EMEC staff is here to provide as many Student Services and Resources as possible. We offer potential and continuing students assistance with:
APPLICATION
In the Administration Office we have eight computers in which we can assist with completing the Rio Hondo College online application. You will need to have a personal email address where you can receive emails from CCCApply and Rio Hondo College. If you do not have a personal email address, the staff are available to assist you in the creation of an email address that is free.
ASSESSMENT TEST
Assessment testing is provided once a month at EMEC and are conducted in our Computer Lab, Classroom EM 102. You will be required to bring the Math pre-test which can be printed from the Assessment Testing web page, your Rio Hondo Student ID Number, and photo identification.
Call us at (626) 443-8932 to reserve an appointment for your assessment tests at EMEC.
BIKE RACK
A bike rack is located in front of the Administration Building, to the right of the entrance door.
BOOK STORE
We do not have a bookstore at our location, but we do maintain a supply of pens, pencils, and 882-E scantrons if needed.
BUS LINES
- Foothill 486 runs approximately every 10 minutes and has a bus stop on the corner of Garvey and Tyler, just a few steps away from EMEC!
- Norwalk 7 picks up in front of Rio Hondo College and takes you to the corner of Peck and Garvey. You can either walk down to Tyler transfer to get on the Foothill 486 and get off on Tyler and Garvey then walk to EMEC.
- The City of El Monte’s “Orange Line” runs approximately every 40 minutes and has a stop on Garvey and Tyler, just a few steps away from EMEC!
COMPUTER LAB
Are you looking for a quiet place to study? EMEC has a computer lab where you can type and print your papers, research for projects, and study for a test.
A state-of-the-art Computer Lab is available to students throughout the semester. It is located in EM 102 and the hours vary each semester, check the Class Schedule for the Computer Lab hours for the current semester.
Students must have a Rio Hondo College ID card to sign in to use the Lab.
COUNSELING
EMEC has a Counselor available to assist students attending classes here at EMEC. Come in the office or call (626)443-8932 to schedule an appointment. The Counselor can assist you with educational planning, advising, career exploration, transfer information, graduation information, and many other services.
DISABLED STUDENTS PROGRAMS & SERVICES (DSPS)
Accommodations can be made for students in need of extra time and/or a quiet space to take exams on site. Other services are available by arrangement with DSPS at the main campus.
EMERGENCY BLUE LIGHT
There is an emergency intercom that serves as a direct link to the main campus. It is located in the parking lot near the southwest corner of the campus.
FINANCIAL AID
EMEC staff is available to assist you with filling out the Federal Application for Free Student Aid (FAFSA). In order to apply for financial aid you must bring with you your last year’s income tax forms (e.g. 2016 – 2017 FAFSA requires 2015 tax forms). Apply at “www.fafsa.ed.gov” Rio Hondo College code is #001269. This application will also serve to inform Rio Hondo College and the State of California about your qualifications for state financial aid.
FOOD/SNACKS
There are two vending machines located in the alcove next to the Women’s restroom; one with soft drinks and the other with snacks. Also, right next door is Church’s Chicken, and across the street on the opposite corner is Taco Bell. Just around the corner on Garvey is a Wienerschnitzel; which is within walking distance from EMEC. There are many other delicious food choices that are 5 minutes by car.
ORIENTATION
New and continuing students may use the EMEC computer lab or Administrative office computers to access their “My Online Orientation” by logging in to Access Rio. Select the Student Tab, then select the “My Online Orientation.”
PARKING
Free parking is available to everyone attending EMEC. Disabled parking spaces are directly in front of the campus, but you must have a current Disabled Parking Placard to park in these spaces.
REGISTRATION
We are here to assist you with the registration process. The first time you log into AccessRio, it may seem daunting to you. The staff will help you look for open classes, help you develop a schedule, and assist you with registering for your classes.
SMOKING/VAPING AREA
“No Smoking” or “Vaping” is permitted within 20 feet of the classrooms and Administration office. There is a designated smoking area located behind classrooms EM 101 and EM 102, next to the parking area adjacent to Church’s Chicken.
TRANSFER INFORMATION
Transfer information is available in the main office. Students may also access “www.assist.org” or “csumentor.edu,” and utilize the Eureka college program.
WiFi
EMEC offers Wi-Fi access to all Rio Hondo students. Since we are not on the main campus, we need to assign you a User Name and Password for this campus. The Administration Office has the Computer and Network Use form you need to complete so we can assign your User Name and Password.
