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Therapist intern Demond Washington hands out a “Childhood Experience Questionnaire for Adults” for students to fill out during a workshop addressing trauma on April 3. The hosts and students discuss results of the questionnaire and normalized traumatic childhood experiences.
Workshop educates students on trauma
Valencia Luviano, News Editor • April 10, 2024

Two therapist interns at Cosumnes River College hosted a mental health workshop focusing on intergenerational trauma on April 3. Demond Washington...

The Connection Features Editor Idalys Aguirre sits in the cockpit of the plane with the pilot holding a postcard after her first flight. The Connection Staff attended the Associated Collegiate Press National College Media Conference in La Jolla, San Diego on March 7.
First time flier: How journalism gave me wings
Idalys Aguirre, Staff Writer • April 3, 2024

After 18 years on solid ground, I finally took flight for the first time with a group of student journalists to Southern California for a conference...

Sophomore pitcher Nolan Craddock prepares for a pitch against the Folsom Lake College Falcons on March 21 at Cosumnes River College. The Hawks see a losing streak high of 11 games during their season and their record sits at 13-19 after losing to the American River College Beavers in game two of their three-game series on April 3.
Hawks’ baseball loses to ARC after breaking 11-game losing streak, battles multiple injuries
Zachary Styant-Browne, Staff Writer • April 3, 2024

The Hawks baseball team broke an 11-game losing streak after defeating the American River College Beavers in the first of a three-game series...

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TRENDING STORIES
Twenty-nine-year-old Tyre Nichols, who was from Sacramento, was pulled over for reckless driving and was assaulted by Memphis Police officers in Memphis, Tennessee on Jan. 7. Nichols died three days later on Jan. 10 from the assault and five officers are being charged with second-degree murder.

Students voice their thoughts on the death of Tyre Nichols

A Cosumnes River College employee found a dead individual in the parking structure on Tuesday night. The deceased individual was a former CRC student and the campus was on lockdown for over 40 minutes.

Man found dead on campus, died by suicide

The Last of Us TV series premiered on HBO on Jan. 15 and releases a new episode once every week for their nine-episode season. Bella Ramsey as Ellie Williams on the left and Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller.

‘The Last of Us’ is the best video game to TV series adaptation yet

Study finds that college students are addicted to social media and experience withdrawal symptoms similar to substance related addictions. Study also finds that students using seven to 11 social media networks experience depression and anxiety symptoms.

Impact of social media addiction on college students

The Student Senate of the Associated Students of Cosumnes River College at the California State Capitol building on Jan. 27. The leadership team practiced lobbying at the Capitol on lobby day training.

Students learn how to make an impact in student government

Sophomore guard Brandon Scott shooting a shot against Santa Rosa Junior College on Jan. 31. Scott ended the game with 36 minutes played, seven rebounds, 30 points and the game-winning shot.

Basketball guard’s desire for success lands him at CRC

NEWS
The City of Sacramento becomes a sanctuary for anyone who identifies as transgender. Some students at Cosumnes River College express their support for the resolution.
Students react to Sacramento’s sanctuary city resolution
Delilah Hammons, Staff Writer • April 17, 2024
Students meet, study and hangout in the Black Empowerment Center, located on the first floor of the library building. The center provides resources and support, such as tutoring and counseling, to assist Black students in reaching their academic goals.
Umoja program increases completion rates among Black students
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • April 17, 2024
Phuong Nguyen, a 25-year-old pre-health occupations major, studies downstairs in Building B at the Elk Grove Center. A ribbon-cutting for Building B, which opened in January, will take place on May 1.
Elk Grove Center opens new science building
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • April 10, 2024
FEATURES
Therapist intern Demond Washington hands out a “Childhood Experience Questionnaire for Adults” for students to fill out during a workshop addressing trauma on April 3. The hosts and students discuss results of the questionnaire and normalized traumatic childhood experiences.
Workshop educates students on trauma
Valencia Luviano, News Editor • April 10, 2024
The first Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander leadership conference in the Sacramento-San Joaquin region is held on March 22 at Cosumnes River College. Seven different educational institutions attend and guest speakers present nine different workshops educating students about AANHPI culture and community.
Students from Sacramento-San Joaquin region meet for first collaborative conference on campus
Melina DeBolt, Special to The Connection • March 27, 2024
Students gather around the Student Support Services table in the quad for the Hawk CARES Care Fest event on March 19. A food truck, gifts and resources were provided to students to promote different services on campus and in the community.
Hawk CARES Fest highlights student resources
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • March 20, 2024
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Bad Bunny comes to Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center for his “Most Wanted” tour. The crowd waits in anticipation for the gates to open at 7 p.m.
Bad Bunny’s ‘Most Wanted’ tour features a horse and exclusive guest Feid
Valencia Luviano, News Editor • March 18, 2024
River City High School Jazz ensemble performs on stage at the Cosumnes River College Black Box Theatre. The Golden Empire Jazz Festival is back after more than a decade.
Golden Empire Jazz Festival returns after more than a decade
Valencia Luviano, News Editor • February 28, 2024
Golden Hills, by Cosumnes River College Art Department Chair and Professor Robin Johnson is displayed near the front doors of the Art Gallery. Johnson said, Golden Hills is made up of 500 used horseshoes, representing the expectation of life truly being built on hard work and labor.
Art professor displays California diversity in exhibit
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • February 22, 2024
SPORTS
Freshman infielder Brooke Hanson for the Hawks softball team swings at a pitch against the Sierra College Wolverines at home on April 12. The Hawks win both matches of their doubleheader 8-7 and 3-2, seeing a 29-7 record on the season, according to the Hawks website.
Softball sees six-game win streak after doubleheader against Sierra
Zachary Styant-Browne, Staff Writer • April 16, 2024
Sophomore pitcher Nolan Craddock prepares for a pitch against the Folsom Lake College Falcons on March 21 at Cosumnes River College. The Hawks see a losing streak high of 11 games during their season and their record sits at 13-19 after losing to the American River College Beavers in game two of their three-game series on April 3.
Hawks’ baseball loses to ARC after breaking 11-game losing streak, battles multiple injuries
Zachary Styant-Browne, Staff Writer • April 3, 2024
Freshman beach volleyball players Cassidy Pham and Nicole Risch score a point against the San Joaquin Delta College Mustangs at the Sacramento Softball Complex on March 22. The Hawks defeat the Mustangs 3-2 before losing 0-5 to the Sierra College Wolverines.
Women’s beach volleyball starts inaugural season playing home games off-site
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • March 26, 2024
OPINION
The Connection Features Editor Idalys Aguirre sits in the cockpit of the plane with the pilot holding a postcard after her first flight. The Connection Staff attended the Associated Collegiate Press National College Media Conference in La Jolla, San Diego on March 7.
First time flier: How journalism gave me wings
Idalys Aguirre, Staff Writer • April 3, 2024
A Sacramento Regional Transit light rail runs from Cosumnes River College to Watt and I/80 on the SacRT Blue Line. Light rails depart from the CRC station every 15 minutes between 5 a.m. and midnight on weekdays.
The Universal Transit Pass, a hidden gem for Los Rios students
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • January 24, 2024
A vision board created by the Connections Gabriella Groves at the CIBs Vision Board Workshop on Wednesday. Many students said they felt the event was a time to relax before finals week.
Students relax, get creative at vision board workshop
Ella Pearman, Staff Writer • December 9, 2023
CAMPUS LIFE
Therapist intern Demond Washington hands out a “Childhood Experience Questionnaire for Adults” for students to fill out during a workshop addressing trauma on April 3. The hosts and students discuss results of the questionnaire and normalized traumatic childhood experiences.
Workshop educates students on trauma
Valencia Luviano, News Editor • April 10, 2024
The first Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander leadership conference in the Sacramento-San Joaquin region is held on March 22 at Cosumnes River College. Seven different educational institutions attend and guest speakers present nine different workshops educating students about AANHPI culture and community.
Students from Sacramento-San Joaquin region meet for first collaborative conference on campus
Melina DeBolt, Special to The Connection • March 27, 2024
Students gather around the Student Support Services table in the quad for the Hawk CARES Care Fest event on March 19. A food truck, gifts and resources were provided to students to promote different services on campus and in the community.
Hawk CARES Fest highlights student resources
Seth Henderson, Editor in Chief • March 20, 2024

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