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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...

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,...

 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...

American River College Homepage posts voter resources and encourages constituents to vote (Screenshot courtesy of ARC website)

2024 Voter Guide and Ballot Assistance

Anne Biebl, Staff Writer and Copy Editor October 28, 2024

With just one week remaining until the California general elections, students at American River College have a chance to vote on the next president, local government officials and on crucial issues impacting...

A beautiful and lively floral arrangement taken on October 10, 2024. (Photo by Khushi Salgia)

The People Behind the Floral Sales

Khushi Salgia, Staff Writer October 27, 2024

Fall is a time for cozying up and staying in as the weather gets colder. One way to make the fall and winter more colorful and lively this year is to get a bouquet from the Floral Sale, which takes place...

Food, games and other activities are available to students during American River College’s Club Day, pictured here on Oct. 3. 2023 (File Photo)

ARC hosts Club Day Oct. 16

Laryn Godbold, Staff Writer October 12, 2024

American River College will host its bi-annual Club Day on Oct.16 in the STEM quad area, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., where clubs will showcase their clubs and all they have to offer. According to Club and...

Harvey Woo was hired on Aug. 1 and says he takes great pleasure in serving the four local community colleges in the district (Photo courtesy of American River College)

Los Rios District hires new chief of police, Harvey Woo

Anne Biebl, Staff Writer and Copy Editor October 12, 2024

The Los Rios Community College District has four major campuses and six learning centers, serving 70,000 students across the Sacramento area, according to the Los Rios website. The district has been searching...

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