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The Sacramento area offers many different opportunities to make lasting memories this summer. (Photo illustration by Kaitlyn Riley)

10 fun activities to do this summer

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer May 17, 2023

During the summer students have about three months off and after a while they may run out of ideas of fun things to do. If you’re looking for some ideas of summer activities, look no further.   Go...

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...

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...

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,...

After going through the culinary program and working at the Oak Cafe, Justin Covarrubias, a 2017 graduate of American River College, is set to open up his own Filipino inspired food truck. (Photo courtesy of Justin Covarrubias)

ARC graduate Justin Covarrubias to open food truck

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer April 21, 2023

Justin Covarrubias, a 2017 graduate of American River College, grew up eating meals made by his grandmothers, but it wasn’t until they passed away that he started cooking. “I missed their cooking...

The Sacramento Kings will face the Golden State Warriors in game three on April 20 at 7 p.m., ending a 16 season playoff drought. (Photo by Kaitlyn Riley)

Sacramento Kings will make it past the first round of playoffs

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer April 19, 2023

After missing the playoffs for 16 consecutive seasons, the Sacramento Kings ended their playoff drought on March 29 against the Portland Trailblazers. The Kings defeated the Golden State Warriors in...

American River College women’s tennis faced Folsom Lake College on April 5 with ARC coming out as the victor in the Big 8 Conference. Bella Hernandez and Laney Reddick celebrate winning a match against FLC. (Photo by Katie Vance)

ARC women’s tennis team crowned Big 8 Conference champions

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer April 14, 2023

The American River College women’s tennis team wrapped up conference play on April 5 defeating Folsom Lake College 5-0, winning the Big 8 Conference. The Beavers brought their A-game as they kept...

Members of the American River College Current staff attended the Journalism Association of Community College conference in San Francisco, where Heather Amberson, former staff writer Gina Gangursky and the Current staff received awards. (Photo by Kaitlyn Riley)

ARC’s Current staff comes away with four awards at JACC conference

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer April 6, 2023

The Current staff at American River College won four awards at the 2023 Journalism Association of Community College conference for its ability to cover stories and display journalism skills. The conference...

American River College students believe that upgraded maps can help prevent them from getting lost on campus. As of now, students believe the current maps are hard to find and may be suited better in areas that are more frequently visited. (Photo by Kaitlyn Riley)

Students believe more, improved maps are needed around ARC campus

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer April 6, 2023

As students walk around the American River College campus they may notice some maps, but currently some are really small or located in areas of campus that aren’t visited as much. For example, Yadira...

Morgan Wallen released his new album “One Thing At A Time” on March 3. It  features 36 songs. (Photo courtesy of Big Loud Records)

Review: Morgan Wallen’s “One Thing At A Time” seems to be a hit, but doesn’t compare to his last album “Dangerous”

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer March 30, 2023

Morgan Wallen released his new album “One Thing At A Time” on March 3; it features 36 songs and many other country artists. There are many memorable songs on the album, but they don’t compare to...

The rainy conditions are affecting American River College spring sports such as baseball, softball and tennis. Teams are forced to reschedule games and find other ways to practice and stay in shape. (Photo by Kaitlyn Riley)

Rain causes ARC sports to reschedule games

Kaitlyn Riley, Staff Writer March 27, 2023

Due to the storms that have occurred since December, many outdoor sports at American River College have been impacted. Steven Roberson, dean of kinesiology and athletics, said that the sports most affected...

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