Geriatrics get down for Tesla Takedown
Concerned citizens and SMC staffers rallied at Tesla facilities across the country and the planet to air every last grievance about the current state of the federal government.
“Oxymoronic,” “harmful,” not “actionable” enough: Students and community members voice criticisms of SJP resolution
The A.S. ballot features a resolution by Students for Justice in Palestine that sparked controversy among Jewish students, the Jewish student center, and even students who “support SJP wholeheartedly.”
A.S. Director candidates face trial by fire at the Corsair’s Election Forum
Candidates running for next year’s student government faced a jury of their peers, who brought the heat.
SMC Film Club Is Trying to Fix the CMD
The SMC Film Club will introduce three initiatives this Fall semester to address long-standing issues at the CMD campus.
Corsair Connect to Undergo Redesign After 17 Years
Corsair Connect will be receiving an update focused on accessibility and improved features.
Wildlife Rescue Response After Orange County Oil Spill
A look into the massive wildlife rescue response in the wake of the devastating Orange County oil spill.
Almost Back in Business
Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica, Calif. on May 17, 2021. For the first time since mask mandates began, people in Los Angeles County are allowed in public areas without masks. (Maxim Elramsisy | The Corsair)
California Governor Approves Bill Tightening Regulations on Vaccine Exemptions
California Senate Bill 276, signed into law on Sept. 9, 2019, places tighter regulations on medical exemptions given for children’s vaccines. The bill cements a deadline of Jan. 1, 2021, for the State Department of Public Health (CDPH) to create a standardized form system through California’s Immunization Registry for approving and tracking exemptions.
Pathways Redesign Team Presents Report to Board of Trustees
During the latest Board of Trustees meeting, representatives from the Guided Pathways redesign team presented a report to the Board, updating them on the progress in implementing the new Pathways framework.
UC Discussing Possible Increase in Opportunity for Community College Transfers
The UC system could soon be offering an increased rate of guaranteed admission for students transferring from California community colleges like SMC.
A.S. Candidate Reported to Campus Disciplinarian Over Allegations of Intimidation
Two days into the Associated Students election, Santa Monica College’s election committee gathered in the Cayton Center’s conference room. Three violations were discussed, one of which resulted in one A.S. candidate being reported to the campus disciplinarian for allegations of a threat.
SMC, City of Santa Monica to Break Ground on Early Childhood Lab School
Lab school will provide SMC students a place to get hands-on experience working with young students.