Student Support

Activities & Events

Check out fun activities to connect with other SMC International Students

 

Student Social Opportunities

student flying kite at beach

Kite Decorating

TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2024 | 11:00 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. at SSC 3rd Floor Lounge, in front of IEC

 

Join the IEC in decorating your kite! There will be drinks and snacks to help with your creativity!

 

We will Not be flying the Kites on campus, but we encourage you to take your kite to the beach and watch your creation sore!

Amusement Park

Knott's Berry Farm

SATURDAY, MAY 25, 2024 | 12:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.

 

Knott's Berry Farm has provided thrills and delights for
decades. This theme park has over 40 rides within 4
themed areas, including roller coasters, water rides, and
more!
Come celebrate the end of Spring 2024 semester with your
fellow SMC international students!
Don’t forget water, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes!

How to Sign Up:

1. Visit the International Education Center office
2. Fill out a sign-up form
3. Pay a non-refundable $10 deposit (cash and exact change)

Deposits will not be returned for this event.


*Participants must be SMC F-1 International Students.
*Participants under 18 years old require an extra waiver to participate.

Students giving a high five

Open House

Check your email for the open house zoom event later in the semester!

Are you ready to obtain the secrets of living as an international student at SMC and the first-hand experience of the vibrant culture of Los Angeles? Or, perhaps you have inquiries regarding housing, social events, and yearn for some quality interaction? If so, we invite you to our exclusive IEC Peer Mentor "Open House”. This is a unique chance to connect with one of our knowledgeable student mentors and one of our staff members who can provide firsthand information and address any of your questions.


Zoom meeting room: 981 9113 2211


An unstructured hour to chat with IEC Peer Mentors, meet new friends, ask questions!

 

SMC International Student Forum

Meetings will resume in the Fall 2023 semester.

Watch this space for meeting details!


Email:  internationalstudentforumsmc@gmail.com
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SMC Student Clubs

These clubs are for all students both domestic and international.
Most of them have online meetings
while campus is closed. 
SMC CLUBS

Associated Students (A.S.) and Student Clubs

Want to make a difference on campus and make friends at the same time? The Associated Students (A.S.) work hard to represent the interests of the student body & make important changes regarding student life at Santa Monica College.  By participating in student government you can help make sure the students' voices will be heard.   A.S. also oversees the student campus clubs for students with special interests in areas such as science, sports, creative arts, business and industry, service and recreation. Club activities include business meetings, field trips, concerts, lectures, forums and social events. All clubs, except the Honor Scholarship Society (which requires specific qualifications), are open to all students. California law forbids secret fraternities and sororities in public community colleges. 

For more information, visit SMC's Associated Students for information about clubs and other campus-wide activities.