EOPS

Upcoming Activities

EOPS Suite Workshops & Activities

EOPS Suite Spring 2025 Workshops

Workshops are open all students in the following programs: EOPS/CARE, CalWORKs, DREAM, NextUP/Guardian Scholars, Pico Partnership and RISING.

EOPS Workshop Participation Guidelines

Active Participation: Students must actively participate and engage in both virtual and in-person workshops.

EOPS Workshop Credit: Students may fulfill their EOPS workshop requirement by attending workshops from the approved list provided. For any alternative options, please get in touch with us at EOPSinfo@smc.edu for approval.

Sign-In Requirement: Students must sign in at workshops hosted by sponsoring programs. If a sign-in sheet is provided, students must self-identify as EOPS participants to receive workshop credit.

Schedule Updates: Workshop times are subject to change. Please follow the host's RSVP instructions for the most up-to-date scheduling details.

Completion Deadline: To meet program requirements, EOPS workshops must be completed by the end of each Fall and Spring semester.

Questions? Please email us at EOPSinfo@smc.edu.

Spring 2025 Workshops

Workshop Date and Time Registration

Yoga for Stress Relief

Join our Wellness Counselor, Susana Stewart for a gentle yoga practice to assist in releasing stress and increasing your well-being. No experience is needed.

Last Wednesday of the Month

2 - 3 p.m.

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Bookmark It! Workshop

Combines a DIY Board and Goal Setting activity into one overall goal. Students will create a DIY Bookmark that they can use for their textbooks or personal readings.

Monday, March 3, 2025

11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

In-Person; Student Services Center, Room 225 (Near the EOPS Office)

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Skills for College Success

College is an exciting time of learning and growth. This workshop will cover essential skills to navigate the college experience including study skills and time management. All are welcome and invited to attend! 

Monday, March 10, 2025

11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Via Zoom

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Personal Finance Workshop

In this one-hour workshop, students learn fundamental financial planning skills such as budgeting, savings, wise spending, tax planning, credit and debt management, and investment. Workshops are offered via Zoom.

Thursday, March 27, 2025

11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Via Zoom - Pre-registration not required.

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How to Use AI Effectively For Your Classes!

This workshop is for students who want to learn how to use AI tools to support their learning and academic performance. We’ll dive into easy, practical ways to add AI to your study routine.

Thursday, April 3, 2025

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Via Zoom

 

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DONUT Stress Workshop

Community Space where students can stop by our office and enjoy a donut/pastry during the middle of the semeter to check-in with EOPS Suite Counselors and be in community with one another. Opportunity to network, scheudle a counseling meeting if needed, and enjoy some arts and crafts.

Monday, April 7, 2025

11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

In-Person; Student Services Center, Room 225 (Near the EOPS Office)

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Finding Your Calm When Life Gets Intense

You are invited to learn self-soothing strategies to support the exciting time of being a college student. All are welcome and invited to attend!

Monday, April 28, 2025

11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

In-Person; Student Services Center, Room 225 (Near the EOPS Office)

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2025 Men of Color Leadership Conference

Join us for a day filled with empowering discussions, networking opportunities, and inspiring speakers. This in-person event is designed to unite men of color from all walks of life to share experiences, learn from each other, and take action toward positive change. Let's elevate men of color in higher education.

 

The event is free of charge, so please only RSVP if you plan to attend because space is limited. 

Friday, May 9, 2025

8a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

In-Person; Santa Monica College Main Campus | 1900 Pico Blvd Santa Monica, CA, 90405.

 

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DONUT Stress Workshop

Community Space where students can stop by our office and enjoy a donut/pastry during the middle of the semeter to check-in with EOPS Suite Counselors and be in community with one another. Opportunity to network, scheudle a counseling meeting if needed, and enjoy some arts and crafts.

Monday, June 2, 2025

11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

In-Person; Student Services Center, Room 225 (Near the EOPS Office)

 

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Spring 2025 Transfer Center Workshops

*Ask Presenter for Workshop Attendance Verification* Email Verifications to EOPSinfo@smc.edu

*Alternative Option*

Hybrid; In-Person/Virtual

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Student Lingo Online Workshops

*Email Certificate to EOPSinfo@smc.edu/ Include Your SMC Student ID Number*

*Alternative Option"

Virtual; Online Workshops

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