Things to Do: Go to the Drive-In Movies

A drive-in theater is a form of cinema structure consisting of a large outdoor movie screen, a projection booth, a concession stand and a large parking area for automobiles.  You get to watch movies from within your car!   The local Van Buren Drive-In offers back-to-back movies...you can see two films for $8.00.  Not a bad deal!   For more information about the Van Buren Drive-In go here.

Things to Do: Mt. Rubidoux

Over the next few months, we'll be posting a series of "Things to Do in the Riverside Area."  Our goal is to share with our international students some ideas for activities that are fun, inexpensive, and local!!!

First up, Mt. Rubidoux!  The park, located walking distance of RCC, offers an easy-to-moderate hike on a paved path to the top of Mt. Rubidoux.  Beautiful views, interaction with nature...and a stone's throw away.

For more information, go here.

2014 Riverside "State of The City Adress"

International students from Riverside City College interact with Mayor Rusty Bailey.

1/24/2014 - Last night (1/23) was the 37th annual "State of The City Address." With more than 900 guests present, the event managed to break the attendance record. The Mayor, Rusty Bailey, told the audience that there are a lot of improvements going on around Riverside area. Overall, it was a very great experience for us as an international student. Eight of us were present that night among the 30 students who came from different colleges around Riverside.

Amazing College Race - Riverside Edition Sunday, February 9, 2014

The College Council of Riverside (CCOR) invites you to the Amazing College Race – Riverside Edition, a scavenger hunt for college students in Downtown Riverside on Sunday, February 9, 2014 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Explore downtown Riverside, compete against your peers to win scholarships and network with students from all four campuses. $30 entry fee for teams of 3 gets you a race entry, a t-shirt, food and a fun afternoon! A minimum of $3,000 will be awarded in scholarships! The more people who sign up, the more scholarships we can give away!  For more information go here.

Riverside Lunar Festival

On January 25th, at Lunar Fest 2014, visitors in Downtown Riverside will be transported to the beauty of the magnificent Ancient Orient, beginning with a Spectacular Parade of Nations at 10 am, Opening ceremonies at 10:45 am, then Traditional Asian Music, Taiko Drums, Dance Performances, Art Displays and Day-Long Demonstration of Martial Arts, Anime Cosplayers and a range of Asian Cultural displays of various kinds conducted by community and professional groups alike, throughout the day on four separate stages. Make sure you visit the Children’s Village for FREE Arts and Crafts hosted by Wells Fargo. Also check out the Health Expo hosted by the Tzu Xhi Medical Foundation, that brings the art of the Mind, Body and Spirit into ones well being.  Then enjoy the days events with authentic Asian foods of the Far East and try a variety of Teas at the Tea Pavilion to tantalize the pallet. We encourage you to dress the part of the festivities and wear your favorite Asian Attire along with the hundreds of traditional cultural garbs from all over Asia and South Pacific.  We will have the schedule of performances ready soon, so keep checking back.   And lastly, don’t miss the closing ceremony with our spectacular Fireworks Display ringing in the Lunar New Year of the Stallion with a Bang!

Parking is Free, Admission is Free, and the Cultural Experience is Priceless.


For more information go here.

Happy New Year 2014!

RCC International Student Center would like to wish you all a very happy new year!

Do not forget Spring 2014 Priority Registration for international students is from January 8th-10th.

Have a wonderful new semester!!!!