PRISE = Pacific Islander/Asian American Resilience, Integrity, and Self-Empowerment through Education
PRISE is a student support program that enhances the experiences of Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian, and Asian American (AANHPI) students at ARC. By fostering a supportive, culturally affirming, and empowering education, it strives to increase student success rates. It's open to all, including first-time, continuing, and returning students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Students must join the PRISE Learning Community in order to access specific course offerings and services.
Fall 2026 Classes
Permission-to-Add Numbers
Complete the PRISE Fall 2026 Course Form
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| Course | Section | Instructor | Location | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL C1000 Academic Reading and Writing (must take with ENGL 94) | LEC 11121 | Prieto | In-Person: PV 612 | T/TH 9:00 am to 10:20 am |
| ENGL 94 Succeeding in Academic Reading and Writing (must take with ENGL C1000) | LEC 11216 | Prieto | In-Person: PV 612 | T/TH 10:30 am to 11:20 am |
| ETHN 330 Introduction to Asian American Studies | LEC 12072 | Canero | In-Person: Arts and Science 104 | T/TH 7:30 am to 9:20 am |
| PSYC C1000 Introduction to Psychology | LEC 11399 | Ahad | In-Person: Science 424 | M/W 10:30 am to 11:20 am |
| PSYC 330 Introductory Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | LEC 11305 | Akawi | In-Person: STEM 308 | M/W 9:00 am to 10:20 am |
Why Join PRISE?
- Opportunity to connect with the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) campus community: students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Courses that focus on topics relevant to the AANHPI communities
- Caring faculty and staff
- University field trips (free transportation, lunch, campus tour
- Lending library and Study Groups
- Guest Speakers: scholarships, study skills, internships, etc
- AANHPI Graduation Ceremony
- Social and cultural activities
- Opportunity to connect with the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander community on and off campus
Students who participate in campus programs tend to have higher success rates–not to mention a more fulfilling college experience. The faculty/staff and other students you’ll meet in PRISE often become mentors, future job references, and friends who will cheer you on during your educational journey. Plus, it’s free to join and requirements are minimal!
What is a PRISE cohort?
PRISE (Pacific Islander, Asian Resilience, Integrity, Self Determination through Education) learning community provides a home for all students that want to learn about the Asian American/Pacific Islander experience through literature and history. A learning community is a link of two or more classes that assist you with your college and transfer success.
This is a one-year commitment!
| Course | Time | Location | Instructor | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL C1000 (19698) | M/W 12:00 pm to 1:20 pm | TEW 412 | TBD | 3 |
| ENGWR 94 (19697) | M/W 1:30 pm to 2:20 pm | TEW 412 | TBD | 2 |
| Course | Time | Location | Instructor | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGLT 334 | TBD | TBD | TBD | 3 |
| ENGWR 302 | TBD | TBD | TBD | 3 |
PRISE Course Offerings
Note: Course offerings vary each semester. Moreover, some courses have a limited number of spots available and/or require a permission number.
- ENGL C1000 Academic Reading and Writing
- ENGWR 302 Critical Thinking and Writing
- ENGLT 334 Asian-American Literature
- COMM 301 Introduction to Public Speaking
- COMM 361: The Communication Experience
- ANTH 300 Biological Anthropology
- ETHNS 300 Introduction to Ethnic Studies
- PSYC 300 General Principles
- PSYC 330 Introductory Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
PRISE courses are taught with an Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander emphasis, highlighting the community college and cultural experience of these communities. While taking PRISE courses students will receive support inside and outside of the classrooms to promote a more cohesive, empowering, and supportive pathway to student success.
Requirements for Joining PRISE
- Meet with PRISE/UNITE Center counselor once per semester
- Commit to one or more classes in the PRISE program and attend at least 2 or more events
- High level of motivation and dedication from the student
P.R.I.S.E. Newsletters
UNITE Center Events
There are no upcoming events currently scheduled.
Contact
PRISE General Email:
prise@arc.losrios.edu
PRISEGeneral Phone:
(916) 484-8121
Hours
Monday to Thursday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Staff
- Counselor/Coordinator:
Jessica Mow - Student Support Assistant:
Aryannah Atienza
Email: AtienzA@arc.losrios.edu - Student Support Assistant:
Sammy Oo
Email:OoS@arc.losrios.edu
PRISE now offers Counseling Appointments!
Please fill out and submit this form.