Río Hondo College’s (RHC) campus transformed into a vibrant festival featuring exquisite flavors, captivating entertainment, stunning original art pieces and a silent auction for the 11th edition of “A Taste of Río,” the Río Hondo College Foundation’s marquee annual fundraiser on June 7. More than 375 attendees enjoyed a selection of culinary delights, fine wines and craft beers during “A Taste of Río.” The event raised approximately $105,000 for scholarships, programs and equipment to support Río Hondo College students throughout their educational journey. It marked the first time in the history of “A Taste of Río,” which was first launched in 2012 to raise additional financial support for students, that the event has drawn more than 350 guests and raised more than $103,000 in consecutive years.
Fully decked out in graduation caps, gowns, and a variety of stoles, 1,664 Río Hondo College (RHC) students crossed the stage to receive their diploma, designating them as the College’s latest cohort of graduates during an on-campus commencement on May 24. Throughout the ceremony, RHC celebrated its wide range of graduates – including first-generation and system-impacted students, students who are parents, students with housing and food insecurities, and undocumented students – which reflect the rich diversity of the College community.
Orange County Superior Court Judge Bryan Clavecilla, who studied for two terms at Río Hondo College in 2003, will present the keynote speech at RHC’s 61st annual Commencement Ceremony on May 24, 2024. Río Hondo College’s upcoming Commencement ceremony, which is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on campus at Student Parking Lot A, will celebrate 1,664 graduates and candidates for Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees. A total of 951 students will receive an Associate Degree of Transfer and eight will receive a Bachelor of Science.
The cast and director of “Geeks USA,” an independent film, will be on hand at the screening of the movie on Friday, Nov. 22 at Rio Hondo College’s Wray Theater to hold a Q&A with the audience. Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)
Rio Hondo College is hosting its first-ever Transfer Conference for its students on Thursday, Nov. 21. Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)
Rio Hondo College veterans decided a traditional ceremony to celebrate Veterans’ Day was a little too dry for their taste, so they opted to make it funny. The RHC Veterans’ Club will host a comedy night filled with comics who also happen to be veterans at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6. All proceeds will go to the RHC Veterans’ Club. Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)
Rio Hondo College has a launched a new mobile application that connects students to campus life. Features include interactive event calendars, important announcements delivered in real time and a catalogue of student/community resources, among others. Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)
Julie Mammano, author of the renowned children’s book, “Rhinos Who Surf,” will be at Rio Hondo College on Thursday, Oct. 10 to help kick off the first-ever “Celebration of Reading” event scheduled from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Lower Quad and Learning Resource Center. Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)
Rio Hondo College’s MESA/TRiO Student Support Services STEM Program was honored Tuesday as one of America’s top programs that increase academic opportunities and increase achievement for Latino students. Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)
The grand opening for the new state-of-the-art PE Complex at Rio Hondo College is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 11 a.m. The PE Complex features two new pools, weight room, gyms and more. It’s the first of its kind at Rio Hondo College. Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)
The Rio Hondo College Roadrunner Fire Crew 77 deployed this week to help battle the Rim Fire just outside Yosemite National Park, a blaze that has already claimed 25,560 acres since breaking out last month. Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)
Mayors, city council members and representatives from the state and federal governments will be on hand on Thursday, Sept. 19 at 5: 30 p.m. at the Clark Estate in Santa Fe Springs to welcome and congratulate the new Rio Hondo College Superintendent/President, Teresa Dreyfuss. Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)
Rio Hondo College is hosting its first-ever Latino Heritage Celebration that will be open to the public on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 1 to 4 p.m. The event is free and will feature cultural foods and entertainment from Folklorico dancers and mariachi, food and more (photo opportunity). Contact: Christina Esparza, 909-445-1001 (office)