Languages and Humanities / Social and Behavioral Sciences (LHSS) Engagement Center

Welcome to Your LHSS Engagement Center

The Languages, Humanities, and Social Sciences (LHSS) Engagement Center is your go-to space for support, connection, and guidance. Students are encouraged to stop by to meet with a Peer Mentor, Educational Advisor, or LHSS Counselor for help with academic programs, educational planning, campus resources, and next steps.

Whether you have a quick question or need more in-depth support, our team is here for you. Counselor availability varies by day, so be sure to review the schedule below before visiting. Current students are encouraged to enroll in the LHSS Engagement Center Canvas shell to easily access all the resources offered.

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Contact us

Email: lhss@rcc.edu
Phone: (951) 328-3660
Location: Music Building 104

Center Hours:
Monday - Friday	8 am - 5 pm
Tuesday and Wednesday	8 am - 6 pm

Can’t make it to the center or need to meet with a counselor? These options can help.

Meet Virtually

Can’t make it to campus? Virtual support options are available for LHSS students. Connect online to get help with questions about programs, educational planning, and campus resources. Virtual services are offered during select hours and may vary by day. Virtual appointments also available to schedule. Email: LHSS@rcc.edu

Virtual Hours:
Monday - Thursday	9 am - Noon	Zoom Link

Meet with a Counselor in the LHSS Engagement Center

Get the guidance you need, academic counseling is available in person! Stop by the center and let’s plan your path to success.

Day	Time	Counselor
Monday	11:15 am - 1:30 pm	Karyn Magno
Tuesday	2 - 6 pm	Evelyn Luna
Wednesday	11:15 am - 1 pm	Michael Love
Thursday	9:45 - 11:30 am Noon - 2 pm	Kelly Brautigam Claudia Castro
Friday	11 am - 4 pm	Josh Hobbs

LHSS Pathway Orientation

The LHSS Pathway Orientation introduces students to the Languages and Humanities / Social and Behavioral Sciences (LHSS) pathway, along with the support services and resources available to help you succeed. Students will also receive guidance on educational planning and learn how to connect with advisors and counselors.

This orientation is open to all students.

Dates and times are subject to change, so please check back for updates. Be sure to add your preferred orientation date and time to your calendar. Zoom link information is listed below.

Upcoming Orientation Sessions:

Monday, January 12 │ 9:15 - 10:45 am | Register
Wednesday, January 28 │ 4:15 - 5:45 pm | Register
Tuesday, February 3 | 4:15 - 5:45 pm | Register

Counseling appointments are available for students.

To schedule an appointment with a counselor or to join their Zoom Drop-Ins, please visit the counseling and academic advising webpage.

counseling and academic advising

Meet the LHSS Student Success Team

Dr. Doris Namala, LHSS EC Faculty Coordinator

Welcome to the LHSS Engagement Center! I'm a Professor of History and the LHSS EC Faculty Coordinator. I look forward to meeting all of you in the coming weeks and supporting you. See you at the center!

Send Dr. Namala an Email (doris.namala@rcc.edu)

Doug Johnson, LHSS Educational Advisor

I’m Doug Johnson, the Language Humanities and Social Science Engagement Center Educational Advisor. I am happy and excited to join the staff at Riverside City College and my team members in the LHSS Engagement Center to connect with, support, and serve our students. I attended RCC and transferred to UCLA, where I graduated with a bachelor’s in African-American Studies. While attending RCC, I was involved on campus as the President of the African American Student Alliance, the predecessor to UMOJA. I was in student government in the Supreme Court, which held campus and district elections. I was also a member of the Model United Nations at RCC. At UCLA, I was Chair of the Afrikan Student Union ASU. As a former RCC student who navigated my way through campus and the transfer process, I know the journey may not always be smooth. In my new position, I am eager to assist students on their educational path.

Magdalena Salas, LHSS Educational Advisor

My name is Magdalena Salas, but I go by Maggie. I started my college journey at Riverside City College, then transferred to Cal State San Bernardino where I earned my bachelor’s in Psychology, and I recently completed my Master’s in School Counseling at the University of Redlands. I got into education because I want to be there for students to help them hit their goals and make sure they feel safe and understood. Outside of school, I’m really into community outreach and activism. Using my voice to stand up for others is something I care about, and it’s also taught me a lot about my own community and how I can do my part to make it better. Riverside City College was and continues to be a safe space for me, so I’m excited to continue here and help students.

Looking Backward-Thinking Forward Web Series

Experience RCC professors through personal interviews that inspire students to look backwards while thinking forward! Our goal is to showcase RCC professors and students who offer intellectual insight into academic studies while inspiring you to become more driven and inquisitive. Please enjoy this broadcast of Looking Backward Thinking Forward.

Season 1 of Looking Backward Thinking Forward is available now and new episodes will be available every semester. Please visit our YouTube channel and keep up to date with LHSS Engagement Center activities.