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CRC’s wall of hope, located in the gym lobby, honors loved ones who have faced cancer. The Coaches vs. Cancer fundraiser at CRC has raised more than $15,000 for the American Cancer Society in the past 10 years.

Coaches vs Cancer night raises money for charity

Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer
February 19, 2025
Sophomore forward Kole Simon shoots a free throw during the Hawks' matchup against Feather River on Nov. 26. The team finished the regular season on Thursday with a 18-9 overall record.

Men’s basketball dominates in rematch against Diablo Valley

Ye Ye Eki-Edo, Staff Writer
February 19, 2025
Freshman third baseman Isabella Hall waits for a pitch against San Jose City College during back to back home games on Feb. 11. The team lost both games with scores of 2-3 and 1-4.

Softball faces loss in doubleheader against San Jose City

Damian Khim, Staff Writer
February 19, 2025
Student Emissary Anaiah Rodriguez sits at the front desk of the NAHER facility in library room 106-C. The facility is open for all Native students for support and community building Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Native American student resources program builds support on campus

Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer
February 19, 2025
“I’d pick Shaq because I could throw lobs to him. I’d play basketball with him.” Brian Baggerly, 18-year-old architecture major.

HAWK TALK: If you could have any celebrity as your teammate, who would it be?

Simon Her, Staff Writer
February 15, 2025
"Right now, I like to take my mom and my sister out, maybe go shopping and get a new bag or anything, and then maybe go get a nice dinner, like a steak house or a nice seafood place.” Payton Wilson, 21-year-old chemistry major

HAWK TALK: What is the most romantic thing to ever happen to you?

Simon Her, Staff Writer
February 11, 2025
A Black History Month poster sits at the entrance of the campus’ opening ceremony on Feb. 4 in the Recital Hall. Events last through the month of February, with the closing ceremony taking place on Feb. 26.

Campus starts off Black History Month with opening ceremony

Damian Khim, Staff Writer
February 11, 2025
Students wait in the College Center for an appointment with a counselor on Feb. 4. Students can receive help from counselors with forms, filing petitions and completing their student educational plan.

Students plan graduation paperwork with counselors

Colbey Parker, Staff Writer
February 11, 2025
Sophomore right fielder Clare Yanez swings at a pitch against Reedley College. The Hawks improved to a 4-2 record after their doubleheader victory on Friday.

Softball shuts out Reedley College in doubleheader

Barbie Sarente, Staff Writer
February 10, 2025
The College Center is located on the southwest corner of campus, near parking lots B and C. Students can find a list of scholarships, in-person assistance to apply and check their eligibility at the Financial Aid Office on the first floor.

Campus offers more than 70 scholarships for students

Gabi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
February 10, 2025
Professors Jim West and Patty Felkner at their photo exhibit in the Art Gallery on Jan. 30. The show “Coda,” commemorates the work of the retiring professors, and is open for viewing through Feb. 20.

Photo exhibit showcases work of retiring professors

Azalika Lee, Staff Writer
February 5, 2025
Freshman guard Mason Marsh shoots a free throw on Tuesday after getting fouled during the second half. The Hawks improved to a 15-9 overall record after beating Delta.

Men’s basketball outhustles San Joaquin Delta College in 89-43 win

Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer
February 5, 2025
A Los Rios Police Department vehicle sits parked outside the Hawks Care Center. Regardless of immigration status or national origin, the LRPD recognizes dignity in every student, according to the Los Rios Community College Police Department policy manual.

Los Rios emphasizes student immigration rights amid growing concerns

Avani Kumar, Editor in Chief
February 4, 2025
Freshman guard Mason Marsh attempts a 3-pointer during the first half of the game. The Hawks improve to a 14-9 overall record after their win against Folsom Lake College on Friday.

Men’s basketball sees second defeat against Modesto Junior College

Alexa Luna, Staff Writer
February 2, 2025
Sophomore guard Saray White looks for an opening against two Modesto Junior College defenders during the Hawks' win against the Pirates on Tuesday. White led the team by scoring 30 points throughout the game.

Hawks recover from loss, get revenge against Modesto

Marco Sanchez, Staff Writer
February 2, 2025
Students in HORT302 and PLTS310 participate in a lab activity at GRH-100 in the Greenhouse on Thursday. Horticulture Professor Dave Andrews said the sky's the limit with what can be grown in the greenhouse, giving students the opportunity to grow seasonal produce year-round.

Horticulture department to make the greenhouse green again, proposes new degree

Seth Henderson, Copy Editor
January 31, 2025
The message TikTok users received when they tried to log onto the app on Jan. 19. TikTok users were unable to access any of the apps contents for over 12 hours.

Students react to TikTok ban, share concerns

Melina DeBolt, News Editor
January 30, 2025
A portable construction office sits within an enclosed chainlink fence in Lot C on campus. Cosumnes River College is projected to complete construction of a student housing project in Lot C, housing at least 147 beds by the fall semester of 2028.

State funding issues prompt student housing project to move on campus

Seth Henderson, Copy Editor
January 30, 2025
Students line up before the register to place their order inside the renovated campus cafeteria, called the Hawkeye Grill on Jan. 28. The menu features over 50 menus options, ranging from breakfast, deli sandwiches, burgers and vegan options.

Newly renovated cafeteria opens after two years, features hot food

Seth Henderson, Copy Editor
January 29, 2025
Program Assistant Idaly Valencia sits at the front desk of the Hawk CARES Center during a faculty open house before the semester started on Jan. 16. Students can receive services or lounge at the center, located in between the Cosumnes River College Garage and the Business and Social Science buildings, next to the Southeast Office Complex.

Hawk CARES Center supports students with basic needs

Seth Henderson, Copy Editor
January 28, 2025
Astronomy Professor Michael Strong teaches his astronomy laboratory class in Science 306 on Jan. 23. After overcoming hearing loss, Strong weaves humor about the challenges he’s faced into his teaching.

Astronomy professor manages hearing loss with humor

Simon Her, Staff Writer
January 28, 2025
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