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April 4, 2022

Guided Pathways Recognition
As part of the California Guided Pathways Project (CAGP), the College Futures Foundation recently recognized ARC's Jazzie Muganzo Murphy, Dean of Student Services, Outreach, FYE & Pathway Communities, as one of 46 holistic student support leaders who have advanced exemplary and equity-focused student support reforms, particularly across the last year of unprecedented challenges. This recognition aims to elevate the work of Jazzie and other leaders so the CAGP cohort and other colleges focused on Guided Pathways implementation can learn from their practices.
Fall Schedule is Live

The Fall 2022 class schedules are now available. Students receive their fall enrollment appointment on Thursday, April 7 and priority enrollment begins Monday, April 18.
Spring Break is Almost Here

  • Spring Recess is Monday, April 11 through Sunday, April 17.
  • Offices will remain open Monday, April 11 through Thursday, April 14, and will be closed Friday, April 15. 

Your Beaver Bites will be taking a break of its own. The next issue will be Monday, April 25.
PTK All-California Award Winners

Congratulations to ARC's Brianna Huynh and Cody Montoya for being named 2022 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-California Award Winners! Grades, leadership, and community service are all used to determine selection to the All-California teams. PTK and ARC recognize and celebrate the academic achievement of our students and continue to provide opportunities for growth as scholars and leaders. 

Students selected to the All-California team represent some of the best of the two million students enrolled in California's 116 community colleges. Like so many in our college and communities, there have been new and unprecedented challenges over the last two years. The 2022 winners including Brianna and Cody should be exceptionally proud of their achievements during these difficult times. Again, congratulations 🎉!
Week of the Young Child

The ARC Child Development Center is celebrating the Week of the Young Child, April 4 – 8! You can check out how we are celebrating here!
 
The Week of the Young Child is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the world's largest early childhood education association. The Child Development Center is a proud recipient of NAEYC Accreditation, which is the gold standard of a quality program in our field. You can read more about the Week of the Young Child at naeyc.org/events/woyc/faq.
 
Come check out our art display and cheer on our parade. You can even wear your PJ’s on Friday with the Center!
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Financial Aid and Admissions & Records Redesign Reports

Thank you to all the staff and faculty who have participated in listening sessions and spoken with the teams working on the Los Rios-wide Financial Aid and Admissions & Record redesign project. Feedback from all of you has been, and will continue to be, a vital and incredibly valuable part of the process of determining how to best improve services for students in these critical areas. Our partner organizations in this work (Blue Icon in Financial Aid, and AACRAO in Admissions and Records) have completed their initial assessments based on their interviews and research, and we have posted those reports on our Financial Aid and Admissions & Records Redesign website. The web page also has a webform so anyone can provide input or feedback into the reports.
April is Arab American Heritage Month

National Arab American Heritage Month is a time for celebrating the history, contributions, and culture of the diverse population of Arab Americans. This month recognizes the contributions of the 3.7 million members of the Arab community in the United States. In medicine, law, business, technology, civic engagement, government, and culture, Arab Americans have been, and continue to be, an invaluable part of the mosaic of American life.
Music Student Recitals

ARC's Music majors are performing their repertoire and showcasing their hard work! Recitals take place live on the ARC main campus in Music Room 512. Admission is free. Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test is required.
Recitals will be held:
  • Friday, April 8, 12:00 to 1:00 pm
  • Friday, April 22, 12:00 to 1:00 pm
  • Wednesday, April 27, 3:00 to 4:00 pm
  • Friday, April 29, 12:00 to 1:00 pm
Get Tickets Now for May 7 Fashion Show
The 21st annual ARC Fashion Show will be live on campus Saturday, May 7, with shows at 3:00 and 7:00 pm. This annual show presents clothing collections designed and constructed by students of ARC's Fashion Design Program. The world will try to put you in a box, but even a box has many faces. The show's theme of Visages celebrates each person's freedom to express the many sides of themselves each day through fashion.
Introduction to Serving QTBIPOC Students and the Pride Learning Community

Join this workshop on Tuesday, April 19, 12:00 to 1:30 pm, to learn about how to best support LGBTQ2IA+ students of color (QTBIPOC). Participants will gain a basic understanding of racial identity, gender identity, and sexual orientation and how those intersect to impact the student experience. The workshop will conclude with an introduction to the Pride Learning Community as well as practical steps to ensure our faculty, staff, and managers can effectively serve and support QTBIPOC students. Register in advance.
Professional Development Opportunities
There is a great lineup of professional development opportunities coming soon. Check the web calendar for full details. Here are a few select events:

How Can I Help…And Not Do More Harm?

Higher education administration, staff, and faculty are becoming increasingly aware of the prevalence of trauma in the lives of their student population. However, many of those whose role it is to support students feel limited in their ability to do so, and some may actually cause more harm. ARC is offering “How Can I Help…And Not Do More Harm?” workshops for Classified professionals and all employees. Participants will learn the definition of trauma, how to identify different types of traumatic events, and develop an understanding of the effects of trauma. In addition, participants will be introduced to the principles of an equity-minded, trauma-informed approach and learn skills to effectively support students in achieving their academic and professional goals.
Equitable Grading and Implementation

Grading for equity does not mean lowering your standards; it means grading in a way that keeps student learning front and center. Facilitated by Asha Wilkerson with Legal Studies, this series helps instructors unlearn old habits and implement new practices that guide our students in learning and subject-matter proficiency. Select the cohort of sessions that works for your schedule:
Session 1: Monday, April 18, 2:00 to 3:30 pm
Session 2: Monday, April 25, 2:00 to 3:30 pm
Session 1: Monday, May 2, 10:00 to 11:30 am
Session 2: Monday, May 9, 10:00 to 11:30 am
Using LinkedIn Learning in the Classroom

All faculty are invited to a presentation on Friday, April 8, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm focused on how to use LinkedIn Learning in the classroom. Presenter is Ryan Zervakos. Register in advance.
Department of Energy Office of Economic Impact and Diversity

The Department of Energy's Office of Economic Impact and Diversity offers a variety of professional development training opportunities. Go to the Office's website for more information.
I-9 Documentation

Because of COVID-related closures, beginning March 2020 the Los Rios Department of Human Resources (HR) temporarily allowed newly hired employees to provide copies of I-9 documentation. As we transition back to normal operations, we are now required to view the original I-9 documentation you provided to your hiring manager/HR representative during your New Hire Orientation/New Hire Paperwork completion. In-person review of original I-9 documentation will take place April 4-8 at these times and locations (you may go to any campus or district office to show your documents regardless of where you are working): 
  
ARC Main Campus - Police Building
  • Monday to Friday, 4/4 to 4/8: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
 
CRC Main Campus - College Center, CC-179
  • Monday to Thursday, 4/4 to 4/7: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
 
District Office - HR
  • Monday, 4/4 and Tuesday, 4/5: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 4/6 to 4/8: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
 
FLC Main Campus - Administration Building Front Counter
  • Monday, 4/4 and Wednesday, 4/6: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday, 4/5 and Thursday, 4/7: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
 
SCC Main Campus - Rodda Hall North to Business Services Window (go to window “I-9 Verification”, across from the Financial Aid area)
  • Monday, 4/4: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Wednesday, 4/6: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thursday, 4/7: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
2022 Cultural Celebrations for Graduates

If students are graduating this year and plan to participate in one of the Los Rios cultural graduation celebrations, they need to make sure they register by the deadline!

API Scholars Rising celebrates and honors Los Rios graduates of East Asian, Pacific Islander, South Asian, and Southeast Asian descent. 
  • In-person Ceremony: Saturday, May 7 at 10:00 am at the Folsom Lake College Falcon Roost
  • Deadline to register to attend: Monday, April 25

The annual Celebration of Excellence & Achievement for Students of African Descent (COEA) recognizes students who are receiving degrees/certificates and/or transferring to four-year universities.
  • Virtual Ceremony: Friday, May 13 at 6:30 pm
  • Deadline to register to attend: Thursday, April 7

The annual Latinx Recognition Ceremony, Honrando a Nuestros Estudiantes (Honoring Our Students), celebrates the accomplishments of students that have earned a certificate and/or degree in the current academic year, or are transferring to a four-year university.
  • In-person Ceremony: Thursday, May 19 at 6:00 pm at Sacramento City College Hughes Stadium
  • Deadline to register to attend: Thursday, April 7

The annual Lavender Celebration celebrates the accomplishments of LGBTQIA+ students graduating from Los Rios colleges.
  • Virtual Ceremony: Friday, May 6 at 5:30 pm
  • Deadline to register to attend: Monday, April 25

Los Rios Native Student Celebration honors Los Rios graduates of Native American descent.
  • Virtual Celebration: Wednesday, May 4 at 6:30 pm
Upcoming Career Events

April is packed with great career events for students, sponsored by the CRC Work Experience and Internship program and ARC Career and Pathways Support Services. Feel free to share this information with students - the event title has a link for students to register in advance for that event.
Bridging Transfer Equity

All students are invited to a series of Zoom events focused on Bridging Transfer Equity. These sessions bring together our Los Rios, Sac State, and UC Davis resource centers to network and inform students of resources and opportunities within these communities. While these sessions are geared for specific communities, they are open to all students. 
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