Student Life
Integrated learning experiences that empower students to become engaged, global, and ethical persons. We encourage you to take a personal approach to the student experience, build self-confidence, provide reasonable boundaries that encourage respect for the individual and individual difference while motivating critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and unparalleled creativity.
Fall 2022 Challenge

Saint Mary's provides a safe, affordable, attractive, clean, comfortable, sustainable, and well-maintained living environment for all students.
- Apply for Campus Housing
- Know more about your Health & Safety Room Inspections
- Questions about Moving In and Out
Student Life fosters a holistic development of students by providing services that empower them to gain a better understanding of their personal potential through opportunities that cultivate leadership, meaningful relationships, and life-long learning in an inclusive environment.
- Implement a positive change with Associated Students
- Join the Campus Activities Board
- Wear the G shield proudly on a Club Sport team.
- Serve as a role model in our Leadership Programs
- Reserve a Space on Campus


Your time at SMC is all about being the best version of you, whether you’re a student, faculty member, staffer or alumnus. We offer a host of resources to keep the Gael Family happy and healthy.
- Stay active at the Joseph L. Alioto Recreation Center
- Schedule an appointment with Health & Wellness Center
- Find someone who wants to listen at Counseling And Psychological Services (CAPS)
- Find a peaceful spot in the Legacy Garden
Saint Mary’s students will experience a sense of ownership for the community, a willingness to take intellectual risks and venture out of the familiar and common.
- Build an inclusive community at the Intercultural Center
- Attend a Cultural Night Event
- Connect with the Community for women, non-binary, trans and students of all gender identities
- Recognize the importance of promoting environmental awareness with The Office of Sustainability


SMC Public Safety and the Office of Community Life are key departments within Student Life that work together to educate and protect SMC’s campus and create partnerships that encourage safety and mutual respect for the community.
- Your Code of Conduct while at SMC
- Report a incident or a concern
- Contact the CARE line 24/7