Feb 23, 2026 | Alumni, News
Photo courtesy of Brian Fowler, Park Manager, South Beach Management Unit “I grew up thinking, and telling myself, that there were a lot of things in life I would never be able to do or have,” says Rushal Sedlemyer. College, a career, and homeownership. They...
Sep 4, 2025 | Alumni, Community, News, Student Success
SWOCC Alum making a difference! As classrooms across the South Coast welcome students back this fall, North Bay Elementary’s Hope Huntley will be right there among them — beginning her 16th year as an elementary school teacher. And for her, every first day of school...
May 12, 2025 | Alumni, News
COOS BAY, Ore. – When people describe Southwestern Oregon Community College’s 2025 Distinguished Alumnus, they speak of a man defined by exceptional character and integrity. He’s a man who exemplifies a relentless work ethic, starting with his first job working in a...
Mar 5, 2025 | Alumni, Community, News, Student Success
SWOCC Business Program Shapes Future Leaders At Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC), students aren’t just filling seats—they’re shaping their futures. With unique goals and diverse ambitions, each one is committed to making a meaningful impact on the world....
Jan 23, 2025 | Alumni, Community, Curry Campus, News
Southwestern Oregon Community College’s Hall of Fame Committee to honor former athletes, teams, coaches, and those that have had a large impact on the school and its athletic program. Two teams covering a wide range of Laker history will make up the Southwestern...
Dec 9, 2024 | Alumni, News, Student Success
Southwestern’s newest degree program, Associate of Applied Science in Human Services, will graduate its first cohort of students this spring. Already, they are planning their future careers and how they want to serve the community. What draws people into the Human...
