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2020 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards
Annual Event Will be Held Virtually on September 16th SPRINGFIELD – The Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Commission) will present 27 Illinoisans and businesses with the Governor’s Volunteer Service Award during a special virtual event on September 16, 2020 at 2 p.m. The award recognizes volunteers and volunteer programs that have made …
SWIC TO OBSERVE ADULT EDUCATION & FAMILY LITERACY WEEK SEPT. 20-26
Southwestern Illinois College is proud to observe the nationally recognized Adult Education and Family Literacy Week on Sept. 20-26. The annual awareness week was created to heighten public awareness, strengthen alliances, leverage resources, and increase the number of people who understand the vital role adult education and family literacy plays in our nation’s well-being. The …
Get a jump on filing 2021-22 FAFSA Oct. 1 using 2019 taxes
If you want to maximize the amount of student financial assistance for which you are eligible, then set your calendar for Oct. 1. That’s the day you can begin to file your 2021-22 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Early FAFSA completion allows for additional funding opportunities such as the Illinois MAP Grant, which …
George Portz and the Roots of Bluegrass Cancelled at SWIC
The George Portz and the Roots of Bluegrass concert originally scheduled for Friday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Southwestern Illinois College Belleville Campus has been cancelled due to Covid-19 restrictions. The concert is not being rescheduled at this time. For ticket refund information contact SWIC Student Life Director Amy Brockman at 618-222-5324 or …
SWIC to offer Brewing Science & Operations program starting fall 2020
In partnership with 4204 Main Street Brewing Company in Belleville, Southwestern Illinois College is proud to offer an Associate in Applied Science degree or certificate in brewing operations and fermentation science starting in the fall 2020 semester. Students can begin the program by taking the BRW 101 Intro to Brewing Process course, which will be …
FALL 2020 Reopening Information (July 27, 2020)
With the August 15 start date for the fall term nearing, students will receive weekly communication to provide up to date information regarding the Fall 2020 Semester. Restore Illinois Plan – Phase 3 Preparedness. Students should be prepared to adjust instructional delivery modes in the event the Governor’s office requires schools to revert to Phase …