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Full time employees in the Los Rios district have benefited the most from the new contract proposals while part-time employees don’t receive those benefits. The campaign for Family Workplace Justice previously attended a March 8 Board of Trustees meeting to advocate for better staff benefits at the Los Rios District Office. (Photo courtesy of Sara Smith)

LRCCD full-time faculty receive workplace benefits at the cost of part-time faculty

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer • May 15, 2023

The campaign for Family Workplace Justice spent time advocating for better benefits for all Los Rios staff this year. The contract agreement was settled on April 28 and wasn’t as beneficial as staff...

The LRCCD will be going back to charging for parking permits in the fall 2023 semester. If they truly want to limit barriers for students they should continue to offer free parking. (Photo illustration by Jeralynn Querubin)

The LRCCD should keep student parking free

The Current Staff • May 11, 2023

During the spring 2020 semester, the COVID-19 pandemic forced everything to shut down, which meant that students, staff and faculty had to work remotely. Because of this, the Los Rios Community College...

Head pieces designed by Tracey Benedict along with a dress designed by Thomas Gatewood at the Kaneko Gallery on April 4, 2023. (Photo by Jeralynn Querubin)

ARC fashion department students take on the Kaneko Gallery

Jeralynn Querubin, Staff Writer • May 11, 2023

Despite the fashion department’s decision to hold an annual fashion show, the creativity continues to flow. Two American River College students, Tracey Benedict and Thomas Gatewood, showcased their curated...

Art Lapierre sits at his piano after the ensembles rehearsal May 3. (Photo by Shy Bell)

ARC’s vocal jazz ensemble’s upcoming performance is the last for semester

Shy Bell, Staff Writer • May 11, 2023

American River College’s vocal jazz ensemble will perform its last show of the semester on May 10 at ARC’s theater. Not only is this the last show this semester, but it is also the last official show...

“Call Me If You Get Lost: The Estate Sale” by Tyler, The Creator, released on March 31. (Photo courtesy of Columbia Records)

Tyler, The Creator picks up where he left off in “Call Me If You Get Lost: The Estate Sale”

Matthew Soderlund, Staff Writer • May 11, 2023

Tyler, The Creator adds to his 2021 Grammy winning album “Call Me If You Get Lost,” with “Call Me If You Get Lost: The Estate Sale,” which features eight brand new tracks packed with noteworthy...

“I’d say I get seven hours of sleep on a daily basis. It’s definitely beneficial when I get enough sleep, but the times that I don’t I feel like it’s a wasted day because my cognitive function goes down. It feels like brain fog.” - Rebecca Hughey | Psychology Major

Campus Pulse: How does sleep affect your studies?

Shy Bell, Staff Writer • May 7, 2023

Stepping away from your computer for a few minutes or getting a workout in before class can be beneficial to your academic performance. Even studying or reading while working out or doing yoga can help promote concentration. (Photo illustration by Kaitlyn Riley)

Staying active can help students improve academic outcome

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer • May 7, 2023

Getting up and being active, whether that’s going for a walk or riding a bike, can help improve your grades. From personal experience whenever I work out, I always have more motivation and I am able...

With an estimate of 150 million Americans using TikTok, the U.S. governments attempt to ban the app stirs controversy among users. (Photo via Pixabay)

The government is trying to ban TikTok, but is it really necessary?

Jeralynn Querubin, Staff Writer • May 5, 2023

In December 2022, President Joe Biden signed a bill to ban TikTok on government-owned devices. According to an article by ABC News, government officials are concerned about data breaches and privacy regarding...

The campaign for Family Workplace Justice attended a boards of trustees meeting on March 8 at the Los Rios District Office. They have received a third of the signatures needed for a petition calling to improve workplace benefits. (Photo courtesy of Sara Smith)

Faculty at ARC urge equality or flexibility for workplace leave

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer • May 5, 2023

The Campaign for Family Workplace Justice originated at American River College, but now is advocating for fully paid parental leave, family leave and medical leave for all Los Rios faculty. Lori Beccarelli,...

American River College’s Associated Student Body deliberates ways to implement new fees for funding during the April 21 meeting. (Photo by Shy Bell)

ARC’s ASB discusses possible increase in student fees

Shy Bell, Staff Writer • May 4, 2023

American River College’s Associated Student Body discussed raising the student representation fee during its meeting on April 21.  In the silent boardroom, the student senate—which was missing...

American River College’s new president is Lisa Cardoza. (Photo courtesy of Sacramento State/Andrea Price)

ARC announces new president

Lorraine Barron, Managing Editor • May 2, 2023

On April 28, Lisa Cardoza was announced as the new president of American River College in an email from Brian King, chancellor of the Los Rios Community College District.  According to the email, the...

Student elections are being held on eServices through April 26. Voting is available from 5 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. (Photo by Heather Amberson)

Voting for student elections now open

Heather Amberson, Editor-in-Chieff • April 26, 2023

The spring 2023 student elections for the Los Rios Community College District are being held through April 26 and can be done through eServices. Voting will be available from 5 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.  According...

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