Cityscape

May 7, 2021

Get Ready for Finals

Finals are just around the corner, Panthers! We’ve put together a list of tips to help you get ready for your finals and take your final test.

Pre-Test

Access online tutoring support
Have a final paper or project with a lot of writing? The Writing Center can help support you!
If available, take a practice exam
Be prepared – study class materials
Determine when you will take your final exams
Gather all that you’ll need to take the test
Your physical and mental health is important. Don’t forget that as a student you have access to SCCTelehealth with 24/7 mental and medical virtual care for students.

Taking the Test

Find a quiet test-taking spot with minimal distractions
Check your computer and make sure the location has adequate internet. Technical problems? Don’t panic. Contact your instructor immediately detailing the exact problem.
Once you’re logged in, take a deep breath, relax, and focus
Don’t leave the test page – you may lose your work
Plan your allotted time – keep your eye on the clock (set an alarm)
Give yourself time to check your work and don’t forget to click submit

Good luck!

Textbook Buyback and Rental Returns

Sell Your Textbooks

At the end of each term (or whenever you no longer need the book), the college bookstore will buy back textbooks based on the book’s current market value and if the book is scheduled to be used by an instructor next term.

You can sell back your books in one of two ways:

Online via the bookstore's partner website, ValoreBooks; or
In-person at the SCC Bookstore – view store hours and sell-back FAQs

Return Textbook Rentals

If you rented textbooks this semester from the bookstore, they are due to be returned by Wednesday, May 19. You can return your books in one of two ways:

In-person at the SCC Bookstore – view store hours
Ship your rentals to the store, using the shipping carrier of your choice. Note: Shipping is at your expense.

Sign in to your bookstore account using the same email address you provided at the register in-store or entered when you rented online. Note: If you don’t know your password, that’s OK – just click “Forgot Password” to reset.
Once you’ve signed in, you will be navigated to the Rentals page to view your Rental Account Information and Rental History.
Click “Return all Rentals by Mail” and follow the steps to print your packing slip.
Print your packing slip, and include with your rental shipment. Your packing slip is crucial to include in your box – it identifies you, what you’re returning, and where to send your rentals.

For questions, please contact the SCC Bookstore at sccbookstore@losrios.edu or (916) 558-2421.

Celebrating the Class of 2021

Don't miss out on the remaining end-of-the-year cultural and graduation celebrations this month:

Lavender Celebration for Los Rios LGBTQIA+ Graduates

Friday, May 7, starting at 5:30 pm, via Zoom

API Scholars Rising Ceremony for Los Rios Asian Pacific Islander Graduates

Tuesday, May 11, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, via Zoom

Transfer Celebration for Los Rios Transfer Students

Wednesday, May 12, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, via Zoom

Celebration of Excellence and Achievement for Los Rios Students of African Descent

Friday, May 14, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, via Zoom

Sacramento City College Curbside Commencement

Wednesday, May 19, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm, SCC main campus

Mental Health Awareness Month

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health during this time. The Los Rios Colleges Health & Wellness staff would like to encourage all of our students, faculty, and staff to practice self-care in honor of the national observance of May as Mental Health Awareness Month.

Even when we’re physically distancing, it’s important to have a social support system to help us feel less isolated. Learn the benefits of social support and how to stay connected during the pandemic by reading this self-care article from the CampusWell online publication.

Sometimes self-care isn’t enough, and that’s OK! LRCCD Telehealth Services are here for you 24/7/365 to help care for your medical and mental health needs. Whether you have the flu, need to talk through test anxiety, or want to schedule a time to speak with a counselor, LRCCD Telehealth Services are available!

SCC May Music Events

As we close out the semester, the Sacramento City College Music department is offering a variety of choral concerts - some featuring special guests - starting this Monday, May 10. All are invited to attend and enjoy!

See Upcoming Music Events

Supporting Our Latino/Latina Students

The Los Rios Comunidad District Latinx/Chicanx Professional Affinity Group has issued their annual newsletter with updates on the college Puente programs, the work being done at colleges with the HSI designation, undocumented student resources, and a summary of events from the past year.

Read the Comunidad 2020-2021 Newsletter

Shoutout to City Theatre!

Shoutout to our City Theatre who was highlighted in Sacramento Magazine for their move to Zoom during the pandemic!

You can still catch their last show of the semester "10 Ways to Survive Life in a Quarantine."

Nursing Students Continue to Help Vaccinate Community

At the beginning of March we shared that Sacramento City College’s nursing faculty and students were volunteering to administer COVID-19 vaccinations to the community. So far, the RN & LVN students have donated a total of 692 hours and have given 25,000 vaccine injections! Great job to our nursing students! We are so proud!

End of Year Show Coming Soon

Save the date for the Design and Digital Media Year End Show! The new show will be live Monday, May 17, and will be announced on social media.

Besides showcasing our best student work (in Graphic Design, Web Design, Animation and 3D Modeling, and Video Game Design) of the 20-21 school year, the website will feature videos about each of our classes, and current and former student testimonials about our program.

Can't wait to see the design eye candy? Check out last year's show!