Meet the Peer Navigators

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• MajorFilm
• SMC Area of InterestArts, Media & Entertainment

Alexa is an Animo Venice Charter High alum. Her advice for new students: Don’t fear failure. Failure will be your best friend and you’ll learn the most valuable lessons from it.

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• MajorCommunications
• SMC Area of InterestArts, Media & Entertainment

Camila attended High School in El Salvador! Her advice for new students: Take it day by day, but also make decisions according to your goals. If you plan on doing something, know that all the choices you make are going to influence your achievement of that.

Top Transfer Schools: UCLA, UCSB, UCSD, or UC Davis

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• MajorPhotography
• SMC Area of InterestArts, Media & Entertainment

Carlos is a Hollywood Senior High alum. His advice for new students: Professors and counselors are there to help you succeed and often times, will go the extra mile or make accommodations for you if you ask for help.

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• MajorFashion Design
• SMC Area of InterestArts, Media & Entertainment

Channel is a Rabouine High (New Orleans) alum. Her advice to new students: Do not get overwhelmed being in a new setting. Everyone is in school for the same reason.

Top Transfer Schools: UCLA, Woodbury University

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• MajorFilm & Media Studies/Creative Writing
• SMC Area of InterestArts, Media & Entertainment

Kayla is a San Rafael High alum. Her advice for new students: Don't stress yourself out over the little things. It will all turn out well with the patience and some music along the way :)

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• MajorBusiness MGMT
• SMC Area of InterestBusiness

Alexia received a GED. Her advice for new students: Be confident and put in the work! You can achieve anything you want as long as you put the work in to make it a reality.

Top Transfer School: Pepperdine, Go Waves!

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• MajorBusiness
• SMC Area of InterestBusiness

Diana is a local, a SAMO High alum. Go Vikings! Her advice for new students: Try not to overload yourself, you should always put your health first.

Top Transfer Schools: UCLA, UCI, USC

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• MajorBusiness
• SMC Area of InterestBusiness

Lesley is a Mervyn Dymally High alum. Her advice for new students: Take advantage of opportunities and resources presented to you. Don’t get discouraged by mistakes or unfamiliar information.

Top Transfer Schools: UCLA, UC Berkeley, USC

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• MajorHistory
• SMC Area of InterestCulture, History & Languages

Ahmad is LACES High alum. His advice for new students: I encourage students to try to interact with other students and build connections with people that can be helpful in the future.

Top Transfer School: UCLA, UCSB, CSULB

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• MajorCommunications
• SMC Area of InterestCulture, History & Languages

Amar is a South Pasadena High alum. His advice for new students: Meet with a counselor and plan out your goals. Get involved in as many clubs and activities on campus as you can.

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• MajorCreative Writing
• SMC Area of InterestCulture, History & Languages

Luka is a City of Angels High alum. His advice for new students: I want to remind you not to overwhelm yourself, we are here to help you every step of the way.

Top Transfer Schools: Arizona State University, go Sun Devils!

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• MajorNursing
• SMC Area of InterestHealth & Wellness

Alyssa is a Sonora High alum. Her advice for new students: Ask for help, it's important, and there are many people who want to help you out and see you succeed.

Top Transfer School: UCLA, UCI, CSULB

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• MajorPsychology
• SMC Area of InterestHealth & Wellness

Kiara is a Palisades Charter High alum. Her advice for new students: Establish a routine/safe place or activity because college can become overwhelming very quickly; however, having a balanced routine and finding a healthy coping skill allows for a healthy balance between college and mental health.

Top Transfer Schools: UCLA or UCSD - a future Bruin or Triton!

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• MajorRespiratory Care
• SMC Area of InterestHealth & Wellness

Nahom is a High School graduate from Sweden! His advice for new students: Try to be open minded.

Top Transfer Schools: UCLA - a future Bruin!

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• MajorAnthropology
• SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society

Camila is a Bright Star Charter alum. Her advice for new students: Dont be afraid to ask questions.

Top Transfer Schools: UCLA or USCD - a future Bruin or Triton!

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• MajorPsychology
• SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society

Chloe is a Palisades Charter High alum. Her advice for new students: The best time to take risks is now. Join that club, take the class that intimidates you but challenges you to aim higher, and immerse yourself in every experience you can grasp on to. College is meant to shape and mold you into the person you're meant to be, so take advantage of all opportunities presented and never sell yourself short!

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• MajorPsychology
• SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society

Kacey is a St. Monica High alum. Her advice for new students: Starting a new chapter in life, like college, is something to be proud of. Most importantly, always ask questions and let curiosity get the best of you because it might lead you to new doors in your life.

Top Transfer School: UCLA, UCB, UCSB, LMU, USC

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• MajorCommunicat Studies
• SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society

Kathy is a Hollywood High alum. Her advice for new students: If you have no idea what interests you don't worry, SMC has so many clubs and classes to help you find your best interests. It may feel scary to step foot on a college campus but they're so welcoming!

Top Transfer Schools: CSUN or CSULA - a future Matador or Golden Eagle!

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• MajorPsychology
• SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society

Noelle is a Culver City High alum. Her advice for new students: Don't be afraid to talk to new people! :)

Top Transfer School: UCLA, UCSD, UCSB, UCI, UCB, SD State

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• MajorPolitical Science
• SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society

Omar is a Bishop Alemany High alum. His advice for new students: Set goals for your time at SMC and plan ahead to achieve these goals. Don't be afraid to ask for help and be aware of all the resources available to you that SMC has to offer.

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• MajorCommunication Studies
• SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society

Shaeveon is a Carman-Ainsworth High (Michigan) alum. Her advice for new students: The two best gifts you could ever give yourself are the gift of education and the gift of allowing others to help you on your journey.

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• MajorPsychology
• SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society

Taliya is a Culver City High alum. Her advice for new students: Don't be afraid to ask for help.

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• MajorPolitical Science/Latin American Studies
• SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society

Victor completed his GED all the way from Rio De Janeiro, Brazil! His advice for new students: It is vital to take it day-by- day and to trust in yourself. Ask for help whenever you need it. You are not alone.

Top Transfer School: UCLA, CAL State LA -  a future Bruin or Golden Eagle!

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• MajorEngineering
• SMC Area of InterestSTEM

Obed graduated HIgh School in Lagos! His advice for new students: Don't be afraid to ask for help. There are lots of resources here to ensure a great college experience, use it!!

Top Transfer School: UCLA, UCR, UCSD, CSULB

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• MajorElectrical Engineering & Computer Science
• SMC Area of InterestSTEM

Andi is a Ronal Reagan High alum (TX). Her advice for new students: Ask all the questions! Ask the person next to you if they want to study and grab coffee. Everyone is on the same boat, so don't be afraid to make the first move! Ask your professors on what opportunities they know about, more clarification, or even what their favorite movie is! The SMC staff and community is happy to help you succeed any way they can.... so ask ask ask away!

Top Transfer School: UC Berkeley, Cornell - a future Bear!

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• MajorNeuroscience
• SMC Area of InterestSTEM

Dekel is a HS graduate from Torah High School in San Diego. Her advice to new students: Don’t get too overwhelmed yet by the amount of coursework you have. Just breathe and take a step back to analyze your schedule, and set it up in a way where you allow yourself to have free time.

Top Transfer School: UCLA, UCSB, UCSC

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• MajorBiology
• SMC Area of InterestSTEM

Gabriella is a OFL Charter High alum. Her advice for new students: Don't be afraid to ask questions! I am here to help you succeed.

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• MajorPhysics
• SMC Area of InterestSTEM

River is a Georgia Cyber Academy alum. His advice for new students: Don't worry about getting overwhelmed, you have plenty of time. Just focus and do your best to enjoy your time, learning and creating a community.

Top Transfer School: UC System.

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• MajorComputer Science
• SMC Area of InterestSTEM

Harley is a Royal High alum. Her advice for new students: Don't be shy to ask for help when you need to. Especially at SMC, we always have counselors, mentors, and tutors that are glad to give you a hand. In addition, I would recommend you all to plan ahead for your future, such as your education and career. I think it's one of the good ways to keep track of every step you need to complete and help you to reach your goals. Lastly. join clubs and programs to enhance your college experience. 

Top Transfer School: UC, Cal State, USC

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• MajorMath
• SMC Area of InterestSTEM

Micheal is a Lawndale High alum. His advice for new students: When going to college, be open to taking risks and finding comfort in the uncomfortable. Sometimes the right path can be the one that makes you the most uneasy!

Top Transfer School: UCLA or UC Berkeley - a future Bruin or Bear!

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• MajorPublic Policy
• SMC Area of InterestSTEM

Sabah is a Culver City High alum. Her advice for new students: Take everything one day at a time and enjoy every minute of everyday :))

Top Transfer School: USC - a future Trojan!