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Campus Life

As an SMC student, you are part of a unique and diverse community. SMC offers its students an enriched environment and opportunities for you to succeed in all of your goals, and we are always here to help you during your journey. Check this page out for a glimpse of life on campus here at beautiful SMC.

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Upcoming Events

SMC College Fair

Engage with over 150 colleges and university representatives who are ready to address your inquiries about transfer admissions.

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Midterm Motivation

Check out all the college resources available to support you!

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Fuel for Finals

Free breakfast, snacks, and lunch on all the campuses.

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Events Throughout the Year

SMC Graduate

Graduation

Celebrate the accomplishments of your fellow students.

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Celebrate America

Our annual Fourth of July celebration.

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Homecoming Week

Homecoming Week

Always a fun event to reconnect, revisit, and there's football too. 

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New to SMC?

Learn more about our annual VIP Welcome Day! VIP Welcome Day is all about YOU, the new student! You're our "VIP's" here at SMC!

During our annual VIP Welcome Day events every fall, you’ll have the opportunity to meet other students, join in on activities, tours, and workshops, and make valuable connections with SMC’s diverse community of faculty and staff.

Even if you missed this event, you can visit the VIP Welcome Day website to find helpful information!

VIP Welcome Day

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Next up on the SMC Calendar

Full Calendar
Dec 9
Dec 11
Fuel for Finals Week

Fuel for Finals Week

12 a.m. - 12 a.m. Santa Monica College
Dec 9
Color Your Calm

Color Your Calm

12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Student Equity Center, Cayton - Lower level
Jan 20
Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration 2025

Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration 2025

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Soka Gakkai International (SGI) Auditorium

 

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