Gallant Gaels Newsletter March 2023

Gallant Gaels Newsletter March 2023
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Greetings, Gallant Gaels! This is our monthly newsletter for our SMC veterans and VA dependents.

Attention on deck! Welcome to March. After establishing a foothold on the semester/quarter, let's seize the day!

March


 

Upcoming Events

Here are some upcoming events in March. Be sure to take some time for yourself and indulge in all of the possibilities that Saint Mary's has to offer. 

Pause four Poetry

Take some time away from studying and unwind by listening to poetry from our finest undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty. 

Hiring Event 2023

Put yourself out there during this meet and greet to pursue employment upon graduation!

Announcements

Students enjoying BBQ on campus

From the Office of the Registrar:

Greeting, Gaels! We hope you are all adjusting well in your respective academic periods. As a reminder. if you wish to change your schedule at all. i.e. swap classes or Withdrawal, please contact VA Certifying Officials, Jonathan Hooker and Kindra Stewart.

Students registering for Spring Quarter 2023 have until March 3rd to register. Please remember to submit your Veteran/Dependent Enrollment Certification.

VA Certifying Officials:

Jonathan Hooker

jjh16@stmarys-ca.edu

Kindra Stewart

kcs14@stmarys-ca.edu

Holidays

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Cesar Chavez

Cesar Chavez Day

Cesar Chavez Day falls on Friday, March 31st, 2023. It was established in 2014 to celebrate the birth and legacy of civil rights and labor movement activist, Cesar Chavez.  

Mental Health

VA Hotline

The therapists at CAPS can help you explore different ways to deal with life's transitions and assist you with more serious concerns-all in a confidential, culturally sensitive, supportive environment. Counseling can help you develop more fulfilling relationships, succeed academically, and feel a greater connection to the SMC community. Please click the link below to set an appointment or for more information.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

Do you need to speak with someone urgently? The Veterans Crisis Hotline can be reached 24/7. You can start a confidential chat on https://www.va.gov/ or try one of the options above.