Corsair Home Opener Spoiled by Fullerton’s 2 late goals to bring the match to a draw in Final minutes
SMC men’s soccer ended their match 4-4 with Fullerton College in the first home game of the season.
Women's Soccer With a Dominant Defensive showing in Home Opener at Corsair Stadium
SMC women’s soccer shutout the LA Pierce Brahma Bulls 1-0 to secure a win in their first game in front of the home crowd.
DHS agents shoots press and anti-ICE protesters with less-lethal weapons over Labor Day weekend
DHS agents deployed a volley of less-lethal and chemical rounds on Labor Day anti-ICE protesters at the Metropolitan Detention Center.
President and Superintendent Kathryn E. Jeffery Ph.D. announces her intention to retire
After leading Santa Monica College for 9 years Kathryn E. Jeffery Ph. D says she plans to retire.
SMC student’s “Unapologetically Black” back-to-school event garners national recognition
Umoja Now raised $12,400 to hold a “Black To School” mutual aid event in Inglewood, providing school supplies, specialized haircare and soul food.
Tsunami advisory issued for California coastline
The west coast of North America has been issued a tsunami advisory, following a magnitude 8.7 earthquake that happened off the coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula.
Closed for maintenance
For two weeks Parking structure maintenance left students looking for alternative options.
Style, Substance and Sustainability: The Pantone Colors of 2025
Santa Monica College’s Fashion Program hosted its annual LA Mode Fashion Show on June 20
Independence Day in L.A: Gospel, fireworks, and “Resistance”
Independence Day demonstrators attend Catholic mass, march into a faceoff and clash with federal police.
U.S. involvement in Middle East ignites protests in Los Angeles
Israel’s military campaign in Iran, as well as America’s involvement in the conflict, prompted conflicting protests in front of the Wilshire Federal Building.
Burbank anti-ICE protest: “effective but obnoxious”
Protesters organized a “No Sleep for ICE” demonstration at the Cambria Hotel Burbank Airport on June 19, after federal immigration agents allegedly checked into the hotel.
Student housing update: SMC-UCLA agreement terminated
An update on the UCLA-SMC student housing agreement.
Trustees tersely ratify new textbook system, amid bookstore renaissance
Chemistry students are piloting SMC’s new textbook system during summer intersession. In the system, a collaboration with the education company Slingshot, students can purchase all their course materials at once, for $32 per enrolled credit. Students can opt out, but the campus bookstore is to carry less physical stock and instead serve as a communal spot for students.
95th commencement at SMC boasts second-largest graduating class ever
On Tuesday, SMC waved goodbye to 7,248 graduates, designated by President Dr. Kathryn Jeffery as the college’s second-largest commencement ever. The school bestowed bachelor’s degrees, associate’s degrees, certificates of achievement, certificates of competency, and completion certificates upon those students.
Beach volleyball pairs championship: Day one
The Corsairs No. 1 pair wins all matches on the first day of the state championship.
Victory Laps for SMC Women’s Swim
The Santa Monica College (SMC) Corsairs women’s swim team took part in the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) swim and dive state championship, winning first place in five relays.
Blown Away: Open House at SMC
The Santa Monica College Glass Blowing class opened their studio alongside the annual Open House to showcase the glass blowing process and sell student and faculty art.
Club Row: Meet the Clubs of Santa Monica College
Dozens of student clubs and organizations gathered in the main campus quad for Club Row on Thursday, April 27, shining a spotlight on the many groups that SMC has to offer for students.
SMC, Meet Your New Trustee
Tom Peters, the newest SMC Board of Trustees member, talks about his experience as a teacher and as an advocate for students.
Men's Water Polo Struggles to Stay Afloat
The Men's Water Polo team lost their first home game of the season.