Kayjel J. Mairena 6/3/25 Kayjel J. Mairena 6/3/25

‘Collective effervescence’ at the Art Complex

Santa Monica College (SMC) students display their artwork at the Art Complex.

Kayjel J. Mairena 5/28/25 Kayjel J. Mairena 5/28/25

Injecting Hope: Harm Reduction Alternatives to the War on Drugs

The Institute for Public Strategies holds a guided discussion and screens ABC7’s documentary Injecting Hope to explore the benefits of safe injection facilities.

Jared Blair 4/30/25 Jared Blair 4/30/25

Mary Bauer: A calling to heal and protect

As a survivor and advocate, Mary Bauer has made it her legacy to pass on her wisdom to new generations by sharing her story.

Nathan Hanson 4/29/25 Nathan Hanson 4/29/25

BLOOMING WITH SECOND CHANCES

Students gathered in the Student Equity Center to share their experiences with the criminal justice system while creating art

Phoebe Huss 4/16/25 Phoebe Huss 4/16/25

Inside Fight Oligarchy LA, largest Bernie Sanders rally of all time

Bernie Sanders’ rounds of cross-country, no-cost speaking engagements have produced crowds more populous than the Vermont senator saw in both his bids for President; here, an up-close view on what he had to say in LA, at his largest event yet.

Nathan Hanson 4/15/25 Nathan Hanson 4/15/25

Associated Students assists with organizing fundraiser for Ukraine

Students from six different Santa Monica College clubs collaborated to help raise money for humanitarian aid in Ukraine, organized by the Associated Students.

Yasmina Tyrnakova 4/1/25 Yasmina Tyrnakova 4/1/25

“Ramadan: Same Faith- Different Upbringing”

Exploring the special customs in fasting, prayers and observances during the holy month between the Sunni and Shia Ramadan practices.

Jared Blair, Jacque Martin, Kyla Downey, & Andre’a Brown 3/30/25 Jared Blair, Jacque Martin, Kyla Downey, & Andre’a Brown 3/30/25

SMC clubs rally for new members at Club Awareness

Associated Students present Club Awareness at SMC Quad.

Kayjel J. Mairena 3/26/25 Kayjel J. Mairena 3/26/25

Ramadan: A month of fasting and spiritual connection

Students observing Ramadan at Santa Monica College balance school life and their religious obligations.

Jasmine Villanueva, Phoebe Huss 3/26/25 Jasmine Villanueva, Phoebe Huss 3/26/25

Anti-ICE walk brings march culture back to campus

The Adelante Club held an Anti-ICE Solidarity March attracting students, staff and counter-protesters.

Nathan Hanson 3/20/25 Nathan Hanson 3/20/25

Adelante Club welcomes spring semester with energetic meet-and-greet event

The Adelante Club hosted its first meet-and-greet of spring 2025, offering a space for new and returning students to connect and meet board members.

Jared Blair 3/18/25 Jared Blair 3/18/25

Santa Monica College warned by Office for Civil Rights over antisemitism claims

Santa Monica College was included in a list of 60 colleges and universities warned to uphold Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

Zachary Sanchez 3/18/25 Zachary Sanchez 3/18/25

A day of milestones: Celebrating the 40th L.A. Marathon

Inside the 40th anniversary of the Los Angeles Marathon as runners from around the world are brought together through sportsmanship.

Kayjel J. Mairena 3/11/25 Kayjel J. Mairena 3/11/25

March to Save the Sea: ‘Save the sea, save ourselves’

Protesters rally at Santa Monica City Hall to demand efficiency and transparency in the clean up process in the wake of the Palisades fire.

Klara Černe 3/6/25 Klara Černe 3/6/25

IHOP Pancake Day breaks Guinness World Record

On March 1, 2025, IHOP hosted a 20th anniversary celebration of National Pancake Day at the Santa Monica Pier, where thousands of pancake fans enjoyed free short stacks of Buttermilk Pancakes.

Akemi Rico 3/5/25 Akemi Rico 3/5/25

Emergency “Freedom Rally” unites Ukrainians and Americans

In response to the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting, Stand with Ukraine Foundation held an impromptu rally in Beverly Hills.