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The Hawks volleyball team celebrates after scoring six unanswered points in their fourth set against the Sacramento City College Panthers at home on Wednesday. The Hawks went on to defeat the Panthers 3-2 before losing to the San Joaquin Delta Mustangs 3-1 on Friday in Stockton.
Volleyball makes aggressive comeback against Sac City College
Kaden Richards, Staff Writer • October 13, 2024

The women’s volleyball team came back from being down two sets to defeat their local Los Rios rival, Sacramento City College, on Wednesday...

Omari Tau, a professor of vocal music, conducts the Contemporary Gospel Choir while accompanying them on piano in the Arts, Media and Entertainment Quad on Thursday. The choir performed pieces from their upcoming recitals on Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. as part of the CRC Music Student Spotlight event.
Contemporary gospel choir teases recital through preview
Avani Kumar, Staff Writer • October 12, 2024

The Contemporary Gospel Choir performed a 30-minute concert rehearsal in the Arts, Media and Entertainment Quad of Cosumnes River College on...

The cast of “Urinetown” rehearses in preparation for the first showing on Nov. 8. The musical is directed by Ryan Perez Adame, originally written by Greg Kotis.
Rehearsals underway for musical production of ‘Urinetown’
Simon Her, Staff Writer • October 11, 2024

Auditions for the musical “Urinetown” at Cosumnes River College have concluded, and the actors are now in rehearsals for the show under the...

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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
A prayer and meditation space is now open in room 106E, on the first floor of the library, featuring cubbies for personal items, floor mats, a chair and more. The Center for Inclusion and Belonging manages signups for the prayer room and students may use the space for up to 15 minutes at a time.
Prayer and meditation room opens on campus
Noah Seid, Staff Writer • October 14, 2024
The cast of “Urinetown” rehearses in preparation for the first showing on Nov. 8. The musical is directed by Ryan Perez Adame, originally written by Greg Kotis.
Rehearsals underway for musical production of ‘Urinetown’
Simon Her, Staff Writer • October 11, 2024
Students gather in the quad of Cosumnes River College on September 23 for Transfer Day. President of Administrative Services Theresa Tena said the campus is seeing increases in classes offered in person.
Campus sees pre-pandemic enrollment numbers
Daniel Corkery, Staff Writer • October 7, 2024
FEATURES
Tiny homes, constructed by Cosumnes River College students sit parked near the Northeast Technical Building on the outer perimeter of campus at the Tiny Home Village. The carpentry class builds tiny homes and collaborates with nonprofits to provide for families in transitional housing.
Construction program builds tiny homes, collaborates with nonprofits
Nadia Balderas, Staff Writer • October 15, 2024
A prayer and meditation space is now open in room 106E, on the first floor of the library, featuring cubbies for personal items, floor mats, a chair and more. The Center for Inclusion and Belonging manages signups for the prayer room and students may use the space for up to 15 minutes at a time.
Prayer and meditation room opens on campus
Noah Seid, Staff Writer • October 14, 2024
Students form a buffet style line with flowers and decorations to participate in a bouquet-making event inside of the Center for Inclusion and Belonging, held by the Pride Center in the library on the first floor on Oct. 1. The Pride Center is hosting multiple events throughout October for LGBTQ+ History Month.
Campus kicks off LGBTQ+ History Month with bouquet-making event
Colbey Parker, Staff Writer • October 14, 2024
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
“Play It Straight” cast members Elfie Marcewicz, left, Summer Phemister, middle, and Salem Benner rehearse in the Black Box Theater on Oct. 15. The play discusses queer student rights through a spin on the story of “Romeo and Juliet.”
‘Play It Straight’ spins traditional theater in a modern way
Simon Her, Staff Writer • October 13, 2024
Omari Tau, a professor of vocal music, conducts the Contemporary Gospel Choir while accompanying them on piano in the Arts, Media and Entertainment Quad on Thursday. The choir performed pieces from their upcoming recitals on Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. as part of the CRC Music Student Spotlight event.
Contemporary gospel choir teases recital through preview
Avani Kumar, Staff Writer • October 12, 2024
The cast of “Urinetown” rehearses in preparation for the first showing on Nov. 8. The musical is directed by Ryan Perez Adame, originally written by Greg Kotis.
Rehearsals underway for musical production of ‘Urinetown’
Simon Her, Staff Writer • October 11, 2024
SPORTS
The Hawks volleyball team celebrates after scoring six unanswered points in their fourth set against the Sacramento City College Panthers at home on Wednesday. The Hawks went on to defeat the Panthers 3-2 before losing to the San Joaquin Delta Mustangs 3-1 on Friday in Stockton.
Volleyball makes aggressive comeback against Sac City College
Kaden Richards, Staff Writer • October 13, 2024
The newly constructed beach volleyball facility at Cosumnes River College features premium sand and high quality UV resistant netting. The facility will be used by multiple campus sports teams as well as club and high school teams in the community.
New beach volleyball facility becomes highly anticipated venue for campus athletes, local community
Seth Henderson, Social Media Editor • October 8, 2024
The Hawks celebrate their win against Folsom Lake College making this two conference wins in a row. In recognition of breast cancer awareness month, the Hawks wear their signature pink jerseys during the game.
Volleyball dominates Folsom Lake College in 3-0 victory
Melina DeBolt, Staff Writer • October 7, 2024
OPINION
The documentary “Am I Racist,” tackling issues with race in America premiered in theaters on Sept. 13. The film was produced by Matt Walsh, a political commentator from The Daily Wire, and directed by the director of “What Is a Woman?,” Justin Folk.
‘Am I Racist’ documentary challenges diversity, equity, inclusion initiatives
Seth Henderson, Social Media Editor • September 25, 2024
The Connection asked students on campus how they feel about each candidate in the upcoming presidential election on November 5. Kamala Harris is the presidential nominee for the Democratic party and Donald Trump is the nominee for the Republican party.
Students react to upcoming presidential election
Seth Henderson, Social Media Editor • September 10, 2024
An encampment at Sacramento State University takes place in the Library Quad with peaceful protesters displaying multiple signs demanding California State Universities divest from funding Israel. Sac State’s encampment began on April 29 and will remain in place if it continues to be peaceful until May 8, according to the State Hornet.
Student protests are okay, but violence is not
Delilah Hammons, Staff Writer • May 8, 2024
CAMPUS LIFE
A prayer and meditation space is now open in room 106E, on the first floor of the library, featuring cubbies for personal items, floor mats, a chair and more. The Center for Inclusion and Belonging manages signups for the prayer room and students may use the space for up to 15 minutes at a time.
Prayer and meditation room opens on campus
Noah Seid, Staff Writer • October 14, 2024
Students form a buffet style line with flowers and decorations to participate in a bouquet-making event inside of the Center for Inclusion and Belonging, held by the Pride Center in the library on the first floor on Oct. 1. The Pride Center is hosting multiple events throughout October for LGBTQ+ History Month.
Campus kicks off LGBTQ+ History Month with bouquet-making event
Colbey Parker, Staff Writer • October 14, 2024
Students gather in the quad of Cosumnes River College on September 23 for Transfer Day. President of Administrative Services Theresa Tena said the campus is seeing increases in classes offered in person.
Campus sees pre-pandemic enrollment numbers
Daniel Corkery, Staff Writer • October 7, 2024
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