Category: Press Releases
Río Hondo College Delights Guests, Supports Students with Annual ‘A Taste of Río’ Fundraiser
June 18, 2024
Whittier, California – 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.
Río Hondo College Celebrates Strength, Resilience of Class of 2024 at 61st Commencement Ceremony
May 28, 2024
Whittier, California – 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… Read more »
OC Superior Court Judge, Alumnus to Give Keynote at Río Hondo College’s 61st Annual Commencement
May 17, 2024
WHITTIER– Río Hondo College will host its 61st annual Commencement Ceremony on campus at Student Parking Lot A at 9 a.m. on May 24. The event will celebrate 1,664 graduates… Read more »
Río Hondo College Receives Nearly $1 Million in Federal Funding to Upgrade Police Training Center
April 29, 2024
Whittier, California – Río Hondo College’s Police Academy Regional Training Center will continue preparing cadets for a career in law enforcement through state-of-the-art virtual reality technology and physical learning environments thanks to nearly $1 million in federal funding delivered by Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez during a check-presentation ceremony on April 26.
Río Hondo College Dance Program to Showcase Annual Spring Performance
April 16, 2024
WHAT: Río Hondo College’s Dance Program will showcase the talents of its students, faculty, and guest artists during its spring 2024 concert, “Interwoven Beats: Dances of Connection.” It is the… Read more »
Students to Research Innovative Solutions to Everyday Problems at Río Hondo College Camp
March 19, 2024
Whittier, California – Río Hondo College will host its second annual Invention Camp Río program for adults 18 years and older and high school students.
Río Hondo College to Host Second Annual STEAM Festival for Local Students
March 05, 2024
The Río Hondo College Mathematics, Science, and Engineering Division will host its second annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) Festival for local elementary, middle and high school students.
Río Hondo College to Host ‘Roadrunner Madness,’ Staff Volleyball Match Fundraiser
March 04, 2024
WHAT: The Río Hondo College Foundation will host “Roadrunner Madness,” a faculty vs. administration volleyball match as part of a fundraising event to support student scholarships. The event is open… Read more »
Newly Appointed OC Superior Court Judge Credits Río Hondo College for Shaping His Path to Success
February 26, 2024
Whittier, California – Bryan Clavecilla’s journey to being appointed Orange County Superior Court Judge took him through Río Hondo College (RHC) in 2003, and he is quick to credit the College for leading him to a successful future.
Río Hondo College Community Unites to Celebrate Grand Opening of Campus Pride Center
February 22, 2024
Whittier, California – Río Hondo College students, staff and community leaders gathered for a ribbon-cutting celebration to mark the grand opening of the institution’s first Pride Center on Feb. 15, thanks to financial support from the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office (CCCCO).
