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Inside el Don’s first West 17th magazine in 21 years

Letter from the Editor One evening during winter break, I visited the el Don newsroom. When I walked in, I saw our business manager, Joanna, and our instructional aide, Alex, at our

June 1, 2026

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Heroic performances power Dons to state championship victory

199 pitches. As Andrew Phillips gets set on the mound in the state championship, his body feels every single one of them. It’s the bottom of the ninth as the Dons’ pitcher

May 28, 2026

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A theater tech to theater star

Edson Gomez looks like any person you might pass on your way to class, or at the grocery store, gas station, or just waiting to cross the street. Black hoodie, black beanie,

May 28, 2026

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In Photos: Annual Juried Student Art Show

The annual SAC Student Juried Art Show opened on May 8, with students eager to showcase their talents and accomplishments. Juried by skilled art faculty across disciplines, students could submit up to

May 27, 2026

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Orange County Soccer Club Makes History in Front of Record Crowd

Before the first goal, before the late winner, before the record crowd knew how the match would end, there was already a feeling inside the stadium that this night meant something much

May 26, 2026

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The Mystery of Minh Pham

Minh Pham has 50 associate degrees. He’s run 42 marathons. He’s completed NASA internships, theater productions and Ironman triathlons. To learn anything about him from his transcript is like trying to get

May 20, 2026

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A collage of construction photos with excavators in dirt lots

High-end apartments, restaurants, a swanky hotel: exploring Santa Ana’s controversial $4 billion development

Photos by Dylan Burch, Giovanni Castro and Christopher Michael Driving down Bristol Street from Santa Ana College, you first notice the 7-Elevens, crowded bus stops and run-down strip malls that sit on

May 20, 2026

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Getting to know: SAC’s print wizard Michelle Ramos

Since joining the RSCCD Publications Center team in 2018, Michelle Ramos has had an undeniable impact on Santa Ana College’s print shop. Along with all that she does at the district’s publications

May 20, 2026

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Another sweep advances Dons to third state championship appearance in four years

Santa Ana went against familiar foe in Fullerton over the weekend in the 3C2A Regional Final, where the Dons were able to complete another sweep and remain undefeated in the playoffs. Game

May 20, 2026

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Issues Persist After Major Canvas Hack

Over two weeks ago, students and faculty were locked out of the Canvas educational program by the ShinyHunters black hat hacker group. Some students are still struggling to find access to their

May 15, 2026

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