FAQ

How do I join The Solano Pulse?

Solano College students can enroll in Journalism 60: News Production and Publication which meets every semester Monday and Wednesday 2:00pm – 4:45pm.  It is recommended that students also take Journalism 1: Introduction to Newswriting and Reporting (offered every Fall) and Journalism 11: Introduction to Mass Communication (offered every Spring) to gain the skills, strategies, and theoretical context of the news production and the news industry.

What stories does the Pulse cover?

We focus on stories that matter to Solano College students, staff, faculty, and administration, and the broader local community, including alumni, parents, and other supporters.  

How can I submit a tip as a community member?

You can send us a lead by emailing [email protected] or leaving a note in our mailbox outside Room 753, Fairfield Campus.

Can I contribute if I’m not enrolled in any Journalism courses at Solano College?

Not currently, we at the Solano Pulse require you to be enrolled in one of the journalism classes offered at Solano Community College

What happened to The Tempest?

Solano College has a long, storied history of print news production, beginning with the Vallejo Vista in 1956. Over the years, it has been renewed and rebranded, first as The Viva, then as The Tempest. The last issue of the tempest was published in 2015 and, without a full-time Journalism Professor, the program struggled to remain viable. In 2024, a new Advisor was hired, two new certificates (Journalism and Multimedia Journalism) and an Associate of Arts Degree for Transfer were created, and students voted for a new name and logo for a new, digital publication: The Solano Pulse.

Where is The Pulse office located?

Our current office is on the Fairfield Campus in Room 753. 

How do I submit a correction?

If you find a factual error, please report it to [email protected], along with any evidence you have to support your correction. Please see our Corrections and Content Removal policies to learn how we review and respond to those requests.

What are the rules about commenting on stories?

We appreciate your input! All comments are reviewed to determine that they were written by a human and are appropriate for our audience.