November 28, 2023

Can you believe it's already time to get ready for Winter Break?


Make sure to complete each item on the checklist below before you leave campus for break:


  • Walls are cleared of decorations, tape, etc
  • Trash has been removed from room, bathroom, common area, as well as perishable items in the refrigerator
  • All windows are closed and locked
  • All shades and curtains have been closed
  • All lights have been turned off
  • The heating/AC system is turned off
  • All doors to the room/suite are closed and locked
  • All original, college owned furniture is in your room/suite
  • Complete Fall Departure Confirmation (emailed to all students in Winter Break Closing Information Email)
  • Complete all Fire Safety Checklist items

 

Residential Staff will be conducting health and safety inspections starting at 12 PM on 12/15/2023 and failure to ensure your room/suite has completed all winter break closing checklist items may result in a fine.

Campus Living Tip of the Week

Fire Safety

As you prepare to embark on a well-deserved winter break, we want to remind you to prioritize fire safety before leaving the halls. Please follow the steps below to ensure we are all fire safety compliant! By taking these simple precautions, you contribute to a safe residence hall environment.


  • Unplug and remove all string lights.
  • Replace all extension cords with UL listed surge protectors. Do not plug one surge protector into another, and do not overload each surge protector.
  • Plug large appliances such as mini fridges, microwaves, etc. directly into wall outlet, NOT into the UL listed surge protector.
  • Remove all prohibited items such as candles, incense, and other prohibited items with heating elements. Refer to Student Handbook page 64 for more example items.
  • Remove all items from the walls, ceilings, and windows. This includes posters, tapestries, photos, wallpaper, etc.
  • Ensure nothing is hanging from or covering the fire sprinklers, smoke detectors, or ceiling lights.

Campus Housing

The forms open 9AM on Wednesday November 15th and close Wednesday December 6th. Approved residents will be charged $50/night. 

Winter Break Housing

Do you need to stay in the residence halls during the winter break? Students who are looking to stay a few days late past 12PM on December 15th or are looking to stay the entire break will need to fill out the Fall Late Stay Form via the StarRez Housing Portal. 


Similarly, if you need to come back for Jan Term prior to 9AM on January 2nd you will need to fill out the Jan Term Early Arrival Form via StarRez.

Fall Late Stay Form
Jan Term Early Arrival Form

LOCKED OUT?

WHO TO CONTACT


* Contact your roommate/suite mates first*


Monday - Friday

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Campus Housing Office | Bottom Floor of Augustine

4:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Campus Safety | 925-631-4282

8:30 PM - 8:30 AM | Residential Advisor


Saturday-Sunday

Residential Advisor OR Campus Safety (925-631-4282)


There is no charge for your first lockout | Any subsequent lockouts are $25.00

Giving Tuesday!

We have so much to be thankful for at Saint Mary's College of California. Your care, passion, and action for our SMC community are at the top of our thank-you list today.


So, a special thanks for every donor who brings that look of joy — or relief — to a student when they receive word of a scholarship. For every professor, instructor, or staff member who enables the “aha!” moment in the eyes of an inspired young Gael. For every student whose act of kindness was the highlight of a classmate’s day. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Each of your actions, the big and the small, make this community a true blessing for all.


As you consider where to send your funds for Giving Tuesday we encourage you consider giving to Residential Experience (listed as Residential Life). You can give using the link below and your generous gift will go directly to supporting the continued training, programming, and leadership development efforts of our department and student leaders.

 

With heartfelt gratitude,


Fiona Corner 

Assistant Director of Residential Experience & RD of Guerrieri West Townhouse 


Samantha Alberto ’12 

Director of Residential Experience & RD of Ageno East Townhouse 

Give your Giving Tuesday Gift here! 

Upcoming Events

We can't wait for the first annual Winter Fest!

Friday, December 1 | 4-7 PM

 Chapel Lawn


Tree lighting, Ice Skating, Petting Zoo, Cookie Decorating, DIY Ornaments, Stockings, and Snow Globes! Food trucks, coffee cart, and so much fun!

What Winter Fest activity are you most excited for?

Select your choice!
Ice Skating
Food trucks
Petting Zoo
Tree Lighting
DIY Crafts
T-shirts & Stickers
Candy Bar

Join RHA for your favorite Disney TV Holiday Specials and decorate cupcakes! Wednesday, November 29 in Hagerty at 7:30 PM!

Townhouse residents, you're invited to a Fortnite Showdown on Monday, 11/27! Location and time TBD! Follow RHA on Instagram @smc_rha for more details!

Rec & RHA want to hear from you about Jan Term Programming!


Fill out this quick survey to share your thoughts on fun and exciting Jan Term activities.

Click Here for Survey!

Dining Information

Oliver Hall Hours


Monday-Friday

Breakfast: 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Lunch: 11 AM - 2 PM

Dinner: 4:45 PM - 8 PM

Late Night: 9 - 11 PM



Saturday & Sunday

Brunch: 9 AM - 1:30 PM

Dinner: 5 PM - 8 PM

Oliver Hall dishes

GEC would like to remind residents that all reusable dishes and silverware should be returned directly to Oliver Hall. Dishes should not be left in hallways, next to internal or external doorways, or on top of trashcans. Let's all do our part to keep campus clean!


Interested in providing in-person feedback about your dining experience?

Join Culinary Council from 1:00-2:00 PM in the 1928 Pub!

Wednesday, December 6, 2023, 1:00 pm

Culinary Council Info

What types of permanent features would you like to see in the 1928 Pub?

Select your answer below:
Pool Table
Foosball Table
Ping Pong Table
Permanent Stage
Board Games/Puzzles
Gaming Systems (Switch/PS5/Xbox etc)

Need to get in touch?

Office of Residential Experience | reslife@stmarys-ca.edu | 925-631-4236


Campus Housing | housing@stmarys-ca.edu | 925-631-4241