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Welcome to the News Hub – Here you will find a comprehensive overview of all news, stories, features, school events and other campus happenings. Stay connected with the pulse of our community! Learn about all of the school events and updates that shape Southwestern. Explore the various experiences, from academic achievements to cultural celebrations, through our dedicated coverage of diverse and engaging school events.
Winter Term & Intersession 2026-27 Registration
Nov 2, 2026 | Community, Curry Campus, Curry News, News, OCCI News
Winter Term and Intersession 2026-27 are quickly approaching! INTERSESSION (OPTIONAL) = Classes...
Friends of Curry Campus Speaker Series Presents: Exploring the Flora and Fauna of the Australian Rainforest – Nov. 12, 2026
Oct 27, 2026 | Community, Curry Campus, News
BROOKINGS, Ore. – Southwestern Oregon Community College Curry Campus invites the community to join...
OCCI and Junior Chamber of Commerce Thanksgiving Bazaar 2026
Oct 27, 2026 | Community, News, OCCI News
Purchase Delicious Holiday Favorites and Support Local Students! Coos Bay, OR – This...
OCCI Pizza Pop-Up Sale! – Oct. 30, 2026
Oct 26, 2026 | Community, News, OCCI News
OCCI students have been sharpening their pizza-making skills and will be serving fresh, handmade pizza along with hot pretzels with cheese sauce. There will also be take-and-bake pretzels available for purchase. The pop-up gives students valuable real-world experience while supporting the OCCI Culinary Team.
STEAM Pathways Lecture Series – Engineering: Getting involved in Oregon’s “Micro Space Program” – Nov. 12, 2026
Oct 19, 2026 | Community, Curry Campus, News
Student examines a component of OreSat0, Photo by Patric Simon, Courtesy Portland State University...
Application for Admission Now Available for the 2027-28 Academic Year!
Oct 19, 2026 | Curry News, News
Looking for an affordable, high-quality college experience? Southwestern Oregon Community College...
Geology Lecture: Take to the Skies – A New Modern Albatross from the Pacific Northwest – Oct. 29, 2026
Oct 7, 2026 | Community, Curry Campus, News
COOS BAY, Ore. – Southwestern Oregon Community College invites the community to join us on...
Southwestern announces Ciara Rubí as its 2026-27 Guest Artist in Residence
Sep 25, 2026 | Community, News
COOS BAY, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College is happy to announce that our Guest Artist in...
STEAM Pathways Lecture Series presents: Rewiring the Brain – Oct. 8, 2026
Sep 22, 2026 | Community, Curry Campus, News
How Adrenergic Systems Drive Neurogenesis, Elevate Mood, Enhance Cognition, and Extend Life ...
Friends of Curry Campus Speaker Series presents: Update on Monarch Butterflies – Oct. 8, 2026
Sep 22, 2026 | Community, Curry Campus
BROOKINGS, Ore. – Southwestern Oregon Community College Curry Campus invites the community to join...
Friends of Curry Campus Speaker Series Presents: Backyard Birds – Protecting Birds at Home, Sept. 10, 2026
Sep 3, 2026 | Community, Curry Campus
BROOKINGS, Ore. – Southwestern Oregon Community College Curry Campus is pleased to invite the...
Welcome to SWOCC Curry Campus! Join Us for Fall Term “Laker Level Up & BBQ” – Sept. 12, 2026
Aug 24, 2026 | Curry Campus, Curry News
We’re excited to welcome you to Fall Term of the 2026-27 academic year! Whether you’re joining us...
SWOCC to Host Dental Assisting Program Information Session – Aug. 31, 2026
Aug 20, 2026 | Community, News
COOS BAY, OR – People interested in starting a career in dental assisting are invited to a free...
Curry County Students Can Earn GED and Welding Certificate at No Cost
Aug 20, 2026 | Curry Campus, Curry News, News
Apply by August 31, 2026 Brookings, OR – Curry County residents looking to complete their GED® who...
Welcome to Southwestern! Fall Term 2026 “Welcome Week” Activities
Aug 19, 2026 | News, OCCI News
We’re excited to welcome you to Fall Term of the 2026-27 academic year! Whether you’re joining us...
Southwestern Launches New Pathway to a Marine Biology Degree
Aug 18, 2026 | News
Stay local, earn an associate's degree and transfer to Oregon Institute of Marine Biology Students...
Southwestern Foundation Congratulates 2026-27 Scholarship Recipients
Aug 12, 2026 | Curry Campus, Curry News, Foundation, News
Coos Bay, OR – The Southwestern Oregon Community College Foundation is proud to congratulate...
Southwestern Honors Rashinda Reed as 2026 Distinguished Alumna
Aug 4, 2026 | Alumni, Curry News, Foundation, News, Student Success
COOS BAY, Ore. – Southwestern is proud to honor Rashinda Reed, head women’s volleyball coach at...
Community Education Showcase at Curry Campus – Sept. 2, 2026
Aug 3, 2026 | Community, Curry Campus
BROOKINGS, Ore.— Southwestern Oregon Community College will host a free Community Education...
SWOCC student space research to go to ISS
Aug 3, 2026 | Foundation
What if a team of students from the south Oregon coast were able to design an experiment for the...
Recent Posts
- Winter Term & Intersession 2026-27 Registration
- Friends of Curry Campus Speaker Series Presents: Exploring the Flora and Fauna of the Australian Rainforest – Nov. 12, 2026
- OCCI and Junior Chamber of Commerce Thanksgiving Bazaar 2026
- OCCI Pizza Pop-Up Sale! – Oct. 30, 2026
- STEAM Pathways Lecture Series – Engineering: Getting involved in Oregon’s “Micro Space Program” – Nov. 12, 2026




















