Chat and Chew with Dr. Kristina Scott
SMCC Vice President of Student Affairs, Dr. Kristina Scott, hosts monthly "Chat & Chew with Dr. Scott" listening sessions featuring guest speakers who address a variety of important topics aimed at supporting student success. These sessions focus on providing valuable resources, guidance, and fostering a supportive environment for all students. Each month, a different theme is highlighted, ranging from academic success and mental health to career readiness and community engagement. Plus, there will always be food or snacks available to enjoy while participating. All students are encouraged to attend these engaging events to gain insights, connect with campus resources, and discover ways to thrive at SMCC.
Chat and Chew with Dr. Kristina Scott
Fall 2023
- 12/5/23: Supportive Resources for students with Mary Kilmer from Disability Resource Services & Adriana Galindo from HSI Excellence
Spring 2024
- 2/6/24: Self-Love & Care with Ralph Thompson from Care & Conduct and Jacqueline DePlante from Counseling on Wellness
- 3/5/24: Student Affairs & Graduation with Dean of Enrollment Services Dana Frasca and Admissions & Records
- 4/3/24: Life After SMCC with Alumni Manny Hernandez and Career Services on how to prepare for the workfield after graduation
Fall 2024
- 8/28/24: Meet the Executive Team with Dr. Alice Murillo VPAA, Dr. Beverli Marshall VPAS and SMCC President Veronica Hipolito
- Upcoming Session: Oct 23, 2024at SU100 Student Success with Student Leaders Naiyah Vazquez, Student Government President, Victor Ayala, Student Senator & Jason Trammell, NAACP President
FAQ
Learning Tutoring Center in the LRC building
Counseling department in SES building
- Gabriels Pantry - free daily snack
- The Village Pantry - free bi-weekly grocery shopping
- Hours: Monday-Wednesday 11am-2pm | Thursdays 1pm - 4pm
- Student Union building
Visit Student Life & Leadership for an updated list of active clubs & organizations or to create one of your own
Visit any faculty or staff member to complete a CARE report online on the website
- Visit Financial Aid in SES building for more information
- HSI Excellence Financial Support
- FAFSA.org
- Resume & Cover letter building
- Mock interviews
- Dress for success connection
- Career Services Lunch & Learn Series
- Visit our academic advising team in the SES building
- Applied Technology
- Behavioral Science & Human Services
- Business, Entrepreneurialism, & Management
- Computer & Information Technology
- Culture & Society
- Education
- Health Sciences
- STEM
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Visit our Admissions & Records office for more information at the SES building
- Student life & leadership hosts events and activities that demonstrate cultural awareness and inclusivity
- The college has a Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee that hosts cultural activities such as: Asian Pacific Heritage Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, Coffees & Teas Around the World, & more
- Black Student Union
- International Club
- Native Student Union
- MEChA - Hispanic Club
- South Pride - LGBTQ+ Club
- Science Complex building was newly renovated
- Student Union is in the process of renovation plans
- Student Government representatives attend college council meetings: Academic Affairs, Administrative Services, Student Affairs & Shared Governance
- SMCC celebrates National First Generation Day on November 8th Annually
- Celebration Fall 2022
- First Gen Talks Fall 2023
- First but Not Last Conference Fall 2024