The Mesa Press

On April 15 at MiraCosta College, San Diego Mesa College beach volleyball took part in the Pacific Coast Athletic Conference pairs tournament, bringing together some of the top duos in the conference for a full day of competitive matchups. Among the standout performances were Mesa’s Layla Folkers and Mia Lundberg, …

For Payson Lee, baseball has always been more than just a game. It has been a part of his life from the very beginning, thanks to the influence of his dad, who played baseball at a high level for the University of Arizona. “I got into baseball because of my …

Mesa College defeated Imperial Valley 11-1 on Tuesday, March 19. Michael Firestone and Ian Pollard had key RBIs early, helping the team build a lead. Mesa finished with 13 hits, including doubles by Alejandro Leyva-Ramos, Hunter Kaul (3), and Gianluca Fanelli. Mesa scored first in the bottom of the first …

Giselle kind of fell into volleyball in a weird way. She played soccer basically her whole life and never really thought about switching sports until people kept telling her she was “wasting her height” not playing basketball or volleyball. She tried basketball first, hated it, and volleyball ended up being …

Lifelong creative Kenneth Green and Gallery Director Alessandra Moctezuma engaged in a powerful dialogue about the art exhibit “Clothes Story: An Exhibit Highlighting African American Women’s Clothing from 1890 to 1963” displayed at our Mesa College Art Gallery this past Wednesday. More than fifty people were present to listen and …

Olympians came out in force on Thursday to attend the Latino/a/e Bienvenida at the Mesa Commons Quad, where Mesa staff prepared more than a dozen booths to display campus services, arts and crafts, and free food for students. Over 200 students gathered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to take …

Guest speaker Dr. Kimberly Fletcher gave a presentation to an audience of over 100 people on Sept. 17 at Mesa College campus for Constitution Day, featuring a concise history of U.S. presidential unilateral power and the role of the Supreme Court in deciding that power. Dr. Fletcher’s presentation and subsequent …

The librarians at Mesa College’s Learning Resource Center (LRC) openly speak out for the community, encourage students to utilize the services offered and promote a deeper understanding of professors and staff. On Wednesday Oct. 8, in the main entrance to the LRC, librarian Lisa Burgert and several other staff spoke …

Three friends take up the executive positions of Mesa’s Associated Student Government; their main goals: connecting with the student body and providing space to share experiences on campus with their representatives. The Mesa ASG election has concluded and Miranda Acuna has won the election for ASG president, and although she …

Mesa College defeated Imperial Valley for a third time in a row on April 24, finishing their last home game of the season 8-4 with some explosive plays, including two home runs by Mesa’s Hunter Kaul and Jacob Lanza. Mesa started with a strong second inning by scoring four runs, …

On the daily, social media platforms are flooded with images of war and suffering, and the thing that is at the front of my mind whenever I see a video of a grieving victim of a bomb strike is “how can we allow this happen?” What happens when a resident …

Nancee Kesinger, a committed academic who inspired through her dedication to students and steadfastness, has died aged 69. Kesinger taught at Mesa for 38 years, those who worked with and were taught by her remember her for her storytelling skills, passion for education, and empathy. “She was fierce… She was …

Have you ever gotten a concerning message asking for money or to verify something only to find out that it was completely fabricated? If you are like most Americans, you probably have received dozens of these. This kind of scam is called phishing, and its purpose is to manipulate victims …

The San Diego Community College District Board of Trustees has moved forward with renaming of Cesar E. Chavez Campus following a meeting on April 6. As the news of Chavez’s sexual misconduct continues to spread, community members and leaders process the immense task of reframing his legacy. Following the meeting, …

Wonderfully stylized sets, colorful costumes and powerful performances worked together to bring the writings of Dr. Seuss to life thanks to the talented cast and crew at the Old Globe Theater in the Balboa Park area. This year is the 28th year that “Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” …

The assassination of Charlie Kirk and the media’s reaction is symptomatic of a political sphere which encourages radicalization and rage, a state that he spent his political life cultivating. “You will never live in a society when you have an armed citizenry, and you won’t have a single gun death.” …

Millions of people across the United States struggle with obtaining enough food for themselves and their families. The Stand at San Diego Mesa College is working to assist community members facing this issue with their large scale food distribution. The Stand assists students who are struggling with basic needs, such …

The librarians at Mesa College’s Learning Resource Center (LRC) openly speak out for the community, encourage students to utilize the services offered and promote a deeper understanding of professors and staff. On Wednesday Oct. 8, in the main entrance to the LRC, librarian Lisa Burgert and several other staff spoke …

Olympians came out in force on Thursday to attend the Latino/a/e Bienvenida at the Mesa Commons Quad, where Mesa staff prepared more than a dozen booths to display campus services, arts and crafts, and free food for students. Over 200 students gathered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to take …

Dear President-Elect Trump, What does it truly mean to serve? By definition, to serve is to perform duties or services for another person or organization. In many contexts, it also means to be employed as a member of the armed forces, to willingly step forward, raise your right hand, and …

Mesa women’s volleyball was seeded No. 2 in the California Community College Athletic Association (3C2A) Southern California Regional Bracket after a 23-1 season and will begin their quest for back-to-back state titles on Tuesday, Nov. 26 when they host the winner of the first round’s No. 15 Ventura and No. …

On the go? Listen to this audio summary of the article for a rundown on how to give back this holiday season. With the upcoming holiday season upon us, the spirit of giving takes on renewed importance. This time of year, countless individuals and families find themselves in need of …

Introduction “What if life is like a Lego set?” – Pharrell Williams Thirteen-time Grammy winner Pharrell Williams is a multi-talented star with impressive music, fashion, television, and philanthropy careers. Born on April 5, 1973, he began his career as a teenage prodigy under the mentorship of Teddy Riley. Over his …

In a music industry where collaborations often feel forced and fleeting, the reunion of Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre on their new album “Missionary” is a refreshing reminder of the magic that can happen when two legends come together. This album, their first full length collaboration since the iconic “Doggystyle” …

Nikki Giovanni, a literary giant whose work left an indelible mark on American poetry and beyond, has passed away. Her powerful and tender voice resonated with readers for decades, making her one of the most celebrated poets of our time. Giovanni’s poetry was not just a reflection of her personal …

Prior to 2011, openly LGBTQ individuals were prohibited from serving in the U.S. military. Recently, a panel of four LGBTQ-identified veterans convened at Mesa College in San Diego to share their personal stories and experiences. The “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT) policy, implemented by the Clinton administration in 1993, marked …

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month, and the Mesa campus recently welcomed Kelley Grimes and Sarah Waters from the Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego County for an informative panel discussion to educate attendees about the causes of epilepsy, its nature and essential first aid measures. Grimes and Waters began by explaining …

Mesa College announced its upcoming travel abroad program to Japan, offering students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Japanese culture and language. The six-week program, tentatively scheduled from June 9, 2025, to July 20, 2025, includes two weeks of preparatory classes at Mesa College followed by four weeks in …

Rainer Apostal, a Masters in Social Welfare candidate at UC Berkeley, who uses they/them pronouns, recently served as a guest speaker on a career panel at Mesa College. Apostal provided attendees with an insightful overview of California’s legislative process and recent policy updates affecting the LGBTQIA+ community. Apostal highlighted several …

Well, it’s October and what better way to bring in the spooky season than a great horror movie? This is a great time of year for horror movie fans to get into the gore, slashing, screaming, and terror that will have you on the edge of your seat. But before …