Meet the Team
Contact Us
SMC Community
Internal Events
Work with us to plan to ensure your next SMC community event is a success. Whether it's a meeting, celebration, or academic event, our spaces are tailored for any Saint Mary's community occasion.
Email Scheduling@stmarys-ca.edu to submit Event Resource Requests
All Other Event
Inquiries
We currently are not taking any new event inquiries.
Hours & Location
Location
Soda Center Lobby, Saint Mary’s College
Appointment Hours
Monday through Friday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Meet the Team
The Office of Meetings, Events, & Conference Services (MECS) is dedicated to enhancing the campus community by providing exceptional event planning and support services. We aim to facilitate safe, engaging and inclusive experiences that foster collaboration, promote our institution’s values, and enrich the academic environment, all while maintaining a commitment to excellence and sustainability. We strive to provide exceptional client service for the 3,500+ events hosted at SMC each year while also maintaining our facilities and equipment for all clients throughout the year.
Jacalyn Swierstra
Logistics Coordinator
Jacalyn.Swierstra@stmarys-ca.edu
As the Logistics Coordinator for Meetings, Events, and Conference Services (MECS), Jacalyn is the central point of coordination for all internal and external events at Saint Mary’s College. She oversees daily operations at the Soda Center Front Office, manages the entire student staff team, and leads recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and scheduling to ensure smooth, high-quality service across 3,400+ annual events.
Her role spans across the full MECS portfolio, from camps and conferences and external revenue-generating events to high-impact internal programs such as Commencement and Grad Grounds. She diligently manages logistics, vendor coordination, and on-site operations with a meticulous attention to detail and a focus on efficiency, hospitality, and client experience.
With a strong background in event management, marketing, and creative strategy, Jacalyn brings a unique blend of operational discipline and imaginative vision to every project. As a proud Saint Mary’s alum, she is deeply committed to elevating the campus experience by seamlessly integrating organization, logistics, and creativity for students, faculty, staff, external partners, and guests.