Cityscape

October 10, 2022

Supporting Dreamers: DACA Update

While we are disappointed in the recent Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) program, it doesn’t change our commitment to welcome and serve all students at the Los Rios Colleges. We will use all tools available to us to ensure every student feels safe and supported on our campuses. You have a place here!

If you need assistance, have questions about what the recent DACA ruling means for you, or need support, please contact the Sacramento City College Undocu-Resource Center.

Free Immigration Legal Services

The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA), in collaboration with the Los Rios Community College District, offers free virtual/telephone immigration consultations to all students, faculty, and staff. CHIRLA immigration services include:

Immigration consultations
Assistance with DACA renewals
Naturalization information
Family-based immigration information
Help to understand your rights

To make an appointment:

Visit the CHIRLA Student Legal Services webpage
Click the “Community Colleges” button to view consultations dates
Select a date and time

Save the Date: Undocumented Student Action Week

In just two weeks we will also be kicking off the California Community Colleges Undocumented Student Action Week which will run from Monday, October 17 through Friday, October 21. Webinars will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 am each day. We urge all employees and students to come learn more about how you can advocate for the protection of the DACA program and assist in building a strong ecosystem that breaks down silos and promotes a collaborative campus approach to support undocumented student success.

Accreditation Site Visit

As part of the college’s accreditation process, SCC will welcome a focused site visit by its Institutional Self Evaluation Report (ISER) Review Team during the week of October 10. There are two events that all are invited to attend:

Open Forum

Monday, October 10, 2:00 to 3:00 pm, LRC 105

Exit Report

Wednesday, October 12, 10:30 am, PAC 202

Flexible Spending Account Open Enrollment Begins Soon!

Beginning on October 31, regular permanent staff will have the opportunity to enroll in a Medical or Limited-Use FSA, and/or a Dependent Care FSA. Enrollments will take place online via the Web Benefits Design enrollment supersite until November 18. Please note that you MUST re-enroll each year in order to participate in this plan. More information to follow via email soon!

Have Questions? Contact Employee Benefits at Benefits@losrios.edu.

MET and IMMT Open House and Career Fair

Mechanical Electrical Technology and Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Technician open house and networking event is a great opportunity for prospective students and staff to learn about the different job and career pathways, and connect with numerous companies and organizations in the HVAC/R and Industrial Trades.

Saturday, October 22 from 10 AM - 2 PM at the Sacramento City College Lusk Center (behind the college store).

Club Day

Club Day is October 11 from Noon to 1 p.m. in-person in the SCC Quad and online on Zoom.

Zoom ID: 854 4293 7781

Join Via Zoom

Vocal Masterclass

Don't miss our exciting Masterclass event with CSUS Professor Julie Miller on October 18 at 1 PM in PAC 113!

This vocal workshop is open to all students. No sign up necessary - drop in and join Professor Miller and your fellow students.

Next Kondos Gallery: Precarious Leisure

Precarious Leisure by Lauren Ruth runs from October 11 through November 3 at the Kondos Gallery. The Kondos Gallery is open Monday through Thursday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment.

Talk with the Artist

Thursday, October 20 at 11 a.m. in Fischbacher Fine Arts Room 111

Opening Reception

Thursday, October 20 at Noon in the Kondos Gallery

Internship Info Month

All students are invited to join us for Internship Info Month hosted by the Los Rios Work Experience and Internship Program from each Los Rios college. These virtual sessions - which run from October 12-25 - will feature an employer information session or skills workshop. This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn about available, quality, local internships and the organizations that are offering them.

October Mental Health Events

The start of October means the fall season is upon us. The magic of the season shows us how beautiful it can be to let things go that no longer serve us. During this time, it’s important to reflect on what burdens, barriers, and blockages we should allow to “fall” away. To support you in these efforts, Los Rios' Center for Mental Health and Wellness is hosting three virtual workshops to educate, inform, and empower you to make the changes you desire for your success. Click on the workshop title below for more information and the Zoom login.

Demystifying Depression: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions - Friday, October 14, 3:00 to 4:30 pm
You are Not Alone: Discussions on Relationships, Resources, and Resilience - Friday, October 21, 3:00 to 4:30 pm
How Honoring our Ancestors and Celebrating Our Past Can Lead to Our Present-Day Wellness - Friday, October 28, 12:00 to 1:30 pm

Celebrating Diwali, The Festival of Lights

The API Center will be providing suncatchers and painting supplies for students to showcase their creativity in celebrating the Diwali Festival. There will also be a suncatcher art competition, first place will win a $20 Doordash gift card!

A major part of celebrating the Diwali festival is enjoying delicious sweets and drinking chai with family and friends.

The API Center wants to share this tradition with SCC Monday, October 17 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Student Center.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Indigenous Peoples’ Day, which falls on Monday, October 10 this year, recognizes and celebrates the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of the Native people who are the first inhabitants of the Americas, including the land that became the United States. We also celebrate and recognize today and every day, the original Tribal Nations of the land where the college has been located for over 100 years. Our Land Acknowledgement pays homage and offers respect and gratitude for citizens of Tribal Nations and their enduring relationship to the land.

We acknowledge the land currently occupied by Sacramento City College as the traditional home of the Maidu, Miwok and Nisenan people. These sovereign people have been caretakers of the area since time immemorial. Despite centuries of genocide and occupation, the Maidu, Miwok and Nisenan people continue as vibrant and resilient federally recognized and unrecognized tribes, bands, and rancherias. Today, we honor and recognize our Maidu, Miwok and Nisenan tribal neighbors for their contributions as the caretakers of the Sacramento Valley and honor their sustained existence. It is with their blessing and continued guidance that Sacramento City College seeks to provide an accessible, equitable, and supportive institution of learning and experience.

National Coming Out Day

National Coming Out Day will be celebrated globally on Tuesday, October 11. Founded on the idea that increased visibility leads to decreased bias, this day encourages members of the LGBTQ+ community to come out and live their true identity.

We want to acknowledge that there are many reasons that people may not be “out.” Society is not always a safe and welcoming place. Coming out is brave and freeing, but can be difficult.

On October 11, we recognize all those who live their lives openly, proudly, and without shame. We celebrate the LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff, and administrators who make our college a more inclusive and equitable place.

Journalism Speaker Series

Cosumnes River College’s Journalism Department invites you to a speaker series this fall. Learn how to get your foot in the door in journalism straight from professionals. All events will be held from 5:00 to 6:00 pm via Zoom.

Upcoming topics include:

Equity Journalism - Wednesday, October 19
Sports Journalism - Wednesday, November 2
Public Relations - Wednesday, November 16

Reminder: Black Student Success Week

Get connected and come together in community for a week of great events! Please pre-register for the events you plan to attend. We look forward to seeing you Oct. 10 - 14!

Cocoa and Connect

Oct. 10 | 10 AM - 11 AM

ASHE Center

Join us for cookies and cocoa and learn more about ASHE Center

National Coming Out Day

Oct. 11 | Noon - 1:30 PM

Student Center

Come be in community!

S.H.E. Sistas Helping Eachother * New Time *

Oct. 11 | 10 AM - 11 AM

ASHE Center

Come make an intention bracelet with ASHE and S.H.E! Words are power!

Resource Fair

Oct. 12 | 2 PM - 3 PM

ASHE Center

Find out about tutoring, transfer, clubs and meet the ASHE peer mentors!

UC/CSU Writing Workshop

Oct. 13 | 2 PM - 3 PM

ASHE Center

Writing workshop to complete your personal statement. The Transfer Center will also be providing an overview of the application process.

Field Trip to CSU East Bay

Oct. 14 | 8 AM - 5 PM

Pre-registration required, open to ASHE/Umoja students only.

DMV Real ID

Soon a REAL ID will be required to board domestic flights, visit secure federal facilities such as military bases or courthouses. CA is now within one year of the enforcement date, May 3, 2023, and the California DMV is encouraging everyone to get a REAL ID sooner rather than later. View a full list of acceptable documents and start your Real ID application online, then complete the final step in person.