Río Hondo CollegeStudent Guide

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College in Whittier, CA. Operating on a semester system.

Whittier, CA
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Student guide · Fall Semester 2026 Full-Term Session

The semester, explained for Río Hondo College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Semester 2026 Full-Term Session
Campus terms
15
Local details
18

Academic calendar

Fall Semester 2026 Full-Term Session runs Aug 15, 2026 – Dec 5, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

24 entries
  1. Fall 2026 First-Half SessionFall Semester 2026 First-Half Session
  2. Fall Semester 2026 Full-Term SessionRelevant now
  3. Fall 2026 Second-Half SessionFall Semester 2026 Second-Half Session
  4. Winter 2027 TermWinter Term 2027
  5. Spring 2027 First-Half SessionSpring Semester 2027 First-Half Session
  6. Spring Semester 2027 Full-Term Session
  7. Spring 2027 Second-Half SessionSpring Semester 2027 Second-Half Session
  8. Summer Term 2027 First-Half Session
  9. Summer Term 2027 Full-Term Session
  10. Summer Term 2027 Six Week Session
  11. Summer Term 2027 Eight Week Session
  12. Summer Term 2027 Second-Half Session
  13. Fall Semester 2027 First-Half Session
  14. Fall Semester 2027 Full-Term Session
  15. Fall Semester 2027 Second-Half Session
  16. Winter Term 2028
  17. Spring Semester 2028 First-Half Session
  18. Spring Semester 2028 Full-Term Session
  19. Spring Semester 2028 Second-Half Session

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Campus language

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15 terms

A

ASRHC
Associated Students of Rio Hondo College, the student government body.

C

CARE
Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education, a program supporting single parents.

E

EOPS
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services, providing support for students with economic or educational disadvantages.

L

LRC Starbucks
The Starbucks coffee location situated within the Learning Resource Center

M

MESA
Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement program for STEM students.

P

PUENTE
A program designed to help students transfer to four-year universities through English, counseling, and mentoring.

R

Rio
The common shorthand name for Rio Hondo College.
Rio Cafe
The main cafeteria located in the Student Union building.
Rio Café
The main campus cafeteria located in the Student Union building

T

The 605
The San Gabriel River Freeway, the primary transit artery students use to reach the college
The Bookstore
The campus shop where students frequently purchase snacks and grab-and-go meals.
The Bridge
The long pedestrian bridge that connects the lower parking lots to the main upper campus
The Caf
Common student shorthand for the Rio Café dining area
The Hill
The campus itself, so named because of its steep location overlooking Whittier.
TRIO
Federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

18 details
A Building
The Administration Building, containing the President's office and administrative services.
AccessRio
The primary online portal for students to register for classes, check grades, and pay fees.
BankMobile
The third-party service used by the college to disburse financial aid refunds to students
Canvas
The digital learning management system where professors post course materials and assignments
Go Rio
The student transit program providing discounted or free bus passes for local lines.
L Building
The Library and Learning Resource Center.
Late Start
Short-term classes that begin several weeks into the standard semester.
Lot A
The largest and most frequently used student parking lot on campus
LRC
Learning Resource Center, housing the library, tutoring center, and computer labs
PE
The Physical Education complex, including the gymnasium and athletic facilities
PE Complex
The Physical Education and Athletics facilities.
S
The Science Building, used for biology, chemistry, and physics labs
S Building
The Science Building, housing labs and STEM classrooms.
SS
Student Services Building, where admissions, records, and financial aid are located
Student Union
The SU building, the central hub for student life and the Rio Cafe.
T
The Applied Technology Building, housing vocational and technical programs
The Quad
The central outdoor gathering space between the main academic buildings
The Shuttle
The campus tram service that transports students from the lower parking lots up to the main campus buildings.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Semester 2026 Full-Term Session runs Aug 15, 2026 – Dec 5, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
15 approved campus terms and 18 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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ASRHC Committees

Various committees within the student government that focus on specific areas such as finance, events, publicity, and campus affairs.

ASRHC Student Senate

The legislative branch of the ASRHC, responsible for passing resolutions, approving budgets, and representing the student body on college committees.

Regular commitment

Source: riohondo.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Inter-Club Council (ICC)

A branch of ASRHC that serves as the governing body for all chartered student clubs, providing funding, support, and coordination for club activities.

Source: riohondo.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Active Minds

Aims to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and to create a safe and supportive community for students.

Open to all

Source: riohondo.edu · Verified 1 month ago

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Welcome Week

A series of events at the beginning of the fall semester to welcome new and returning students, featuring information fairs, social activities, and free food.

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Source: riohondo.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Club Rush

A bi-annual event where student clubs and organizations set up tables to recruit new members and showcase their activities.

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Source: riohondo.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Campus rituals

ASRHC Elections

The annual election for Associated Students officer positions, allowing students to vote for their representatives for the upcoming academic year.

Drop in any time

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Life in Whittier for Río Hondo College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Whittier.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$1,829

Cost of Living Index

145

Student Population

4,500

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

Los Angeles Metro bus services, Norwalk Transit, Montebello Bus Lines

Nearest Airports

Los Angeles International Airport (regional access), Long Beach Airport (regional access)

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean

Avg Annual Temp

65°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot A

surface_lot • High

Recommended for students; accessible via footbridge to technology buildings.

Lot 2

surface_lot • Moderate

Contains the Parking Information Booth; used for student and visitor parking.

Lot C

surface_lot • Low

Small lot that fills quickly; closest to the Business building.

Campus News

Latest updates from Río Hondo College

Trustee Oscar Valladares Elected Chair-Elect of National Community College Board

Trustee Oscar Valladares has been elected as Chair-Elect of the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Board of Directors.

Oct 30, 2026

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Trustee Yarisma Rocha Featured in National ACCT Publication

Río Hondo College Trustee Yarisma Rocha was recognized in a national publication by the Association of Community College Trustees.

Oct 29, 2026

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Journey to JD: Law School Fair Invites Future Legal Professionals

Río Hondo College hosted an event for students to connect with representatives from nearly 50 law schools to learn about admissions and career paths.

Oct 27, 2026

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Río Hondo Community College District's Financial Stability Recognized by S&P Global Rating

The district's strong fiscal management and position were recently affirmed by a favorable rating from S&P Global.

Oct 19, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Río Hondo College

Art – Gallery Show: Tool Crib

November 9, 2026

Río Hondo Art Gallery

Participating artists include Andrea Hidalgo, Danny Muñoz, Delilah Rios, and more in this $3 gallery show.

Free Flu Shots

November 10, 2026

Campus health event providing free flu vaccinations to the college community.

Art – Student Art Sale

November 24, 2026

Río Hondo Art Gallery (B-13)

A sale featuring student artwork with pricing varying by the individual artist.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@riohondocollege.edu

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