Join us in supporting a life-saving cause and showing the power of the SMCC community. This summer, SMCC is proud to once again be the host site for the Tri for a Cure—and we’re inviting you to join in the action and represent the SeaWolves on Sunday, July 20. Tri for a Cure is Maine’s… More »
SMCC Foundation scholarship applications are NOW OPEN for the 2025-26 academic year. You can apply online now by visiting www.smccME.edu/scholarshipapplication or visiting MySMCC > My Student Guide > My Finances & Aid. To receive priority consideration for scholarships, submit your application by Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 5 p.m. Applications received after this time will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and… More »
Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) welcomed high school guidance counselors to its Midcoast Campus on Friday, Feb. 14, for a guidance counselor breakfast. The event provided an opportunity to explore the diverse educational pathways available at the Midcoast Campus, connect with SMCC admissions and advising staff, and enjoy a complimentary brunch. Vicki-Rose Porter, SMCC’s director… More »
To allow for snow removal, a So. Portland Campus parking ban will be in effect for Lots C, D, E, and N (the dorm parking lots) at 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025. We recommend relocating vehicles to Lot A, the large parking lot off Broadway. Once snow removal is complete, you may return your vehicle to its… More »
SOUTH PORTLAND, MAINE – Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) is excited to announce our selection to participate in Cohort 4 of the Transfer Student Success Intensive, in partnership with the University of Southern Maine (USM). This prestigious initiative is led by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program and the American Association of State Colleges and… More »
Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) welcomed nearly 200 students to the Summer Internship and Job Fair on January 30, where they connected with more than 20 employers offering paid internships, seasonal jobs, and professional development opportunities. Held in the Campus Center, the event featured employers from various industries, including health care, finance, engineering, environmental advocacy,… More »
In honor of Black History Month, SMCC is hosting a series of events that aim to pay tribute to the contributions and sacrifices made by Black Americans in shaping our country’s history. Since 1915, Black History Month has been observed each February to acknowledge the central role played by African Americans in the United States’… More »
McKernan Inn & Events is bringing back its beloved Tea & Tides series with a special Valentine’s-themed high tea on February 15, 2025. This elegant afternoon offers a traditional British high tea experience featuring an array of handcrafted savory bites, freshly baked scones, and indulgent sweets, all paired with hand-selected teas to complement each course…. More »
SMCC proudly announces that nearly 1,600 students have been named to the Fall 2024 Dean’s List. Students who complete at least nine credit hours with a semester grade point average of at least 3.0 are named to the Dean’s List, provided no grade is lower than a C and the student is not on probation…. More »
Twelve SMCC students and two faculty members spent their winter break diving into hands-on scientific research at the Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory (MDIBL) in Salisbury Cove. The immersive short course, held from January 5-10, 2025, focused on using fruit flies as a model for understanding human disease. Led by MDIBL researcher Dr. Travis Carney,… More »