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April 11th, 2024 – Alumni and Friends Happy Hour at Time Out Sports Bar & Grill, Troy

SWIC’s Foundation office is hosting our first alumni event in Madison County on April 11th from 5 – 7 PM at Time Out Sports Bar & Grill in Troy, IL. If you are an alum (whether you took a few classes or got a degree, you count!) or just a SWIC supporter, we would love to see you at the event. Our office will be holding more events for alumni throughout the year. You can register below to get on our mailing list! 

Alumni Trips

See the world and support SWIC students! All trips are coordinated by PSOP. Procceeds from these trips benefit the SWIC Alumni Scholarship.

Alpine Swiss Villages & Rails                                       

July 9 – 17, 2024

In conjunction with the SWIC Foundation Department. Considered to be one of the most beautiful countries in the world! Highlights include: 6 nights at one hotel, small cities and parks, glaciers and waterfalls, several train rides, a cruise, a cable car ride, a walking tour of Lucerne, and much more. Price begins at $5369 per person. Full due 3/3/2024. Air from STL and 12 meals are included. Contact Nancy Bauer for more info at 618/234-4410, ext. 7020, or e-mail at nancy.bauer@swic.edu.

Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park

August 5-11, 2024

In conjunction with the SWIC Foundation Department. See 3 national parks, beautiful blue lakes, travel the Icefields Parkway, Going-to-the-Sun Highway, walk on a glacier, ride the Banff Gondola, and more! Cost is $4567pp, double, $5743 single, and Includes 7 days hotel, air from St Louis, 9 meals, and much more! Contact Nancy Bauer for more info at 618/234-4410, ext. 7020, or e-mail at nancy.bauer@swic.edu.

New York City

August 29 – September 2, 2024

In conjunction with the SWIC Foundation Department. Tour the City that Never Sleeps and learn about many of the buildings and landmarks. Tour Ellis Island, the 9/11 Memorial, 2 Broadway shows, and free time for shopping! Cost is $4079 for single, $3579 per person, double, $3549 per person, triple, and includes sightseeing, 2 shows, air from ST Louis, 4 nights hotels, tours as indicated, and 5 meals. Full payment is due on/before June 12, 2024. Contact Nancy Bauer for more info at 618/234-4410, ext. 7020, or e-mail at nancy.bauer@swic.edu.

A Culinary Journey Through Tuscany

September 24 – October 2, 2024

In conjunction with the SWIC Foundation Department. Taste your way through Tuscany! Wine tours, walking tours, museums, a boat tour across Lake Trasimeno, and food, food, food! Included is 7 nights in one hotel, 16 meals, air from St Louis, and more! Cost is $5199pp double, and $5899 for a single. Contact Nancy Bauer for more info at 618/234-4410, ext. 7020, or e-mail at nancy.bauer@swic.edu.

Irish Splendor

November 7-14, 2024

In conjunction with the SWIC Foundation Department. Enjoy one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Tour Trinity College and Christ Church during our city tour; visit the Blarney Stone. Drive the stunning Dingle Peninsula to the Cliffs of Moher. And enjoy a glass of Whiskey with your overnight stay in a Castle! Price includes 9 meals, air from St Louis, and sightseeing as shown. Cost is $4963 for a single, $4463 per person for a double, and $4433 per person, triple. Deadline for reservations is August 20, 2024. Contact Nancy Bauer for more info at 618/234-4410, ext. 7020, or e-mail at nancy.bauer@swic.edu.

Southwestern Illinois College Distinguished Alumni

  • Antoinette Hayes-Triplett ’92
  • Sgt. Jon J. Brough Sr. ’86
  • Gary Harbison, ‘98
  • Stephen Otten ‘11
  • Dr. Dennis G. Hall `68
  • Dawn M. Mushill `90
  • Daniel C. Dobbins `79
  • James F. Allsup `76
  • Jennifer C. Filyaw `94
  • Rev. Dr. Donald C. Wagner `82
  • Barbara Constance `80
  • Dr. Georgina L. Herzberg `63
  • Kathleen L. Liefer `82
  • Louis V. Hencken `64
  • Andrew B. Connor `76
  • Taylor Pensoneau `60
  • Kimberly Shaw Elliott `74
  • Ronald L. Selph `75
  • Terry L. Lengfelder `59
  • Glenn S. McCoy `85
  • Robert H. Graebe `49
  • Kenneth E. Travous `71
  • David M. Detrich `78
  • Sheriff Mearl J. Justus `76, `83
  • Dr. A. Thomas Amlung `66
  • William S. Badgley `56
  • Karen E. Sneddon `75
  • U.S. Representative Jerry F. Costello `71

Join the Alumni Program!

The Southwestern Illinois College Alumni Program is the networking connection for all graduates. Whether it was named Belleville Junior College, Belleville Area College or, the current, Southwestern Illinois College, the alumni program wants to keep you connected.

For more information, call 618-235-2700, ext. 5647.

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