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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 …
SWIC releases spring 2020 dean’s list
The following is a list of full- and part-time students on the Southwestern Illinois College Dean’s List for the Spring 2020 Semester. This list includes full-time students who completed 12 or more semester credits during the semester and part-time students who completed six or more semester credits during the semester while maintaining a 3.5 or …
SWIC releases spring 2020 graduate list
The following is a list of Southwestern Illinois College students who graduated at the conclusion of the Spring 2020 Semester. The students’ names are listed alphabetically according to hometown. The list also denotes students who graduated with honors (a 3.5 grade point average or higher) and with a perfect 4.0 GPA. SWIC Spring 2020 Graduate …
Juneteenth: Message from the President
Juneteenth: a time for reflection and recommitment on the Black Life and the Fight against Racism As an institution of higher education, we at Southwestern Illinois College are committed to valuing human life,with respect, fairness, equality, and dignity. I am appalled at the recent events across our country, the tragic deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud …
Swansea Wealth Advisor Samuel Hanger named to the SWIC Foundation Board
Wealth management advisor Samuel Hanger of O’Fallon has been named to the Southwestern Illinois College Foundation Board. As a board member, he will support the Foundation’s efforts to provide special educational and cultural activities that are not part of the college budget. Hanger is a graduate of University of Missouri-Columbia and has been working in …