Protest pileup on road to Oscars
In protest of the Oscars, differing political groups occupied the streets, resulting in citations.
“Judith is the Math Lab”: Students revolt against Math Lab food ban, coordinator demotion
The contentious ban on food in the Math Lab is compounded with the demotion of tutoring coordinator Judith Eckstein.
Fired from National Park Service, rangers still speak for the trees
In the Santa Monica Mountains, Resistance Rangers protested federal layoffs.
Three years into a “three-day war”
Stand With Ukraine held their annual patriotic rally in Santa Monica
The Art of the Political Third Place
‘A Day Without Immigrants’ serves as a prudent third place for the undocumented.
50501 allyship collects in L.A.
Los Angeles joined state capitals in protesting Project 2025 and President Trump’s executive orders.
Inaugural protests demo differing rhetoric, surprising congruity
In response to Trump’s inauguration, citizens of Los Angeles rallied behind a multitude of ideologies.
‘I think they’re making us lookouts’: M&O Demand Changes to Wildfire Protocols
Maintenance and Operations sound off on work summons during deadly wildfires
Drive-by donations, money requested at Fire Relief Resource Drive
The College’s Disaster Support is in need of economic and physical funding.
Altruism in Tragedy: Shelter, Support, Community
Fleeing Angelenos find security and comfort at Westwood and Pan Pacific shelters.
‘Fire year’ erupts in Pacific Palisades
The Palisades Fire hit Los Angeles and is spreading rapidly, stifling containment efforts.
CMD Shooting Under Scrutiny: BoT Approves Outside Investigators
SMC Board of Trustees moves to hire OIR Group to investigate the Oct. 14 shooting.
Crews Contain Franklin Fire, Weakened by Humidity
The Franklin fire in Malibu has reached 20% containment with steady progress.
A lively ode to symbol
Palestinian Youth Movement convened in Santa Monica to disrupt flow of commerce.
‘A smile saved in a silent ponder’
Loved ones and supporting community members joined together to pay their respects to longtime SMC faculty member, Felicia Hudson.
Mourning Felicia Hudson By Sunset
The night after her passing, those who loved Felicia Hudson shared their initial impressions on the subject of their grief.
Diversity of Glass Art Celebrated in “Still Blowin’” Exhibition
42 years and going strong, the Barret Art Gallery showcased SMCs talented glass-blowing artists
The bann’d book is ideology
Even in the absence of books, the bookbanning craze is perpetually relevant
Abdo: A Firebrand’s Endurance
Former mayor Judy Abdo, known for progressive advocacy, offers an informed perspective on the election.
On a Deep Exhale
Santa Monica College resettles after tense election, some more quickly restored than others.