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The American River Current

The student voice of American River College since 1955

The American River Current

The student voice of American River College since 1955

The American River Current

A quote from the chancellor on the data-sharing agreement posted on October 10, 2024. (Photo by the American River College Facebook page)

The Los Rios School District Enters a Data-Sharing Agreement with Local Institutions

Khushi Salgia, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

This semester American River College announced in a Facebook post that the Los Rios Community College District will be participating in a data-sharing agreement with other public education institutions...

 Paul Veisze, Geographic Information Systems adjunct professor, died in late August as many mourn his loss (Photo courtesy of Charles Thomsen)

ARC Professor Remembered for His Influence on the GIS Program and Students

Jose Herrera, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

Paul Veisze, a professor at American River College of almost 26 years, died from a cardiac arrest in late August, according to Joel Keebler, Dean of Science and Engineering.  Since 1999, Veisze was...

 These posters around campus illustrate how to get started with the SAFE app as of November 1, 2024. (Photo by Khushi Salgia)

Los Rios District Releases New Safety App

Khushi Salgia, Staff Writer November 26, 2024

In Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, safety is the most important to us just after physiological needs. A student cannot do his or her best work when they are worried about their own wellbeing on campus....

The Current staff received Online General Excellence and second place for Editorial at JACC Conference. (Photo by Laryn Godbold)

Current Staff Brings Home Multiple Awards from JACC Conference

Laryn Godbold, Staff Writer November 7, 2024

The American River College Current staff had a triumphant time at the 2024 Journalism Association of Community Colleges NorCal Conference held on Oct. 26. at San Francisco State University. Like last year,...

The front of CTE Building under construction on Oct. 22, 2024 (Photo by Jose Leon)

Career Technical Education Building Grand Opening Delayed

Jose Leon, Staff Writer and Editor October 30, 2024

The Career Technical Education Building, American River College’s newest building under construction, has had its opening pushed back to the 2025 spring semester. The CTE Building is the facility...

Sapeidah Saeedi (left), Elizabeth Cherniyavskiy (center), and Soraya Amin (right) in the Student Center, getting work done between their academic and ASB responsibilities. (Photo by William Forseth)

First Year Student Senators Act As Voice for Student Body

Will Forseth, Staff Writer and Chief Editor October 29, 2024

When students come to American River College, they may be surprised to learn of the presence of the Associated Student Body. It would be difficult to blame them for ignoring the flyer-laden enclave across...

American River College Homepage posts voter resources and encourages constituents to vote (Screenshot courtesy of ARC website)

2024 Voter Guide and Ballot Assistance

Anne Biebl, Staff Writer and Copy Editor October 28, 2024

With just one week remaining until the California general elections, students at American River College have a chance to vote on the next president, local government officials and on crucial issues impacting...

A beautiful and lively floral arrangement taken on October 10, 2024. (Photo by Khushi Salgia)

The People Behind the Floral Sales

Khushi Salgia, Staff Writer October 27, 2024

Fall is a time for cozying up and staying in as the weather gets colder. One way to make the fall and winter more colorful and lively this year is to get a bouquet from the Floral Sale, which takes place...

American River College requires parking permits, but some students did not receive them prior to the semester starting. (Photo by Abigail Harless)

Parking Tickets on the Rise as Students Wait For Parking Permits

Abigail Harless, Staff Writer October 22, 2024

Every new semester at American River College, students are required to purchase parking permits, whether it be for the entire semester or for daily use. While the requirement might be seen as another financial...

Events for American River College’s Undocumented Action Week, scheduled Oct. 14-18, will be held in the Unite Center, pictured here on Oct. 1, 2024. (Photo by Carter Chitiva)

American River College celebrates 8th Annual ‘Undocumented Student Action Week,’ Oct. 14-18

Carter Chitiva, Staff Writer October 16, 2024

Undocumented Student Action Week has changed over the last 8 years. It has become more action-based and direct support. This event used to be a single day out of the year, and it has been an important...

Food, games and other activities are available to students during American River College’s Club Day, pictured here on Oct. 3. 2023 (File Photo)

ARC hosts Club Day Oct. 16

Laryn Godbold, Staff Writer October 12, 2024

American River College will host its bi-annual Club Day on Oct.16 in the STEM quad area, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., where clubs will showcase their clubs and all they have to offer. According to Club and...

Harvey Woo was hired on Aug. 1 and says he takes great pleasure in serving the four local community colleges in the district (Photo courtesy of American River College)

Los Rios District hires new chief of police, Harvey Woo

Anne Biebl, Staff Writer and Copy Editor October 12, 2024

The Los Rios Community College District has four major campuses and six learning centers, serving 70,000 students across the Sacramento area, according to the Los Rios website. The district has been searching...

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