Political Scientist at Work: Corey Cook on Being a Go-to Analyst in an Election Shaped by Bay Area History and Politics

Most Gaels know him as Executive Vice President and Provost. As a scholar who has researched Bay Area politics for decades, Cook’s insights are in demand amidst a tumultuous electoral season.

by Hayden Royster | October 8, 2024

SMC’s New Late Night Leadership Series Meets Students Where They’re At—and Equips Them for Changemaking

Hosted by the Division of Student Life, the series gives students an opportunity to explore their potential, develop essential leadership skills, and foster a sense of community on campus.

by Student Life and Marketing and Communications Staff | September 20, 2024

First Year Olympics: A Twenty Year Tradition Going Strong—and Mitty Hall With the Win for 2024!

Volleyball, dodgeball, and the cardboard canoe race are just a few of the competitions that bring out the best in Gael Spirit.

by Rebecca Harper, Campus Recreation | September 9, 2024

How to Get a Job Right Out of College: Graduates from the Class of 2024 Share Their Advice

After graduating in May, these Gaels are going on to work in fields like marketing and education and join companies like Wells Fargo and BlackRock. Their recommendations: take advantage of job fairs, professor office hours, and the SMC Career Center.

by Hayden Royster , Staff Writer | August 9, 2024

At the 2024 High Potential Graduate Celebration, Students Mark ‘Carrying the Dreams’ of Loved Ones Across the Finish Line

For those first-generation and low-income students in the High Potential Program, Commencement has added weight. Forty-four HP members are graduating on May 25 —a poignant highlight in the Program’s 50th year.

by Hayden Royster, Staff Writer | May 24, 2024

Honoring the ‘Resilience’ of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander Gaels at the 22nd API Graduate Celebration

For members of the Class of 2024, the event was a chance to mark how far they’ve come amidst unprecedented times—and the loved ones who helped them get to where they are.

by Hayden Royster , Staff Writer | May 22, 2024
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