Honor and Support the Transgender Community

Transgender Day of Remembrance is an annual observance on Wednesday, November 20, that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. Transgender Day of Remembrance was started in 1999 by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith as a vigil to honor the memory of Rita Hester, a transgender woman who was killed in 1998. The vigil commemorated all the transgender people lost to violence since Rita Hester's death and began an important tradition that has become the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance. Visit the GLAAD website for more information.

Quitting Smoking Starts With Day 1

Are you a smoker and would like to quit? Thursday, November 21, is the date for this year's Great American Smokeout, which challenges smokers to give up cigarettes for 24 hours. 

Quitting smoking isn’t easy. It takes time and a plan. Let the Great American Smokeout event be the day to start your journey toward a smoke-free life! You’ll be joining thousands of people who smoke across the country in taking an important step toward a healthier life and reducing your cancer risk. 

Need help? Los Rios Student Health and Wellness Services offers smoking cessation counseling and “Quit Kits”. Explore these services and more by visiting the Student Health and Wellness Services webpage.

Final Reports for Spring 2024 Professional Development Leaves Due November 27

If you were on Type A or Type B leave during the Spring 2024 semester, please note that your final report is due within three months of returning to your regular duties in Fall 2024. This means that reports are due by Wednesday, November 27, 2024.

Please submit your report to the Professional Standards Committee in a timely manner to ensure compliance with the guidelines.

If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to contact the Professional Standards Type A/B Leaves Committee at ARC-PD-TypeAorBLeave@arc.losrios.edu or visit our web resource page.

Library Cookbook Collection

As you plan your fall and winter holiday gatherings, don’t forget that the ARC Library has a fabulous cookbook collection with hundreds of titles! Browse cookbooks on the library’s 3rd floor in the TX section, which is the section closest to the elevator. ARC students and employees may check out 12 books at a time. No need to present a special card – just bring your books to the first-floor circulation desk and tell the staff your W-ID number.

Beaver Cares Grab & Go Produce Pop Up Fall 2024

ARC’s on-campus food pantry, Beaver Cares, will host a produce pop-up from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on various dates through the fall semester at the Library Quad. To partake, you must be currently enrolled in at least one (1) ARC course and be able to provide your ID number. No sign-up is required!

Date: Wednesday, November 20

Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm (while supplies last)

Location: ARC Library Quad

Undocu-Knowledge Workshop Series

Los Rios’ Undocumented Student Support Centers are excited to continue its series of informative workshops designed to provide support and guidance to undocumented individuals, students, and their families. Whether you're directly impacted or seeking to be an informed ally, these workshops offer valuable insights and resources for navigating complex immigration challenges.

Upcoming session:



Navigating Basic Needs: Support for Undocumented Students

Thursday, November 21, 10:00 to 11:00 am, online via Zoom (register in advance)

This workshop, led by Marisela Hernandez, Program Manager from the California Community College Foundation, is designed to provide undocumented students with information about the various resources available to support their basic needs in the state of California.

Career and Internship Events

All students are invited to attend a variety of virtual events this month that can help with your job and career search! Click on the event title below for more information and to register in advance via Handshake. 

Upcoming events include:

• Handshake 101 - Wednesday, November 20, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

• California Mini Corps Info Session - Wednesday, November 20, 1:00 to 2:00 pm

• Interview Skills 360: Prepare, Impress, and Succeed - Friday, November 22,12:00 to 1:00 pm