MUSE began as a creative writing club at RCC in 1986. Within several years, it became a literary publication and English course where students could apprentice in all elements of the publishing process—from writer correspondence to editorial selection, promotion, budgeting, fundraising, networking, and distribution. The class offers hands-on training for many transferrable skills.

 

Under pressure from state budget cuts, MUSE ceased publication in 2010.  This year, with the support of faculty and administration, the class was added back to RCC's spring schedule. 

 

"We are incredibly proud of this edition of MUSE," said Susan Parker, managing editor.  "It represents the highest level of local talent, both authors and artists alike. We wanted to do our best to set a high bar for continued annual production, and to showcase what our community college students can do.”

 

In October, MUSE will kick off a contest awarding $400 to the best short story submission. RCC student writers can enter for free.

 

The cover of the Spring 2013 issue features a painting by RCC student Stacey Patino. Inside, work by RCC student writers and artists—Nichelle Scott-Williams, Candace Mayo, AJ Goebel, Esau Bautista, and others—is published alongside established writers and artists from across the country including journalist Tom Zoellner, poets Kristine Anderson and BZ Niditch, and novelist Allison Whittenberg. 

 

The launch reception will recognize special donors and supporters, and feature a reading of select contributions. Scott Russell, one of the original founders of MUSE, will share work published in the first issue.  Special guests include RCC President Cynthia Azari and RCC Vice President of Academic Affairs Wolde-Ab Issac, Covina artist Daniel Cuesta, and Long Beach poet Donna Hilbert. There will be music, special gifts, and a variety of prizes, along with a limited number of book giveaways. Books also will be available for purchase, and featured writers/artists will be on hand to sign copies.

 

MUSE is the annual literary journal at Riverside City College, showcasing poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction/memoirs, art, and short interviews. Submissions are accepted from October through February. For specific dates and details, visit the MUSE Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/RCC-MUSE-Magazine/390332564394395?fref=ts or contact muse@rcc.edu. 

RCCD is now accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the Measure C Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC). The initial term of service will be from September 2013 to August 2015. We are seeking applications for:

Established in 2004 following the voters’ approval of a $350 million general obligation bond, the CBOC is an independent committee appointed by the Board of Trustees to provide oversight of Measure C expenditures. Measure C funds new capital construction and renovation projects at the Moreno Valley College, Norco College, Riverside City College, and other RCCD sites.

 

Click here for information about the Committee and membership categories. (PDF)

Click here for the application form. (PDF)

 

Two Riverside City College applied digital media students placed in the top three finishers in a design competition sponsored by Printing Industries Association of Southern California.

 

David Garcia took home second place honors, with classmate Jovie Camarce securing third place, in an academic challenge contest to create a bookmark design to be reproduced by the RAISE Foundation. RAISE is the educational foundation established to foster graphics arts training in secondary and post secondary schools.

 

RCC students have placed every year in the PIASC competition since its inception in 2007. The winning bookmark design will be printed and distributed to Southern California libraries.

 

Riverside City College’s Art Club will present the 8th Biannual RCC Animation Showcase on Wednesday, June 5, featuring the latest animated short films by students in the Art and Applied Digital Media and Graphics departments. Thirty-five short films will be screened, ranging from drama and comedy to action and abstract modernism.

 

“My animation students truly push their limits and put a lot of energy and effort into their animated film projects,” said Showcase director and RCC Assistant Professor of Art Will Kim. “They employ all kinds of animation techniques—traditional, computer, paper cut-out, and clay—to tell their stories. It will be a great evening of animated shorts for the audience.”

 

Professional animators and award-winning independent filmmakers from CalArts Film & Video, CAP Sony Pictures Media Arts Program, USC Cinematic Arts, and Walt Disney Animation Studios will be on hand to judge the presented works and give feedback and advice to the young animators/directors.

 

On May 14 the Norco College Arts Gallery will host an opening reception for the 2nd Annual Art and Design Student Exhibition. The reception, scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m., is open to the public and introduces patrons to the two-week show.

 

More than 40 works by Norco College student artists will be on exhibit, including drawings and paintings in pen, charcoal, acrylics and other media, along with photos and computer game art illustrations. The gallery’s eight large digital screens provide perfect showcases for digital artworks.

 

“I think this exhibit is one of the best we’ve seen from our student artists,” said Karin Skiba, professor emerita of art and gallery director. “Their work represents classes ranging from Figure Drawing to Animation to Design Graphics and shows the incredible arts education available to our students. I encourage local art lovers and the community to come and enjoy these young artists’ creations.”

 

The 2nd Annual Art and Design Student Exhibit runs May 13-20. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Admission is free and the gallery is open to the public.