Together in Solidarity: Resources for Our Students and Families
Posted on January 21, 2025 by Río Hondo College | Category: Homepage News,President’s Message
Dear Rio Hondo College Community:
As we begin our spring semester, we want to reiterate our support to the community we serve. The new year has started with wildfires that have devastated our local community, as well as Río Hondo students and families. We will continue to support all of you and recommend that you reach out to the Foundation for financial assistance by completing the form at: https://form.jotform.com/250125971947160. If you are in a position to contribute, we encourage you to donate using this link: https://give.riohondo.edu/emergency-disaster-fund.
At Río Hondo College, we stand in solidarity with those impacted by the wildfires and for those who are concerned given the current political climate.
At its December 13, board meeting, the Board of Trustees adopted a resolution #121324-1 in Support of All Students Regardless of Immigration Status, Gender Identity, Gender Expression or Sexual Orientation.
Our Mission, Vision and Values reaffirms our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and anti-racism for all our community.
If any staff or student is approached by any individual or agency claiming to be from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, immediately notify the Office of the Superintendent/President at (562) 908-3403.
If any staff or students are approached by any individual or group with the intention to intimidate or harass, they should contact the following: staff should contact Human Resources at (562) 908-3405, and students please contact the Office of Vice President/Assistant Superintendent Dr. Dixon-Peters at (562) 908-3489. We will continue to inform the community of any changes and will update information on our webpage.
In solidarity.
Marilyn Flores, Ph.D. (she/her/ella)
Superintendent/President
