Celebrate Pride Month

June is Pride Month. This month-long celebration demonstrates how Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Americans have strengthened our country by using their talent and creativity to help create awareness and goodwill. The history and legacy of LGBTQ individuals can be explored on the Library of Congress website.

Welcome to Summer!

The Summer 2024 session officially begins today, Monday, June 10. You can see the start and end dates for all summer terms, holidays, and more on the Academic Calendar webpage. 

Dates and Deadlines

Looking for the latest academic dates and deadlines?

• Deadline to Add/Drop Classes
• Academic Calendar and Holidays
• Enrollment Dates for Upcoming Semesters

Hours and Virtual Fridays at American River College During Summer

The college summer hours from Monday, May 27 to Friday, August 2 will be: 

• Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 am – 7:00 pm (In Person)
• Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Virtual)

ARC will continue the successful summer Virtual Fridays initiative from last year. From May 31, through August 2, 2024, all college offices and service areas will be fully open and on-ground Monday through Thursday, with Fridays designated as remote work days for applicable employees.

All offices and service areas will resume fully on-ground operations from Monday through Friday starting August 5, 2024.

Let's continue providing exceptional service to our students, whether in-person or remotely!

Website Updates and Publicity

Do you need to update your hours of operation, change some service information, or share the word about an event or great story? You can get support from the communications team by completing the Marketing and Website Support Request form! Help us keep information flowing by reviewing your pages for accurate information and sharing things you think the campus community should hear.

Parking Update

Just a friendly reminder: Parking regulations will remain in effect throughout the 2024 Summer semester. Remember, all drivers parking on campus are required to display parking permits. To avoid any inconvenience, be sure to plan ahead and secure your parking permit in advance. Your preparation will ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience during your time on campus.

Emergency Resources

To ensure you receive critical emergency notifications, make sure your contact information is up-to-date. Login to Employee Self Service, click “Employee Information,” and then “Emergency Alert Information.” You will then be able to update your information including your cell phone number and non-work email. Also, check out the Los Rios Police Department website for Emergency Procedures, including what to do if a shelter-in-place happens on campus.

Bookstore Contacts

Please note that we have new contacts at the college bookstores, and take a moment to update your contact lists. 

Course Materials Contact: Rachel Glasgow 

ARC: Carolyn Evans

SCC: Lydia Bouzida 

CRC: Levi Ainsworth 

FLC: Lydia Bouzida 

Store phone number for all four locations is (916) 525-8400

Jobs and Internships on Handshake

Encourage students to activate or update their profile and resume in Handshake, the online career search platform where Los Rios students and alumni can find job, internship, and volunteer opportunities, and can sign-up for virtual career fairs, online workshops, and employer events.

Student Highlight

Congratulations to Emilio Madrigal Mendoza for receiving a four-year scholarship to Duke University! Emilio, who is finishing high school at San Juan High School, has also been taking dual enrollment courses at American River College for the past year. He was recently profiled by the Sacramento Bee, sharing the story of his immigration to the United States just four years ago and his perseverance in pursuing his education.

Faculty Spotlight

GIS program coordinator Dr. Hugh Howard is the co-author of the fourth edition of Thematic Cartography and Geovisulization which was recently reviewed by Daniel G. Cole from the Smithsonian Institution.

“Overall, to my mind, this impressive book stands far above any other cartographic textbook available. I recommend it as required reading for every GIS/cartographic program across academia”