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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

Davies Hall has been left untouched since its closure over a year ago, pictured here in October 2024. Many faculty members who once taught in the building are still battling a lack of appropriate replacement options. (Photo by Anne Biebl)

The Lack of Social Engagement at ARC Creates an Academic Diaspora

Anne Biebl, Staff Writer and Copy Editor November 10, 2024

American River College has changed immensely over the decades to meet the needs of students, faculty and the community. However, in its massive focus on technology and development, the ARC administration...

This is not the outcome many Americans had hoped for, and it marks a profound loss for many communities. But progress will not be a thing of the past (Photo courtesy of kamalaharris.com)

Disappointed, anxious, hurt, angry and more? This is for you

Anne Biebl, Staff Writer and Copy Editor November 9, 2024

It’s early November. Donald Trump has been declared the winner of the 2024 presidential election. Like many people, I have countless questions, concerns and thoughts. I have read and watched copious...

Professor Richard Mowers and his students on June 27, 2024, in the Sainte Chapelle that was first built in the year of 1246. (Photo courtesy of History Professor Richard Mowrer)

Program offers experience of a lifetime with Summer Abroad to Paris in 2025

Elisha Chandra, Staff Writer and Sports Editor November 9, 2024

From the palace and gardens of Versailles, the cathedral Notre-Dame de Paris to the extreme rush hour of Paris along with the incredible and iconic scenes of the Eiffel Tower—these are just some of the...

 Wide receiver Luis Torres finds a gap on a kick return on Nov. 2 (Photo by Josh Zezzo)

ARC Takes Down Rival Sierra in Double OT Thriller

Josh Zezzo, Staff Writer November 7, 2024

The American River College football team hosted rival the Sierra College Wolverines on Nov. 2 at Beaver Stadium, where they won a 44-41 thriller in double overtime. ARC is fresh off of a 1-point overtime...

This year’s WNBA season brings new achievements in popularity with help from rookies like Angel Reese (on the right) and Caitlin Clark (on the left), as they look to a new future. (Photo illustration by Janelle Germain)

WNBA’s Recent Success Brings New Beginnings

Janelle Germain, Staff Writer November 7, 2024

The WNBA finals came to a close this October, and to say it was a success is an understatement. With the New York Liberty beating the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 in overtime, the finals ended with a hard-fought...

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,...

Members of the Chess Club play during a meeting on Oct. 29, 2024. Club president (third to the left) playing chess with the club's treasurer. (Photo by Carter Chitiva)

Checkmate: Chess Club Thriving After Pandemic

Carter Chitiva, Staff Writer November 7, 2024

American River College’s Chess Club has been a staple of the club scene for quite some time. While no current member of the club was able to provide information on when the club was founded, the earliest...

The season of struggle continued for the SF Giants as they try to hold onto the lead as they face the Baltimore Orioles in their orange jersey at Oracle Park on June 3, 2023 (Photo by Clifton Bullock )

Rocky season for the SF Giants as the team finishes season 80-82

Clifton L. Bullock, Staff Writer November 7, 2024

The fans had lots of hope for championship gold entering the 2024 season for the San Francisco Giants. With big additions to the roster during the off-season acquiring third baseman Matt Chapman, power...

With the recent election of Donald Trump, American River College students will need the resources provided by the college now more than ever. (Photo courtesy of Unsplash/Tim Marshall)

ARC Offers Resources for All Students

The Current Staff November 6, 2024

On November 6, the 2024 presidential election was called for Donald Trump. The Republican candidate who will be sworn into office for a second four-year term this coming year has made hostile remarks toward...

The playlist has all the tunes you want to hear during the Halloween season. (Photo by Ilene Lao)

Songs to ignite your Halloween spirit and keep the celebration going all weekend long

Ilene Lao, Staff Writer November 1, 2024

Halloween is one of the most popular holidays of the year. Many people look forward to dressing up, getting candy or going to a spectacular Halloween bash. When people go out on Halloween, music is what...

 Aerial pictures of Los Angeles (top) and New York City (bottom). (Photo illustration by Laryn Godbold)

A Tale of Coasts: East vs. West

Laryn Godbold, Staff Writer November 1, 2024

The West and East are battling once again. The most notorious matchup was the dispute between West Coast and East Coast hip-hop artists in the mid-1990s, specifically Los Angeles and New York. After 43...

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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