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Using two hand weights, Cleveland Braswell executes rotating punches during a three-part circuit workout during the Boot Camp Fitness class at American River College. (Photo by Emily K. Rabasto)

Take This Class: Fitns 331 Boot Camp Fitness

Natasha Honeywood and Natasha Honeywood • December 3, 2013

There is a class on campus that will push students to their absolute limits and challenge them mentally and physically. Rain or shine, Fitns 331: Boot Camp Fitness can be found in the main gym or outside,...

Music in stereo, without the types

Cintia Lopez and Cintia Lopez • December 3, 2013

Classical, folk, country, rock, pop, punk, metal, pop-punk, punk-rock, dub-step, hip-hop, rap. Each genre is different, and yet subtly the same when heard with an open mind and an ear. Music, like other...

In the library stands a special tree, which has a lot of meaning to it. American River College is giving students a chance to give back. This tree is meant to gain donations of gifts and clothing to the Sacramento Childrens Home. More information about what can be done to bestow gifts is available at the front desk of the library.

Photo of the day 12-02-13

Brandon Nelson and Brandon Nelson • December 2, 2013

In the library stands a special tree, which has a lot of meaning to it. American River College is giving students a chance to give back. This tree is meant to gain donations of gifts and clothing to the...

The front of the Student Center, which is usually bustling with activity, appears empty as students prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday. “They should extend it (the holiday) so you get the day off at least,” said Jaclyn Spruitenburg, a mathematics major. Photo by Brittini Burns

Photo of the Day 11-27-13

Brittini Burns and Brittini Burns • November 27, 2013

The front of the Student Center, which is usually bustling with activity, appears empty as students prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday.  “They should extend it (the holiday) so you get the day off...

Sactown is a good place to live

Brittini Burns and Brittini Burns • November 26, 2013

Sacramento ranks 16 on the Livability Index: The Best U.S. Cities For People 35 and Under, according to Vocativ.com. This study took into account areas such as unemployment rates, average rent and factors...

American River College students look on as fellow ARC scholar Tim Defazio performs his song “Christ Over Money” at Club Day. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, he performs the song with the purpose of giving God honor and glory. He is thankful to be blessed with the gift to make such music so he wanted to share his message with the American River community.

Photo of the day 11-21-13

Brandon Nelson and Brandon Nelson • November 21, 2013

American River College students look on as fellow ARC scholar Tim Defazio performs his song “Christ Over Money” at Club Day. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, he performs the song with the...

The winter season is rapidly approaching the American River College campus. The skies are grey and cloudy, and the streets are slick with fallen rain. Students start to bundle up as the rain hit school grounds all day. Those on campus could be seen all over tacking cover and hiding from the rain in the breezeways, under overhangs and in the student center. The showers are supposed to last until tomorrow.

Photo of the day 11-20-13

Walter Jones and Walter Jones • November 20, 2013

The winter season is rapidly approaching the American River College campus. The skies are grey and cloudy, and the streets are slick with fallen rain. Students start to bundle up as the rain hit school...

Taylor Zirbel, Faydra Acker and Kayla Reeser, all early education majors, collect coats and canned goods on behalf of the ARC teaching club and Student California Teacher’s Association for Cameron Ranch Elementary School. They will be outside the ARC library all this week from 12 a.m.-4 p.m.

Photo of the day 11-19-13

Brandon Nelson and Brandon Nelson • November 19, 2013

Taylor Zirbel, Faydra Acker and Kayla Reeser, all early education majors, collect coats and canned goods on behalf of the ARC teaching club and Student California Teacher’s Association for Cameron Ranch...

Mexican Oreos are soft, cinnamon-spiced Mexican Chocolate wafers with buttercream filling, pictured here with a trail mix cookie.

May we take your order?

Brooke Purves and Brooke Purves • November 18, 2013

The American River College Oak Cafe bakery, located in the award-winning culinary arts department, offers a wide range of delightful comestibles. Student-run, the bakery provides a venue by which those...

Jon “pleaserawr” Mose, a new art media major, and Michael “big mike” Shaynyuk, a business major, practices yo-yo skills outside the ARC Student Center on Mondays and Wednesdays. Mose has been practicing yo-yo tricks for nine years, and Shaynyuk has been practicing for two years. (Photo by Michael Pacheco)

Photo of the day 11-18-13

Michael Pacheco and Michael Pacheco • November 18, 2013

Jon “pleaserawr” Mose, a new art media major, and Michael “big mike” Shaynyuk, a business major, practices yo-yo skills outside the ARC Student Center on Mondays and Wednesdays. Mose has been practicing...

Engineering and web design major Gabriel Hernandez has a misspelled tattoo on his chest and is in the process of covering it. (Photo by Kameron Schmid)

DC proposed legislation means waiting period for tattoos

Brooke Purves, Kameron Schmid, Kameron Schmid, and Brooke Purves • November 18, 2013

By Brooke Purves and Kameron Schmid Health Department officials plan to help you control your body art The Washington D.C. Health Department has proposed draft legislation that would require a 24-hour...

Starbucks has started its holiday campaign, which is resulting in long lines. It has drinks themed to fit the holiday season as well as coffee mugs and Christmas tree ornaments for sale. Holiday themed drinks for sale include the Caramel Brulee Latte, Peppermint Mocha, Gingerbread Latte and the Eggnog Latte.

Photo of the Day 11-14-13

Brandon Nelson and Brandon Nelson • November 14, 2013

Starbucks has started its holiday campaign, which is resulting in long lines. It has drinks themed to fit the holiday season as well as coffee mugs and Christmas tree ornaments for sale. Holiday themed...

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