Student Success News
Welcome to the Student Success News Hub – Here you will find news stories, features, successes and updates pertaining to Southwestern students. Dive deeper into the myriad of ways Southwestern fosters student success by learning more about our students’ journeys. Stay connected to the encouraging stories that underscore the College’s commitment to student success.
Nursing career paths are as unique as you
A career as a professional nurse can take you anywhere you want. Meet four examples. Jackie Hummel's journey was not easy. It took her a...
Southwestern Students Recognized for Academic Honors Fall Term – Academic Year 2023-2024
Coos Bay, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College announces the names of students who excelled fall term for the 2023-2024 academic school year....
Southwestern offers four fast-track classes during winter holiday
COOS BAY, Ore. – Southwestern Oregon Community College is offering students a chance to take fast-track classes during the winter holiday. The...
2023-24 InventOR Kickoff Event at Southwestern – Oct. 26, 2023
Coos Bay, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College kicks off our South Coast Innovation Challenge (an Invent Oregon semifinal event) by welcoming...
Southwestern Foundation Congratulates 2023-24 Scholarship Recipients
The Southwestern Oregon Community College Foundation is proud to congratulate the 2023-24 scholarship recipients. Thanks to generous donors, the...
Acclaimed Chefs from ACF Culinary Team USA Host Exclusive Luncheon at Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (RSVP Required)
Coos Bay, OR – The Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) at Southwestern Oregon Community College is pleased to announce a luncheon prepared by the...
Southwestern Students Recognized for Academic Honors Spring Term 2023
Coos Bay, OR – Southwestern Oregon Community College announces the names of students who excelled spring term for the 2022-2023 academic school...
Southwestern increasing college success for Oregon’s rural men
Southwestern Oregon Community College introduces the Rural Education Affordable Learning (REAL) Team, an initiative aimed at ensuring college...
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute offers special lunch events this summer
Coos Bay, OR – The Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) at Southwestern Oregon Community College is excited to be offering several lunch events...
OCCI Alum Wins Global Culinary Competition
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute (OCCI) 2010 alum, Chef Reilly Meehan, recently competed at the Worldchefs Global Chefs Challenge Regional Semi-Final...