How much does gender impact your life? And how do we come together to bring true gender equality? These and other topics were discussed in the first three workshops presented at Santa Monica College in recognition of Women’s Empowerment Month. “Equality for women rolls into equality for everyone. It has an avalanche effect,” said Carlynne McDonnell, whose two previous workshops...

Within the immensely diverse culture of Santa Monica College, most lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, students find a readily accepting atmosphere. But in a world that is rapidly shifting when it comes to the acceptance of sexual diversity, SMC’s LGBT community still finds itself facing daily hassles. SMC student Ashley Reese has been part of the LGBT community since she came...

When Evelyn Alfaro was 19-years-old she never expected to face the responsibilities and stresses of motherhood so early in life. Among the many students dealing with the daily trials and hassles of college life, single parents face an especially difficult challenge. They must juggle their daily schedule between classes, homework, jobs, and taking care of their children. This requires a...

The classic pick-up line asking for a martini shaken not stirred, seemed to work just fine for James Bond. However, a new era of technology clearly demands for more. A pint of vodka mixed with dishwashing soap, raw eggs, and topped with a goldfish has become the new standard. An online drinking game referred to as Nek Nominations is spreading...

Imagine going to your first day of classes and walking through the masses of students but not hearing a single sound. You make your way to the classroom and pay little to no attention to the guy with the pounding speakers, the car alarm that goes off in the far distance, and the sounds of laughter and shared secrets that...

Imagine doing something you love for the very last time in your life. Years of preparation and devotion have brought you to this moment and suddenly you have no choice but to give up on a dream. A moved crowd of familiar faces jumps up and applauds with tears in their eyes. The future stares you right in the face...