San Diego City College
Curran took classes at San Diego Junior College, now San Diego City College. While mayor he had a walkway built over a busy street so students could easily cross to get to classes. After Curran's widow died, it was found out he left his entire estate, worth about US$ 1,000,000, to City College. Curran Plaza was named to honor his efforts for City College.
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