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Tamburitzans to bring international cultures to the stage Nov. 19
One of the world’s finest, longest-running live musical variety stage shows of its kind returns to Metro East Saturday, November 19th. The Tamburitzans will return for the popular Southwestern Illinois …
SWIC’s Student Life to host a “Walk to End Hunger”
You can help wipe out hunger among SWIC students by participating in the Southwestern Illinois College Walk to End Hunger Nov. 1. The college’s Student Veterans Association and Veterans Services …
SWIC to host Fall 2022 Job Fair Nov. 9 at Belleville Campus
Explore endless career opportunities at Southwestern Illinois College’s Annual Fall 2022 Job Fair. The fair is in partnership with the Illinois Department of Employment Security, Veterans Department and will be …
SWIC Senior Companion Program Seeking Volunteers
Looking for a chance to brighten someone’s day? Become a Senior Companion! The Senior Companion Program pairs Volunteers, 55 and older, with seniors who otherwise would not be able to …
SWIC & Local Manufacturers Showcased Future of Industry at Manufacturing Day Open House
More than 1,500 students from 38 high schools in the Metro East and Missouri turned out to learn more about education and careers in manufacturing at the Southwestern Illinois College …
Manufacturing Day: SWIC & Local Manufacturers Showcase Future of Industry
Check out high-tech automated manufacturing machinery, hear from regional manufacturers and discover how American manufacturing is flourishing – all at the Southwestern Illinois College Manufacturing Day celebration. SWIC will open …