Academic Support & Resources

Students can look forward to a wide array of virtual student-centered support services, leadership opportunities, activities, spiritual guidance, and career and professional development opportunities that reflect the transformative whole-person education for which Saint Mary’s is known. We have created new and reimagined ways to connect, engage, and get help: from a fully virtual Student Involvement Fair; to online tutoring, advising, and success coaching; to celebrating the faith, heritage, and culture of the Latinx community in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe; and so much more.  Visit individual program websites for specific up to date changes and requirements. 

• Career and Professional Development Services

• Center for Writing Across the Curriculum (CWAC)

• High Potential (HP) Program (TRIO)

• Information Technology (IT) Services

• Library

• Registrar

• Science, Engineering, Technology, Math (S.T.E.M.) Center

• Student Disability Services

• Student Engagement and Success Program (SEAS)

• Tutorial and Academic Skills Center (TASC)

• Center for International Programs & Study Abroad

Library Services

Please visit the Library website for updates on the reopening and information about our services: Library Services During COVID-19

You can continue to access the SMC Library's online services and collections wherever you are:

• Librarians are available online via live chat, text message, and Zoom appointments to help you with your research and getting access to books and articles.
• Databases, e-books, streaming videos, and e-journals are available from off-campus through the Library website for your research. 
• For fact-based news, enjoy access to the New York Times and Wall Street Journal.

If you have questions, ask us.

Review the Library & Tutoring Resources 

• Video Presentation Link
• Connect, Thrive & Succeed Slides

Printing Services

Students have access to Cloud Print enabled printers at various locations across campus. Upload a document to Cloud Print from anywhere but wait to release it until arriving at the printer location, using a smartphone. For up-to-date information about printer location, visit the IT Services Printing Information Page. The best way to access Cloud Print is when you are on campus. Alternatively, you could connect to Cloud Print via VPN (smc login required) when off campus if needed.

Dryden Study Commons

Dryden Study Commons, conveniently located next to Oliver Hall, is open to residential students and features a cloud printer, soft seating, TVs, white boards and ample space to study while maintaining physical distancing. 

Hours of Operation:

Sunday - Thursdays from 4:00pm - midnight

Student Requirements:

• Complete a Daily Health Screening
• Show student ID at entry
• Follow all health and safety guidelines, including:
  • maintaining physical distancing
  • wearing facial coverings
  • wiping surfaces before and after use with provided cleaning materials

SMC Bookstore Pick-Up:

• Textbooks for off-campus students will be mailed to their address they enter at checkout.  If you need special accommodation, please contact textbooks@stmarys-ca.edu.