SMC campus reacts to Palisades arson mistrial: ‘The book shouldn’t be thrown at him’
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SMC campus reacts to Palisades arson mistrial: ‘The book shouldn’t be thrown at him’ Dream it
SMC campus reacts to Palisades arson mistrial: ‘The book shouldn’t be thrown at him’
NEWS
Faculty, students and staff shared their opinions on who is to blame for the 2025 Palisades fire.
SMC’s 96th Commencement celebrated graduates' achievements while recognizing the leaders who support student success.
After a three-week trial and two days of deliberations, a gridlocked jury resulted in a mistrial of Jonathan Rinderknecht.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Student Andrew Sanchez turns a five-minute classwork assignment into a three-episode TV series.
New addition to the SMC Art Department, Liv Aanrud brings encouragement, humor, color and solidarity to campus.
The Global Motion Dance performance took place at the Eli & Edythe Broad Stage.
Santa Monica College percussion ensemble performed a variety of styles during a Friday afternoon performance.
CULTURE
SMC LGBTQ+ graduates participate in their own commencement ceremony with speeches honoring queer history and celebrating queer futures.
Oaxacans at SMC hosted a colorful traditional celebration at the SMC main campus.
For Mental Health Awareness Month, various mental health professionals, wellness practitioners, and students gathered in the school quad amid music, raffles and refreshments
Fans attended a documentary screening about the blues icon who sang “Hound Dog” first.
SPORTS
War, visa restrictions and political tensions turned Iran’s World Cup experience into an exercise of resilience and endurance that extended well beyond the pitch.
The California Coast welcomed back the historic Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
Led by standout diving performances and strong relay squads, SMC swimming and diving turns a home meet into a preview of conference and state potential.
OPINION
Jeffrey and Jenna talk about their thoughts on season 50 of Survivor with special guest Isabella. Listen to hear what they thought about the season, some stand out faves and flops, and what they are hoping to come next as the "open era" of survivor begins.
A review of Kristoffer Borgli’s latest feature, “The Drama,” starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya.
As immigration policies and visa regulations continue to evolve under the current U.S. administration, many international students are facing uncertainty about their academic and professional futures.
Cyberbullying has taken over the gaming industry, and it can encourage players to say whatever they want.
PHOTO STORY
For cosmetology professor Jila Assadi, teaching professional skills for the beauty industry is also about instilling confidence for long term success.
LA Mode 2026 showcased student-designed collections inspired by this year’s theme, “Above the Clouds,” blending creativity, sustainability, and real world fashion innovation.
Inside the hot shop at the Santa Monica College Art Complex, students shape molten glass.
Historic Filipinotown showcases the deep relationship between Angelenos and Filipinos.
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