Team USA Escapes Embarrassment, Advances to Knockout Round of the World Baseball Classic
Manager Mark DeRosa’s blunder ultimately does not cost Team USA a chance at the WBC title and trophy.
Bob Reynolds takes Performing Arts Center Stage
Grammy-winning jazz saxophonist Bob Reynolds made a notable performance with his quartet at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center on March 6.
A Pleading Petition to End Unruly Petitioners on Campus
While the presence of petitioners promotes civic participation, students shouldn’t have to feel solicited while walking on campus.
Frieze Art Fair at Santa Monica
Many international artists and galleries came together at the Santa Monica Airport on Feb. 26 for Frieze Los Angeles, a three-day art fair.
Associated students board of directors divided by ideological differences attempts to reunite
Despite personal and professional differences, the SMC Board of Directors emphasized the importance of unity while addressing conflict between board members and the student trustee.
Suns Out, Corsairs Out
SMC Corsairs enjoy a competitive practice before their first conference match against Santa Barbara City College and Moorpark College.
“Point for Corsairs” SMC Men’s volleyball
Santa Monica College Men’s volleyball, aggressive, disciplined and determined. Claim yet another victory, this time from Antelope Valley College.
Savy King is Back
Angel City’s 21-year-old star defender is back after recovering from a cardiac arrest on the field in May 2025.
Three-Set Thrillers Decide Tennis Corsairs’ Loss to Ventura College
Despite wins from captains, Santa Monica College’s women’s tennis team dropped a tightly contested Western State Conference match to Ventura College, 3–6, at home.
Avi Avital and Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Juxtapose Tradition and Modern Energy at BroadStage
Grammy-nominated mandolinist Avi Avital and premier historically informed ensemble Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale spanned centuries with their spring concert at BroadStage.
Light that Lasts - Blue Fier Remembered through SMC Celebration of Life Exhibit
The SMC Photography Department opened a two-week exhibition in the Photography Gallery in Drescher Hall to celebrate the life and work of longtime photography professor, Blue Fier. His four decades of creative exploration and 25 years of teaching continue to shape the department he helped define.
SMC drops Northern region opener to Santa Barbara.
First north region volleyball conference game of the season for Santa Monica College, and Los Vaqueros took the lead on game one. (3-1)
SMC softball loses 25-15 at home against Los Angeles Valley College.
SMC’s non-conference game against LAVC ended in a 25-15 loss after the Corsairs held a small lead at the end of the fourth inning.
Open your mind! Can psychedelics heal trauma and treat mental illnesses?
Microdosing or macrodosing: Has a cultural shift and increased medical interest led to a growing trend of psychedelic use in America?
SMC equity efforts undercut by English tutor layoffs
SMC to layoff four English instructional tutors, despite not being able to close equity gaps amongst students.
Dancing Well: Reimagining Movement as a Healing Practice
SMC students explore the connection between dance, wellness and creativity in a masterclass led by dancer, holistic healer and yoga instructor Naomi Hutchinson.
Reset and Respond: Corsairs Bounce Back in Match Against Moorpark Raiders
Santa Monica College Men’s volleyball step on to the Moorpark court, high hopes and a desire to stay on the winning side of their 6-5 ledger.
The Corsairs sweep the beach.
The SMC Corsairs women's volleyball team had a perfect match against San Diego City College.
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson's visit to SMC in 1988 and remembrance of his life.
Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and former state senator passed away on Feb. 17, visited SMC in 1988 to inaugurate a sculpture that stands on campus today.