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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

The Mars Volta continue to experiment with another album that leans heavily on their Latin fusion influence while incorporating past musical elements. (Album artwork courtesy of Clouds Hill/The Mars Volta)

Review: The Mars Volta’s “Lucro Sucio” is a Relaxing Ride Through Blended Musical Genres

Will Forseth, Editor-in-Chief April 11, 2025

As a long time music fan who has maintained a consistent awareness of the careers of the artists I enjoy, I’m always surprised to find the artists aging with me. I’m used to my media existing within...

In her new book, Sarah Wynn-Williams accuses Facebook (now Meta) of valuing expansion of freedom as they grow globally, even to countries and governments that will use the Facebook software to control their population. (Photo Courtesy of Flatiron Books)

Facebook Tries to Silence Author of New Book

Will Forseth, Editor-in-Chief April 8, 2025

Fans of the HBO series “The Sopranos” will remember the internal conflict suffered by Jennifer Malfi, therapist to the protagonist, Tony Soprano. The conflict she dealt with had to do with her providing...

 LinkedIn Learning offers students a chance to supplement their education, but does it produce tangible results? (Photo by Will Forseth)

Review: LinkedIn Learning and the Academic

Will Forseth, Editor in Chief March 31, 2025

A common adage goes “It’s the clothes that make the man,” insisting that outward appearances define the characteristics of a person. If there were a digital version of the adage, it would appear...

Subject to redistricting Jan. 2023, California’s 3rd Congressional District has migrated inland at the same time Kevin Kiley became its congressional representative. (Photo courtesy of Ballotopedia.org)

Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley Holds Town Hall Teleconference After Public Outcry

Will Forseth, Editor-in-Chief March 26, 2025

On March 17, concerned citizens spent a portion of their evening on a teleconference call with Rep. Kevin Kiley (R) of California's 3rd District to address the changes taking place within the federal government...

Los manifestantes sostienen carteles que denostan a la administración Trump por su agresiva política migratoria en la manifestación pro inmigración en el parque César Chávez en Sacramento en Feb 22. (Photo by Will Forseth)

ARC se prepara para ICE

Will Forseth, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2025

This article is also available in English. A nivel nacional, recientes medidas federales han puesto en peligro la seguridad de los estudiantes indocumentados. Incluso zonas que antes se consideraban...

Los manifestantes sostienen carteles que denostan a la administración Trump por su agresiva política migratoria en la manifestación pro inmigración en el parque César Chávez en Sacramento en Feb 22. (Photo by Will Forseth)

ARC Stands Prepared for ICE

William Forseth, Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2025

Este artículo también está disponible en Español. Nationwide, recent federal dictation has put the security of the undocumented students in danger. Even areas previously considered off limits, such...

Leagues of protesters look on the dais under the view of Sacramento City Hall. (Photo by Will Forseth)

César Chávez Park Hosts Pro-Immigrant Rally

Janelle Germain and Will Forseth March 3, 2025

On Feb. 22, César Chávez Park was flooded with the sounds of cultural celebration and cries for justice. This event was posted on social media by Norcal Resist to rally Sacramento citizens together in...

 LinkedIn Learning offers students the chance to expand their network while proving their worth on software such as Excel and Photoshop. (Photo by William Forseth)

Los Rios Finds LinkedIn Learning Joins Arsenal of Educational Tools

Will Forseth, Editor in Chief February 23, 2025

Some schools in the Los Rios Community College District, in concert with LinkedIn, are trying to change the relationship students have with their curriculum. Rather than be relegated to academic textbooks...

Isolationist stances on labor, trade and education should be expected to have negative consequences for American River College student’s prosperity. (Photo courtesy of Alex Bello/Unsplash)

ARC Students Under Trump Administration: Employment

Will Forseth, Staff Writer and Cheif Editor December 10, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump will take office in January, and while he and his family may be well off, many Americans have found that the cost of goods has skyrocketed. American River College students...

While the economy looms heavy on the minds of American voters, the policies of the incoming Trump administration may have a negative impact on U.S. global commerce. (Photo courtesy of Unsplash/Christine Roy)

ARC Students Under Trump Administration: Tariffs

Will Forseth, Staff Writer and Chief Editor November 22, 2024

The recent election results have a lot of people discussing the effects the new administration will have on the rights of women, undocumented immigrants, POC and LGBTQ+ people. These concerns, however,...

Jesus Valle, director of the Native American Resource Center, holds the microphone and addresses the audience in the American River College Student Center for Indigenous People's Day on Oct. 14. (Photo by Abigail Harless)

Indigenous Self-Determination is Impossible at ARC Until Political Equality is Achieved

The Current Staff November 13, 2024

November is Native American Heritage Month throughout the United States. American River College, to its credit, has made strides to support the indigenous peoples of the region, such as the Nisenan, Maidu...

Analog Banana entertains crowds on Oct. 18 at The Press club, a restaurant that doubles as a music venue in the evenings (Photo by William Forseth)

Review: ARC’s Analog Banana Perform at The Press Club

Will Forseth, Staff Writer and Chief Editor October 31, 2024

In recent times, well after the crow’s feet have landed upon my aging face, I went back to school to become a journalist. Part of my academic responsibilities in my first semester with the Current was...

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