SWC Vocational Nursing Program Receives Generous Donation!
The Vocational Nursing Program at Southwestern College (SWC) got a head start, beginning their semester August 12, with an unexpected and thrilling announcement. As students settled into their seats, they were received by senior...
SWC Receives NASH Funding as Part of $220,000 Awarded to California Institutions for Innovative...
Chula Vista – Southwestern College (SWC) has been awarded $10,000 by the National Association of Higher Education Systems (NASH) as a part of its latest Catalyst Fund Awards. SWC is among 32 recipients receiving...
Creating in Community: Ivan Medida, A Voice Emerging from the Shadows
The "Creating in Community: A Group Exhibition," curated by Alessandra Moctezuma. From June 3 to June 18, 2024, the gallery showcased the diverse talents of artists from Space 4 Art, a community-based arts center...
Southwestern College Launches Men of Color Success and Excellence Department to Support Underrepresented Students
In a landmark move to address the unique challenges faced by men of color in higher education, Southwestern College (SWC) has officially launched its Men of Color Success and Excellence Department. Spearheaded by Director...
Journey of Faith and Service: The Inspiring Life of Angelina E. Stuart, the Honorary...
Born in Bellflower, California, Angelina E. Stuart (Angie as she is known to her friends and colleagues) is the eldest of three girls. Her father, Gerald L. Head, met her mother, Carmelita Espinosa Farias,...
SWC Celebrates AAANHPI Heritage Month with Emphasis on Multiculturalism
In a vibrant celebration of Asian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AAANHPI) Heritage Month, Southwestern College (SWC) welcomed students, faculty, staff, administrators and community members to honor the rich cultural tapestry of...
The Southwestern College Debate team rises to the occasion on the National stage and...
The Southwestern College debate team, led by their passionate coach, Eric Maag, and guided by the wisdom of their professor, Ryan Walsh, attended the Cross Examination Debate Association National Debate Tournament at California State...
From Incarceration to Inspiration, SWC Alumnus, Alex Acuna, Shares his Journey of Transformation
Alex Acuna's journey through college took a unique path—one that began within the confines of a correctional facility cell. After serving 25 years, Acuna emerged into a world vastly different from the one he...
Empowering Journeys: Celebrating Second Chances at SWC
In the spirit of Second Chance Month, the story of Professor Dr. Llewelyn Labio’s (EdD) transformative journey at Southwestern College (SWC) resonates deeply, embodying the resilience, courage, and determination emblematic of both occasions."My journey...
Southwestern College Alumni Defy Stereotypes, Excel in Non-Traditional Professions
In a world where gender stereotypes often dictate career choices, three remarkable women, who are all Southwestern College (SWC) alums, are challenging norms and excelling in professions traditionally dominated by men. Their journeys showcase...