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SWC Celebrates Grand Opening of the Instructional & Discovery Complex, A New Era of Learning, Innovation, and Collaboration
By: SWC Staff
Southwestern College officially celebrated the grand opening of its new Instructional & Discovery Complex (IDC) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, October 2, 2025, marking a major milestone in the college’s continued investment in student learning, innovation, and community engagement (...)
The Unknown Becoming Home: SWC Creates a Safe and Welcoming Environment
By: Celina Paras
I decided to attend Southwestern College (SWC) because I had been exposed to my family and friends, who have attended Southwestern College during their academic journeys. I felt that this was the right fit for me because it was a way for me to ease into the college environment straight out of high school (...)
A New Heart for Campus Life: SWC Celebrates Grand Opening of Student Union
By: SWC Staff
Chula Vista, Calif. — Southwestern College (SWC) has officially opened the doors to its brand-new Student Union on its Chula Vista campus—a vibrant hub designed to be the heart of campus life for students, staff, faculty, and the community (...)
Getting Back on Track: PUENTE’s Impact in My Life
By: Leonardo Luna
Born and partially raised in San Diego, a huge part of my identity comes from living in Tijuana and the strong influence of my family - most of whom were born and raised in Mexico. I began my studies in Mexico and continued them until my sophomore year of high school, when I made the challenging decision to continue my education in the United States (...)
Breaking Barriers: From Struggle to Strength at SWC
By: Isla Stanford
I grew up in San Diego as the youngest of twelve children. My family has gone through a lot of financial and personal challenges, including periods of homelessness, but I have always been motivated to work hard for a better future. When it came time to think about college, I never knew what I wanted to do, I had so much pressure on me to be better than those who came before (...)
Workforce Pathways: Building Skills, Building Futures; Honoring Labor Day Everyday with Purpose and Action
By: Dr. Mark Sanchez, Ed.D
As we honored Labor Day this month, I am reminded of the vital role education plays in building strong communities and a resilient economy. At Southwestern College, our commitment to workforce development is more than a mission, it’s a responsibility to our region, our students, and the future we are helping to shape (...)
SWC Welcomes New AB-91 Students with Binational Celebration & Orientation
By: SWC Staff
More than just policy, AB-91 is a lifeline that was designed to support low-income students living within 45 miles of the California–Mexico border. This program has turned long-held dreams into real possibilities—for many students it meant (...)
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