Takara Campbell, Connection Staff
September 29, 2011
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Studying abroad has been described as a life changing experience and a opportunity one simply cannot pass up. However, studying abroad is something that many students dream of, but only few actually get to do.Each semester, a different school in the Los Rios district gets an opportunity to host a study abroad trip. This seme...
Maggie Cabrey, Connection Staff
September 23, 2011
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From late nights of finishing papers and 32 ounce coffee drinks, the stressful life of a college student can often lead to bad habits that can be detrimental to ones health.
“I drink a lot of coffee,” said Shirley Ann Jitarun, a 27-year-old political science major. “First I’m used to it. Second it keeps me alert in the...
September 21, 2011
The newly renovated Cosumnes River College cafeteria, also known as the Rio Bistro is back and creating...
Ashley Boucher, Connection Staff
September 21, 2011
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The college experience comes with more than just long hours of studying and partying, unfortunately students face health concerns such as anxiety, fatigue, unhealthy nutrition or the ever-lasting cold. However, with Student Health 101 students can be prepared and better their knowledge of a variety of health concerns.
“Studen...
Tammi Kolesinski, Connection Staff
September 15, 2011
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Students met for a musical presentation and orientation for the Composer’s Collective, a meeting of the minds for composers and vocalists put on by the Cosumnes River College Composition Club, at CRC on Aug. 31 introducing Ann Moss.
Faculty advisor, Kurt Erickson, and Ann Moss, soprano and guest Artist in Residence from ...
September 15, 2011
Many students endured the sun during the Textbook Scholarship Drawing, waiting and hoping to be one of...
Holly Sanderson, Connection Staff
September 1, 2011
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There are numerous equations which factor into the obstacles the average college student faces. Students not only are required to divide their time wisely between studies, social life and work in order to succeed, but must also face the pressures of affording an education. Affording a class does not stop at paying for the ...
Maggie Cabrey, Connection Staff
August 31, 2011
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With many Cosumnes River College students having busy schedules, it’s important that they are aware of the on-campus options to quench their thirst and feed their hunger. One of those options is the Hungry Hawk.
The Hungry Hawk is the CRC food truck that’s located between the campus police building and gymn...
Ashley Boucher, Connection Staff
August 31, 2011
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It’s the start of the college year and many students have purchased or decided whether a laptop or a tablet will accompany them throughout the semester.
Laptops are full powered computers that are portable, have full screens and keyboards. They hold a larger amount of storage and memory space, but this can cause a shorter...
August 29, 2011
If you reserved your excitement to avoid disappointment for the highly anticipated Jay Z and Kanye...
Daniel Newport, Connection Staff
May 6, 2011
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A lot has changed from the 70’s. From the Bee Gees, The Flock of Seagulls, and to Nirvana, American culture has developed in a kaleidoscope of variety. A huge green movement sparked in the ‘70s, and causing more people to become more environmentally friendly, carrying on through the ‘80s and ‘90s and really paralleling...
May 6, 2011
Over 60 students, faculty, family and friends joined in celebration of kinesiology professor Travis Parker’s...
Carlo Dela Cruz, Connection Staff
May 6, 2011
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With summer approaching, some of the most anticipated films of the year are being prepared for release, including sequels and numerous comic book adaptations.
A majority of films being released this summer are based on comic books.
Marvel Comics continues their “X-Men” series with prequel ‘First Class’ detailing...
David Obisanya, Connection Staff
May 6, 2011
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“Love is, or is not”. These words have become the slogan of True life Stories’ purpose and power in its open and honest discussion of love and all of its various forms and pitfalls.
“Love is something we all deal with, and we all have problems with. It becomes a question mark in people’s minds a lot”, said writer...
