Southwestern News & Press Releases
Coos Bay, OR. – Sign up for Laker Basketball Camp for grades 5-12 at Southwestern Oregon Community College, June 24-27, 2013. Instruction provided by Southwestern’s Basketball Coaches Trevor Hoppe, Men’s Basketball Coach and Mike Herbert, Women’s Basketball Coach and Laker assistant coaches plus current and former players! The Camp runs from 1:30 to 4:00 pm each day. For more information call 541-888-7705 or 541-888-7279.
Coos Bay - Superheroes are fictional characters portrayed in movies and books as people who have a strong sense of responsibility, a formal calling or strong belief in justice and humanitarian service. But we also have real people in our community who have a calling to serve others and we believe they are Superheroes. We want to introduce you to them.
Ready, Set, Start Your Business
Coos Bay, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College’s Small Business Development Center (Southwestern SBDC) is offering people a chance to explore their dreams of starting a business. The Southwestern SBDC is offering a workshop titled “Ready Set Start Your Business” each week in June.
Coos Bay, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College’s Small Business Development Center (Southwestern SBDC) is offering people a chance to explore their dreams of starting a business. The Southwestern SBDC is offering a workshop titled “Ready Set Start Your Business” each week in June.
Stan Goodell is the recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award of Southwestern Oregon Community College for 2013. Mary Paczesniak, a teaching colleague who nominated Goodell says “Stan inspires people of all ages from elementary school though adulthood, to believe in themselves and to challenge themselves to become the best that they can be.” Goodell will be honored at a dinner on June 13th and give the commencement address at Southwestern’s graduation on June 14, 2013.
Southwestern Offering Half-Tuition Pricing on Pre-College Math, Writing and Reading This Summer
Coos Bay, OR. – Southwestern Oregon Community College is offering a half-price sale this summer. SWOCC is offering all Pre-College Math, Writing and Reading for half-tuition for summer of 2013. This is a great opportunity to kick start your college education or to prepare yourself for completing that degree or certificate that you have always wanted to pursue.
Coos Bay, OR. – Southwestern Oregon Community College is offering a half-price sale this summer. SWOCC is offering all Pre-College Math, Writing and Reading for half-tuition for summer of 2013. This is a great opportunity to kick start your college education or to prepare yourself for completing that degree or certificate that you have always wanted to pursue.
New Faces are recruited to Manufacturing and Technology
Coos Bay, OR. - Female High school students will soon be exploring the worlds of engineering, technology and fabrication at Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC).
Coos Bay, OR. - Female High school students will soon be exploring the worlds of engineering, technology and fabrication at Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC).
Phi Theta Kappa invites new members at Southwestern
Coos Bay, OR- The recently reactivated chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) at Southwestern Oregon Community College is looking for new members to join this prestigious international honor society. Since 1918, Phi Theta Kappa has strived to provide opportunities for students to develop leadership skills, excel in their studies, and give back to the community.
Coos Bay, OR- The recently reactivated chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) at Southwestern Oregon Community College is looking for new members to join this prestigious international honor society. Since 1918, Phi Theta Kappa has strived to provide opportunities for students to develop leadership skills, excel in their studies, and give back to the community.
Artists, Writers and Musicians learn how to legally protect what you have created
Coos Bay, OR. – The Southwestern Oregon Community College Art Department and Small Business Development Center presents attorney, author, educator Leonard D. DuBoff will speak about how to protect what you have created. Mr. DuBoff specializes in intellectual property law and complex business litigation.
Coos Bay, OR. – The Southwestern Oregon Community College Art Department and Small Business Development Center presents attorney, author, educator Leonard D. DuBoff will speak about how to protect what you have created. Mr. DuBoff specializes in intellectual property law and complex business litigation.
Introduction to Golf Caddy offered at SWOCC
Coos Bay - Learn the basics of caddying! This course prepares students with an understanding of the game of golf and the role of the golf caddy. The class covers the rules and regulations of golf, the etiquette of golf and how customer service plays a role in the caddying experience. Students will practice caddying techniques on the Bandon Dunes Golf Course
Coos Bay - Learn the basics of caddying! This course prepares students with an understanding of the game of golf and the role of the golf caddy. The class covers the rules and regulations of golf, the etiquette of golf and how customer service plays a role in the caddying experience. Students will practice caddying techniques on the Bandon Dunes Golf Course
Southwestern’s Career Center hosts Employer Forum
Coos Bay, OR. - Southwestern Oregon Community College will be hosting the “Networking and Hiring Practices Forum” on Wednesday May 8, 2013, from 3pm to 5:30pm . All activities will be held in Empire Hall (aka The Performing Arts Center).
Coos Bay, OR. - Southwestern Oregon Community College will be hosting the “Networking and Hiring Practices Forum” on Wednesday May 8, 2013, from 3pm to 5:30pm . All activities will be held in Empire Hall (aka The Performing Arts Center).
Art Faculty Exhibit: Eden Hall Gallery, Coos Bay Campus
Coos Bay, OR. - The art faculty of Southwestern Oregon Community College has teamed up for their annual group show. The faculty members of SWOCC’s Art department include James Fritz, Ruben Kretzschmar, Fred Vassar, Josie Keating, Alexander Solomon, and Buzz Fourmet.
Coos Bay, OR. - The art faculty of Southwestern Oregon Community College has teamed up for their annual group show. The faculty members of SWOCC’s Art department include James Fritz, Ruben Kretzschmar, Fred Vassar, Josie Keating, Alexander Solomon, and Buzz Fourmet.
Discover Collage Workshop for the next two Saturdays
BROOKINGS, OR – Discover collage as a true art form and means for personal expression. Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) is offering Discover Collage, a one-day workshop for artists and "non-artists" to discover and explore their creativity. Rich and varied collage materials, including three dimensional items are provided for participants to work with. Instructor will offer topics and examples.
BROOKINGS, OR – Discover collage as a true art form and means for personal expression. Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) is offering Discover Collage, a one-day workshop for artists and "non-artists" to discover and explore their creativity. Rich and varied collage materials, including three dimensional items are provided for participants to work with. Instructor will offer topics and examples.
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of SOUTHWESTERN OREGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT; COOS, CURRY AND WESTERN DOUGLAS COUNTIES, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014 will be held in Room 505 of Tioga Hall on the College campus, 1988 Newmark Ave, Coos Bay.
A public meeting of the Budget Committee of SOUTHWESTERN OREGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT; COOS, CURRY AND WESTERN DOUGLAS COUNTIES, State of Oregon, to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014 will be held in Room 505 of Tioga Hall on the College campus, 1988 Newmark Ave, Coos Bay.
Welding Students at Southwestern Achieve a High Rate of Certification
Coos Bay, Oregon - First year welding students at Southwestern Oregon Community College were tested and certified in two processes by Mike Hogan, Certified Welding Inspector who is employed by Sause Bros. Ocean Towing Company Inc. Twenty-three students received 39 certifications in shield metal arc welding.
Coos Bay, Oregon - First year welding students at Southwestern Oregon Community College were tested and certified in two processes by Mike Hogan, Certified Welding Inspector who is employed by Sause Bros. Ocean Towing Company Inc. Twenty-three students received 39 certifications in shield metal arc welding.
Scylise Little of SWOCC Was Named 2013 Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Bronze Scholar
Scylise Little, a student at Southwestern Oregon Community College has been named a 2013 Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Bronze Scholar. The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team program by recognizing 50 Gold, 50 Silver and 50 Bronze Scholars, and providing nearly $200,000 in scholarships annually. Each Bronze Scholar receives a $1,000 scholarship and a special medallion.
Scylise Little, a student at Southwestern Oregon Community College has been named a 2013 Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Bronze Scholar. The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team program by recognizing 50 Gold, 50 Silver and 50 Bronze Scholars, and providing nearly $200,000 in scholarships annually. Each Bronze Scholar receives a $1,000 scholarship and a special medallion.
Southwestern to offer flagger training in Curry County
Brookings, OR. - Southwestern Oregon Community College is hosting a Traffic Control Flagger training class Tuesday, April 16, 2013 in Brookings. This course meets Oregon Department of Transportation requirements for traffic control flaggers. Students who complete this course will receive certification cards.
Brookings, OR. - Southwestern Oregon Community College is hosting a Traffic Control Flagger training class Tuesday, April 16, 2013 in Brookings. This course meets Oregon Department of Transportation requirements for traffic control flaggers. Students who complete this course will receive certification cards.
Customer Service Training
Coos Bay, OR. - In Customer Service Training, a one day class at Southwestern Oregon Community College, you will learn how to establish customer-service vision. The class examines how to understand customer expectations before, during and after service delivery. It will result in a plan to develop, maintain, and grow your customer base. Instructor: Christine Coles in Lakeview E, for $35, on Tuesday, April 16 at 8:00am-4:00pm.
Coos Bay, OR. - In Customer Service Training, a one day class at Southwestern Oregon Community College, you will learn how to establish customer-service vision. The class examines how to understand customer expectations before, during and after service delivery. It will result in a plan to develop, maintain, and grow your customer base. Instructor: Christine Coles in Lakeview E, for $35, on Tuesday, April 16 at 8:00am-4:00pm.
Artists, Writers and Musicians Learn How To Legally Protect What You Have Created
Coos Bay, OR. – The Southwestern Oregon Community College Art Department and Small Business Development Center presents attorney, author, educator Leonard D. DuBoff will speak about how to protect what you have created. Mr. DuBoff specializes in intellectual property law and complex business litigation.
Coos Bay, OR. – The Southwestern Oregon Community College Art Department and Small Business Development Center presents attorney, author, educator Leonard D. DuBoff will speak about how to protect what you have created. Mr. DuBoff specializes in intellectual property law and complex business litigation.
Learn Computer Basics
Coos Bay, OR.- Southwestern Oregon Community College is offering a class designed to help build basic computer skills necessary for school, work, or at home. David Johnson will start you out at the beginning with time to learn and practice your new skills. No computer experience needed. You will be comfortable with using the operating system, mouse and keyboard to issue commands, and develop an understanding of programs. You will also set up your own Internet e-mail account.
Coos Bay, OR.- Southwestern Oregon Community College is offering a class designed to help build basic computer skills necessary for school, work, or at home. David Johnson will start you out at the beginning with time to learn and practice your new skills. No computer experience needed. You will be comfortable with using the operating system, mouse and keyboard to issue commands, and develop an understanding of programs. You will also set up your own Internet e-mail account.
QuickBooks for the Business Professional – Curry Campus
Brookings, Oregon- The Southwestern Oregon Small Business Development Center is offering a 10-week comprehensive training series for business owners that currently use or would like to use QuickBooks.
Brookings, Oregon- The Southwestern Oregon Small Business Development Center is offering a 10-week comprehensive training series for business owners that currently use or would like to use QuickBooks.
