CRC Hawk Talk Alumni Newsletter – March 2025
Welcome from Collin Pregliasco, Dean of Kinesiology, Health, and Athletics, and CRC Athletic Director
It is my pleasure to welcome you to this edition of Hawk Talk. As Dean of Kinesiology, Health, and Athletics, and Athletic Director at Cosumnes River College, I am excited to share the tremendous success we've seen athletically and academically—unprecedented since our founding in 1970.
On the athletic front, CRC has continued its success since last year, when 7 of our 8 teams qualified for the playoffs, with Women’s Soccer and Softball reaching the 3C2A State Championships. This year, we’ve kept the momentum going, with all 5 of our fall team sports again qualifying for playoffs. Women’s Volleyball, Women’s Soccer, and Women’s Basketball made it to the 2nd round, while Men’s Basketball advanced to the 3rd round, with a chance to make it to the 3C2A State Championships.
Even more impressive is the continued academic excellence of our student-athletes. For the 10th consecutive semester, CRC student-athletes have maintained a GPA above 3.0, shining as some of the brightest in the state in both academics and athletics. The overall GPA for our student-athletes in the fall 2024 semester was an impressive 3.327, with athletes averaging 16.04 units. In addition to their success in athletics and academics, our Athletic Department has been very active on campus and in the community, hosting important events and supporting great causes.
These recent accomplishments build upon the strong foundation laid by our dedicated coaches and student-athletes who have come before us. I want to take this opportunity to acknowledge our alumni who have represented Cosumnes River College with pride and commitment. Whether you were part of our current programs—volleyball, soccer, basketball, baseball, softball, beach volleyball, or swimming—or earlier teams such as football, water polo, track and field, gymnastics, tennis, or wrestling, your hard work, accomplishments, and dedication have helped create the unique culture and family atmosphere that make our Athletic Department so special.
Thank you for your continued support, and for being an integral part of our Hawks legacy. Go Hawks!
Accomplishments
- 3.189 Spring 2024 GPA
- 139 Total Student Athletes, Spring 2024
- 89 Scholar Athletes (64%)
- 54 Students with 3.5+ GPA (39%)
- 18 students with 4.0+ GPA (13%)
- Top of the Charts - Highest Team GPAs:
- 3.595 - Beach Volleyball
- 3.466 - Baseball
- 3.337 - Softball
Athletic Highlights
- Women’s Volleyball defeated #1 in the state Delta for the first time in program history
- Head Women’s Volleyball Coach Kari Nahlen recorded her 100th career win
- Men’s Soccer finished the season ranked T-#16 nationally
- Baseball has been ranked as high as #11 in the state
- Softball has been ranked as high as #8 in the state
Community Highlights
- Hosted CIF section finals for various girl's and boy's sports
- Raised $1887 for Coaches vs Cancer donated directly to the American Cancer Society
- Raised $1,271 for Dig Pink donated directly to the American Cancer Society
- Restarted our Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
- Opened our new Sand Volleyball Facility for intercollegiate, college, and community use
Introducing...The CRC Athletics Wall of Recognition!
We’re thrilled to announce the creation of the Wall of Recognition—a custom-designed installation that will showcase every individual achievement from the past 54 years. This dedicated space will not only preserve the legacy of our athletes but also provide the flexibility to honor new awards, rename existing ones, and celebrate those that have been retired. Located prominently in the gym lobby, the Wall of Recognition will ensure that the extraordinary accomplishments of CRC athletes remain visible and celebrated for years to come.
To make this vision a reality, we need your support. Please consider making a contribution to support this exciting project. As a token of our appreciation, all donors will receive an invitation to the unveiling event. Your gift will help honor the legacy of CRC Athletics and inspire future generations of student-athletes.
Yes! I want to help build the Wall of Recognition!
CRC Alumna Awarded Prestigious Scholarship
Congratulations to CRC alumna Mai Nguyen for receiving the prestigious UCLA TAP (Transfer Alliance Program) Scholarship! Only a select few of the 1,700 students admitted to UCLA via TAP are awarded this honor, marking Mai as one of the top CCC honors transfer students in the state.
Mai shared that CRC was pivotal in her growth, from developing critical thinking through research and the Honors program to gaining hands-on experience as a work-study clerk and lab technician. Her proudest moments included becoming Pre-Health Club president and participating in the 15th Honors Research Symposium. She credits CRC faculty for their guidance and support throughout her journey.
Biology Professor Eric Neff expressed his pride, praising Mai for her hard work, curiosity, and impressive research.
Join Us! Tuesday, March 11, 2025
CRC Hawk CARES Center Presents CARE FEST
The Hawk CARES Center presents the 2nd Annual CARE FEST (Tuesday, March 11 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm), an opportunity to learn about the diverse range of services and resources available to students. Both on-campus and public services will be present to connect with students and community members. Join us for music, games, and snacks, and learn about all the services and resources available!
Special Guests:
- On-campus resources such as the Dream Center, NAHER Center, The Nest, MI CASA and others
- Community organizations including Community HealthWorks, CalVoices, River City Food Bank, Hope Cooperative and others
CRC River Stage Presents: Orlando
CRC's River Stage presents Orlando from March 7 to 15, 2025 at the Black Box Theatre. Orlando’s epic life spans five centuries and crosses class, continents, and gender identity in two-time Pulitzer Prize nominee Ruhl’s adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s classic novel.
Gowns for Grads 2025 - Help Our Hawks Dress for the Occasion!
As we prepare to celebrate our graduating students at this year's commencement ceremony, we're also mindful that some students may face financial challenges that may prevent them from participating in this important milestone. We recognize that obtaining a graduation gown can be a barrier for some. With your generous contributions, we can provide gowns to students in need, ensuring every CRC graduate, regardless of their financial circumstance, has the opportunity to join in this significant occasion and be celebrated for all their hard work and dedication.
Once a Hawk, Always a Hawk
Join the CRC Alumni Association!
Remember how you felt when you first started college – possibly nervous, shy, and a little apprehensive? Assess how you feel now – confident, eager, and looking forward to the future? Join others who feel the same way and help those who are still working to get there! As a Cosumnes River College alum, you are part of the CRC family and it is our goal to keep you connected once you transition to a career and/or transfer to another educational institution. Your relationship with CRC does not have to end after you leave. Learn more and join the Alumni Association! Membership in the Alumni Association is free.
Share Your Story
Whether you walked in graduation or just took a few classes that made an impact, we want to hear from you. Share your experience with us and you could be featured in one of our student profiles!
Make Experience Work for You!
The Work Experience Internship Program is a unique academic program where students apply what they have learned in the classroom to a work environment – all while earning college credit. One resource available to our students is Handshake, a job and internship platform for students. If you are an employer and have open internships and positions, learn more about Handshake.
