GaelPerks
Saint Mary's alumni receive a host of benefits as members of the Alumni Association including the Saint Mary's magazine, the SMC Update e-newsletter, career assistance and much more. SCROLL below for full details on all GaelPerks.
Free lifetime subsciption to Saint Mary's Magazine
Keep your address up to date so you never miss out on your FREE subscription to Saint Mary's, the magazine for alumni, parents and friends of Saint Mary's College. Remember to send us your Gael Glimpse to let us know what you have been up to since graduation and your update will be posted in the magazine and also online.
Free SMC Update monthly e-newsletter
Don't forget to give us your email address to receive your FREE SMC Update monthly e-newsletter that includes news about the College, alumni, athletics and upcoming events. View archived e-newsletters.
Join Us at Alumni Events Near You!
Invitations to alumni activities, including reunions, and social events sponsored by the College and alumni chapters. Please check the events calendar regularly to find out about upcoming alumni events. To recommend or help plan an event, please call the Alumni office at (925) 631-4200. To be mailed postcards and invitations to alumni events, please provide your current address.
Ticket Specials for Young Alumni Hoops Fans
As a benefit to all young alumni (graduation years 2006 to 2015), general admission men's basketball season tickets can be purchased for only $125 (the regular price is $200). To take advantage of this special benefit, go to www.smcgaels.com/smctix and click on the Men’s Basketball button. Select the Young Alumni option and use promo code SMCGRAD.
Make Use of SMC Library Services
All campus visitors, including alumni, can use the library databases and books while on campus, as well as the wifi, study areas, two guest computers, photocopiers, printers, microfilm readers, and reference assistance from librarians. The library also has yearbooks available for browsing. To check out circulating books, Alumni may purchase a library card for a $10 annual fee. Alumni may also register for off-campus access to the Project MUSE database of scholarly journals.
Vault Career Intelligence
Looking to advance your career? The Vault Career Intelligence website offers company profiles, rankings, and industry and profession profiles—and Saint Mary’s has licensed gold-level access for all alumni. The site also includes career guides, résumé templates, and sample cover letters. Search for jobs and internships, and find graduate programs. First-time alumni users, request a login.
Career Placement and Networking Services
Free service from Career & Professional Development Services during the first six months after graduation. Services are available for a nominal fee after six months. Career & Professional Development Services is located in Filippi Academic Hall and is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call (925) 631-4600 for more information.
Get Married or Renew Your Vows in the Chapel
Are you interested in having your wedding in the Saint Mary's Chapel? As an alumna/us of the College, you are in an exclusive group who may be able to enjoy this special privilege. Visit the Mission & Ministry Center website for all the details and policies on weddings and vow renewals.
Lifetime Alumni Email
Sign up for an alumni Gmail account today! Your personalized SMC account will make it easy to keep in touch with all your Gael friends!
Get Connected for Service
Alumni are always welcome and encouraged to join CILSA and current students in service to the community. Find meaningful service and community engagement opportunities with our Community Partners and non-profits in the Bay Area!
Endorse a Prospective Student Application
Help us find the next best class of Gaels. When an alumnus or alumna gives an application to a potential student, the $55 fee is waived. Contact the Admissions Office for details at (925) 631-4224.
Financial Planning & Literacy
SALT assists students and alumni with practical information, and interactive lessons which help them gain money knowledge for college and beyond. Additionally, this tool will help SMC students find private scholarships, compare student loan borrowing options, and develop personalized student loan repayment plans.
Liberty Mutual Partnership
The number one provider of Auto and Home Insurance is offering Saint Mary's alumni special discounted rates. Check it out!
SMC Alumni Insurance Program
The SMC Alumni Insurance Program is a convenient source for for alumni and their family members. There are a variety of plans available to meet your needs, including short-term medical and more. (Availability varies by state.) Get more information on any or all of these sponsored insurance plans by visiting www.alumniinsuranceprogram.com/stmarysca, or call American Insurance Administrators at 1-800-922-1245 weekdays, 8 am - 6 pm, Eastern Time.
Alumni Legacy Scholarship
Sons and daughters of alumni are eligible to apply for the Alumni Legacy Scholarship. Applications are available on November 1 from the Alumni Office and are due on February 3. Selections will be announced each year in the spring. Please call the Alumni office at (925) 631-4200 for details. Click here for the scholarship application.
Order a Transcript
Need a copy of your transcript? No problem! Transcripts will list your grades, the courses you've taken and the degrees you've received, all in chronological order. Transcripts cost $5 per copy and take approximately 3 to 5 working days to process. Requests are processed in the order that they are received. To order an official transcript, login to the Clearinghouse secure site. For questions, contact the Office of the Registrar at [email protected].
Subscribe to The Collegian
Have a copy of The Collegian delivered to your home! You can purchase a subscription to the College's student newspaper by calling (925) 631-4279 or emailing [email protected].
