The American River Current

Student Association election called libelous

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The conspiracy theory: The former Christian Civilization Club is attempting to take over the Student Association. Fact or Fiction?

Three candidates for the Spring 2008 election were sent "letters in the mail, telephoned and e-mailed" to come to the Board of Justice meeting May 9, according to BOJ Chairman Richard Greyeagle.

ARC Worker pulls a 'Scott'

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

On Jan. 24, American River Bookstore employee Raymond Gonzales, 21, was arrested on charges of embezzlement from the college.

Gonzales' case has been ongoing since then and the authorities are unable to release details such as how he embezzled the money or how much he took.

Summer movie preview

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The summer movie season is upon us, and "Ironman" kick started it with his superhero-like performance at the box office. Big audiences, revenue and award nominations are expected through the next three months. Here is a partial list of some to look forward to and others to approach with caution.

GTA IV: Liberty City is not perfect

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

GTA IV: Liberty City is one of the year's most anticipated games. It may have been even more anticipated than "Halo 3" and "Super Smash Brothers Brawl" combined. The series has been controversial for many years, angering parents, cops, lawyers, and even prostitutes due to the graphic nature of the gameplay.

Canceled classes need new policy

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

With bright red eyes, and a severe case of sleep-deprivation from finishing up your paper or assignment, you finally make it to campus. After fighting off three different students for a parking spot, and slamming your last cup of coffee, you walk up to your classroom door.

Men's tennis climbs ranks

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The American River College's men's tennis team ended its season on a high note as they recently placed in the top eight teams of California's community colleges.

On May 9 and 10, the State Finals were held at El Camino Country Club in Torrence, Calif. ARC tennis players John Spoerl and Rusty White advanced to the quaterfinals.

'Lost boy' shares tales of Sudan childhood

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As students file into a Raef Hall lecture room, all eyes begin to notice the man standing at the front of the classroom. His skin is the color of a midnight sky and he towers above those around him. His thick accent is barely audible over the audience's excited murmurings.

ARC's Symphonic sounds fill community center

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Some members are doctors, lawyers, teachers, business executives or retired professionals. Others are ARC students such as Lana Popova, who has played the cello for two years in the orchestra. She is transferring to Davis next semester to pursue her major in English, a career that "has nothing to do with music," she said.

International delegation models the U.N. at ARC

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In the town of Burlingame, California, a pack of 86 countries gather for a United Nations meeting; Model United Nations, that is.

On April 18, the American River College Model U.N. Club traveled to the Bay Area, along with other colleges and universities, to represent three of these 86 countries: Republic of Kenya, Republic of Congo and Republic of India, and won three "certificate of achievement in the art and practice of diplomacy" awards for each of their countries represented.

Professor to retire after 39 years

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

American River College has had faculty come and go throughout the years, but one professor has been here to witness generation after generation of students as they pursue their college educations.

Professor David Gamst started his tenure at ARC in 1969, teaching public speaking and group discussion.

Funk up your world with Boo!

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Apparently the occasional 20-year hiatus is a good thing, at least it is if you're a world class recording artist. Was (not Was)' recently released album "Boo!" is both a throwback to the classic sound of Motown and a peek into the future of funk.

Spending the last couple of decades writing chart-topping tunes for a deluge of various artists and producing Grammy-winning albums, (Bonnie Raitt's "Nick of Time,") David Was and Don Was have turned their attention to their own sound.

Letter to the Editor

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

David Fisher, Student Association Director of Public Relations, wants us to think that the Christians Club has a conspiracy to take over the Student Government here at American River College. But let me give you the TRUTH: I was elected as a Student Representative on the Student Council this semester and what I learned while serving was that David Fisher actually had the largest coalition assembled ever for the elections that I am aware of.

Letter to the Editor

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Methinks the vitriol spewed by David Fisher in this article obviously stems from his loss in the elections. He's the SA Director of 'Public Relations', and this is how he goes about his 'public relations' job? His demonization of the Christian Club is simply a window on his own soul.

New law may aid student loan crunch

Wed, 14 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

President Bush recently signed a student loan bill into law, the College Cost Reduction and Access Act, which promises to cut federal subsides to loan companies and increase Pell Grants for students.

So many different arguments surround this law that we have trouble telling if it's truly a good thing.