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).


Río Hondo College to Host Grand Opening of New Pride Center on Campus

February 12, 2024

Río Hondo College will host a ribbon cutting during a grand opening celebration for the institution’s first Pride Center. The center will serve as an inclusive space where students who identify as LGBTQIA+ can go for support resources and gather in community.


Río Hondo College’s Accreditation Reaffirmed for Four Years by Accrediting Commission

January 24, 2024

Whittier, California – Río Hondo College received a four-year reaffirmation of accreditation from the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) on Jan. 16, highlighting the College’s commitment to excellence in institutional effectiveness and ensuring a high-quality education for its students.


The Rise of Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks Is Driving a Training Rush

January 04, 2024

Velocity has been partnering with Rio Hondo College, a community college in the area, and has developed an apprenticeship program to train workers for servicing electric heavy-duty vehicles. The program,… Read more »


Río Hondo College Conducts Annual Board of Trustees Organization and Election of Officers

December 15, 2023

Whittier, California – Río Hondo College Board of Trustees members held its annual organization and election of board officers on Dec. 13, as the Board continues to uphold the vision, mission and values of Río Hondo College.


Rio Hondo College students get a glimpse at a future in electric-powered trucking

November 29, 2023

This week, Rio Hondo College students in the program got an opportunity to study an electric semi-truck and talk to its technicians at the Velocity Truck Centers Whittier Facility


Río Hondo College Earns Prestigious Spots in Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine’s Rankings

November 28, 2023

Whittier, California – Río Hondo College’s rigorous academic programs and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion have resulted in high rankings in the Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine’s Top 100 Colleges and Universities for Hispanics list.


Velocity Truck Center Site Visit

November 28, 2023

Rio Hondo Automotive students explored the Velocity Truck Center, diving into cutting-edge truck technology and gaining hands-on industry insights.