Introducing an Improved Major Change Process!

We’re excited to announce a new process that allows students to change their major by logging into eServices. This process is more streamlined and efficient by no longer requiring students to submit a form for staff to process manually for the upcoming term. Students will be able to get into their degree programs sooner and stay on track for their academic goals!

Changes made before the Sunday, March 3 major change deadline will go into effect in the current term. Changes made after the deadline will be effective in the upcoming term. Counselors also will be able to make major changes. 

For more information on the process, direct students to visit the Admissions and Records Forms and Petitions webpage and click on “Major and Educational Goal Change.”

Accessing/Using Data in Equity Work as Instructors

Precision Campus provides users access to an array of data elements and potential insights about our college and its students, such as trends in enrollments, course success rates, and awards. To advance equity, the data can be disaggregated to display outcomes for students from ARC’s historically disproportionately impacted populations. In addition, the system supports intersectionality, or the displaying of data at multiple layers of disaggregation, such as by race and by gender simultaneously. 

Join us at 12:30 pm on February 9 or April 5 for an introduction to Precision Campus/ARC Data-on-Demand. RSVP now!

Distance Education Workshops

Universal Design: Putting Purpose into Practice

Thursday, February 15, Noon, Zoom

Wednesday, February 28, Noon, Zoom

Hosted by: Lori Hokerson

In this session we will build upon the foundations of universal design by starting with access - we can’t expect our students to succeed if we have created assignments or expectations that don’t provide them the guidance to succeed. By focusing on access, universal design helps to remove barriers and promote expert learning in our students. We will also explore concrete strategies of universal design to create a learning environment that motivates and encourages all students to learn. Build universal design into your practice and increase access to learning for all of your students.

College Hour: Funeral Services Education

ARC is one of only two community colleges in the state of California to offer a Funeral Service Education program. Come find out what the heck they do over in Funeral Services anyway on Thursday, February 15 at 12:15 pm in the Student Center Board Room. This is a great chance to meet the faculty and talk about the available pathways into good-paying careers that Funeral Services can offer.

Chancellor Office Hours

Beginning this month, Chancellor King will be hosting a monthly office hours at each Los Rios college. This is an opportunity for faculty, staff, or students to drop in and talk to Chancellor King about any topic(s) important to you or your college in general. 

Chancellor King's February Office Hours at American River College will be on Wednesday, February 21 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm in the President's Conference Room (Administration Building).

Presidents' Day Weekend is Coming

American River College will be closed Friday, February 16 and Monday, February 19 in observance of Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln's birthdays. No classes will be held and all college offices will be closed. View the Spring 2024 Academic Calendar for all holidays and deadlines this semester.

Black History Month

Join us for this week's events celebrating Black History Month.

• Black 365 Knowledge Bowl

Monday, February 12 from 1:30 to 2:30 pm in the UNITE Center

• River Tales - Dr. BJ Snowden

Tuesday, February 13 from12:00 - 1:00 pm in the UNITE Center

• UNITE Comedy Hour

Thursday, February 15 from 1:30 - 2:30 pm in the UNITE Center

Career Center Workshops

Ready to take the next step in preparing for an internship or job search? Come check out the Career Center’s February workshops that will help prepare you with the tools to impress employers and internship coordinators!

Kaneko Gallery New Exhibition “Filament”

A new art exhibition opens at the Kaneko Gallery on Monday, February 12 titled "Filament" with paintings by Laurelin Gilmore and pine needle baskets by Alfred S. Pierson. The exhibition is open through March 7. A reception for the artists will be held on Thursday, February 22 at Noon.

DIY Valentine’s Day Card

Let the creativity flow at the Center for Leadership and Development on Wednesday, February 14 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm while you create and mail handmade Valentine’s cards for the ones you love!

Foundation Scholarships Available

Nearly $500,000 in scholarships is available to Los Rios students! Scholarships can help students pay for their education or related expenses. Encourage students to submit their application early so they have time to put together any required materials (Note: Students may ask you for a letter of recommendation). The deadline to apply is Friday, March 1.

FAFSA/CADAA Deadline Extended

The priority deadline for submitting the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) has been extended to April 1, 2024. Information is rapidly changing, and the deadline may be extended. However, we suggest that students begin the process today. This will ensure they have plenty of time to address any questions that may come up as they complete the application.

Voter Registration Drive

Stop by the Center for Student Leadership and Development Monday, February 12 through Thursday, February 15 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm to register to vote! It’s not too late to register to vote in the upcoming primaries. 

Get Your Master’s Degree in Education,

Equity/Social Justice

Have you considered applying for graduate school? Be a change agent and make a difference in schools and our society. The Master’s degree in Education, Equity/Social Justice -Gender Equity Studies at Sacramento State, is a unique program that is very multidisciplinary. 

Sacramento State is offering this degree and invites Los Rios faculty and staff to participate in one of two information sessions from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Join the information sessions from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. Thursday, February 15, or Monday, February 26, to learn what makes this program different and how our alumni have benefited. 

Students can study topics ranging from policy, education, to workplace issues. Anti-racism and inclusion strategies are woven into all courses. Only 10 classes, 30 units. No GRE required. Applications are due by Friday, March 1. Join via Zoom (Meeting ID: 84430572215; Pass-code: 430132).