The American River Current

ARC women’s basketball team faces rough start

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • November 26, 2012

Head coach J.R. Matsunami focuses on improvement after 1-2 tournament run The American River College women’s basketball team started their season on Nov. 10 at the Cosumnes River College tournament....

DVC gives ARC women’s water polo first conference loss of the season

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • October 24, 2012

The American River College women’s water polo team faced off against Diablo Valley College Oct. 17. With a conference record of 5-0 the women attempted to continue the streak. DVC was able to control...

ARC men’s water polo loses to DVC 12-9

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • October 24, 2012

The men’s water polo team faced off against Diablo Valley College Oct. 17. American River College won the opening sprint to the ball giving them the first offensive possession of the game. Although,...

Women’s cross country shapes up

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • October 10, 2012

The American River College women’s cross-country team took sole possession of the No. 3 ranking in the state, which they had previously shared with Modesto Junior College, after taking third at the NorCal...

ARC’s Oak Café kicks off semester with Greek dishes

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • September 13, 2012

The Oak Café, American River College’s student-run restaurant, opened its doors to customers Sept. 12, three weeks into the fall semester. Chefs and servers hit the ground running, preparing an ever-changing...

Five steps for selling yourself to employers

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • May 3, 2012

If you want a job in this economy, you need to sell yourself. Kolleen Ostegaard, the American River College’s Career Center supervisor, offers advice to job seekers on preparation, presentation and...

Palestinian mother explains difficult life under Israeli rule

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • April 9, 2012

Presenting her side of an ongoing and controversial issue, Palestinian mother Laila El-Haddad spoke during college hour at American River College on March 20. Spending her childhood in Gaza City, El-Haddad...

Former state champion aims for 2012 Olympics

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • February 22, 2012

ARC's ex-track and field star Bracin Walker for upcoming Olympics and expects 'nothing less than gold' Former student and track and field star Bracin Walker trains for the Olympics on American River...

Seasonal drinks: Which ones are worth the calories and cash?

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • November 30, 2011

The seasons have changed and our favorite stores are taking their approach on the holidays by dropping seasonal drinks. To fully embrace the holidays its important remind our pallets what time of year...

‘Couple’ classes: Should you study with your significant other?

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • November 9, 2011

If you ever thought of what it would be like to take some classes with a friend or spouse, you may be surprised by what may come of it. With another person in the equation, you’ll see how your problems...

Cutting coupons could help you save money

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • October 26, 2011

With the economy fluctuating every month and the bills piling up on our kitchen counters, many families and students are looking for a way to save money. And what better way to save than using our once...

Fee hikes are on the horizon for community colleges

Dakota Williams and Dakota Williams • October 11, 2011

California community college students can all thank Gov. Jerry Brown for saving them from a January fee hike. By signing one bill, he is protecting students attending the system’s 112 community colleges....