September 9, 2022

Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month

Each year, we observe National Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively.

Mental Health and Wellness Workshops

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Our mission this month as a Los Rios community is to R.I.S.E. together. R.I.S.E stands for Reducing stigma, Increasing awareness, Strengthening resolve, and Elevating over the obstacles that can weigh us down. When we R.I.S.E. as a community, it supports us all as “sticks in a bundle are unbreakable” (African proverb).

This month, join the Los Rios Center for Mental Health and Wellness team for three workshop opportunities. These workshops will focus on coping with stress, mindfulness, and gaining skills to support yourself or those you love who may be at higher risk for suicide. Click on the workshop title for more information and the Zoom link.

Seeking Wellness 

Friday, September 16, 3:00 to 4:30 pm

Join us as we explore Indigenous forms of healing, coping, and thriving. Facilitated by LaTisha Lintag, LMFT.

Rising Above the Risk

Friday, September 23, 3:00 to 4:30 pm 

Learn how to support ourselves and those we love who may be at higher risk for suicide and self-harm. Facilitated by Chase Moore, Ed.D.

Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Training

Friday, September 30, 12:00 to 1:30 pm 

Learn how to recognize the warning signs of suicide, offer hope, get help, and save a life. Facilitated by certified QPR instructor Colby Arguelles, LCSW.

Fall Tutoring

The Learning Resource Center (LRC) is offering expanded in-person and online hours for tutoring, in a wide variety of subjects. All of our tutoring is open to all enrolled ARC students free of charge.

Students can easily access virtual tutoring by visiting arc.craniumcafe.com and logging in with their campus credentials.

Tutoring Hours ONLINE:

Sundays: 5:00 to 9:00 pm

Mondays: 12:00 to 6:00 pm

Tuesdays: 12:00 to 8:00 pm

Wednesdays: 12:00 to 6:00 pm

Thursdays: 12:00 to 6:00 pm

Tutoring Hours IN-PERSON at the LRC:

Tuesdays: 12:00 to 4:00 pm

Wednesdays: 12:00 to 4:00 pm

For a list of courses and subjects we currently tutor, please visit the Learning Resource Center Tutorial Center website.

Constitution Day

Constitution Day is commemorated each year on September 17, the date on which the founding fathers signed the document in 1787. You can learn more about the founders, the formation of the constitution, and read the text online at the National Archives website.

ARC's Student Senate and Club and Events Board will be hosting activities on Thursday, September 15, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Center for Leadership & Development inside the Student Center. Test your knowledge of the Constitution, register to vote in the upcoming November elections, and learn about student leadership opportunities.

Don't forget that you can also register to vote at any time on the CA Secretary of State website. 

New LRPD Uniforms

The Los Rios Police Department (LRPD) has changed its uniforms, with the goal of making officers more approachable while still clearly identifiable to our community. LRPD has been engaged in a series of substantive reforms in the wake of the murder of George Floyd and our organizational commitment to equity and social justice, aligned with the work of Campaign Zero. This change is part of that work, with the goal of demilitarizing the look of officers’ uniforms as well as ensuring that our officers are not confused with those from other agencies.

Get Ready to Transfer with Feria de Educación

Feria de Educación is hosted each year by Sacramento State, the CSUs, and Univision to help primarily Spanish-speaking parents and students access resources and information to prepare for college success. This year, Feria de Educación and the Transfer Corner will be held in person on Saturday, October 1, from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm at Sac State.

The Transfer Corner will help students get ready to transfer to a four-year university. Advisors will be on hand to meet with you and review your transcript(s) and help you plan your next steps. If you have already been admitted to Sacramento State, Feria de Educación can help you better plan for your upcoming transition, learn the requirements for your major, or create an academic plan.  

In addition to the Transfer Corner, Feria de Educación offers:

• Workshops 
• "Cash for College" Financial Aid Appointments
• Dreamer Clinic
• CSU Apply Workshop & Support

If you have questions regarding the Transfer Corner, please contact Gabriel Delgado at gabrieldelgado@csus.edu.

Adventure Awaits!

Interested in learning more about the Los Rios Study Abroad trip to Florence, Italy for Spring 2023? Join FLC Sociology Professor Dr. Diane Carlson for a virtual informational meeting that will cover deadlines, dates of the trip, courses offered, application information, courses that are available, and amazing travel opportunities while in Florence.

This week’s info meetings via Zoom:

• Friday, September 9, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
• Monday, September 12, 12:00 to 1:00 pm and 8:00 to 9:00 pm
• Tuesday, September 13, 8:30 to 9:30 am
• Friday, September 16, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm