SeaWorld's Greed, Not Killer Whale, Responsible for Animal Trainer's Death
Beautiful to look at from afar, [killer whales] are still the bullies of the sea. And training bullies to do stupid tricks is just asking for trouble.
UC Irvine Intimidates Students, Leaves Israeli War Criminal Alone
In a scene that hails the quintessential philosophies of civil disobedience, the arrests and possible academic consequences of 11 UC Irvine students has sparked outrage among many Southern California universities.
Women's Basketball Falls Shot in Playoffs; Lose to Cypress 74-69
SMC women's basketball fought valiantly in their attempt to advance past the first round of the playoffs, but were thwarted by the Cypress College Chargers; losing 74-69.
SMC's Emeritus College Hosts New Photo Exhibit
"Tools for Transformation," the current photo exhibit featured at SMC's own Emeritus College had their opening reception this past week.
Bush-era Torture Lawyers Escape Federal Prosecution
Last month, the Office of Professional Responsibility released a statement saying that two former Bush Administration lawyers responsible for authoring legal memos that justified the use of torture were not guilty of professional misconduct.
It is Time Schools Take Precedence Over Prisons
We are caught in the midst of a perfect storm of circumstances that threaten not only our educations and careers, but the viability of the Californian economy for years to come. On Thursday, March 4, people across the state and country will call for the immediate rescission of the cuts to education.
Goldstein Named Part-time Faculty of the Year
Martin Goldstein, a professor of communications as SMC, was named Part-time Faculty of the Year by the Faculty Association of California Community Colleges.
Vancouver Olympics Recap
Didn't get a chance to watch the entire 2010 Olympics? Here's a quick summation of what you missed.
Schwarzenegger and Clinton Speak At Health Summit
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and former President Bill Clinton spoke at the 2010 Summit on Health, Nutrition and Obesity.
Women's Basketball Falls Short in Playoffs; Lose to Cypress 74-69
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Thinking Outside The Frets
Noel Webb invites us to check our egos at the door and really listen to quality of music.
Flying Solo: Pete Bernhard
Pete Bernhard, singer and guitarist for "The Devil Makes Three," recently started a solo project.
Los Angeles Rings in the Chinese New Year
The Golden Dragon Parade both celebrates the Chinese New Year and educates others in Asian American culture.
SMC Creates Public Service Announcement: "Save Water"
Santa Monica College students, faculty, and alumni were all involved in the production of a public service announcement, commenting on the importance of saving water in our culture.
Winter Session Cuts Hit SMC Students Hard, But Still Largest in State
Though students were scrambling for classes this winter semester, Santa Monica College still offered the largest winter semester in the state.
Rembrandt Art Arrives in LA
The Getty Museum's current exhibit encourages people to "tell the difference."
Mardi Gras Celebrated in True Southern California Style
The Los Angeles and Long Beach area celebrated Fat Tuesday the Catholic celebration of music, dancing, eating and drinking before being restricted of these fun activities for Lent.
Horror and Anxiety Over Tea Party Politics
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Approval of Light Rail Concerns Neighbors
Redisents of Rancho Park, Cheviot Hills, and the sourrounding areas are concerned by the laying of the Expo Authority Light Rail in their neighborhood. The approval of the Final Environmental Impact Report green-lighted phase two of the project, that will connect Culver City and Santa Monica, is being called into question.