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The award-winning news site of Cosumnes River College

The Connection
The award-winning news site of Cosumnes River College

The Connection
Nick Valenzuela

Nick Valenzuela, News Editor

News Editor, spring 2015. Opinion & Online Editor, fall 2014. Sports Editor, spring 2014. Production Manager, fall 2013. Staff member, spring 2013.

 

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New campus partnership puts spotlight on sexual violence

Nick Valenzuela, Staff writer
May 6, 2015

Psychology hiring postponement shines light on diversity issues and fear of retaliation

Nick Valenzuela and Johny Garcia
May 6, 2015
The half-built shell of the Elk Grove Promenade shopping mall has remained untouched since construction was halted in 2008. Now owned by the Howard Hughes Corp., the proposed shopping center faces further delays.

[Photo] Competitor files lawsuit in attempt to block Elk Grove mall project

Heather Kemp, Staff Writer
April 24, 2015
Freshman outfielder Robert Daugherty playing at the Hawks home game against Sacramento City College on April 16.

[Photo] Baseball team defeats Sacramento City College two games in a row

Francisco Rodriguez, Staff Writer
April 19, 2015
Interim President Whitney Yamamura speaks to faculty members and guests at the dedication of the Elk Grove Center in August 2013. As Vice President of Instruction and Student Learning, Yamamura played a key role in the formation of the center.

Interim president attributes his success to luck

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
April 16, 2015
Construction continues on the Blue Line lightrail near CRC's east entrance. Students can expect to see the finished product by September.

[Photo] End in sight for CRC lightrail construction

Omar Chan, Staff Writer
March 26, 2015
A student uses the Higher One ATM in CRC's library building. Some students have reported problems with the ATM working correctly.

[Photo] Bank plagued with lawsuits and student unrest due to fees associated with card use

Scott Redmond, Staff Writer
March 24, 2015
Members of the Puente Program are placed into the same classes so that they can build community and for support as they progress through the program and the school.

[Photo] Program celebrates success after a decade on campus

Taylor Gomez, Staff Writer
March 6, 2015

Police seek suspect after parking lot battery

Nick Valenzuela, Staff writer
March 5, 2015
Keith Montes leads students as they march for education during Sacramento's annual March in March on March 2, 2015.

California community college students gather through adversity and march for education on Sacramento capitol

Stephanie Lopez and Nick Valenzuela
March 2, 2015
Zala Ahmadzaa speaks at Cosumnes River College about her experience studying Urdu abroad through the Critical Language Scholarship program.

State-funded program offers students unique opportunity to travel abroad

Nick Valenzuela, Staff writer
February 28, 2015

Islamophobia: negative image of Muslims perpetuated by media portrayals

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
February 11, 2015

False claims against vaccinations pose a massive threat to public health

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
December 10, 2014
Clery Report shows drop in campus crime

Clery Report shows drop in campus crime

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
November 3, 2014
Minimum wage increase helps students' wallets

Minimum wage increase helps students’ wallets

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
September 17, 2014
Rams freshman forward Kambria Morrison kicks the ball into the face of Hawks sophomore forward Selina Barbosa during the second half of the teams match on Sept. 9.

[Photo] Rough season start continues for Hawks as they take on the Rams

Heather Kemp, Staff Writer
September 10, 2014
Cosumnes River College features a salad bar in their cafeteria, along with other healthy options.

[Photo] Editorial: Healthy options can be found at CRC

Editorial Staff
May 13, 2014

New faces and time constraints affect men’s tennis team

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
April 10, 2014
Hawks' sophomore center Jaycob Velasco stands amongst the rest of the men's basketball team in practice on March 4. The Hawks would lose to Fresno in the playoffs the following day.

Men’s basketball falls in playoffs but stays hopeful for next season

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
April 1, 2014
The story of a team that isn't there

The story of a team that isn’t there

Stephan Starnes, Nick Valenzuela, and Brusly Voong
December 12, 2013
House of Wax: The Rising Marijuana Phenomenon

House of Wax: The Rising Marijuana Phenomenon

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
November 14, 2013
Sophomore outside hitter Gabrielle Hinz dives and saves a ball from hitting the floor on Nov. 6.

[Photo] Volleyball team continues to struggle, loses to Diablo Valley

Bobby Bishop
November 9, 2013
Texas businesses put a ban on bad fashion

Texas businesses put a ban on bad fashion

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
October 18, 2013
Affordable Care Act offers health care options on a budget

Affordable Care Act offers health care options on a budget

Amari Gaffney, Will Grubb, and Nick Valenzuela
October 18, 2013
Sophomore setter and opposite hitter Laura Villano practices serving in a team practice scrimmage on Oct. 1. Villano plays for both the volleyball and softball teams at Cosumnes River College.

Athlete balances full schedule, two sports

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
October 6, 2013

The United States must avoid a war in Syria

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
September 22, 2013
Freshman opposite Jennifer Lysaght spikes the ball against College of the Siskiyous in the first game of the Cosumnes River College Three-way Mini-tourney on Sept. 13. The Hawks fell to second place in the third match after losing to De Anza College.

[Photo] CRC places second in tournament at home

Bobby Bishop, Staff Writer
September 20, 2013

Lassen runs away with win over Hawks’ volleyball

Nick Valenzuela, Staff Writer
September 20, 2013
BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse lights up the corner of Laguna Boulevard and Laguna Springs Drive on Sept. 18.

[Photo] Restaurant offers good atmosphere, average food

Tia Dehoney, Staff Writer
September 20, 2013

District prepares to make big changes in email service

Nick Valenzuela, [email protected]
May 27, 2013

Groundless conspiracy theories go too far

Nick Valenzuela, Connection Staff
May 15, 2013

Assembly Bill aims to increase financial aid

Nick Valenzuela, Connection Staff
April 18, 2013
Admired professor and coach leaves behind legacy as retirement approaches

Admired professor and coach leaves behind legacy as retirement approaches

Nick Valenzuela, Connection Staff
April 15, 2013

Saving one’s job is not worth the life of another human

Nick Valenzuela, Connection Staff
March 17, 2013

Healthcare act may hurt more than it helps

Nick Valenzuela, Connection Staff
February 28, 2013
OneBook events encourage student discussion on serious themes

OneBook events encourage student discussion on serious themes

Nick Valenzuela, Connection Staff
February 13, 2013
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