For the Love of the Earth
Volume X, Issue 2, April 18, 2024
Ahead of Earth Week, SMC in Focus proudly features several stories highlighting Santa
Monica College’s commitment to sustainability and safeguarding a better future for
our planet and future generations: the first microforest at a U.S. community college,
extra-credit workshops that teach students to advocate for and love the planet, a
GIS professor who is passing on her passion, and a recycling program specialist who
is “traffic control for all campus waste.” Enjoy, be inspired, join us!
Fighting Climate Change with Extra Credit
For faculty who care about the planet, there’s an easy way to make a difference: simply offer your students extra credit. SustainableWorks does the rest.
Microforest, Macro Advantages
SMC is planting a small preserve of trees and native plants to yield significant benefits for the environment, students and the city.
Industry Interaction
Ecommerce leader Recharge has launched a program of mentorship and support for students in SMC’s Interaction Design bachelor’s degree program.
A Map Made in Heaven
For geography/GIS professor Jing Liu, every day is Earth Day. She has helped create GIS offerings at the college, and passes on her palpable love for the earth.
Bragging Rights
An Art Professor designs beautiful earthenware with his parents. SMC Theatre Arts students win prestigious KCACTF awards. A STEM student wins an exciting internship.
Recyclo-pedic Knowledge
From conducting “waste audits” to demystifying the “magic” of vermiculture, Kenny Derieg spends all-day, every-day making SMC a little greener.
SMC In the News
Rotary Santa Monica Raises Over $21,000 for SMC Guardian Scholars
SMC Law Pathway Program honored with Diversity Champion Award
The Corsair Wins Dozens of National and Regional Awards
SMC, Chamber Take Plunge Into Ocean Economy
Designer looks to open opportunities with SMC collab
Sustainability at SMC
Aquaculture at SMC