The Campus Experience Newsletter

January 21, 2025

As the end of January Term approaches we hope all residents have enjoyed the opportunity to engage in creative learning opportunities and/or had time to relax and rejuvenate in preparation for the spring semester.

A few important pieces of information as we eagerly await the start of spring!

Interested in applying to serve as a Resident Advisor? Applications will open on February 3, 2025 and all applicants will be required to attend an info session prior to receiving the application link. More info can be found using the link below.

Resident Advisor Application Information

The returning student Housing Application is fast approaching and will open March 4, 2025! Room selection for the 2025-2026 academic year will take place in person this year April 8-10, 2025. Make sure to intentionally consider your housing options for next year, talk with friends & roommates about your plans, and get ready to submit your application! Questions? Make sure to contact Campus Housing at housing@stmarys-ca.edu or 925-631-4241.

We hope everyone enjoys the last week of Jan Term classes and we wish you all a restful break!

We want to know! Why do you choose to live on campus?

Select your answer below:

I am a first year student and living on campus is required.

Convenience (close to classes, close to friends, close to Rec Center, etc.)

Convenience (it's easier than finding somewhere to live off campus)

I wanted to live in a Living Learning Community (STEM, Honors, Transfer)

Cost - living on campus is less expensive than living off campus

I like the amenities that are included (laundry, WiFi, meal plan, Xfinity)

I want "the college experience."

Residential Reminders

Vintage Halls = Vintage Plumbing

With well loved vintage halls comes vintage plumbing. A reminder to please clean your shower drains on a regular basis to ensure drains are not clogged and water buildup does not occur. If you are missing a drain screen or need your drain to be cleared, please submit a work order.

Bug off! Effective ways to keep pests away

With the change in weather comes an increase in pests looking for warmth and food. When it comes to dealing with insects, prevention is always better! Some helpful tips include keeping your kitchen, dining, bathroom, and bedrooms clean. This looks like regularly taking out trash, properly storing food, and returning Oliver Hall dishes to collection containers or Oliver Hall promptly. Make sure to regularly vacuum your floor and clean up any spills. If you have concerns about pests in your space, make sure to submit a work order.

Moisture Mitigation

To mitigate moisture in the halls, please work to keep windows open (as much as possible) and fans running (especially in bathrooms). Residents are also encouraged to not over decorate external walls to decrease moisture buildup.

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!

Upcoming Campus Events

Lunar New Celebration

Wednesday, Jan 22

11:30 AM

Intercultural Center

Crafts, Paper Lanterns, Snacks

and more!

Pickleball Free Play

Wednesday, Jan 22

5:30 - 7:30 PM

Recreation Center

Women's Basketball Watch Party

6:00 - 8:00 PM

1928 Pub | Free Snacks

hosted by the

Division of Student Life

Save the Date for Winter Fest 2025!

Friday, February 7, 2025

5:00 - 8:00 PM

Chapel Lawn & Plaza

Dining Information for January Term Recess

Oliver Hall - Closed (meal plans are not active)

No late night on Thursday, January 23, 2025

Last meal for January Term is Breakfast on Friday, January 24 (7:30 AM -10:30 AM)

First meal for spring semester is Dinner on Sunday, February 2

1928 Pub – Closed

Special Opening for Saturday February 1, 2025

Open | 12:00 - 9:30 PM

Forager Food Truck – Closed

Special Opening for Saturday February 1, 2025

Open | 11:00 - 3:00 PM | Location TBD

Coffee Shop

Monday – Friday | 8:00 - 3:00 PM

Saturday, February 1 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday, February 2 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Normal operations resume: Monday, February 3, 2024

Residential Resources

Toilet Paper is Available

If you are in need of toilet paper, you are welcome to stop by the Office of Residential Experience, Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM to pick up supplies.

Did you know we offer Xfinity On Campus to residential students?

For XFinity On Campus Streaming Log into

https://xfinityoncampus.com/ with your SMC Email ID and single sign-on password. You can also download the XFinity Stream App to watch from most devices!

Facilities Work Order Requests

Is something broken or not working properly in your residential space? Are you noticing pests or moisture in your room? Make sure to submit a work order!

As a reminder make sure to store food properly in air tight containers to avoid ants and other pests!

Submit a work order here!

Click here to learn more!

Need to talk? Need medical assistance? TimelyCare is always available!

Who can use TimelyCare? Any enrolled undergraduate or graduate student.

What services are available?

• MedicalNow - 24/7, on-demand medical care.

• TalkNow - 24/7, on-demand emotional support.

• Scheduled Counseling - Select the day, time, and mental health provider

of your choice. (12 visits per year)

• Scheduled Medical - Select the day, time, and medical provider of your choice.

• And more!

How much does a visit cost? TimelyCare services are available at no additional cost to students.

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