Latisha Gibson, Connection Staff
November 1, 2012
As a college student, one is constantly on the go. Some are full time students, others work and have active social lives.
Because of this thoughts of fitness are often furthest from the mind.
With a full plate, how many college students are willing to schedule time to work out at the gym or even at home?
Unlike high...
Ariel Hevesi, Connection Staff
November 1, 2012
Students and faculty of Cosumnes River College work together to take charge of current issues and improve the world we live in, one responsibility at a time.
The CRC Social Responsibility Committee focuses on “hot issues right now,” said SRC Chair and English as a Second Language professor Sandra Carter. “We bring up iss...
Ariel Hevesi, Connection Staff
October 17, 2012
The words “thought-provoking” come to mind, said 20-year-old anthropology and ethnic major Khaalis Jahal, as he admires the “unity” of the brave faces that line the campus library walls.Red hair pushed to one side, the words “skin and bones” run across a student’s collarbone. Coach Sage looks to the side with “s...
Scott Redmond, Connection Staff
October 4, 2012
Riding public transportation free of charge is a well-known perk of a Los Rios student ID, but there are a lot more available if you look in the right places:
Yogurt cravings can lead right to Yogurtville Lounge off Bruceville where students can enjoy a cool 20 percent discount on a yogurt purchase.
In the mood for burritos...
Brittany Patrick, Connection Staff
September 24, 2012
Passionate brush strokes, intriguing angles and an infectious buzz filled the streets of downtown Sacramento for the Capital Artists’ Studio Tour.
Beginning in 2006 CAST, put on by the Center for Contemporary Art, has grown from a small number of art studios showcasing work to over 150 participating members.
The event is...
Ariel Hevesi, Connection Staff
September 24, 2012
Man Phan sips his iced coffee while sporting a crisp button up shirt, slacks and gelled back hair. It’s another typical Monday morning in his office.
However, business Professor Phan’s days were not always so typical. He grew up carrying buckets of well water to and from his village as a part of his daily life.
“Coming...
Ashley Boucher, Features / Arts & Entertainment Editor
September 24, 2012
A once “knucklehead kid” who first arrived at Cosumnes River College intimidated, Torence Powell found his way back to the college that pushed him towards the right path.
Even with a supportive family to go home to each day, Powell had managed to get into trouble as a kid.
“In the 90s, it was pretty bad,” Powell s...
Jonathan Rich, Connection Staff
September 24, 2012
Over a year in planning, the cooperation of over 40 different agencies came together with one woman’s idea to spread awareness and education to students on health and welfare.
Carmella Henderson, Cosumnes River College peer health educator, is that woman and the host of the CRC Fall 2012 Health Resource Fair held at the...
May 4, 2012
Summer is quickly approaching and we’re all anxious to take a break from school and work. What’s...
May 2, 2012
With a week left before finals begin, students are getting ready to start their summer breaks.
Some are...
April 18, 2012
Before Edebiri founded the I Am Happy organization, he remembers how an economic recession in 2009 caus...
Josh Lee, Connection Staff
April 18, 2012
The final installment of the popular “American Pie” movie franchise came to an end on April 6 when...
Zach Hannigan, Connection Staff
March 29, 2012
The plucking of a guitar string and the singing of a note has always struck a chord with Cosumnes River College student Jake Langstaff.
The 18-year-old music major is working his way into the Sacramento music scene and beyond.
“My absolute dream would be to make a living in music,” Langstaff said. “I can’t see ...
Zach Hannigan, Connection Staff
March 29, 2012
Cosumnes River College student Christopher Bruton, 22, has always been inspired by the idea of film and cinema.The directing and writing film major enjoys the process that goes into making a film and wants to make people think.
“I can’t draw, so the only way of me being creative is through photography,” he said. “I...
Zach Hannigan, Connection Staff
March 29, 2012
With every stroke of a pen, Cosumnes River College student Afton Kern slowly creates works of art.The 21-year-old anthropology major uses her art to show a new or different perspective on age-old questions or debates.
“There is always something new to be found in art,” Kern said. “People become too fixated on copying othe...
March 29, 2012
On March 5, I submitted my request for an invitation to Pinterest, a relatively new social networking site, and started lookin...
Carlo Dela Cruz, Connection Staff
March 15, 2012
Bay Area band Ceremony broke out of the underground punk scene for their angst-filled intensity but then ventured off for a more mature and focused with their newest album
Fans of Ceremony know that they gradually changed their sound. They evolve their sound, with every album, by looking back at older variants of punk rock.
Originally,...
March 15, 2012
If you’re looking for a nice warm bowl of noodle soon on a rainy or windy day or want a refreshing...
Tammi Kolesinski, Connection Staff
March 15, 2012
All-you-can-eat pizza, pasta and salad bar at a bargain price is the draw to Pizza Pleezz, a family restaurant...
March 1, 2012
Camico McKnight was insecure about her health. But instead of hiding it, she decided to make her ins...
March 1, 2012
Construction on Cosumnes River College’s future parking garage has had immediate effects on studen...
