students 2d agoUnreadPearl's Picks of the Week💙💛Happy Monday, Corsairs! Pearl is excited to keep finding fun events and tips for our students. Check out Pearl's Picks of the best events and resources for this week, May 11th - May 16th: 📅 Monday, May 11th The Life Hack Lab
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Online
What: Manage stress, regulate emotions, and improve relationship skills.
View event details đź“…Tuesday, May 12th Tea Time with Transfer
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Student Services Center Transfer Lounge (SSC 230)
What: Thinking about transfer? Join Tea Time with Transfer for a warm, welcoming space to get personalized guidance, explore resources, and ask questions — no matter where you are in your transfer journey. Let's make it a success, one cup of tea at a time. Food will be provided. (while supplies last)
View event details On-the-Spot Admissions Day
When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Student Services Center Transfer Lounge (SSC 230)
What: Still looking for a school to transfer to? Students will meet with an admissions representative who will carefully review your documents and make an admission decision for you immediately. You'll find out whether or not you were accepted right away—no waiting, no worries!
Participating schools: Azusa Pacific University, CSU Channel Islands, CSU Northridge, Grand Canyon University, Loyola Marymount University, Mount Saint Mary's University
View event details Author Talk with Dr. Vivienne Ming
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Online
What: Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. Vivienne Ming as we discuss her new book, Robot-Proof: When Machines Have All the Answers, Build Better People.
View event details Women & Femme of Color Collective: Echoes of Peace Soundbath
When:2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Student Equity Center (Cayton Lower Level, MPR/Room 10)
What:Join us for a calming sound bath designed to help you rest, reset, and restore. Through soothing vibrations and gentle tones, you'll be guided into a peaceful state of relaxation and mindful presence.
View event details đź“…Wednesday, May 13th My Engineering Adventure
When: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Where: Drescher Hall (DRSCHR 111)
What: Northrop Grumman Speaker Series, Speaker: Jon Arenberg
View event details Nursing: The Transfer Option
When:3:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Online
What: This workshop is intended for students who are preparing to transfer to BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) Programs. The workshop will cover topics related to all Nursing degree options (ADN, BSN, MSN) leading to RN (Registered Nursing) licensure, pre-requisite courses, admission and licensure requirements, helpful websites and resources, etc.
View event details đź“…Friday, May 15th STEM Student Poster Symposium
When:10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where:Math & Science Building
What: Join us to discover the exciting STEM research being done by our students! Come explore projects developed through class work, independent studies, internships, and other research experiences. This event is a chance to learn about innovative ideas, ask questions, and support your peers as they share their work with the campus community. Awards will be presented to recognize outstanding posters and research.
View event details Emilia Yin of Make Room Gallery
When:12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where:Art Complex Room A118
What: Join us on Fridays for Visiting Arts Professional Talks, hosted by the Art 80, 82, and 84 Exhibition & Display Courses.
View event details SMC Percussion Ensemble
When:1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Where:SMC Performing Arts Center, The Music Hall
What: Megumi Smith, Director. Get ready for an exciting show! The SMC Percussion Ensemble brings a vibrant, creative, and high-energy performance of percussion music, covering a variety of styles.
View event details SMC Vocal Jazz Ensemble
When:7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Where:SMC Performing Arts Center, The Eli & Edythe Broad Stage
What: Marisa Bradfield, Director. Experience an evening of vocal jazz that blends Latin rhythms, R&B, and the energy of swing and bebop all into one night. This eclectic program celebrates the diversity and breadth of jazz with both ensemble arrangements and solo performances. A night you won't want to miss!
View event details đź“… Saturday, May 16th SMC's Annual Family Concert
When: 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Where: SMC Performing Arts Center, The Music Hall
What: Join us for the SMC Music DepartmentĂs 5th Annual Children's Concert, a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of music, community, and collaboration. The event aims to inspire young audiences through engaging performances that showcase the beauty and joy of music. All ages welcome!
View event details See you at all of these amazing events!
students 4d agoUnreadCanvas Service Fully Restored for SMC Users, Internal Security Validation CompleteMay 8, 2026 Dear SMC Community: I am pleased to inform you that Santa Monica College’s Information Technology (IT) Department has completed all the remediation steps recommended by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office Security Center, along with our own internal security validations. Canvas access has now been fully restored for all SMC students, faculty, and staff.
Many thanks to our IT Department for diligently monitoring this situation and working to restore this critical service, taking every safety measure and best practice into consideration. Continue to cultivate good cybersecurity habits, to keep yourselves (and your information) safe. Here, again, are a few tips and helpful information: Avoid clicking on unexpected links or pop ups Do not share personal, financial, or login information in response to unfamiliar messages Report suspicious emails immediately to:
Students: StudentITHelp@smc.edu For General Canvas Support:
Ph: 1-844-303-0352Again, thank you for your patience and flexibility as the College, the IT Department, and an expanded group of SMC personnel worked to help restore Canvas services and communicate up-to-date developments to our community. We will continue to remain vigilant in protecting the SMC community, both online and off, and will make it a priority to monitor Canvas and assess changes as needed. Additional updates will be posted, as the need arises, on the Canvas Outage Updates webpage.
Students should continue to monitor their SMC email and Canvas for updates from their instructor. Please be patient as instructors also work through delays caused by this unexpected situation.
Wishing you the very best, for the rest of the Spring ’26 semester—and beyond!
Sincerely,
Kathryn E. Jeffery, Ph.D.
Superintendent/President- students 5d agoUnreadUpdate on Canvas cybersecurity incident, monitor your SMC emailDear SMC Student: We are writing to provide an update on the Instructure cybersecurity incident that is impacting Canvas users at Santa Monica College, across the California Community Colleges system, and nationwide. Canvas is currently down systemwide; SMC’s IT Department has disabled the ability for our users to login to the Canvas page through our website, out of an abundance of caution, instead redirecting users to a webpage where the latest updates are posted. The Latest Update: Students, please monitor your SMC student email to receive the latest updates from your instructor and from the College. As of this evening, Instructure is reporting that Canvas has been placed in maintenance mode. Their update reads: “We anticipate being up soon, and will provide updates as soon as possible.” Safety Precautions: SMC Academic Affairs and faculty leadership are discussing ways to ensure continuity of instruction & services in the event that the Canvas outage continues to persist. Based on this evening’s update, we are cautiously optimistic that the system will be restored in the very near future. Please continue to take the following precautions, at all times: Do not click on suspicious links, pop-ups, or unexpected messages from Canvas. Do not provide personal, financial, or login information in response to unfamiliar prompts. For more information (from the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, Updated 10:30 a.m., May 7, 2026): Questions and Answers related to this cybersecurity incident (PDF). We will continue to provide regular updates and guidance to the college community, and want to reiterate that, at this time, there is no indication that Santa Monica College systems have been compromised. We realize that this disruption comes at an extremely inconvenient time, as students and faculty prepare for finals. The College is committed to supporting our community through this time of uncertainty. Protecting the privacy and security of student and employee information remains a top priority; the College’s IT Department and our Information Systems Security Officer continue to monitor this situation around the clock, and is interfacing with the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, Instructure (Canvas), and our technology partners to ensure that the SMC community is receiving the latest information. Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we navigate this situation. Kathryn E. Jeffery, Ph.D.
Superintendent/President - students 5/5/2026UnreadOpt-in Messages 🔔Hey Corsairs! Want to get notifications that actually matter to you? 📲 SMC GO opt‑in channels let you choose the updates you care about most, from food alerts and basic needs to transfer, student life, and more. 📱 What are Opt‑In Channels on SMC GO? Opt‑in channels are customizable notification channels inside the SMC GO app. Get pop‑ups and banner notifications about events, deadlines, and resources that match your interests. Choose from channels like Student Life and Events, Food Bell, Transfer and Counseling, etc.. Opt out anytime if a channel no longer fits your needs. ▶️ Watch: How to Use Opt‑In Channels Tap the image below to watch a quick walkthrough of SMC GO opt‑in channels.
students 5/4/2026Unreadđź“… EOPS Spring 2026 – Third Contact PeriodThe EOPS Spring 2026 third contact period runs from May 4 through June 18, 2026. During this time, you are required to meet one on one with an EOPS counselor for your final check-in of the semester. đź•’ Contact Period Details Dates: May 4 – June 18, 2026 Location: Student Services Center (SSC 238) Together, you’ll review your progress, update your educational plan, confirm any outstanding requirements, and plan for the next term. If you are graduating, completing a certificate, or preparing to transfer, your counselor will help you ensure all steps are completed and connect you with any resources or support you may need to finish successfully. Meeting this contact is essential to stay in good standing with EOPS and make sure you finish the semester strong. If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email dsps@smc.edu or call 310‑434‑4265 at least 5 business days prior. ♿
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