Review Your Website Directory Profile

The deadline to complete your Los Rios faculty and staff web directory profile review has been extended to Friday, March 24. It is critical that every employee take a few minutes to review and make any necessary changes to your profile even if you've submitted web directory changes in the past. We anticipate launching the new system across all Los Rios websites on Monday, March 27.

Late-Start Classes Are Still Available

Second eight-week (8W2) term classes begin on Monday, March 20, and students still have time to pick up one more class and make even more progress toward their goals! Check out the list of open, late-start classes on the Search Class Schedule webpage.

Daylight Savings

Don’t forget to spring ahead! Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 12 at 2:00 a.m.

Spring Recess is Coming

Spring Recess will be from Monday, March 13 through Sunday, March 19. No classes will be held, but college offices will remain open Monday - Friday.

Note: The ARC Beaver Bites newsletter will take a brief hiatus for Spring Recess and will return on Monday, March 27.

Classified PD Series

Service Central pain? We can help.

Wednesday, March 22, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., online via Zoom

Have you found yourself at your wits end, trying to figure out how to get help? Learn to create Service Central tickets that get your problems solved. We will teach you to navigate the new help system so you can get your tickets in front of the techs that can solve them. 

Presented by: Todd Howton and Nicole Griggs, Information Technology

Family Health Fair: Keeping our Community Safe

Saturday, March 11, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., ARC Student Center

This family health fair is free to attend for all with a primary focus on providing services to refugees/newcomers. Interpretation services will be provided in Arabic, Dari/Farsi, Pashto, and Urdu. Get more information about services offered at the health fair.

Produce Distributions

The Beaver Cares Basic Needs Center offers currently enrolled ARC students facing food insecurity free fruits and vegetables on certain Wednesdays throughout the semester. Students should sign up for produce distributions in advance.

Upcoming distribution dates:

• Wednesday, March 8 (11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
• Wednesday, March 22 (11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

Location: Next to Portable Village

Internship Info Session: Broadway at Music Circus

Thursday, March 9, 12:00 p.m., online via Zoom 

Broadway Sacramento, California’s largest nonprofit musical theatre company, is seeking students who wish to gain experience and training in theatre production and administration. Join us to learn more about our exciting Broadway At Music Circus summer Internship and Professional Assistant programs in the areas of Costume, Production, Stage Management, Development, Education, and Marketing. Explore your future career opportunities in the arts.

March Work Experience Workshops

Students looking for job opportunities can learn how to effectively plan a job search, how to network, how to interview and so much more at the March Work Experience Workshop series.

Women’s History Month

Join us for these upcoming events celebrating Women’s History Month, including:

“Her Story, Your Story” workshop

Tuesday, March 7, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., online via Zoom

What's your story? Would you like to share it? Storytellers Sherie Coelho and Lesley Gale will host a storytelling workshop in support of the Women's History Month theme: Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories. This supportive gathering will provide tools, instruction, and practice for creating a story that could be shared with others. Open to all Los Rios students, faculty, staff, and community members. Hosted by the CRC Women’s History Committee and CRC’s Center for Inclusion and Belonging.

Feature Film Screening: Writing with Fire

Friday, March 10, 12:00 to 3:00 p.m., ARC Student Center in the Unite Center Lobby



In honor of Women's History Month, we will be screening this award-winning documentary: Writing with Fire (pizza and drinks provided). Following the screening, there will be a Prise meeting. Open to American River College students, faculty, and staff.

Disability in the Workplace Workshop Series

Join our virtual workshop series on disability in the workplace - "Tips, Tricks, and Resources to Help You Up Your (Work) Game!" Click on the workshop title for Zoom login and passcode information. Hosted by the Los Rios WorkAbility III program.

Government Employment: Opportunities for Job Seekers with Disabilities

Wednesday, March 8, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Are you interested in employment with a state or federal government agency? Do you feel confident in your ability to independently navigate the application and hiring process? Join us at the next workshop to learn about government job opportunities and specialized hiring programs for people with disabilities, including the Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) and Schedule A.

Workplace Professionalism: Skills for Success

Wednesday, April 12, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Throughout our working lives, we will have different jobs. No matter the industry–from customer service, to an office job, to tech jobs–all of these jobs have one thing in common: to achieve success in your career path, you will need to demonstrate professionalism and workplace etiquette. Join us as we talk about employer expectations for behavior and attitude that can make you stand out.

Creating a Successful Transition to Community College

Thursday, March 23, 6:00 p.m., ARC Natomas Center, Room N202

The ARC Natomas Center, in collaboration with NUSD Parent University, hosts an information night for families to learn about the steps for creating a successful transition to community college. We will also go over information about Advanced Education and Dual Enrollment that students entering high school can benefit from. Lastly, we will offer families a tour of the Natomas Center and the different services offered at our site. RSVP today!

Pharmacy Day

Friday, March 24, 8:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., 9700 West Taron Drive, Elk Grove

Know students that may be interested in a Pharmaceutical career? Pharmacy Day at California Northstate University includes talks about Pharmacy and Health Care fields, student panels, hands-on activities, school information, and a tour of CNU's Elk Grove Campus. Students will get the opportunity to hear from students and faculty from CNU, and participate in simulation and compounding labs. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided. This event is hosted by ARC's Natomas Center. Transportation can be provided for a limited amount of students.

ARC Nursing at Del Campo HS

The American River College Registered Nurse program had the opportunity to serve the community by representing the field of nursing at the Del Campo High School Annual Career Day in February.  

Nursing Professor Jen Kirkman, had the privilege of sharing information relating to educational and career path options and interacting with some of our community's most inspiring youth. We look forward to supporting those who seek this very exciting and rewarding educational journey into nursing.

Spring Music Events

Join the ARC music faculty, staff and students for an exciting, music-filled semester! 

ARC Jazz Ensembles Live

Tuesday, March 7, 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., Lower level of the Student Center

The ARC Jazz Ensembles will perform selections from their upcoming concert directed by Dr. Dyne Eifertsen.

Free

ARC Concert Choir

Tuesday, March 7, 7:30 p.m., ARC Main Theatre

Choir for Life! Part I: The ARC Concert Choir hosts a high school choral invitational.

General Admission $15 | Students $5

ARC Vocal Jazz Ensembles "In Concert"

Wednesday, March 8, 8:00 p.m., ARC Main Theatre

Come hang with us for an evening of jazz singing!

General Admission $15 

ARC Instrumental Jazz Ensemble - A Tribute to Charles Mingus

Thursday, March 9, 7:30 p.m., ARC Main Theatre

The ARC Instrumental Jazz Ensemble is excited to present A Tribute to Charles Mingus directed by Dr. Dyne Eifertsen. With special guest Ensemble Bella Vista High School Jazz Band directed by Santiago Sabado.

General Admission $10

ARC Jazz Combos Live

Friday, March 10, 7:30 p.m., ARC Main Campus Music Department Room 547

Enjoy ARC's Jazz Combos live!

General Admission $10

CMEA Golden Empire Music Festival hosted by ARC Music Dept.

Saturday, March 11, 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., ARC Theatre and ARC Music Dept.

High School and Middle School Bands and Orchestras will perform throughout the day. Special noontime concert with ARC Music Department Ensembles.

Free