The Connection

Online tutoring now available to students during campus closure

Alejandro Barron, Staff Writer

April 13, 2020

Tutoring can be crucial for a student when in need of assistance in a class and even with the transition to online classes, students can still receive tutoring. Instructional assistant for math tutoring, Pedro Rubalcava, knew that this transition was going to be difficult but has seen positive results from students when...

Student reporter Mason White, captures what the newsroom looks like during this pandemic on April 6. White shows that they are practicing social distancing while working.

Los Rios student reporter endures news station changes amid coronavirus

April 6, 2020

During this time of the COVID-19 pandemic, many journalists, producers, reporters and news stations wor...

Professors share time management tips for students during closure

Alejandro Barron, Staff Writer

April 1, 2020

During this transition to online classes, students are looking for a way to adjust to this and finding a way to manage their time well to ensure their success in their classes. For many students that went from face-to-face meetings for class, to now suddenly transitioning to online classes, one of the most important th...

Counseling Department transitions their services online

Austin Scott, Staff Writer

March 30, 2020

As a result of Cosumnes River College suspending face-to-face interaction indefinitely, the counseling department has smoothly transitioned to online in an effort to help students sustain and reach their academic potential. Department Chair of Counseling Ray Mapeso said the department has Virtual Private Network authorizati...

Due to the fear of the COVID-19 shutdown, people are now panic buying and hoarding toilet paper, water bottles, and more.

Hoarding and price gouging are doing significant harm

March 23, 2020

Being a checker at a local grocery store, I’ve had a front row seat to the various reactions people...

Hawk Cares program impacted by shutdown

Jacob Peterson, Staff Writer

March 23, 2020

The various support services provided to Cosumnes River College students via Hawk Cares Program have been impacted by the shutdown of the campus on Wednesday, said Student Life and Leadership Center Supervisor Oscar Mendoza Plascencia. The shutdown has meant the various services under Hawk Cares, such as the food pantry a...

Students are being offered free accounts to digital services in order to continue their school work at home. Starting May 13, Xfinity Wi-Fi will provide that free resource for 60 days.

Free digital services are offered to students during closure

March 23, 2020

Many students are finding it difficult to complete their assignments and access technology at home d...

The campus is vacant in broad daylight on Wednesday March 18. All Los Rios campuses are now closed and have suspended all face-to-face classes.

Faculty prepare to move classes online due to school closure

March 19, 2020

As the nation prepares for COVID-19 to take its course, staff and faculty at Cosumnes River College hustl...

Nutrition Professor helps students prepare for exams

Chris Woodard, Staff Writer

March 16, 2020

A nutrition professor gave a presentation on March 5 to faculty members about preparing students for exams beyond content in the Winn Center. Nutrition Professor Timaree Hagenburger discussed the health issues that affect students' academic performances. She encouraged professors to incorporate wellness activities and tips ...

The meeting was held in order for faculty and instructors to discuss how they will continue classes if the campus does get shut down. They discussed the possibility of moving course work online for students' access, if there is a campus closure.

Faculty meet to discuss instruction in the event of a campus closure

March 10, 2020

Faculty members and administrators met on Tuesday to discuss possible ways to stay connected with stu...

The virus known as Coronavirus, COVID-19, 2019-nCov and 2019 Novel Coronavirus is a respiratory illness. It is being encouraged to stay healthy by washing hands frequently, avoid touching eyes, nose or face and to stay home from school or work if you are sick.

Campus community speaks out on the coronavirus outbreak

March 10, 2020

Talk of coronavirus is all over. Some students are scared or worried, while others are not so concern...

Dr. Sally Roesch Wagner kicks off Women’s History Month by discussing “Fascinating Facts About Women’s Suffrage” to students and faculty. The event consisted of Dr. Wagner’s discussion and book signing as well as an open Q&A for students to participate in on Wednesday in Winn 150.

Guest speaker starts off Women’s History Month events on campus

March 10, 2020

Guest speaker, Dr. Sally Roesch Wagner focused on “Fascinating Facts About Women’s Suffrage” dur...

Professor Alex Peshkoff kicked off the event by introducing the panel of speakers. The speakers discussed the issues that formerly incarcerated students face. The event took place on Wednesday in Winn 150.

OneBook event discusses obstacles faced by incarcerated students

March 10, 2020

Students gathered together to learn about incarcerated students and the impact of mass incarceration fo...

Admission and Records and Business Services were previously located in P-48 and have recently moved into the newly constructed College Center on Thursday.

Admissions and Business Offices move to the new College Center

February 24, 2020

Both the Admissions and Records Office and the Business Services Office moved into the newly constructe...

Every Thursday, the Hawk Cares Program hosts Hawk Spot where students, staff and faculty can go get fresh produce. This is one of many services that the program provides to our CRC community.

Hawk Cares Program supplies basic needs for the CRC community

February 21, 2020

The Hawk Cares Program is a student founded organization that equips the campus community with basic...

Student Tech Desk founded by Benjamin Wingard is located near the library main entrance. The tech desk began in March 2019, it helps students and staff with all of their technical needs.

Student tech desk helps students with their technical needs

February 14, 2020

The Student Tech Desk can help students with all of their technical needs. The student tech desk is availa...

The Student Success Team aims to help provide resources and support to first year students. Staff and faculty in charge are hoping to make school more approachable.

Student success teams hope to support first year students

February 12, 2020

Cosumnes River College faculty and staff members have implemented Student Success Teams to provide extra ...

The Los Rios Police Department sent out a crime bulletin Monday morning regarding an armed robbery incident. It took place near the intersection of Calvine and Center Parkway, just off the CRC campus perimeter.

Crime bulletin released in regards to armed robbery

February 11, 2020

An armed robbery occurred Monday morning approximately at 10:40 a.m. near the South West perimeter o...

The CRC cafeteria, Aramark, was closed due to health and safety issues. A drainage issue led the cafeteria to close their kitchen on Monday.

CRC cafeteria closes kitchen due to drainage issue

February 11, 2020

The cafeteria closed their kitchen on Monday due to a drainage issue that led to health and safety c...

Measure E could improve Los Rios Colleges with facility upgrades

Alejandro Barron, Staff Writer

February 11, 2020

During the March 3 election, voters will decide on Measure E, a legislative bill that would bring $650 mill...

The Dream Center is safe program that provides resources and support to undocumented students on campus. The Dream center is located in the library building in L-125.

Dream Center provides a safe space for undocumented students

February 10, 2020

The Dream Center is a student resource program specifically made for undocumented and mixed status s...