The Connection

Hu Wai Xu shares the long history of his name in L-105 on April 11.

English professor explores the origin in a name

May 7, 2018

Trang Abeid’s English as a Second Language Writing class held the event “The Meaning Behind My Name�...

Math and English placements to be re-evaluated

May 2, 2018

The Los Rios Community College District have implemented a new method on placement testings for placi...

Six dogs and three kittens are going to be up for adoption on Sunday, May 29.

Dogs and cats up for adoption to support Vet Tech Program

April 25, 2018

The Cosumnes River College Veterinary Technology Program will be hosting Pet Adoption Day this Sunday fr...

Professor Michael Strong educates students on alternative options of energy sources.

Professor outlines possibilities for other sources of energy

April 23, 2018

Physics and Astronomy Professor Michael Strong presented the “Energy for the United States: A Path t...

Students performed dances and recited poetry to a room full of spectators on Feb. 11.

Asian Pacific Islander cultural event showcases ethnic diversity

April 17, 2018

Cosumnes River College held its first Asian Pacific-Islander event that showcased a variety of student...

African American students honored during awards night

Arnoldo Fernandes, Staff Writer

March 12, 2018

Students of African descent were celebrated for their academic proficiency at the Cosumnes River College Recital Hall “Scholars in the Making” event on Feb. 29. Student personnel assistant for Extended Opportunity Programs and Services Aujonique Dismukes moderated the 19 Annual Honors & Awards night ceremony honoring...

Actress visits film class to give students a glimpse into the world of horror movies

November 26, 2017

Film Professor Mark Steensland invited special guest actress Barbara Crampton to his Film Genre clas...

The band Scatter Their Own performs at the Native Night Concert at Cosumnes River College on Nov. 17.

Native Night Concert showcases Native American heritage through music and dance

November 22, 2017

Four Native American acts performed live on Friday night at the Native Night Concert on Friday, as par...

Veterans attend event hosted by The Veteran's Resource Center in honor of them.

Campus event celebrates veterans with games, treats and fun

November 14, 2017

The Veterans Resource Center put on an amazing event for the Cosumnes River College veterans and th...

Theater department’s production of ‘Chicago’ set to ‘Razzle Dazzle’ audiences

November 14, 2017

The hit musical “Chicago” is coming to Cosumnes River College thanks to the collaboration of the mus...

Students gather at The Sacramento History Museum's table to learn about Sacramento's past at the Anthropology Expo at Cosumnes River College on Oct. 27.

Local anthropological society showcased at expo

October 30, 2017

The annual Anthropology Expo was hosted by Cosumnes River College this year and featured different ven...

David Keller performs with the Sacramento Baroque Soloists on Oct. 9.

Sacramento Baroque Soloists team up with the music department for a fun-filled performance

October 18, 2017

A night of music and fun overtook the Recital Hall as the Sacramento Baroque Soloists performed along...

Student Body President Halimeh Edais discusses the proposal of a meditation room for students during an Academic Senate meeting on Friday.

New student body president promises to speak for the students

October 18, 2017

Full-time student, president of the Muslim Student Association and student ambassador Halimeh Edais adde...

Asian art exhibition features family heirlooms full of history

A Japanese friendship doll on display at the Asian Art Exhibition at Cosumnes River College running from Sept. 25 to Oct. 4.

Elizabeth Rodriguez, Staff

October 4, 2017

Over at the Cosumnes River College Art Gallery, an array of art was displayed as part of an Asian Art Exhibit...

Students browse various university representatives at Transfer Day on Sept. 19.

Transfer Day offers students a chance to get their transfer questions answered

October 3, 2017

Transfer Day is an opportunity for students of all levels and majors to get a taste of their options...

New students learn best tips on how to achieve academic success in college

Artemus Steele, Staff

September 20, 2017

It’s the start of a new fall semester, and that means there are new incoming students. That being said, here are a few things new students should know. As new students, it's a good idea to get acquainted with the campus and its various services, such as counselors, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services and various ...

Counseling pop-ups bring counseling services directly to students

John Cabales, Staff

September 19, 2017

Counselors at Cosumnes River College are trying new and innovative ways to get students to come in and see them. One of those ways are what they call “counselor pop-ups” The idea of doing pop-ups was created by Christopher Torres, a Student Success and Support Program, or Triple SP, counselor. Torres said that when ...

Professor Trang Abeid with her English as a second language students after speeches were given.

No shame in a cultural name

April 18, 2017

As part of of Asian-Pacific American Heritage week, held earlier this month, English as a Second Lang...

Students share their appreciation of campus resources

Steven Bryla, Staff

April 5, 2017

Cosumnes River College offers a wide variety of clubs and events going on its campus. Student opinions on the different opportunities that the campus is able to offer compares to what the student body looks for in attending the right college environment for them. For example, the campaign for the student election began ...

Campus crimes are a reminder to be cautious

Missy Amaya and Justin Cordero

March 21, 2017

As emailed bulletins about crimes committed at Cosumnes River College circulate, students have begun to realize that they should be more cautious when alone on campus. Many college students, especially freshmen, like to believe that the campus is a completely safe place where nothing bad can happen to them. Most of them are shoc...

Theatre production of ‘Arcadia’ is filled with chemistry

Jannah Khalil, Staff

March 21, 2017

In their first production of the semester, the Cosumnes River College theatre department presents a successful performance of Tom Sheppard’s “Arcadia.” “Arcadia” takes place in Sidley Park, an English country estate, and fluctuates between the past and present to tell the story of what occurred at the estate year...