- PronounsHe/Him
- MajorCognitive Science
- SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society
Aaron's advice for new students: Give it your all and you will see results.
- PronounsShe/Hers
- MajorPsychology
- SMC Area of InterestPeople & Society
Angel's advice for new students: Don't be afraid to reach out, there is no such thing as a stupid question. Put yourself out there and make meaningful connections early! Also, very important, you are exactly where you should be; the path you are on is the one for you and it is all playing out for a reason. Care for yourself by working for the life that you know you deserve.
- PronounsShe/Her
- MajorBusiness
- SMC Area of InterestBusiness
Daniela's advice for new students: Try a little bit of everything; don't be afraid to switch it up.
- PronounsShe/Her
- MajorChemical Engineering
- SMC Area of InterestSTEM
Dulce's advice for new students: Planification.
- PronounsHe/Him
- MajorCommunications
- SMC Area of Interest
Arts, Media & Entertainment
El's advice for new students: Keep moving forward! Remember manage your time effectively and stay productive. Make time for yourself, your friends, and your family; school isn't everything and make sure to remember, you have a life too just be responsible about it! Take care of yourself and each other!
- PronounsShe/Her
- MajorEngineering
- SMC Area of InterestSTEM
Isabella's advice for new students: Explore all and everything! You are in control of your life so live it to the fullest.
- PronounsShe/Her
- MajorAccounting
- SMC Area of InterestBusiness
Jasmin's advice for new students: Take your time and learn at your own pace, don't be quick to overwhelm yourself!
- PronounsHe/Him
- MajorEngineering
- SMC Area of InterestSTEM
Kaleb's advice for new students: Don't hold yourself back. Learn to enjoy putting yourself in new environments.
- PronounsShe/Her/Theirs
- MajorChild and Adolescent Development
- SMC Area of InterestEducation
Keeleshaye's advice for new students: The transition to college can be new and challenging. It’s important to build a strong support network that caters to your personal, lived experience. Don’t be afraid to connect and take advantage of the resources our campus and community has to offer.
- PronounsHe/Him/His
- MajorChemistry
- SMC Area of InterestSTEM
Luis' advice for new students: Make friends or connections here at SMC! During your classes or in clubs, there’s always someone like you ready to chat. Also, Your friend groups can turn into study groups which are super helpful. These groups can motivate you to study and push yourself during finals week, before exams, and complete hard homework assignments. Overall, don’t be shy to speak with your classmates, just say hello or good morning to break the ice.
- PronounsShe/Her
- MajorAccounting or Business
- SMC Area of InterestBusiness
Marlen's advice for new students: Navigating new environments during drastic changes is scary for everyone, and asking for help and guidance is totally okay. The Peer Navigators have all been in your shoes, which is why we're a perfect resource to use when guidance and redirection is needed.
- PronounsHe/Him
- MajorArchitecture
- SMC Area of InterestArts, Media, & Entertainment
Melvin's advice for new students: Work hard and believe in yourself and don't be too hard on yourself.
- PronounsShe/Her
- MajorCommunications
- SMC Area of InterestArts, Media, & Entertainment
Miranda's advice for new students: Only YOU can decide what to do.
- PronounsShe/Her
- MajorTheater Arts
- SMC Area of InterestArts, Media, & Entertainment
Sophia's advice for new students: College can be such a change so do not fault yourself for feeling lost at first because everyone feels that way at some point. Really lean onto support systems and know that there is support for you with the Peer Navigators as we all were in your position at some point.
- PronounsHe/Him/His
- MajorArchitecture
- SMC Area of InterestArts, Media & Entertainment
Yishak's advice for new students: Get on top of your work early and go to office hours/tutoring before you think you need to.