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School Ties: SWC and CSU San Marcos Bring Bachelor Degrees to Chula Vista
By: Stephanie Kingston
In a significant move to enhance higher education access in South County, Southwestern College (SWC) and California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) announced a partnership to offer bachelor's degree programs directly in Chula Vista (...)
From Silence to Strength: Reclaiming My Cultural Identity
By: Rita Montano
As a second-generation United States citizen and the first in my family to graduate high school and attend college, I’ve had to navigate unfamiliar systems, advocate for myself, and build a path without a roadmap (...)
From Service to Structure: A Veteran’s Journey to Engineering and Purpose at SWC
By: Michael Roberts
I am a proud U.S. Navy veteran who dedicated 20 years to the Seabees—officially known as the Naval Construction Force. At the conclusion of my career, I faced the challenge of transitioning from the military to life in the civilian sector (...)
Jerry McCormick: Champion of Mentorship, Media, and Opportunity at SWC
By: SWC Staff
Jerry McCormick’s impact on Southwestern College spans more than two decades of mentorship, teaching, and transformative leadership. As a longtime adjunct instructor and founder of the “Pro for a Day” journalism bootcamp, Mr. McCormick has helped hundreds of Southwestern College students launch successful careers in media (...)
SWC Students Find Inspiration and Purpose at Asian American Studies Conference During AANHPI Heritage Month
By: Ko Inouye
As part of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, Southwestern College (SWC) students had the opportunity to attend the Association for Asian American Studies (AAAS) Conference—an experience that left a lasting impression on two emerging scholars and creatives (...)
SWC Vocational Nursing Graduate Celebrates National #1 Ranking and the Journey That Shaped Her
By Ko Inouye
When Angela Castellón graduated from Southwestern College’s (SWC) Vocational Nursing (VN) program, she already knew she was part of something special. But the latest rankings have added even more pride to her accomplishment (...)
Jaguar Express: A Pathway to College, Confidence, and Community
By Ko Inouye
For many students, the transition from high school to college can feel overwhelming—but at Southwestern College (SWC), programs like Jaguar Express are helping make that journey smoother, more supported, and more inspiring.
Southwestern College Honors the Late Stephen K. Bowlin as Employee of the Quarter
By Ko Inouye
Southwestern College (SWC) is proud to recognize Stephen K. Bowlin, Fire Facilities and Equipment Specialist (FES), as the Employee of the Quarter for April–June 2025. Nominated by Lorraine Hutchinson, Director of Fire Technology, Bowlin’s unwavering dedication, problem-solving abilities (...)
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