vision and Values Statements</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/01-15-2021%20Updated%20Statements.php</link>
<description>The Board of Trustees approved the new statements at their Jan. 12 meeting.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2021 13:23:49 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Supports Students as They Prepare for Spring Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/01-13-2021%20Spring%20Classes.php</link>
<description>Spring classes begin Jan. 19.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 12:05:16 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Community Education Student Photography on Display in Virtual Exhibit</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/01-06-2021%20CE%20Virtual%20Photography%20Exhibit.php</link>
<description>The photographs will be featured in a virtual exhibit at the Wilding Museum through Feb. 7.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:52:00 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Debuts New Podcast</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/01-05-2021%20AHC%20Podcast.php</link>
<description>The college released the first episode of the podcast on Jan. 5.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2021 12:50:10 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Podcast%20Logo.jpg">
<media:title>Podcast Logo</media:title>
<media:description>AHC Podcast Logo</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Podcast%20Logo.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Hancock Fire Academy Instructor Retires After Three Decades of Service</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-18-2020%20Andy%20Densmore%20Retires.php</link>
<description>Andy Densmore is retiring after more than 30 years with the academy.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 12:36:34 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Board Swears In New Trustee</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-16-2020%20Suzanne%20Levy%20New%20Trustee.php</link>
<description>Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D. swore in AHC Trustee Suzanne Levy in a public meeting on Dec. 15.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2020 13:47:12 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Suzanne%20Levy.jpg">
<media:title>Suzanne Levy</media:title>
<media:description>Suzanne Levy is sworn in as a new AHC Trustee.</media:description>
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<title>Hancock Graudates 133 Students from Nursing and Public Safety Programs</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-11-2020%20PTSC%20and%20Nursing%20Graduations.php</link>
<description>Many of the graduates will move on to work for local public safety agencies and healthcare providers.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2020 11:50:49 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/PTSC%20Graduation.jpg">
<media:title>EMS Graduation</media:title>
<media:description>EMS graduates at their ceremony at the Public Safety Training Complex.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/PTSC%20Graduation.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Chick-fil-A at Enos Ranch Gives $10,000 for Hancock Scholarships</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-09-2020%20Chick-fil-A%20Donation.php</link>
<description>The scholarship will be available to students who work for the local branch of the restaurant starting in fall 2021.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:24:26 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Chick-fil-A%20Donation.jpg">
<media:title>Chick-fil-A Donation</media:title>
<media:description>A check is presented to Hancock Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D from Chick-fil-A at Enos Ranch owner/operator Joey Hickox.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Chick-fil-A%20Donation.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Hancock's Bulldog Bound Program Goes Virtual</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/12-02-2020%20Virtual%20Bulldog%20Bound.php</link>
<description>The videos are available for free on Hancock's YouTube channel.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2020 15:41:03 -0800</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Virtual%20Bulldog%20Bound.jpg">
<media:title>Virtual Bulldog Bound</media:title>
<media:description>Culinary instructor Ron Lovell demonstrates how to make cupcakes.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Virtual%20Bulldog%20Bound.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Free Workshops Offered for Foster Care Parents</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/11-19-2020%20Foster%20Care%20Workshops.php</link>
<description>Allan Hancock College is offering free, online training and classes for foster parents.</description>
<author>Mat Burciaga</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 10:52:53 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Hosts Winter and Spring Registration Events</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/11-6-2020%20Reg%20Events.php</link>
<description>The events will take place Nov. 9-10 at the Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2020 09:37:35 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock to Continue Remote Classes for Spring Semester</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/10-20-2020%20Spring%20Classes.php</link>
<description>Spring classes begin Jan. 19, 2021.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2020 13:46:14 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Free &quot;Cash for College&quot; Workshops</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/10-19-2020%20Cash%20for%20College%20Workshops.php</link>
<description>Thirty &quot;Cash for College&quot; workshops will be offered from Oct. to Feb. 2021.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2020 13:39:10 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Short-Term Classes Available for Job Seekers</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/10-15-2020%20CE%20Classes.php</link>
<description>Classes are available through the college's Community Education program.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2020 14:53:56 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/BldgS.jpg">
<media:title>Community Education</media:title>
<media:description>Building S on the Santa Maria campus</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/BldgS.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>AHC's Ann Foxworthy Gallery to Host Virtual Art Exhibit</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/10-14-2020%20Virtual%20Art%20Show.php</link>
<description>Photography work by Marcos Dorado will be on display Oct. 19-Dec. 14.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2020 14:12:36 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/VirtualArtExhibit.jpg">
<media:title>Marcos Dorado</media:title>
<media:description>Marcos Dorado and his art.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/VirtualArtExhibit.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Hancock's &quot;Dimensions in Dance&quot; Goes Virtual</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/10-09-2020%20Dimensions%20in%20Dance.php</link>
<description>The performances will be available Oct. 14-16 at 7 p.m.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2020 11:12:49 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2020%20Dimensions%20in%20Dance.jpg">
<media:title>Dimensions in Dance</media:title>
<media:description>Students dancing</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2020%20Dimensions%20in%20Dance.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Hancock and Local Partners Host Mental Health Forum</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/10-07-20%20Mental%20Health%20Forum.php</link>
<description>The virtual forum will be held on Oct. 22 from 6-8 p.m.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2020 14:18:22 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Cancels &quot;Frightmare Forest&quot; Event</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/10-06-2020%20Frightmare%20Forest%20Canceled.php</link>
<description>The haunted maze event is a fundraiser for the Hancock men's basketball team.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2020 13:19:46 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Breaks Ground on New Fine Arts Complex</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-30-2020%20Fine%20Arts%20Complex%20Groundbreaking.php</link>
<description>The groundbreaking ceremony took place on the Santa Maria campus.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:44:53 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Fine%20Arts%20Complex%20Groundbreaking.jpg">
<media:title>Fine Arts Complex Groundbreaking</media:title>
<media:description>A groundbreaking ceremony was held on the Santa Maria campus.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Fine%20Arts%20Complex%20Groundbreaking.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Hancock Kicks Off Centennial With Time Capsule Opening Event</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-23-2020%20Time%20Capsule%20Opening.php</link>
<description>The time capsule held contents from the college's 75th anniversary.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2020 15:12:37 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Centennial%20Time%20Capsule.jpg">
<media:title>Time Capsule Opening Event</media:title>
<media:description></media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Centennial%20Time%20Capsule.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Hancock Celebrates HSI Week, Receives $4.2 Million in Grants</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-18-2020%20AHC%20HSI%20Week.php</link>
<description>Supportive video messages on social media,a virtual display and more were part of Hancock's HSI Week celebration.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2020 10:57:35 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Model A Ford Club Hosts Raffle to Benefit AHC Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-10-2020%20Model%20A%20Ford%20Club%20Fundraiser.php</link>
<description>The fundraiser will be held on Sept. 12.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2020 10:58:35 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Prepares to Celebrate 100th Anniversary</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-09-2020%20AHC%20Centennial%20Celebration.php</link>
<description>Hancock's Centennial Celebration kicks-off on Sept. 23.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2020 10:04:56 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Centennial.jpg">
<media:title>AHC Centennial</media:title>
<media:description>Allan Hancock College students posing in front of a building.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Centennial.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Spots Available at Hancock's Childcare Center in Lompoc</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/09-02-2020%20LVC%20Childcare%20Center.php</link>
<description>The center offers quality childcare for infants and preschoolers.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 10:10:57 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/LVC%20Childcare%20Center.jpg">
<media:title>LVC Childcare Center</media:title>
<media:description>A classroom at the childcare center at the Lompoc Valley Center.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/LVC%20Childcare%20Center.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Hancock ASBG Approves Black Student Union Club</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/08-25-2020%20BSU%20Club.php</link>
<description>The Black Student Union Club was established on Aug. 24</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2020 15:05:55 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Celebrates Class of 2020</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/08-12-2020%20Commencement.php</link>
<description>Graduates were honored at a safe and socially distanced drive-through ceremony on Aug. 12.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 16:39:05 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2020Commencement.jpg">
<media:title>2020 Commencement</media:title>
<media:description>A graduate walking across the stage at commencement.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2020Commencement.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>AHC's Community Education Program Offers Free Fall Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/08-06-2020%20Community%20Education%20Fall%20Classes.php</link>
<description>Fall classes begin Aug. 17.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2020 12:17:42 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/CE%20Fall%20Classes.jpg">
<media:title>Community Education Fall Classes</media:title>
<media:description>Community Education Fall Classes</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/CE%20Fall%20Classes.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Hancock Prepares Students for Success This Fall</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/08-04-2020%20Fall%20Registration.php</link>
<description>Fall registration is underway at Allan Hancock College.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2020 13:54:52 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2020%20Fall%20Registration.jpg">
<media:title>2020 Fall Registration</media:title>
<media:description>Fall registration is underway at Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2020%20Fall%20Registration.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Twenty Cadets Graduate From Hancock's Fire Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/AHC%20Fire%20Academy%20Battalion%20145%20Graduation.php</link>
<description>A ceremony was held for Battalion #145 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:41:02 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Battalion145.jpg">
<media:title>Fire Academy Battalion #145 </media:title>
<media:description>Fire Academy Battalion #145 graduation.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Battalion145.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Hancock Board Swears in New Student Trustee</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/07-20-2020%20AHC%20Student%20Trustee.php</link>
<description>Ana Rosas Pacheco was sworn in on July 14.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2020 11:33:36 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AnaRosasPacheco.jpg">
<media:title>Ana Rosas Pacheco</media:title>
<media:description>AHC Student Trustee Ana Rosas Pacheco.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AnaRosasPacheco.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>AHC Foundation Awards More Than $500,000 in Scholarships to Hancock Students</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-26-2020%20AHC%20Scholarship.php</link>
<description>This year, 304 AHC students received 451 scholarships.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2020 10:55:39 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2020%20AHC%20Scholarship.jpg">
<media:title>2020 AHC Marian Scholarship Recipient Jacquelyn Huebner</media:title>
<media:description></media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/2020%20AHC%20Scholarship.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>HANCOCK HOSTS BLACK LIVES MATTER STUDENT TOWN HALL MEETING</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-19-20%20BLM%20Town%20Hall.php</link>
<description>Hancock hosted a Black Lives Matter: A Student Call to Action Town Hall on June 19.</description>
<author>Written by: Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2020 15:26:47 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Allan Hancock College Releases Statement on DACA Ruling</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-18-2020%20AHC%20Issues%20DACA%20Statement.php</link>
<description>Hancock continues to provide support and services to DACA recipients and undocumented students.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2020 15:26:08 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>AHC Library Seeks Community Participation for COVID-19 Archive Project</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-16-2020%20AHC%20Library%20Project.php</link>
<description>The archive project will preserve COVID-19-related materials, stories, and photos shared by participants.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2020 12:26:25 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Library.jpg">
<media:title>AHC Library</media:title>
<media:description>AHC library on the Santa Maria campus.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHC%20Library.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Hancock Wins Statewide Awards</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-12-2020%20AHC%20Wins%20CCPRO%20Awards.php</link>
<description>The college was honored during a virtual ceremony on June 10.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2020 11:49:02 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Squeeze.jpg">
<media:title>Squeeze in Some Classes </media:title>
<media:description>Squeeze in Some Classes Campaign</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/Squeeze.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
<media:keywords>A cat in a tiny box</media:keywords>
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<title>AHC Community Education Offers Free Online Summer Classes</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-11-2020%20Community%20Education%20Summer%20Classes.php</link>
<description>Summer classes begin June 15.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2020 11:48:09 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock's BIGE Club Receives $10K Grant</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-08-2020%20BIGE%20Club%20Receives%20Grant.php</link>
<description>The grant was awarded to the club from The Fund for Santa Barbara.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2020 12:33:26 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>AHC to Welcome New Students During Virtual &quot;Hancock Hello&quot; Event</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-05-2020%20Hancock%20Hello%20Virtual%20Event.php</link>
<description>First-year students can take tours, attend workshops, and learn more about student services and much more during the virtual event.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2020 13:52:23 -0700</pubDate>
<media:content url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHCSign.jpg">
<media:title>Allan Hancock College</media:title>
<media:description>Sign outside of Allan Hancock College.</media:description>
<media:thumbnail url="https://www.hancockcollege.edu/_images/_newsimages/AHCSign.jpg"></media:thumbnail>
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<title>Emmy Award-Winning Composer Joins Hancock Music Faculty</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/06-04-2020%20Carl%20Johnson%20Joins%20Music%20Faculty.php</link>
<description>Carl Johnson will teach music business this summer at Allan Hancock College.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2020 11:30:08 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Record 1,888 Students Graduate From Allan Hancock College</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-29-2020%20Class%20of%202020.php</link>
<description>Hancock students earned a record 2,207 degrees and 850 certificates of achievement this year.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2020 16:56:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Helps Students, Employees &quot;Fuel Up&quot; for Finals With Free Coffee</title>
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<description>AHC students and employees were treated to a free drink from six local coffee shops on May 21.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2020 12:13:19 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Local Leaders Support Economic Reopening With &quot;Protect. Respect. Wear Your Mask.&quot; Campaign</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/05-20-2020%20Mask%20Campaign.php</link>
<description>A group of local leaders and community organizations is encouraging Northern Santa Barbara County residents to wear a mask in public spaces in order to support the economy reopening.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 14:50:07 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Honors 16 Retiring Faculty and Staff</title>
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<description>Sixteen faculty and staff contributed a combined 342 years of service to the college.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2020 16:05:19 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Offers New Career Academy</title>
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<description>The college's new program is tuition-free; courses are offered online.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2020 15:21:26 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Plans to Offer Most Fall Classes Remotely</title>
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<description>Fall classes begin Aug. 17.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2020 15:46:29 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Hosts Virtual Student Services Showcase</title>
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<description>A series of virtual workshops highlighting several of Hancock's programs and services will be held May 18-19.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2020 15:19:20 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Lights Buildings Blue</title>
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<description>Allan Hancock College is lighting two of its buildings blue in honor of first responders and health care workers.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 14:06:14 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Debuts Latino Studies Degree Program</title>
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<description>Allan Hancock College will offer a new degree program in Latino/Latina Studies beginning this summer and fall.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2020 15:12:13 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Provides Direct Aid to Students Through CARES Act</title>
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<description>Allan Hancock College students facing financial hardships received direct financial help from the college via the federal government's CARES Act.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2020 14:39:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Community Tells Students &quot;You Got This AHC&quot;</title>
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<description>Dozens of messages supporting and encouraging AHC students have been posted on social media</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:11:56 -0700</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Offers Promise Workshops for Local Students, Parents</title>
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<description>A week of Promise workshops will be held online.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2020 16:26:46 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Class Search Opens for Summer and Fall Classes at Hancock</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/04-20-2020%20Class%20Search%20Opens.php</link>
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<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2020 11:28:51 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Dutra Ready to Step Back, Damron Named New Bulldogs Head Coach</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2020-04-14%20Hancock%20Football%20Coach.php</link>
<description>Seth Damron will lead the Bulldogs football team as head coach in fall 2020.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2020 09:17:37 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock Declares State of Emergency, Extends Spring Break</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/03-16-20%20AHC%20Extended%20Spring%20Break.php</link>
<description>More details regarding the extension of spring break and plans moving forward in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:55:14 -0700</pubDate>

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<title>Cancellation of March Events at Hancock</title>
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<description>Here's information regarding events that have been canceled at Allan Hancock College.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:29:00 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>AHC Skills USA Wins Big</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/02-27-20%20SkillsUSACompetition.php</link>
<description>The team won multiple first and second-place awards at the SkillsUSA regional competition in Bakersfield.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:16:51 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Hosts Annual Student Art Exhibit</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2019-02-07-Student-Art-Exhibit.php</link>
<description>The college's Fine Arts Student Art Show will be on display Jan. 23-Mar. 13.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2020 10:02:50 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Harlem Globetrotters Coming to AHC</title>
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<description>The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are headed to Hancock!</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2020 15:47:32 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Spring Registration Continues at Allan Hancock College</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2020-01-13%20Spring%20Reg.php</link>
<description>Spring classes begin Jan. 21.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2020 12:14:40 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock PSTC Debuts Water-Saving &quot;Pump Pod&quot; Training Unit</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2019-07-01%20Pump%20Pod%20Unit.php</link>
<description>The new DRAFTS Pump Pod unit will provide an important training tool for Allan Hancock College's fire academy.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2020 10:45:12 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Hancock Youth Dance Presents Nutcracker Ballet</title>
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<description>This year's show features more than 60 performers of all ages.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2019 10:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Twenty-One Cadets Graduate from Hancock's Fire Academy</title>
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<description>The ceremony marked the end of a rigorous 18-week academy.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2019 10:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<media:title>Fire Academy #114 Graduation</media:title>
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<title>Eighteen Recruits Graduate From Hancock's Law Enforcement Training Academy</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2019-12-10%20LE%20Academy%20Graduation.php</link>
<description>The recruits completed 830 hours of instruction.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2019 10:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Single-Parent Hancock Students Receive Free Thanksgiving Meals</title>
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<description>The meals were distributed at the college's annual CARE Turkey Fest.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2019 09:56:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Thirty-Four Cadets Graduate From Hancock's EMS Academy</title>
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<description>The ceremony was held at the Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc.</description>
<author>Chris McGuinness</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2019 11:21:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Community Education Offers New Truck Driving Class</title>
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<description>Start your career in the commercial trucking industry today!</description>
<author>Public Affairs</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:43:00 -0800</pubDate>
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<title>Eighteen Recruits Graduate from CORE Custody Academy</title>
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<description>The ceremony was held at the college's Public Safety Training Complex</description>
<author>Public Affairs</author>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2019 11:47:00 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Toyota Donates 5K to Promise</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2019-11-05-toyota-donation.php</link>
<description>A special ceremony was held to mark the generous donation on Nov. 4</description>
<author>Phil Hamer &lt;phamer@hancockcollege.edu&gt;</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:57:00 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Open Registration Begins</title>
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<description>Hundreds of Classes to choose from</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:54:00 -0800</pubDate>

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<title>Hancock's Fine Arts Faculty Exhibit Showcases Instructors Talent and Creativity</title>
<link>https://www.hancockcollege.edu/publicaffairs/newsreleases/2019-11-18-faculty-exhibit.php</link>
<description>The art will be on display now through Dec. 12</description>
<author>phamer@hancockcollege.edu</author>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:23:00 -0800</pubDate>
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