There are major differences in online student ratings for Rate My Professors, but SMC pass rates remain the same across different subjects.

Second annual Lavender graduation honors LGBTQIA+ students graduating this spring.

There is a need for more inclusive support networks and institutional understanding among international students.

Dance instructors Laura Canellias and Bernard Ceballos guide students through the fundamentals of salsa in a spirited co-taught course.

On May 27, Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a provisional pause on interviews at U.S. embassies and consular sections across the world for prospective international students seeking student visas. In the interim, according to leaked documents, the department is considering an official social media screening policy for visa holders.

A combat veteran uses his GI Bill to start a Black Panther Party-inspired mutual aid organization.

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

A student-organized community event ends with a man needing Narcan.

 The Santa Monica Police Department is expecting a hefty budget increase. In the 2025-26 fiscal year, they are planning to operate with $132,509,870 for salaries, wages and supplies.

In an effort to catch “video game-styled” drivers, the California Highway Patrol is deploying 100 solid-colored Dodge Durangos throughout the state by June. But, some argue, California’s Code of Regulations prohibits the traffic department from operating all-black vehicles.

The Santa Monica College Public Policy Institute held a town hall meeting on May 15 to try and answer a question: will America’s judiciary uphold the Constitution?

Club América and Chivas host the first ever Clásico Femenil match in the United States at BMO Stadium as the rivalry between both clubs intensified.

Santa Monica College (SMC) architecture students win big at Design Village 2025, showcasing creativity, teamwork and hands-on construction excellence.

Students unleashed their creativity and control over paint pouring at an art workshop hosted by the Foster Youth Service Support Programs at Santa Monica College.

The Global Motion World Dance Company prepares for their Spring performances.

Tony Lopez was two classes away from completing his associates in nursing when he was apprehended and detained by ICE on his way to school. He was subsequently deported to Mexico.

Following a Special Election to fill vacant seats, the 2025-26 Board of Directors is finally fully occupied. No Campaign Violations were reported in this election cycle, but some warnings were issued.

Palestinian Youth Movement declares a Global Day of Action for Gaza protest on April 25, which three countries and 10 cities participated in.

Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 721 holds a 48-hour Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike over 44 alleged labor law violations.

 A raucous Town Hall by Rep. Brad Sherman sparked lively argument and debate, particularly on transgender rights, pro-Palestine efforts and anti-Trump combat.