Honoring & Supporting Our Veterans
All Los Rios student veterans are invited to a listening session on Monday, November 8th, from 12 p.m. 1:30 p.m. via Zoom. This event will provide a supportive place for our veterans, in light of recent events surrounding the U.S. withdrawal out of Afghanistan and issues related to the pandemic. Hosted by the ARC Veterans Resource Center in collaboration with Los Rios’ Center for Mental Health and Wellness. Additional resources are available to veterans – contact the Veterans Center for more information.
Then join FLC's Equity Center to honor and celebrate the contributions and creativity of veterans in our community on Wednesday, Nov. 10, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. Presenters include veteran Reneé Marie and Maria Maldonado of Peace Poles for Schools, as well as student veteran Will Hong.
Campus will also be closed on Thursday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. No classes will be held and all college offices will be closed. Thank you to all of our student veterans and our faculty and staff who are former military for your service!
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November is Native American Heritage Month
In November, we celebrate Native American Indian/Alaska Native Heritage Month and the history, culture, accomplishments, and contributions of the people who were the first inhabitants of the United States. Explore the dances, family traditions, and music of American Indians and Alaska Natives with a special collection of films, short stories, and resources on the PBS website.
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Understanding Afghanistan Beyond Soundbites
All are invited to "Understanding Afghanistan Beyond Soundbites," a teach-in with special guest speaker Dr. Hakeem Naim on Tuesday, Nov. 16, from 3 p.m. to 4:15 pm.
Dr. Naim is an SCC alumnus who currently teaches history at Northern Arizona State University. He grew up in Afghanistan and has lived in multiple countries as a refugee/immigrant. He received his Ph.D. in Modern Middle East history from the University of California at Davis in 2019. In his research, Dr. Naim focuses on late 19th century Islamic nationalism, colonialism, post-colonial theories, and comparative intellectual history of the Ottoman Empire, Afghanistan, and Central Asia.
Dr. Naim will help us understand the nature and impacts of 20 years of US military occupation of Afghanistan and the recent withdrawal of US troops. This event is sponsored by SCC’s Global Studies program.
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Movies for Mental Health
You are invited to “Movies for Mental Health” on Wednesday, Nov. 10, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. via Zoom. This interactive, online experience will feature an anonymous, chat-based discussion on mental health, the stigma that frequently surrounds mental illness, and media portrayals of mental health issues. Following this will be a live screening of three award-winning short films, therapeutic activities to consciously connect minds and bodies, and collective exploration of what the work means for us as individuals. The event will culminate in a panel of lived-experience speakers and mental health resources, empowering us to share our own stories and access support available to us in these uncertain times. Hosted by SCC Health & Wellness Services.
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Wellness Writing for Stress Relief
Join us for a "Write Your Way to Wellness" workshop on Wednesday, Nov. 10, from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. via Zoom.
Learn about the therapeutic power of wellness writing and journaling, which can help you decompress when life's many demands start to overwhelm you. Hosted by FLC’s Tom Goff with the Reading & Writing Center and Mary Hansen with Health & Wellness Services.
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Give Your Feedback on SCC's Mission, Vision, and Values
SCC is in the process of updating our Mission, Vision, and Values. Join us Tuesday, Nov. 9, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. as we review and discuss the proposed draft.
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Intersectional Series
The SCC Pride Center & ASHÉ Center present a two-part intersectional series exploring how aspects of a person's identity combine to create different modes of discrimination and privilege. Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC) and allies are encouraged to attend. All are welcome! Zoom ID for both events is 544 812 0970.
The first event is “LGBTQ+ 101” training on Tuesday, November 9, from 1 pm to 2:30 pm, co-facilitated by Valerie Chueh (they/she) and Zulema Padilla (she/her). This is an intersectional workshop to learn about the diverse identities and lived experiences within the LGBTQ+ community, and best practices for active allyship and solidarity. This training is a foundational part of this two-part series. Students can win a $10 Chipotle gift card.
The next event is “TherActivist: They/Them/Theirs,” a short film screening and discussion on Thursday, November 18, from 1 pm to 2:30 pm, led by filmmaker Dana TherActivist Johnson and guest presenter Dr. Khalid White. This personal narrative embraces identity, intersectionality, diversity, equity, and inclusion. TherActivist embodies a "therapeutic activism" approach, while servicing and empowering people of color, LGBTQ+ communities, and marginalized populations. Students can win a $20 Amazon gift card.
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November Career Workshops
This November there are a number of free virtual workshops to help you boost your career skills. Please register in advance to save your seat!
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Upcoming Events:
Nov 5, 1 pm - 2 pm
Nov 5-21, 7:30 pm
Nov. 8, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Nov 8, 4 pm - 5 pm
Nov 9, 9 am - 2 pm
Nov 9, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Nov 9, 6:30 pm - 8 pm
Nov 10, 12 pm - 1 pm
Nov 10, 10 am - 11 am
Nov 10, 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Nov 10, 1 pm - 2 pm
Nov 10, 1 pm - 2 pm
Nov 10, 2 pm - 4 pm
Nov 11
Nov 11, 9 am - 4 pm
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