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City College Unveils $155 Million STEAM Building, Ushering in a New Era of Education

City College unveiled its long-awaited STEAM Building on Dec. 12 with speeches from administrators and a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The facility promises to enhance education in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Inside, the STEAM Building boasts state-of-the-art facilities. Tall glass windows on every floor offer stunning views, while ample study spaces line the hallways. The building includes chemistry and biology labs, art classrooms, collaborative rooms, and faculty offices. The rooftop provides a serene space with breathtaking views of the campus and surrounding greenery. 

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Free City Funding Chopped in Half: Students Left to Question Their Fate Under Lurie’s Reign

When Board of Trustees president Alan Wong sat down at Mayor London Breed’s desk with the newly appointed Interim Chancellor Mitchell Bailey, they were there for what they thought would be a straightforward meeting to introduce the new chancellor. It was a calm, clear day in June after the spring semester had ended, and it was sprung on the college representatives that the mayor’s office intended to drastically reduce contributions to the Free City program.

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Two Firms, No Team: City College Faces a Marketing Gap

City College finds itself at a crossroads. With no internal marketing team, the college has enlisted the help of two external firms — ASIR Visual Marketing for enrollment campaigns and Voler Strategic Advisors for public relations and storytelling. While this arrangement provides some coverage, the broader implications of this patchwork strategy highlight both opportunities and systemic challenges.

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The Statewide Daylighting Law

There is a new law going into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, prohibiting drivers from parking within 20 feet of any intersection or stop sign. Crosswalks with curb extensions will require a 15-foot clearance.

“The clearance of a few feet can make a big difference for street safety,” the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) said. The law applies to all crosswalks, whether painted or unmarked.

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