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An encampment at Sacramento State University takes place in the Library Quad with peaceful protesters displaying multiple signs demanding California State Universities divest from funding Israel. Sac State’s encampment began on April 29 and will remain in place if it continues to be peaceful until May 8, according to the State Hornet.
Student protests are okay, but violence is not
Delilah Hammons, Staff Writer • May 8, 2024

Students have been protesting at college campuses across the United States in support of Palestine and calling on colleges to divest funds that...

Construction workers prepare the infrastructure for the new culinary arts management kitchen, adjacent to the cafeteria on May 7 at Cosumnes River College. The cafeteria and CAM kitchen will be fully operational for spring of 2025, Director Administrative Services Chris Raines said.
Cafeteria projected to open spring 2025, students react
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 8, 2024

The campus cafeteria is estimated to be fully operational by spring 2025, Director of Facilities and Operations Christopher Raines said. Raines...

Cosumnes River College President Dr. Edward Bush cuts the ribbon outside of Building B at the Elk Grove Center on Wednesday. The new facility is a $20 million facility housing classrooms and laboratories for biology, chemistry and other science courses.
Elk Grove Center holds ribbon cutting event, celebrates new science building
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 8, 2024

A new science building officially opened during a ribbon cutting event at the Elk Grove Center on Thursday. Building B is a $20 million...

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TRENDING STORIES
Twenty-nine-year-old Tyre Nichols, who was from Sacramento, was pulled over for reckless driving and was assaulted by Memphis Police officers in Memphis, Tennessee on Jan. 7. Nichols died three days later on Jan. 10 from the assault and five officers are being charged with second-degree murder.

Students voice their thoughts on the death of Tyre Nichols

A Cosumnes River College employee found a dead individual in the parking structure on Tuesday night. The deceased individual was a former CRC student and the campus was on lockdown for over 40 minutes.

Man found dead on campus, died by suicide

The Last of Us TV series premiered on HBO on Jan. 15 and releases a new episode once every week for their nine-episode season. Bella Ramsey as Ellie Williams on the left and Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller.

‘The Last of Us’ is the best video game to TV series adaptation yet

Study finds that college students are addicted to social media and experience withdrawal symptoms similar to substance related addictions. Study also finds that students using seven to 11 social media networks experience depression and anxiety symptoms.

Impact of social media addiction on college students

The Student Senate of the Associated Students of Cosumnes River College at the California State Capitol building on Jan. 27. The leadership team practiced lobbying at the Capitol on lobby day training.

Students learn how to make an impact in student government

Sophomore guard Brandon Scott shooting a shot against Santa Rosa Junior College on Jan. 31. Scott ended the game with 36 minutes played, seven rebounds, 30 points and the game-winning shot.

Basketball guard’s desire for success lands him at CRC

NEWS
Fast food minimum wage raised to $20 in California on April 1. The new law applies to fast food chains with 60 or more locations nationwide.
Students react to new minimum wage for fast food workers
Nadia Balderas, Staff Writer • May 15, 2024
An encampment at Sacramento State University takes place in the Library Quad with peaceful protesters displaying multiple signs demanding California State Universities divest from funding Israel. Sac State’s encampment began on April 29 and will remain in place if it continues to be peaceful until May 8, according to the State Hornet.
Student protests are okay, but violence is not
Delilah Hammons, Staff Writer • May 8, 2024
Construction workers prepare the infrastructure for the new culinary arts management kitchen, adjacent to the cafeteria on May 7 at Cosumnes River College. The cafeteria and CAM kitchen will be fully operational for spring of 2025, Director Administrative Services Chris Raines said.
Cafeteria projected to open spring 2025, students react
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 8, 2024
FEATURES
Athletic Director Collin Pregliasco stands in the athletic department’s office at Cosumnes River College, talking with a colleague on May 14. Pregliasco has been the director of athletics and dean of kinesiology, health and athletics since 2017.
Athletic program flourishes due to director’s work ethic
Zachary Styant-Browne, Staff Writer • May 15, 2024
Tom Brady, former quarterback for the New England Patriots, gets roasted live on Netflix at the Kia Forum on May 5. The three-hour long special was featured live on Netflix, hosted by actor and comedian Kevin Hart.
Offensive or Hilarious? Why the roast of Tom Brady was comedy gold
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 15, 2024
Construction workers prepare the infrastructure for the new culinary arts management kitchen, adjacent to the cafeteria on May 7 at Cosumnes River College. The cafeteria and CAM kitchen will be fully operational for spring of 2025, Director Administrative Services Chris Raines said.
Cafeteria projected to open spring 2025, students react
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 8, 2024
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Tom Brady, former quarterback for the New England Patriots, gets roasted live on Netflix at the Kia Forum on May 5. The three-hour long special was featured live on Netflix, hosted by actor and comedian Kevin Hart.
Offensive or Hilarious? Why the roast of Tom Brady was comedy gold
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 15, 2024
Students participate in the Drop a Pen creative writing workshop, hosted by 916 Ink, a Sacramento non-profit committed to empowering youth through literature. Sacramento Poet Laureate Andru Defeye, the official poet of Sacramento (right), stands and talks to students about the project.
Nonprofit hosts storytelling workshop, offers chance to be published
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 1, 2024
Twenty-year-old business and art major James Louie bases all three of his art pieces for the juried exhibition on a prehistoric theme, focusing on recreating dinosaurs in a scientifically accurate way. The exhibition is running from April 18 through May 9 in the art gallery at Cosumnes River College, 12-4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, according to their website.
Annual student art exhibition has opening ceremony
Zachary Styant-Browne, Staff Writer • April 28, 2024
SPORTS
Sophomore pitcher Anjalina Dahdouh prepares for a pitch against the Sierra College Wolverines at home on April 12. The Hawks face the Cypress College Chargers in the California Community College Athletics Association State Championship on May 16 in Saratoga, Calif. at 8 p.m.
Softball makes state championship appearance after nearly a decade
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 15, 2024
Athletic Director Collin Pregliasco stands in the athletic department’s office at Cosumnes River College, talking with a colleague on May 14. Pregliasco has been the director of athletics and dean of kinesiology, health and athletics since 2017.
Athletic program flourishes due to director’s work ethic
Zachary Styant-Browne, Staff Writer • May 15, 2024
Sutter Health Park is the home field for the Sacramento River Cats, a minor league baseball team. The ballpark is preparing to host the Athletics for the 2025-2027 seasons.
Bay Area baseball team moves to Sacramento, students react
Zachary Styant-Browne, Staff Writer • April 22, 2024
OPINION
An encampment at Sacramento State University takes place in the Library Quad with peaceful protesters displaying multiple signs demanding California State Universities divest from funding Israel. Sac State’s encampment began on April 29 and will remain in place if it continues to be peaceful until May 8, according to the State Hornet.
Student protests are okay, but violence is not
Delilah Hammons, Staff Writer • May 8, 2024
The Connection Features Editor Idalys Aguirre sits in the cockpit of the plane with the pilot holding a postcard after her first flight. The Connection Staff attended the Associated Collegiate Press National College Media Conference in La Jolla, San Diego on March 7.
First time flier: How journalism gave me wings
Idalys Aguirre, Staff Writer • April 3, 2024
A Sacramento Regional Transit light rail runs from Cosumnes River College to Watt and I/80 on the SacRT Blue Line. Light rails depart from the CRC station every 15 minutes between 5 a.m. and midnight on weekdays.
The Universal Transit Pass, a hidden gem for Los Rios students
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • January 24, 2024
CAMPUS LIFE
Construction workers prepare the infrastructure for the new culinary arts management kitchen, adjacent to the cafeteria on May 7 at Cosumnes River College. The cafeteria and CAM kitchen will be fully operational for spring of 2025, Director Administrative Services Chris Raines said.
Cafeteria projected to open spring 2025, students react
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 8, 2024
Cosumnes River College President Dr. Edward Bush cuts the ribbon outside of Building B at the Elk Grove Center on Wednesday. The new facility is a $20 million facility housing classrooms and laboratories for biology, chemistry and other science courses.
Elk Grove Center holds ribbon cutting event, celebrates new science building
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 8, 2024
Students participate in the Drop a Pen creative writing workshop, hosted by 916 Ink, a Sacramento non-profit committed to empowering youth through literature. Sacramento Poet Laureate Andru Defeye, the official poet of Sacramento (right), stands and talks to students about the project.
Nonprofit hosts storytelling workshop, offers chance to be published
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • May 1, 2024

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