September 2, 2025

Residential Fire Drills

As a reminder, staff from Residential Experience, Campus Safety and Environmental Health & Safety conduct fire drills at the beginning of each semester to promote safety and practice where to evacuate in case of an emergency. 

Please keep the following in mind: 

• Be aware of your residence hall's respective evacuation location. There is signage posted in your halls and/or you can ask your residential staff!

• Upon evacuating your room, please remember to bring important items like a face mask, your room keys, phone, wallet, etc. We also recommend bringing a jacket in case the situation requires you to remain out of your room/building for a long period of time.  

• Once a fire alarm goes off, it is state law for all occupants to evacuate. Occupants must wait for a signal from Fire Department or Campus Safety to be cleared to re-enter the building. 

Campus Housing

Get ready for Sunday, September 14

All first year students are invited to First Year Olympics hosted by the Recreation Center. Bring your friends and compete in both active and minute to win it type games!

12:30 – 1:00pm - arrive at De la Salle Lawn

1:00pm - Opening Ceremony & Games

3:00pm- First Round of Competitions

4:30pm- Closing Ceremony at the pool

Waivers: Going Digital - All Participants will need to sign a waiver. Waivers must be signed prior to competition on Sept 14th. 

T-shirts: All members of your hall receive a t-shirt. This t-shirt must be worn at the First Year Olympics. Choose one elected person from your hall to compete in the “Most Creative T-shirt” contest. Points are awarded for the winning hall. The t-shirt contest will be judged at opening ceremonies.  

Attendance:  We will be counting all the participants in each hall at the opening and closing ceremony. Encourage participation, it could be a deciding factor to win.

Sportsmanship: Every participant will be judged on good sportsmanship throughout each competition. Please no profanity or arguments with the officials.

Team Cheer: Your team will be judged on a team cheer. Be creative and have fun! The team cheer will be judged at opening ceremonies.

Team Flag: Your team will be judged on the decoration and use of your team flag. We will supply you with the poll for the flag on the day of the event.  

Tricycle Race: Pedal the tricycle around the designated course, first one to complete in the quickest amount of time is the winner. For safety reasons, players must weigh no more than 135lbs. Participants must pedal the tricycle to move forward and are not allowed to use feet to push forward.

Sports Competitions: Your hall will be competing in the following sports: Dodgeball & Volleyball. 

Canoe Building & Race: Each hall will be given cardboard and duct tape to build a canoe. 2 lengths of the pool with 2 different people. One person in the boat at all times. This competition will be judged on design and race winner. Make sure your participants bring a change of clothes. Only cardboard and duct tape supplies given to the hall are allowed. Canoes must have walls (no surf boards/paddle boards). Canoe’s are not allowed to enter the pool until the starting whistle is blown. 

Residential Reminders

4 tips for the perfect work order!

1. Make sure to add your Hall (building location)
2. Include your room number and the specific room where the work needs to be done (bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room, etc.)
3. Include a picture (if applicable)
4. After submitting your work order, make sure to prepare your space for Facilities. This looks like clearing off the area and removing any personal items.

Keep Your Space Clean: Don't Forget to Take Out Your Room Trash!

It's a simple task that makes a big difference in maintaining a comfortable and healthy environment.

Here are a few tips to make it easier:

1. Set a Schedule: Designate a specific day and time each week for trash removal. This way, you won't forget, and it becomes a part of your routine.
2. Use a Trash Can Liner: Make sure you use a liner in your trash can to prevent spills and make it easier to dispose of the garbage.
3. Recycle: Separate recyclables from regular waste and use recycling bins if provided. This helps reduce waste and benefits the environment.
4. Seal the Bag: Before taking it out, be sure to tie the trash bag tightly to prevent any leaks.

Important Reminder: Keep Window Screens On Windows!

Window screens serve several purposes, and it's crucial that we all do our part to ensure they remain in place:

1. Safety: Window screens act as a barrier, preventing accidents and keeping pests out. They are especially important on higher floors to avoid any potential falls.
2. Fresh Air: Screens allow you to open your windows to let in fresh air without worrying about insects or debris coming in.
3. Energy Efficiency: Keeping screens on windows helps maintain a more consistent indoor temperature, which can be more energy-efficient.



If your window screen is missing, make sure to submit a work order! Failure to have a window screen on your window, may result in a damage fine.

Fuel Your Success With Wellness

Saint Mary’s College of California is partnered with TimelyCare to deliver a new virtual health and well-being platform for students. This partnership is designed to complement the services offered by our on-campus Student Health Center and Counseling and Psychological Services.

The service provides 24/7/365 access to virtual care at no additional cost to students. Please remind your students to take advantage of the TimelyCare services when they feel under the weather, stressed, or overwhelmed. 

For more information check out the FAQs below and read this recent SMC news article highlighting the TimelyCare partnership.

How can students access TimelyCare?

Students can go to timelycare.com/SaintMarysCA or directly

download the TimelyCare app from the app store to register with their school email

address. Students can then start visits from any web-enabled device – smartphone, tablet,

laptop, or desktop – anywhere in the United States.

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.

• Self-Care Content - 24/7 access to self-care tools and resources, such as meditation

and yoga sessions, helpful videos, and short articles from experts.

How much does a visit cost?

TimelyCare services are available at no additional cost to students.

Where do I go for more details?

www.stmarys-ca.edu/student-life/timelycare

Campus Dining Options

Introducing Gael Combo

Gael Combo (formerly known as Campus Fuel) is your ticket to a more flexible dining experience. This option allows you to use your meal plan swipe—yes, the same swipe you would typically use at Oliver Hall—at the coffee shop and now at the 1928 Pub (excluding alcoholic beverages).

We are offering a variety of sandwiches, drinks, and snacks that you can purchase using the Gael Combo option. With Gael Combo, you can choose one entrée, one drink, and one snack from our Gael Combo selections.

Keep in mind that if you use a meal swipe in Oliver Hall during a meal period, you won’t be able to use another swipe from your meal plan at the Coffee Shop or Pub during that same meal period — and vice versa. This is called a meal equivalency.

The Pub

Monday-Friday

Lunch: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

No Alcohol



Wednesday - Saturday

Full Service: 4:30 - 9:30 PM

Everyday App

With the Everyday app, you can:

• Avoid waiting in line and having to carry a wallet.
• Order what you want and have it ready when you want it at Cafe Louis.
• Order with your dining dollars by connecting your campus meal plans.
• Add your preferred payment methods, including contactless payment options.
• View Oliver Hall menus.

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