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We are just days away from the start of the fall 2022 semester. This semester, we will have half of our classes in person and half online. So whether you're joining us on campus or virtually when classes begin on Aug. 22, use this...

Dear Southwestern College student,  The spring semester begins this Monday, Jan. 31 and it will be unlike any other semester in Southwestern College's history. We were scheduled to begin the spring semester with about 60 percent of in-person classes and the rest online, some classes...

It has been an extraordinary past 18 months at Southwestern College and this fall semester, we are excited to re-open our campuses and see student services and some classes return in person. We know this hybrid model of online and in-person instruction and services can...

It’s been an extraordinary year at Southwestern College, filled with rapidly evolving changes and unique challenges for Southwestern College students. What hasn’t changed is the ability of Southwestern College students to meet those challenges and excel in their academic and personal goals.  This year, we...

Hello, Jaguars, I'm Dr. Mark Sanchez and I have just completed my first week as the new superintendent/president of Southwestern College. As a Southwestern College graduate, I know very well the multiple priorities students manage in working to complete their higher education. I also realize this is...

The start of the spring semester is just days away. As you work to finalize your plans and get ready, we've put together this guide that will hopefully answer many questions we know you have. The COVID-19 pandemic has kept Southwestern College campuses closed for the spring semester,...

  Dear Southwestern College student,  This fall semester will be unlike any other at Southwestern College. As we continue to operate remotely and through distance education, we know this brings unique questions and challenges to Southwestern College students. Our classes and our services have adapted to...

Before Southwestern College student Kiara Mora ever even decided to run for president of the Associated Student Organization, she had already made history. Mora was the first student to fully campaign online for student government. She is the first ASO president to take office...

You’ve heard it countless times by now, but I’ll say it again: these trying times are unprecedented. The COVID-19 virus and the public health crisis has dominated the news and semester for months now, and this spring semester has been unlike any before. For some...

The Student of Distinction Award (commonly referred to as the SODA) is the highest honor a student can receive at Southwestern College. It is given each year to students who have displayed exemplary academic achievement and contributions to our campus and our communities. This year's...