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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

The student voice of American River College since 1955

The American River Current

A student at American River College uses AI tools during class on November 18th, 2025 reflecting how rapidly technology is reshaping modern learning. (Photo by Kayvon Mains)

AI in the Classroom: A threat or a tool?

Kayvon Mains, Staff Writer November 25, 2025

For centuries, learning has been a human-to-human interaction. However, in more recent times, humans have begun teaching machines. And now, we’re letting them teach us back. Using the internet to help...

My laptop resting on with my textbooks and to-do list.

How to have a successful semester

Alexus Hurtado September 5, 2018

The start of a new semester can be stressful and overwhelming, but with organization, determination and focus, students can have a great semester and achieve their academic goals. Keeping procrastination...

Students wait in line at American River College's Starbucks location on Aug. 28, 2018. (Photo by Ashley Hayes-Stone)

To caffeinate or not to caffeinate

Ashley Hayes-Stone August 30, 2018

Coffee is one of the most essential parts of a college student’s lifestyle. It makes powering through those 2 a.m. study sessions and early morning classes possible. Coffee really does play a crucial...

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