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January 31, 2025

ARC, CRC, FLC, SCC Pride Center Statement of Support for LGBTQIA+ Community

The staff and faculty in the Pride Centers across Los Rios Community College District are deeply troubled by the recent Executive Orders that deny recognition of gender identities and attack protections against sex discrimination, the rights of immigrants and asylum seekers, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. While the constitutionality of these orders is questionable, we will resist the implementation of every harmful policy and stand firm as advocates for equity and justice. Together, we will support you! Our campuses and Pride Centers will continue to welcome you and provide a safe space while you complete your educational journey. 

In solidarity,

Liz Geisser, ARC Pride Center, geissee@arc.losrios.edu 

Jennifer Martinez Bedolla, CRC Pride Center, martinj@crc.losrios.edu 

Alejandra Trejo, CRC Pride Center, trejoa@crc.losrios.edu 

Eli Smith, FLC Pride Nest, SmithE@flc.losrios.edu 

Tiffany Clark, SCC Pride Center, clarkt@scc.losrios.edu

About the ARC Pride Center:

The Pride Center offers a welcoming and safe hang-out space that fosters self-love, self-acceptance, and individual growth. It advocates for and with LGBTQIA+ community members and our allies. It fosters the development of student leadership skills and enhances student empowerment, personal and professional growth, and community service. For more information, visit the ARC Pride Center webpage.

Celebrate Black History Month 

February is Black History Month and the theme for 2025 is African Americans and Labor. Join Los Rios and American River College in honoring the contributions, achievements, resilience, and culture of the Black community. 

This February, we invite all to attend events planned throughout the district to highlight and celebrate the potent impact of this work.

Black History Month Events

Black Student and Faculty Leadership Training

Tuesday, February 4 at 11:30 pm in the Community Rooms

A leadership training program empowering Black students and faculty with skills, knowledge, and networks to thrive and lead effectively in their communities and institutions. Email blackstudentsuccess@arc.losrios.edu for information on signing up.

Welcome Black

Tuesday, February 4 at 12:30 pm in the Community Rooms

Join us for the start of Black History Month. Come meet the Black Student Success student staff and gain access to resources. Light refreshments will be provided.

Black Cinema

Tuesday, February 11 at 2:00 pm in the UNITE Center

Join PRIDE and The Black Student Success Center staff as we showcase a prominent film for Black History Month.

Business Etiquette

Thursday, February 13 at Noon in the Community Rooms

A program designed to equip individuals with the essential skills and practices of professional business etiquette to excel in workplace interactions and relationships.

Women’s Lunch

Wednesday, February 19 at Noon in the Community Rooms

Join our women from the Black Student Success Center as we meet in community for our paint and sip event and embrace one another with love and positivity.

Happy Lunar New Year!

Lunar New Year is a holiday observed by many Asian cultures as a way to celebrate the beginning of a new year based on the Lunar calendar. Although each culture celebrates a little differently, the holiday is a time for family, renewal and traditions. 

Each year is associated with a different animal from the Chinese Zodiac – 2025 is the Year of the Snake!

P.R.I.S.E. Spring 2025 Welcome & Lunar New Year Celebration

The P.R.I.S.E. learning community will be celebrating Lunar New Year on Tuesday, February 11 at Noon in the Student Center, showcasing the traditional lion dancers along with food and fun activities for students, staff, and faculty! Join us as we celebrate the Lunar New Year and welcome our students back from winter break!

American River College Offers First-of-its-Kind Linkedin Program to Transform Community College Career Readiness

American River College (ARC) is proud to announce a groundbreaking Linkedin program that will enable the College to upskill students, build relationships with employers, track alumni outcomes, and prepare students for evolving workforce demands. This initiative is part of the $5 million Department of Labor Strengthening Community Colleges Grant awarded to ARC's Business Technology Department in 2021.

The partnership, developed in collaboration with Folsom Lake College and Cosumnes River College, introduces the Business Information Professional Pathway to the Public Sector, combining traditional education with innovative tools and resources to ensure student success.

Through this grant, every ARC student gains access to LinkedIn Learning. After connecting their LinkedIn profile, learners can showcase their skills to recruiters and employers.

ARC Transfer Center is Here for You!

The ARC Counseling and Transfer Center supports you in successfully completing your Associate's Degrees and/or transferring to a university to complete a Bachelor's degree. The Transfer Center offers a wide variety of services including: transfer counseling, transfer-focused workshops related to admission, support on transfer applications, a Fall semester College Fair, and Spring semester university field trips. For the most up-to-date information, please visit the Transfer Center website.  

Contact the Transfer Center with any questions about meeting your transfer goals!

Email: transfer@arc.losrios.edu

Phone: (916) 484-8685

Natomas Center - Accelerated College Education Program

The Accelerated College Education (ACE) program at the Natomas Center puts you on the fast track toward a Bachelor's degree! Join us for an information session Wednesday, February 5 at 5:30 pm on Zoom to learn more about this program designed for working adults who wish to complete 46 units of general education transfer and associate degree requirements.

Future Information Session Dates:

• Wednesday, March 5 at 5:30 pm
• Wednesday, April 2 at 5:30 pm
• Wednesday, May 7 at 5:30 pm

Vision Board Workshop

Join us for a Vision Board Workshop hosted by the Student Health & Wellness Center (SHWC) and the Center for Leadership & Development (CLD) on Tuesday, February 4 from 12:00 to 2:00 pm located at the CLD in the Student Center Building. Art materials will be provided; however, you are welcome to bring your own artistic supplies! At this event, be prepared to set your goals and intentions for an incredible year ahead, be creative, connect with fellow campus community, and get inspired to make 2025 your best year yet!

New Job and Internship Opportunities

The Los Rios Work Experience and Internship Program team is hard at work identifying great local internships and jobs for students. Here are a few recent highlights from Handshake – an easy-to-use online platform where students and alumni can find full-time and part-time jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities.

• Unearth Campaigns - Digital Public Affairs Intern
• Soil Born Farms - Youth Education Intern (Paid)
• Sierra Pacific Industries - Procurement Forestry Intern
• Roberts Family Development Center - Freedom School Servant Leader Intern
• Clark Pacific - Engineering Intern (Summer)
• Cardinal Health - Operations Intern (Summer) 
• Camp Augusta, Nevada City - Educator and Counselor Intern (Summer, Paid)

Last Day to Enroll in Full Term Classes is Sunday

Reminder: The last day to enroll in full-term classes for the Spring 2025 semester is this Sunday, February 2. Secure your spot in the courses you need by completing your enrollment in eServices (make sure you have your permission number from your instructor).

Note: Late start classes (ex., second eight-week term) are also available later this semester.

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