Southwestern News
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.
Students launch coastal research projects with new XRF Technology
COOS BAY, Ore. – Thanks to Southwestern Oregon Community College Foundation, donors and grants,...
Running for Students: College President’s Fundraiser Coming to SWOCC – July 14, 2025
1,500 Miles, 17 Colleges, 50 Days, One Cause COOS BAY, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College...
OCCI’s Summer Restaurant Lunch Service Returns in July and August 2025
Coos Bay, OR – A summer tradition returns this July and August as Oregon Coast Culinary Institute...
SWOCC trail system connects people, nature and learning
Trail crew ready for action: Wyatt, Kenny, Kaya, Mhina, and Joseph The College is moving...
Southwestern Launches Diesel Mechanic Program to fill workforce gap
COOS BAY, Ore. – Southwestern Oregon Community College (SWOCC) is rolling out a new Diesel...
MENU: Culinary Market & La Patisserie – June 5, 2025
Join us for our very last Culinary Market and La Patisserie bake sale of the year! This Thursday,...
Southwestern celebrates its 2025 graduates
Coos Bay, OR – Southwestern is proud of the 2025 graduates! This year the College is pleased to...
Southwestern hosts “Juneteenth: Americanism Reclaimed,” a presentation by Taylor Stewart – June 18, 2025
Coos Bay, OR – In celebration of Juneteenth, Southwestern Oregon Community College invites the...
New Diesel Program at SWOCC rolls out this fall
If you run commercial trucks or operate a commercial fishing boat, you likely know Terry Cheyne or...
New Artist Residency Brings Creative Opportunities to Oregon’s South Coast
Now Accepting Applications for 2025–2026 Guest Artist in Residence! COOS BAY, OR – Southwestern...
MENU: Culinary Market & La Patisserie – May 29, 2025
Join us for our combined Culinary Market and La Patisserie bake sale this Thursday, May 29, 2025,...
Southwestern Hosts Annual Student Research Symposium – May 30, 2025
COOS BAY, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College invites the community to join us on Friday,...
Community Impact Program (CIP)
A New Way to Take Your First-Year Classes Sign up for the new Community Impact Program (CIP)...
MENU: Culinary Market & La Patisserie – May 22, 2025
The OCCI Food Truck is back! Join us for our first combined Culinary Market and La Patisserie bake...
Southwestern’s Community Choir presents “Songs from the Stage” – June 2, 2025
COOS BAY, OR – The Coos Singers, a community choir from Southwestern Oregon Community College,...
Southwestern Offers Free GED® and Adult Basic Education Classes Summer Term 2025
Coos Bay, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College is offering free GED® and Adult Basic...
Friends of Curry Campus Speaker Series Presents “Sea Otters: Once More on Our Shores?” – June 12, 2025
Photo by Gretchen Kay Stuart BROOKINGS, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College Curry Campus...
MENU: La Patisserie “Tea House Theme” – May 15, 2025
Join us for a Tea House-themed La Patisserie bake sale this Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 10:00...
Jobs available for SWOCC forest trail construction crew
COOS BAY, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College is hiring people this spring for the SWOCC...
Southwestern Launches New Marine Biology Degree
[Photo: Southwestern’s Assistant Professor of Biology, Amy Burgess, instructs students at the Cape...
