Despite a number of setbacks, the various construction projects at SMC either underway or in the pipe-line are slowly taking shape.

Professor Evan Somers, teacher of screenwriting at SMC, passed away quietly in his sleep Oct. 11. His memorial will be held Saturday Oct. 30 at the AET campus from 12 to noon. All well wishers welcome.

Homecoming week is upon us and the festivities kicked off with an American Idol style sing-off to determine who will sing the National Anthem at the Homecoming game this Saturday.

Heidi Duckler, site-specific dance expert, led SMC students into the quad for a hands-on approach.  

Film professor Salvador Carrasco talks about his movie, "The Other Conquest," and its cultural impact.

Last week, students of all ages and from around the community premiered their environmental PSAs on campus.

Santa Monica College's Associated Students has delayed a decision for the second week running as to whether the $1.50 student organizing fee will be made a permanent fixture for SMC students.

Although Santa Monica College received accreditation during the summer, the accreditation board have insisted upon further follow ups before they are satisfied that the college meets all their requirements.

Movie documentary "Jump at the Sun" brought people in from the rain and gave a taste of Afro-American Zora Neale Hurston's work through history.

Santa Monica College revamps its online orientation video.

This summer the SMC cafeteria is receiving a complete renovation and will receive new flooring, furniture, and a paint job. The new café will have a "warmer more coffee house feel" to it and be ready just in time for fall semester.

SMC Trustees discuss the creation of an SMC Alumni Association.

For many students, the Cinco de Mayo holiday represents a celebration of Latin American heritage, but according to the Association of Latin American Students, it only represents America's exploitation of Hispanic culture as a marketing strategy.

College Fair draws crowds.

SMC celebrates Earth Day with a festival, complete with a treasure hunt, food, and free, reusable water canteens.

The Santa Monica College Board of Trustees were honored with the "Eco Hero" award last Wednesday. The Center for Environmental and Urban Studies presented the members of the board with a plaque and planted a grove of trees in their honor.

Santa Monica College is possibly getting a new campus.