RioHondo Student Govenrment

Associated Students of Rio Hondo College is proud to celebrate Andy L. Martz, our ICC Chair, as he transfers to California State University, Fullerton to continue pursuing his academic and professional goals. Throughout his time with ASRHC, Andy has demonstrated leadership, dedication, and a strong commitment to serving the Rio Hondo College community. We are proud to recognize his accomplishments and wish him continued success in this exciting next chapter.

Student Spotlight: Andy L. Martz

1. Name and Position: Andy L. Martz proudly serves as ASRHC’s ICC Chair.

2. Time Served with ASRHC: He served 2 semesters in ICC as Treasurer and an additional 2 semesters in ASRHC as Chair.

3.Favorite ASRHC Memory: His favorite memory was bonding and getting to know everyone during the AS retreats.

4. Transfer Institution: He will be transferring to California State University, Fullerton.

5. Major and Career Goals: Andy will major in Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting and Economics. He hopes to build a promising career within the Big 4 public accounting firms while pursuing a Master’s degree in Economics and a Doctorate in Accounting.

6. Advice for Students and Current ASRHC Members: “Be bold. There will be times when you feel dissuaded from achieving your goals. These feelings are temporary, and with the courage and strength to act boldly, you will achieve your goals faster than you think.”

Congratulations, Andy! Thank you for your leadership and dedication to ASRHC. We wish you continued success at CSUF and beyond.

Associated Students of Rio Hondo College is proud to celebrate Huy Tran, our Secretary, as he transfers to the University of California, Los Angeles to continue pursuing his academic and professional goals. Throughout his time with ASRHC, Huy has demonstrated leadership, dedication, and a commitment to serving the Rio Hondo College community. We are proud to recognize his accomplishments and wish him continued success in this exciting next chapter.

Student Spotlight: Huy Tran

1.Name and Position: Huy Tran proudly serves as ASRHC’s Secretary.

2. Time Served with ASRHC: He has been an active member of ASRHC for 2 semesters.

3. Favorite ASRHC Memory: His favorite memory was spending time with fellow ASRHC members at Spo-Cha.

4. Transfer Institution: He will be transferring to the University of California, Los Angeles.

5. Major and Career Goals: Huy will major in Philosophy and hopes to become a certified Attorney specializing in Family Law.

6. Advice for Students and Current ASRHC Members: “If there’s anything you can be in this world, please just be kind.”

7. Additional Comments: Huy Tran was also selected as this year’s Rio Hondo College Class of 2026 Valedictorian, recognizing his outstanding academic achievement and dedication throughout his educational journey.

Congratulations, Huy! Thank you for your leadership and dedication to ASRHC. We wish you continued success at UCLA and beyond.

Associated Students of Rio Hondo College is proud to recognize our Chief Justice, Sintia Leal, as she transfers to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt to pursue a degree in Economics with an emphasis in Environmental Economics. We are grateful for her leadership, dedication, and service to the Rio Hondo College community and wish her continued success in this exciting next chapter.

Student Spotlight: Sintia Leal

1. Name and Position: Sintia Leal, Chief Justice

2. Time Served with ASRHC: Sintia has proudly served ASRHC for one and a half years.

3. Favorite ASRHC Memory: Her favorite ASRHC memory was participating in this year’s Earth Day event.

4. Transfer Institution: She will be transferring to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.

5. Major and Career Goals: Sintia will major in Environmental Economics and hopes to work with others to promote a more sustainable future.

6. Advice for Students and Current ASRHC Members: Stay organized by using tools such as Google Calendar, and be sure to take advantage of campus resources, including meal vouchers and free food opportunities.

7. Additional Comments: As she completes her internship with UNITE-LA’s Cleantech Academy, Sintia encourages students to apply for internships and new opportunities, ask questions, and build connections through networking. She credits both her leadership experiences and the relationships she developed along the way for helping her secure this valuable internship experience.

Congratulations, Sintia! Thank you for your dedication to ASRHC, and best wishes as you begin your journey at Cal Poly Humboldt.

Associated Students of Rio Hondo College is proud to celebrate Matthew Avalos, our President, as he transfers to California State Polytechnic University, Pomona to pursue a degree in Philosophy. Throughout his two years with ASRHC, Matthew demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and commitment to serving the student body. We are proud to recognize his accomplishments and wish him continued success in this next chapter.

Student Spotlight: Matthew Avalos

1. Name and Position: Matthew Avalos proudly served as ASRHC President.

2. Time Served with ASRHC: Matthew served ASRHC for two years.

3. Favorite ASRHC Memory: One of his favorite memories was representing Rio Hondo College during a trip to Washington, D.C.

4. Transfer Institution: He will be transferring to California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

5. Major and Career Goals: Matthew will major in Philosophy and hopes to earn a doctorate degree in the future.

6. Advice for Students and Current ASRHC Members: Have fun with the experience, explore new opportunities, and build meaningful connections that can have a lasting impact.

7. Additional Comments: Matthew encourages students to stay involved, step outside their comfort zones, and make the most of every opportunity available to them.

Congratulations, Matthew! Thank you for your leadership and dedication to ASRHC. We wish you continued success at Cal Poly Pomona and beyond.

Associated Students of Rio Hondo College is proud to celebrate Chloé Carrancho, our Chair of Public Relations, as she transfers to the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to pursue a degree in Public Affairs. Throughout her four semesters with ASRHC, Chloé has demonstrated exceptional leadership, advocacy, and dedication to serving the Rio Hondo College community. We are proud to recognize her accomplishments and wish her continued success in this exciting next chapter.

Student Spotlight: Chloé Carrancho

1. Name and Position: Chloé Carrancho proudly serves as ASRHC’s Chair of Public Relations.

2. Time Served with ASRHC: She has been an active member of ASRHC for four consecutive semesters since joining in September 2024.

3. Favorite ASRHC Memory: Her favorite memory was traveling to Washington, D.C. to advocate on the federal level for issues impacting Rio Hondo College students.

4. Transfer Institution: She will be transferring to her dream school, the University of California, Los Angeles.

5. Major and Career Goals: Chloé will major in Public Affairs, pursue a pre-law pathway, and hopes to build a career in Entertainment Law.

6. Advice for Students and Current ASRHC Members: Stay focused, don’t let anyone discourage you, and continue pursuing your goals and dreams.

7. Additional Comments: This summer, Chloé will serve as a Judicial Intern with the Superior Court of Los Angeles County. During her time at Rio Hondo College, she participated in programs including , the Honors Transfer Program , Student Leadership Institute, , , UCLA TAP, and UCI Transfer Prep. She also completed internships with and , earned scholarships through the Student Leadership Institute and , and is grateful for the mentors, peers, and opportunities that supported her journey.

Congratulations, Chloé! Thank you for your leadership and dedication to ASRHC. We wish you continued success at UCLA and beyond.

Associated Students of Rio Hondo College is proud to celebrate Karen Marin, our Chair of Legislative Affairs, as she transfers to the University of California, Berkeley to pursue a degree in Political Science. Throughout her time with ASRHC, Karen demonstrated strong leadership, dedication, and a commitment to student advocacy. We are excited to recognize her accomplishments and wish her continued success in this next chapter.

Student Spotlight: Karen Marin

1. Name and Position: Karen Marin proudly served as ASRHC’s Chair of Legislative Affairs for the 2025–2026 academic year.

2. Time Served with ASRHC: Karen was a member of ASRHC for two semesters after joining in October 2025.

3. Favorite ASRHC Memory: Her favorite ASRHC memory was receiving her first Student Leader of the Week award and being recognized for her hard work early in her involvement.

4. Transfer Institution: She will be transferring to the University of California, Berkeley.

5. Major and Career Goals: Karen will major in Political Science and plans to attend law school to become an immigration and civil rights attorney.

6. Advice for Students and Current ASRHC Members: Be grateful for every opportunity and use your education, employment, and experiences to help achieve your long-term goals.

7. Additional Comments: Karen is currently awaiting the outcome of an internship opportunity while continuing her work with a nonprofit organization, furthering her commitment to serving and supporting her community.

Congratulations, Karen! Thank you for your leadership and dedication to ASRHC. We wish you continued success at UC Berkeley and beyond.

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Attention Graduates 🎓

Please be reminded that the last day to pick up graduation tickets is Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Tickets may be picked up at the Student Union (SU201) during the following hours:

Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 — we look forward to celebrating your achievement!

Thank you to some of our Associated Students who volunteered and participated in today’s tree planting ceremony at California Elementary. Hosted by Breathe Southern California (CCAC), this meaningful event brought the community together in West Puente Valley to support environmental sustainability and give back to local schools. 🌱

Associated Students was proud to support the AAPI Heritage Month celebration on campus! Students enjoyed an evening filled with community and culture, including an anime movie screening, a ramen bar, and an amazing fire dancer performance. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and make the event memorable!