Southwestern College | Fall 2022 | GENERAL INFORMATION

Virtual Welcome Center for Students:
https://www.swccd.edu/virtualchat

Reopening Plan and On Campus Procedures: https://www.swccd.edu/about-swc/swc-returns/

Frequently Called Phone Numbers
For questions or department not listed below, please visit www.swccd.edu

Area Code 619		
Ext.
Academic Success Center............................. 482–6348
Admissions..................................................... 421–6700…………....5215
or 5216 or admissions@swccd.edu
Art Gallery....................................................... 216-6605
Assessment (Placements) ............................. 482–6385
Associated Student Organization (ASO)........ 482–6568
Athletics ......................................................... 482–6370
Basic Police Academy.................................... 482–6462
Bookstore ...................................................... bookstore@swccd.edu
CalWORKs Program....................................... 482–6510
Career Center................................................. 421–6700..................5247
Cashier’s Office/Student Accounts................ 482–6307
Child Development Center............................. 216–6695
College Police (EMERGENCIES ONLY).......... 216–6691
College Police (NON-EMERGENCIES)........... 482–6380
Communications, Community andGovernment Relations.................................... 482–6304
Continuing Education .................................... 482–6373
Counseling Center.......................................... 482-6361
Crown Cove Aquatic Center........................... 575–6176
Customized Training for Business ................. 482–6376
Dental Hygiene............................................... 216–6665..................4862
Disability Support Services............................ 482–6512/VP 207–4480
DSS Test Proctor............................................ 421–6700..................5271
Emergency Medical Technology/
Paramedic.................................................. (EMT/EMTP)......216–6760
Extended Opportunity Programs andServices (EOPS)......................................... 482–6456
Evaluations..................................................... 482–6326
Facilities Leasing............................................ 482–6319
Facilities, Operations and Planning................ 482–6573
Financial Aid .................................................. 482–6357
Financial Services and Budgeting.................. 216–6641
First Year Experience (FYE)............................ 421–6700..................5625
Health Services.............................................. 482–6354
High School Student Information (Outreach).482–6518
Higher Education Center at National City...... 216–6665..................4851
Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa......... 216–6750
Higher Education Center at San Ysidro......... 216–6790
Instructional Support Services....................... 482-6442

Area Code 619		
Ext.
Library............................................................ 421-6700...................5697
Medical Assisting Program............................. 216–6665..................4886
Medical Laboratory Technician Program........ 216–6665..................4886
Nursing Programs and Courses..................... 482–6352
Online Learning Center.................................. 482–6595 oronlinelearning@swccd.edu
Outreach......................................................... 482–6518
Parking Services............................................. 216–6611
Personal Wellness Services............................ 421–6700..................5279
Prerequisite Review........................................ 482-6385
Registration Information................................. 421–6700.…………...5215
or 5216
Small Business Development Center............. 482–6391
Student Accounts .......................................... 482–6307
Student Activities........................................... 482–6568
Student Employment Services ...................... 482–6356
Student Newspaper (Southwestern Sun)....... mbranscomb@swccd.edu
Superintendent/President ............................. 482–6301
Tennis Courts and Tennis Center .................. 421–6622
Transfer Center .............................................. 482–6472
Veterans Center.............................................. 482–6548
Veterans Services........................................... 482-6324
Workability III Program................................... 216–6714
Workforce Development Office...................... 482-6373
Writing Center................................................ 421–6700..................5830

Schools, Units and Centers

Arts, Communication and Social Sciences.... 482–6372
Business and Technology............................... 482–6460
Continuing Education andWorkforce Development............................ 482–6373
Counseling and Student Support Programs.. 482–6471
Language, Literature, and Humanities........... 482–6461
Mathematics, Science, and Engineering........ 482–6459
Wellness, Exercise Science and Athletics...... 216–6626
Higher Education Center at National City ..... 216–6665..................4851
Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa......... 216–6750
or hecom@swccd.edu
Higher Education Center at San Ysidro......... 216–6790
or hecsy@swccd.edu* Please refer to the College website for more information.

DISCLAIMER While every reasonable effort is made to ensure that statements in the schedule are accurate, the information
contained herein is subject to change or elimination without notice by the administration of the Southwestern Community
College District. Students should consult the appropriate campus, campus/district website or department for current
information, as well as for any special rules or requirements imposed. Please visit: www.swccd.edu/WebAdvisor for mostcurrent scheduling information.
The Southwestern College Schedule (USPS #024423) Published six times a year in November, January, March, April, May, and July by the officesof Publications and Continuing Education at Southwestern College, 900 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910–7299. Periodicals Postage
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Fall 2022
Office Hours
Academic Success Center

619-482-6348 or SWCLASTutor@swccd.edu
https://www.swccd.edu/student-support/tutoring/
On Campus Hours (Bldg. 26):
Monday through Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. / Friday 9:00am –12:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 10:00am –4:00pm / Friday 8:00am to 3:00pm

Counseling Center

Cashier’s Office/Student Accounts

Disability Support Services (DSS)

619-421-6700, ext. 5247 or careercenter@swccd.edu
On Campus Hours:
Monday and Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30
p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. / Thursday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. –3:00 p.m.
619-482-6307 and 619-482-6314 or
swcwebregcashier@swccd.edu;

Admissions and Records

619-421-6700, ext. 5215 or 5216 oradmissions@swccd.edu
Cranium Cafe lobbies:
www.swccd.edu/admissions
On Campus Hours (Bldg. 68-101):
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 8:00
a.m. – 5:00 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Cranium Café chat lobbies:
https://swccd.craniumcafe.com/group/
cashiers/lobby
On Campus Hours (Bldg. 68-102):
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Child Development Center
619-216-6695

Assessment/Prerequisites

619-482-6385 or SWCAssessment@swccd.
edu or Available on Cranium Café
On Campus Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 4:30 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30
p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00
a.m. – 6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Bookstore

bookstore@swccd.edu or check theBookstore website atwww.swcbookstore.com

College Police Department619-216-6691 (Emergencies Only)
619-482-6380 (Non-emergencies)
Location: Building 22 in Parking Lot C at
the Chula Vista Campus:
Open Daily 5:00 a.m.– Midnight
Parking or citation information: Please
visit www.swccd.edu/parking or email
swcparking@swccd.edu

Continuing Education

CalWORKs Program

619-482-6510 or swccalworks@swccd.edu;
Cranium Cafe chat lobbies:
https://swccd.craniumcafe.com/group/
calworks-front-desk/
Online at Cranium Cafe:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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Career Center

619-482-6376 or www.swccd.edu/
continuinged
On Campus (Bldg. 59A-101):
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.– 4:30
p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.– 4:30
p.m.

Cooperative Work Experience
Education (CWEE)

Student Employment Services 619-482-6356
or jswanson@swccd.edu
On Campus:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 4:30 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30
p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

619-482-6361 or counseling@swccd.edu
On Campus:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00
a.m.– 4:30 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m.– 6:30
p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00
a.m. – 6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00
p.m.
619-482-6512 or dss@swccd.edu or VP
619–207–4480
On Campus:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 4:30 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30
p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

District Lost and Found

619-216-6611 or Contact College Police

Extended Opportunity Programs andServices (EOPS)
619-482-6456 or eops@swccd.edu
Cranium Cafe Lobbies:
https://swccd.craniumcafe.com/group/
extended-opportunity-programs-services-eopscare-front-desk/lobby
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Evaluations

619-482-6326 or evaluations@swccd.edu
Cranium Café Lobbies:
https://swccd.craniumcafe.com/group/
evaluations/lobby
On Campus Hours (Bldg. 68-104):
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 5:00 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30
p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Financial Aid

619-482-6357 or financialaid@swccd.edu
Cranium Café Chat Lobbies
https://www.swccd.edu/admissions-andfinancial-aid/financial-aid/contact-us.
aspx
Online hours at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Please refer to WebAdvisor for most current scheduling information at: www.swccd.edu/webadvisor

Southwestern College | Fall 2022 | GENERAL INFORMATIONFirst Year Experience (FYE)

619-421-6700, ext. 5625 or SWCFYE@swccd.
edu
On Campus:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 5:00 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m.– 6:30
p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Health Services

619-482-6354 or enurse@swccd.edu or
https://swccd.craniumcafe.com/group/healthservices-front-desk/lobby
On Campus: (Bldg. 58A-101):
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 5:00 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30
p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Honors Program
619-482-6472

Library619-482-6397 or https://www.swccd.edu/
student-support/library/index.aspx
On Campus (Bldg. 64):
https://www.swccd.edu/student-support/
library/about/hours-and-locations.aspx
Online:Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m. / Friday 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Mathematics, Engineering, Science
Achievement Program (MESA)
619-482-6381 or mmjahed@swccd.edu

On Campus (Bldg. 60-101):
Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m. / Friday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Math Center

Outreach Services

619-482-6518 or outreach@swccd.edu
On Campus (Bldg. 68-101):
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
/ Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Personal Wellness Services

619-421-6700, ext. 5279 or
SWCPersonalWellness@swccd.edu
https://swccd.craniumcafe.com/group/healthservices-front-desk/lobby
On Campus (Bldg. 58A-101):
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 5:00 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30
p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

619-421-6700, ext. 5270 or tluque@swccd.
edu
On Campus (Bldg. 60-110):
Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. –7:00 p.m. / Friday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Restorative Justice Program

Online Learning Center

619-482-6537 or jmarasigan@swccd.edu

619-482-6595 or onlinelearning@swccd.edu
Located on the third floor of the library:
Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. –4:00 p.m. / Friday by appointment only
Online:Live Chat – 24/7 coverage619-216-6657 or pmilkovich@swccd.edu

Service Learning

Student Employment Services
619-482-6356 or ses@swccd.edu

On Campus:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 4:30 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30
p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Transfer Center

619-482-6472 or SWCTransferCenter@swccd.
edu
On Campus:
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. / Thursday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday & Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30
p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Veterans Resource Center

619-482-6548 or www.swccd.edu/vrc

Veterans Services

619-482-6324 or www.swccd.edu/veteransWorkability III Program

619–216–6714 or jnominni@swccd.edu
Please call or email for an appointment InPerson or on Cranium Cafe

Student Activities

619-482-6568 or SWCStudentActivities@
swccd.edu
https://swccd.craniumcafe.com/group/
student-activities-front-desk/lobby
On Campus (Bldg. 58A-101):
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 5:00 p.m./ Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:30
p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Please refer to WebAdvisor for most current scheduling information at: www.swccd.edu/webadvisor

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Fall 2022
School, Unit and Center Hours
Crown Cove Aquatic Center

School of Counseling and Student
Support Programs

Christine Perri, M.A., Dean
Fernando Poveda, M.Ed., Director
619–575–6176 or ccac@swccd.edu

Steven Baissa, M.A., Dean
619-482-6471 or sbaissa@swccd.edu

On Campus:
Monday – Closed / Tuesday throughFriday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00p.m / Saturday &Sunday 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

School of Arts, Communication andSocial Sciences
Cynthia McGregor, Ph.D., Dean
619-482-6372 or
ezwierski@swccd.edu
rkatzenstein@swccd.edu

On Campus:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –4:00 p.m. / Friday by appointment only
Online:Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. –6:00 p.m. / Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

School of Business and Technology

Mink Stavenga, D.B.A., Dean
619-482-6460 or tgallegos@swccd.edu,
mhicks@swccd.edu, cgallegos@swccd.edu

School of Continuing Education andWorkforce Development

Jennifer Lewis, M.S., Dean
619-482-6373 or jtrinidad@swccd.edu
Myesha Jackson, MBA, Director, Continuing
Education
619-482-6376 or continuinged@swccd.edu
On Campus: (Bldg. 59A):
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –4:30 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30
p.m.

School of Language, Literature, andHumanities
Joel Levine, Ed.D., Dean
619-482-6461 or bramirez@swccd.edu
On campus:
Monday through Thursday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Online:Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

School of Mathematics, Science andEngineering
Silvia Nadalet, Ph.D., Dean
619-482-6459 or mse@swccd.edu

On campus:
Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m.–
5:30 p.m. / Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa
(HEC, OM)
Silvia Cornejo, M.A., Dean
619–216–6750 or hecom@swccd.edu

On Campus:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m.
– 5:00 p.m. / Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00
p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
https://swccd.craniumcafe.com/group/
higher-education-center-otay-mesa-frontdesk/

Higher Education Center at San Ysidro(HEC, SY)
Silvia Cornejo, M.A., Dean
Patricia Bartow, M.A., Director
619–216–6790 or hecsy@swccd.edu

On Campus:   
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –6:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Online:https://tinyurl.com/hecsylobby

School of Wellness, Exercises Scienceand Athletics

Office of Student Services

Higher Education Center at National
City (HEC, NC)

http://www.swccd.edu/administration/officeof-student-services/index.aspx

Jennifer Harper, M.A., Interim Dean
619-421-6700, ext. 5353

Christine Perri, M.A., Dean
619–216–6665 or hecnc@swccd.edu

On Campus:
Monday & Wednesday 7:15 a.m. – 4:15
p.m. / Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 a.m. –7:00 p.m. / Friday 7:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
https://www.swccd.edu/locations/highereducation-center-at-national-city/

Rachel Fischer, M.Ed., Dean
619-482-6369 or
SWCOfficeOfStudentServices@swccd.edu

On Campus (Bldg. 68-109):
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –4:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Online at Cranium Café:
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –4:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Instructional Support Services
Mia McClellan, M.Ed., Dean
619-482-6442 or nlloyd@swccd.edu

On Campus (Bldg. 64-347):
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. –4:30 p.m. / Friday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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Fall 2022
Important Dates and Deadlines
June 3• Email registration information to students

June 13• Registration begins by appointment• Waitlist available (as classes fill).

September 4

November 21–23

September 5

November 24–25

September 16

December 6-21

• No Sunday classes in observance ofLabor Day
• Holiday—Labor Day

July 5• 1st Drop for non-payment• Last day to file a petition for IndependentStudy• Financial Aid Freeze Date.

August 8• 2022 Fall programs for nursing andparamedics

October 7• Last day to file a petition for Credit by
Examination

August 9• 2nd Drop for non-payment

August 21

August 22• Fall 2022 Semester Begins• Textbooks and required class materials
must be returned by the first week of Fall(see bookstore website)

September 2• Deadline to complete items below through
WebAdvisor (online only)• Refunds: Last day to withdraw fromclasses and qualify for a full refund• Last day to drop without a “W” for fullterm classes• Last day to add classes. No late adds will
be accepted. Deadline will be enforced.
• Last day to get a refund for Student
Activities fee• Holiday—Thanksgiving• Online Grading is open

December 8-14

• Final Examination Week

December 14• Last day of classes–end of Fall semester

October 17

December 19-January 2

November 1

December 21• Second 8-week session begins• Residency determination date

• No classes—Thanksgiving Week
• Campus and Centers remain open

• Deadline to Petition for Fall 2022
Graduation(Note: Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)
petition deadline is October 1)• Winter Break• Final grades are due for all classes.

November 10• Last day to withdraw from full-semesterclasses and receive a “W” grade• Last day to file a petition for Pass/No
Pass (Subject to change at Chancellor’s
discretion)

November 11• Holiday—Veterans Day

Reminder to Faculty!

Grade rosters must be submitted on WebAdvisor and are due by:
MIDNIGHT ON MONDAY, December 21, 2022.
Short Session Deadlines:

Short Sessions begin August 22 and October 17
Check WebAdvisor to view the following deadline dates by clicking on the class title of a specific class section.
Deadlines for short-session classes are determined as indicated below.
• Deadline to add classes: Day prior to Census• Deadline for refund: 10% of actual meeting days (Note: in some cases this may be the first day of class).
• Deadline to apply for pass/no pass option is the first week for short term classes• Deadline to withdraw from class without receiving a “W”:
20% of actual class meeting days
• Deadline to withdraw from class and receive a “W”:
75% of actual meeting days

Please refer to WebAdvisor for most current scheduling information at: www.swccd.edu/webadvisor

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Deans and Department Chairs
School of Arts, Communication & Social Sciences

Cynthia McGregor, Dean
Visual Arts........................................................................ John Pickelle..................................jpickelle@swccd.edu
Performing Arts................................................................ Dr. Jeff Nevin………………………….jnevin@swccd.edu
Communication............................................................... Dr. Rebecca Wolniewicz........... rwolniewicz@swccd.edu
Behavioral Sciences........................................................ Dr. Christopher Hayashi...……..…chayashi@swccd.edu
History and Ethnic Studies.............................................. Victor Chavez.................................vchavez@swccd.edu

Higher Education Center at San Ysidro

Silvia Cornejo, Dean
Family Studies................................................................. Leslynn Gallo...................................... lgallo@swccd.edu

Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa

Silvia Cornejo, Dean
Nursing............................................................................ Jamie O’Connor-Florez..................... jflorez@swccd.edu
Administration of Justice, Fire Science........................... David Caspi...................................... dcaspi@swccd.edu
Emergency Medical Technician, & Paramedic

School of Wellness, Exercise Science & Athletics

Jennifer Harper, Interim Dean
Health.............................................................................. Toni Pfister ....................…………….tpfister@swccd.edu
Exercise Science & Athletics........................................... Carolina Soto....................................csoto2@swccd.edu

School of Language, Literature & Humanities

Joel Levine, Dean
English............................................................................. John Rieder.......................................jrieder@swccd.edu
ESL.................................................................................. Courtney Lackeys Bussell..............cbussell@swccd.edu
World Languages............................................................. Nora Portillo....................................nportillo@swccd.edu
Reading............................................................................ Sylvia Garcia-Navarrete................... sgarcia@swccd.edu
Humanities....................................................................... Peter Bolland.................................pbolland@swccd.edu

School of Mathematics, Science & Engineering

Silvia Nadalet, DeanLife Science..................................................................... Shaunte Griffith-Jackson/Co-Chair.sgriffith@swccd.edu
Anthropology…………………………………………………Erin Browder/Co-Chair................ebrowder@swccd.edu
Mathematics.................................................................... Kimberly Eclar................................... keclar@swccd.edu
Physical Sciences............................................................ Grant Miller/Co-Chair....................... gmiller@swccd.edu
Physical Sciences/Chemistry.......................................... Joann Um/Co-Chair.............................. jum@swccd.edu

School of Business & Applied Technology

Mink Stavenga, Dean
Accounting & Business Admin........................................ Elisabeth Shapiro.…………………..eshapiro@swccd.edu
Office Information Systems............................................. Marisa Soler-McElwain .………………lsoler@swccd.edu
Applied Technology......................................................... Marie Vicario.................................. mvicario@swccd.edu
Computer Information Systems,...................................... Tom Luibel......................................... tluibel@swccd.edu
Computer Literacy, & Electronics

Continuing Education and Workforce Development

Jennifer Lewis, Dean
Noncredit/Continuing Education..................................... Diane Edwards-LiPera................. dedwards@swccd.edu

Instructional Support Services

Mia McClellan, Dean
Library.............................................................................. Arnold Josafat………………………ajosafat@swccd.edu

School of Counseling & Student Support Programs

Steven Baissa, Dean
Counseling & Student Support Programs ...................... Dean Aragoza...…………………...daragoza@swccd.edu
Disability Support Services.............................................. Jaquelyn Gardea............................. jgardea@swccd.edu

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Monday through Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Fridays: 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Welcome to this one-stop to connect with us
virtually. All of our Student Services departments
have personnel to answer your questions.
Your first stop is our Virtual Welcome Center
where we can answer general questions. If you
require information that is specific to your records
and applications, you will be referred to thosespecific departments. We ask for your patience as
there is a high volume of calls.
Even if you know which department you areseeking, we ask that you begin in the Welcome
Center because our representatives will be able
to give you a comprehensive overview of which
departments will best answer your specificquestions.

Technical Requirements

You can login to our lobby with MySWC, Google, Facebook, and a Guest
Registration. Students be sure to login withMySWC so we know it’s you! Most browsers can use the lobby without
downloading an application, but for the best experience please use
Chrome or Firefox.
If you would like to use your webcam and microphone during yourmeetings, be sure to read the following:

MAC users:

Using Chrome or Firefox is required. Make sure you unblock yourcamera and microphone before you meet with us. At this time Safari is
not supported.

IPHONE/IPAD users:• Please download and sign into the ConexED app through theapp store.
• You can test your setup by using the Pre-Meeting check.

Virtual Chat-Connect with us using Cranium Café

• Student Services is also available for live chat and video
meetings. Find an online staff/faculty member, click “chat withme,” sign in and begin your chat.
• Applicants: Haven’t applied yet but would like to talk to us? UseFacebook, Google, LinkedIn, or a create a ConexED login andask away.

Current/Returning Students:• Use your MySWC login so we can verify it’s you!
• We recommend the following to use this service:• Know your MySWC login. If you do not have a login or SWC ID,
please consider applying to the college.
• All PCs, Laptops, Macbooks, as well as Android devices arecompatible but will require you to use Chrome or Firefox. At thistime Safari will not work.
• Apple iOS users (iPhone and iPad) must have the ConexED iOS
app installed and logged in prior to starting a video chat.
• Use this service in a quiet and private environment.

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Important Information
Student Support and Success Steps
Complete the steps listed below to get you on the right track to Student Success!

Don’t delay!

Assessment and Prerequisites
Approximately 15 minutes• Most students should receive an email with information about
English and math placements or a request for more information
shortly after applying to the college. If you do not receive an
email, check the MySWC Assessment Placements section of the
Academic Profile in WebAdvisor.
• Students who cannot be placed based on high school data willneed to complete a Guided Self-Placement session. Visit https://www.swccd.edu/student-support/assessment-testing/guidedself-placement-schedule.aspx for more information about how tocomplete the Guided Self Placement.
• More information about how placements are determined isavailable on the Assessment website.
• Individualized accommodations are available to meet theneeds of students with disabilities. Contact Disability
Support Services (DSS) at 619-482-6512/VP 619–207–
4480 or dss@swccd.edu

Student Orientation andFirst Semester Plan
Approximately 45 Minutes Online• Log into WebAdvisor and select “New Student
Orientation” located under the Online Orientation link.
• Student Orientation informs you about important initialservices.
• Informs you for Reading, English, and Mathassessment/placement process.
• Prepares you for the registration process andacademic planning.
• Within the Student Orientation, you must complete your First
Semester Plan and submit electronically. (This will qualify you fora registration date.)• Complete the quiz to finish Student Orientation.

Students need to complete
these 3 Steps to be eligible forEnrollment Priority
Registration.
Registration information
will be emailed to you.
Enrollment Priority Registration

Enrollment priority and the registration date will be determinedwhen students have completed: 1) New Student Orientation 2)
Placement, and 3) First Semester Plan. Students have to be ina Good Academic Standing.

The California Community College Board of Governors approved apolicy change to establish system-wide registration priorities in aneffort to improve student success. The regulations are designed
to ensure that classes are available for students seeking careeradvancement, an associate degree or transfer, and to reward
students who are making academic progress towards theiracademic goals. Consequently, enrollment priorities havebeen redefined and changes have been in effectsince Fall 2014.
Under the regulations, new or returning students
who have completed assessment, orientation, and the student education
plan, as well as continuing students in good academic standing who havenot exceeded 100 units (not to include units in Basic skills or English asa Second Language) will have enrollment priority over students who do
not meet these criteria. Students will now register for courses according
to an enrollment priority system as defined by Title 5 regulations and theSouthwestern Community College District.

Level 1
State-mandated enrollment priority groups: Homeless/Foster Youth orFormer Foster Youth, Homeless Youth, Active Military, Veterans, EOPS,
DSS, CalWORKs, and Tribal TANF

Level 2
College enrollment priority groups: Associated Student OrganizationExecutive & Senate Members, District Identified Learning Communities,
MESA, University Links, Vocational Rehabilitation, Honors Program,eligible student athletes, undocumented students who have selfidentified with the District, completed the California Dream Act
Application, or registered under AB540, Restorative Justice students
who have recently been released from incarceration during the past year,
and current Southwestern College student workers in good academic
standing

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Level 3SWC Early Admission Program students (Fall term only)

Level 4
Continuing Students in good standing with less than 100 degreeapplicable units completed at SWCa).......................................................................... 50 units–90 unitsb).......................................................................... 30 units–49 unitsc).....................................................................................0–29 unitsd).......................................................................... 90 units–99 units
Students who attend an Altus School (Charter School of San Diego,
Audeo, Audeo II, Audeo III, Audeo Valley Charter School, Grossmont
Secondary, Sweetwater Secondary, Mirus).

Level 5

Open Enrollment–New and Returning students on a first come, firstserved basis

Level 6

• Student who have lost enrollment priority enrollment• Students with 100 or more units

What can I do if I lose my enrollment
priority?
Enrollment priority shall be lost at the firstregistration opportunity after the student:• Placed on academic or progress probation for two consecutive
terms; or• Earned 100 or more degree applicable semester units

Students who have lost enrollment priority
can petition to appeal their status, if they canprovide documentation for the following area:
Extenuating Circumstances:

Extenuating circumstances are verified cases of accidents, illnesses
or other circumstances beyond the control of the student. Examplesof documentation include: medical records, police reports, court
documents, etc.

Students with Disabilities: Academic Accommodations

Student with disabilities should contact Disability Support Services(DSS) for questions regarding enrollment priority at 619-482-6512, VP
619-207-4480, dss@swccd.edu.

Students who have demonstrated significant
academic improvement:

Students who have demonstrated significant academic improvement
defined as achieving no less than the minimum grade point averageand progress standards. Examples of documentation include: Transcript
which shows academic improvement in a minimum of two semesters.

Students who are enrolled in high unit majors or units in
categories listed below:

Students who are enrolled in High Unit Majors or have accumulated units
from Advanced Placement, 2+2 or Credit by Examination.

Honor Students:

Honors Students who have no other available opportunity forhonor addendums, based on their academic goal. Examplesof documentation include: Honors addendum contracts for thecompletion of at least 15 semester units and Student Education
Plan. (Conflict in work or class schedule is not a valid reason notenrolling in an honors addendum)

Final semester before degree certificate and/orTransfer Completion:

Student is within his/her final semester of degree, certificate and/ortransfer completion. Examples of documentation include: Student
Education Plan, updated transcript must show only the remainingclasses before graduation.
Petitions available online at www.swccd.edu/admissions (click on
Admissions Forms)

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How to Apply and Register
Seven Easy Steps to Enrollment!
STEP 1: Apply Online for Admission
STEP 2: Assessment and Prerequisites
STEP 3: Complete New Student Orientation
STEP 4: Registration
STEP 5: Pay Fees
STEP 6: Send Your Transcripts
STEP 7: Access College Services (after you have applied)

Step 1: Apply online for
Admissions

Go to www.swccd.edu/apply. New and former students (anyone notregistered for the Spring 2022 semester) must complete the College
admissions application.

Step 2: Assessment andPrerequisites

Follow these steps:• Review the email regarding placement that you received withinseveral days after completing the application. If you do not get
an email, you can check your placements in WebAdvisor under
Academic Profile in the section labeled My SWC Assessment
Placement Results.
• If Guided Self Placement is required, instruction will be emailed
to you or visit https://www.swccd.edu/student-support/
assessment-testing/guided-self-placement-schedule.aspx for
more information• Be sure to complete these steps prior to registration. The results
will help you select appropriate English and math courses.
• Students who have coursework from other institutions or
AP scores can submit a petition to have them evaluated for
prerequisite clearance. More information and necessary forms
are available at http://www.swccd.edu/prerequisites.
• The Assessment Center can be reached at SWCAssessment@
swccd.edu. or at Cranium Café. Visit https://www.swccd.edu/
student-support/assessment-testing/index.aspx for assessment
procedures and policies.
• Students enrolling in online classes are not required to attend
the on-campus assessment but should complete the online
orientation. Contact your instructor for more information.
• Individualized accommodations are available to meet the needsof students with disabilities. Contact Disability Support Services(DSS) at 619-482-6512/VP 619-207-4480 or swccd.edu/dss

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Step 3: New Student
Orientation and First
Semester Plan

Orientation is required of all new students who are planning to completea degree, certificate, or transfer to a university. Learn all about college
resources, general education, major requirements, and select the best
courses for your first semester plan. Access the Online Orientation
though the college website WebAdvisor link or through your MySWC
portal.
• Log into WebAdvisor and select “New Student Orientation”
located under the Online Orientation link.
• Student Orientation informs you about important initial services.
• Informs you for Reading, English, and Math assessment/
placement process.
• Prepares you for the registration process and academic planning.
• Within the Student Orientation, you must complete your First
Semester Plan and submit electronically. (This will qualify you fora priority registration date.)• Complete the quiz to finish Student Orientation.

Step 4: Registration
Important Note: if you haven›t registered for classes recently, you may
need to Apply to SWC first!
Visit https://www.swccd.edu/classes-and-registration/registrationinstructions.aspx for additional assistance.
For assistance logging in, go to www.swccd.edu/virtualchat.

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Step 5: Pay Fees

Students may pay their fees online through MySWC/WebAdvisor or byphone. To pay by phone, call Student Accounts at (619) 482-6307 or(619) 482-6314.
To Pay through MySWC:
Login to MySWC and find the WebAdvisor on MySWC section - follow
the steps below:• Select the Registration menu in the “WebAdvisor for Students”
accordion.
• Follow the Register for Classes link.
• On your schedule page, select the link Make A Payment after you
register for courses.
• You will proceed to a page that will redirect you to SouthwesternCollege’s Payment Center.
• You can proceed to make a payment by selecting Make
Payment.
For Fall 2022, there will be two Drop for nonpayment dates: July 5 andAugust 9, 2022. If a student owes more than $184 by Tuesday, July 5,
they will be dropped from classes that cause their unpaid balance tobe more than $184. The drop sequence will be from last enrollment tofirst. Students will be allowed to enroll again; however, the same rule will
apply on the second drop date on Tuesday, August 9th. After August 9th,
students are responsible for dropping their classes by the appropriate
refund deadlines or they will be financially responsible.
If a student is registered or active in any class after the term begins, itwill be the student’s responsibility to drop themselves if not attending.
Non-payment or non-attendance does not release the student from this
responsibility and may result in a failing grade being issued with fees
owed.

Fee payment options:• Students may pay on site (cash, check, credit card) or by credit
card at MySWC Portal WebAdvisor on MySWC (swccd.edu)• Southwestern College is pleased to announce the availability oftuition payment plans for students! Check out the SWC Student
Payment Plans at Payment Plans (swccd.edu)• Apply for Financial Aid at www.swccd.edu/financialaid

Federal and State Financial Aid is available for qualified students. Apply
online at www.fafsa.ed.gov or visit the Financial Aid Office at any College
location for additional information.
The California College Promise Grant (CCPG) is also available and easy
to apply for. If you qualify, your enrollment fees are waived and coveredby the State of California. You may apply at swccd.edu/ccpg throughout
the academic year.

Step 6: Send your Transcript

Official transcripts from all accredited external institutions attended areneeded to award credit for degrees and certificates. College transcripts
will be evaluated by the Evaluations Office. Official transcripts must
be sent directly from other schools, colleges and universities to the
Admissions Office. Hand-carried transcripts will not be accepted. If you
have ever attended another college or university, request transcripts besent to:Southwestern College,
Admissions Office
900 Otay Lakes Road
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Or electronically to admissions@swccd.edu

Step 7: Access College
Services after you haveappliedVisit the Virtual Welcome Center https://www.swccd.edu/studentsupport/virtual-welcome-center.aspx for assistance or the college
website for a full list of student services in the following departments:• SWC Cares - http://swccd.edu/swccares - If you are a student
in need of basic assistance — food, housing, transportation,
textbooks, technology or other resources — SWC Cares is here
to support you.
• Counseling Center - swccd.edu/counselingAfter the second week of the semester, schedule an individual
appointment with a College counselor to develop your Student
Education Plan (SEP).
• Career Center - swccd.edu/careercenter
Learn more about your personality, interests, and strengths andhow they relate to your major and career.
• First Year Experience (FYE) - swccd.edu/fye
Join with other new students to learn all about higher educationand skills for success.
• Transfer Center - swccd.edu/transfercenter
Learn how SWC prepares you for transferring to the university.
• Disability Support Services - swccd.edu/dss
For students with disabilities to request support andaccommodations for their classes.
• EOPS - swccd.edu/eops
Apply for over-and-above college support, counseling, and bookservice.
• Financial Aid Office - swccd.edu/financialaid
Provides assistance in applying for and receiving aid andscholarship information.
• Student Employment Services - swccd.edu/ses
Assistance in finding a part-time job or a career job once you
have completed your training.
• Evaluations Office - swccd.edu/evaluations
Petition for graduation. Have external college transcripts
evaluated for SWC credit.
• Veterans Services - swccd.edu/veterans
Offers support if you are in the military, a veteran, or qualified
member of the family.
• Resource Center - swccd.edu/resources Provides community
resources to all students.

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Student Equity andAchievement Program(SEA)
The Student Equity and Achievement Program (SEA) is a Stateof California categorically-funded program. The intent of the SEA
Program is to support the California Community Colleges in advancing
the system-wide goal to increase achievement for all students with
an emphasis on eliminating achievement gaps for students fromtraditionally underrepresented groups. Southwestern College’s goal is toimplement activities and practices that align with the Jaguar Pathways
model, provide support services to students who enter college, offer
quality curriculum and instruction, and ensure students complete theireducational goals in a timely manner.

Southwestern College agrees to:• Provide orientation services• Evaluate English, math and reading skills—through appropriate
course placement.
• Provide application and registration assistance.
• Provide access to counselors who can help with education
planning.
• Monitor student progress and keep you informed about campus
resources.

Student agrees to:• Explore the fields of study and declare a major and educationalgoal.
• Participate in a required course placement session andorientation session (online or in-person).
• Adhere to prerequisite and corequisite requirements.
• Develop a comprehensive Student Educational Plan (SEP) with acollege counselor.
• Attend and successfully complete the courses in which you
enroll.

All students are required to participate in onboarding services, unless they are exempted by thefollowing:• Already have earned an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree.
• Are attending SWC for: personal enrichment, noncredit courses
only, upgrading job skills, enrolled in apprenticeship or career
technical programs, or are concurrently enrolled in anothercollege or university.
• Exempt students may not receive a registration date by notparticipating in on-boarding services

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Fees and Refunds* At the time of publication, the Enrollment Fee is $46 per unit
(Example: a 3-unit course is $138) Note: All fees are subject tochange. Enrollment Fees are set by the California Legislature.

Registration Fees

Required Fees
Enrollment Fee....................................................................... $46 per unit
Waived for CCPG (BOGFW) recipients.
Non-Resident Tuition............................................................ $291 per unit
Plus other registration fees.
Course/Materials Fee (if applicable)........................................ Cost Varies
All student fees are set in accordance with the California Legislature andare subject to change. The enrollment fees set by the Legislature apply
to every community college in the State. In the event the Legislature
increases fees, students will be responsible for paying the difference.
Students who have already registered for classes will be billed for thedifference in accordance with any new state requirement.

Payment Plan Information:

Tuition Payment Plans Now Available

Southwestern College is pleased to announce the availability of tuition
payment plans for students! These plans are designed to help fill the gapof tuition/fees that financial aid does not cover.
If you’re interested, please go to: https://www.swccd.edu/admissionsand-financial-aid/tuition-and-fees/payment-plans.aspx
reviewtheFAQs, and then head over to WebAdvisor on MySWC. Look for the View
Account and Make Payments link in the Financial Information menu
under WebAdvisor for Students.

How much does it cost?

• There is a $25.00 nonrefundable fee charged each semester
you establish a payment plan. There is no additional payment
required until your plan begins. You must owe at least $100 toeligible for a plan.
• There are no charges for interest, late fees, paying using a debit
or credit card.
• Your plan will adjust automatically as you add or drop classes.

Health Fee

Pursuant to Education Code and District policy, Southwestern College
has a mandatory health fee. The summer session has a health fee of $18.
The health fee and/or health fee exceptions are subject to change should
the State Legislature take action to change them. Students may petition
for exception for the following reasons:• Students who depend exclusively on prayer for healing inaccordance with the teachings of a bona-fide religious sect,denomination or organization;• Students who qualify of a California College Promise Grant(CCPG-A) to cover enrollment fees;• High School students enrolled at the Sweetwater Union HighSchool District or selected charter or private high schools taking
designated classes.
• High School students enrolled in the High School Special
program• Students attending under an approved apprenticeship training
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Health Fee**

0.5 to 5.5 more units.......................................................................... $18*
6 or more units…………………………………………………………....$21*
Refer to Health Services Center for services.
Accident Insurance/Liability Fee............................................................$2** Upon request, the health fee will be refunded to any student who
withdraws from all courses prior to the 10% date of the length of thecourse.

Other Fees

Student Center Fee–$1 per unit–$10 maximum per academic year.
(Students on AFDC, SSI, or General Relief are exempt from this fee)
Student Activities Fee....................................................$8 per semester(Certain students may be exempt from this fee)
Student Representation Fee..........................................$2 per semester
Effective January 2020Students may opt-out of paying this fee during registration(Assembly Bill 1504 – Fee to support the Student Senate of the California
Community Colleges (SSCCC) and SWC student leaders promote theviewpoints of our students to federal, state and local governments.

Returned Check Service Charge

Checks returned for non-sufficient funds or “Stop Payments” must be
paid by MasterCard, VISA, Discover, American Express, cash or moneyorder, and a $25 service charge will be added to the amount of thecheck. Your enrollment at Southwestern College, as well as your credit,
may be affected.

Refund Policy

A student will be refunded registration fees for course withdrawals madebefore the first two weeks of instruction for a primary term (Fall andSpring semesters) or by 10% point of actual class meeting days. Pleasecheck with MySWC/WebAdvisor for dates for specific classes.
• Mandatory fees to include health, student center, and material
fees are also subject to the above policy.
• A class added after the refund deadline is not eligible for arefund.

Refunds are not automatic.

* Eligible students should request a refund by phone at any Cashiers
Office at the following locations: Chula Vista Campus 619-482-6314;
Higher Education Center, Otay Mesa 619-216-6750; Higher Education
Center, San Ysidro 619-216-6790, ext. 4902 or 4903; and Higher
Education Center, National City 619-216-6665, ext. 4853.

Refund Deadlines

Students who officially withdraw from class by the refund deadline will
be mailed a refund upon request only. It is imperative that a current
address be on file in Admissions. Refunds may take up to four weeks
after the receipt of the refund request. In most cases refunds will not beprocessed until after the refund deadline.

Parking Information andFees

Classes will be held face-to-face at the Chula Vista, Higher Education
Center National City, Otay Mesa, or Crown Cove Aquatic Center
campuses. Parking permits are required to park at any SouthwesternCollege campus. If students/visitors plan to come on campus, asemester or daily permit can be purchased at the SWC Permit Store.
Parking permits are now virtual, and you will no longer receive a physicalpermit.
Permits are required from the first day of classes at all SouthwesternCollege sites. All vehicles must have a valid college parking permit
properly displayed while parked at any campus except in disabledparking spaces.

Student Permits:

1-Day permit.........................................................................................$3
Valid until 11pm for date of purchaseMonthly permit....................................................................................$10
Valid for 30 days from date of purchase
Motorcycle permit..............................................................................$20
Valid in motorcycle spaces only
Financial Aid CCPG recipient*...........................................................$20
For approved FA CCPG recipients only
Semester permit (Fall)........................................................................$40
Valid from August 22 – December 14, 2022

Visitor Permits:

1-Hour permit........................................................................................$1
Valid for 1 hour maximum
1-Day permit.........................................................................................$3
Valid until 11 p.m. for date of purchaseMonthly permit....................................................................................$10
Valid for 30 days from date of purchase

You may also download and complete the Refund Request Form andsubmit as stated on the form. Please allow 3–4 weeks for receipt of yourrefund check.
Accounts of students who officially withdraw from class by the refund
deadline will be credited. It is imperative that the student’s current
address be on file in Admissions and Records. (Title 5–Section 58508)

Please refer to WebAdvisor for most current scheduling information at: www.swccd.edu/webadvisor

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Financial Aid and Scholarships
Financial Aid

www.swccd.edu/financialaid
The Financial Aid Office offers a full array of financial aid programs, in the form of grants, fee waivers, employment, loans,and scholarships. These funds are intended to assist students with the cost of education, which includes fees, books,
supplies, food, housing, transportation, and personal expenses. Additional information on Financial Aid programs andservices can be found at www.swccd.edu/financialaid.

Application Procedure
Step 1—Apply

Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov. AB540 students without a valid social security
number should submit the California Dream Act Application at https://dream.csac.ca.gov/. The Federal School Code forSouthwestern College is 001294.

Step 2—Submit Forms

Submit forms online at https://go.swccd.edu/dropbox

Step 3—Application Processing

Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards to be eligible for award.
Have file reviewed for completeness and respond to requests for any additional documentation or information.

Step 4—Financial Aid Awarding

Review award letter email or view awards on WebAdvisor and register desired method of disbursement.

Financial Aid ProgramsFederal Programs• Federal Pell Grants are awarded only to undergraduate students
who display exceptional financial need and have not earneda bachelor’s, graduate, or professional degree. Pell Grants
are funds that do not need to be repaid, except under certain
circumstances, and the amount of money awarded is based
upon a student’s need and the number of units enrolled. In
certain situations, an eligible student can receive up to 150
percent of his or her scheduled Pell Grant award for an award
year. For more information, go to https://www.swccd.edu/
admissions-and-financial-aid/financial-aid/financial-aid-types/
grants/pell-grant.aspx.
• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
is awarded to eligible undergraduate students with exceptional
financial need. It is awarded based on eligibility and the dateof FAFSA submission. Funds are limited and dependent upon
availability.
• Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a program which provides
employment to help pay for part of a student’s educational costs
and is based on financial need. Students on FWS may work
approximately 15 hours per week on or off campus.
• William D. Ford Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized
Loans are funds that must be repaid. Loan amounts follow
federal guidelines and will be determined at the time the Financial
Aid Office certifies a loan application. Both entrance and exit
counseling are required and students must maintain at least halftime enrollment status to receive a loan. For more information, go
to www.swccd.edu/faloans

14State Programs• CALIFORNIA COLLEGE PROMISE GRANT (CCPG) formerly the
Board of Governors Fee Waiver, is a program that waives the$46/unit enrollment fees for eligible students. Students must be
California residents or verified AB540 students and meet therequirements in one of the following categories:• CCPG Method A: Student or family must currently be receiving
public assistance from the Aid to Families with DependentChildren or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF),
CalWORKs, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), State
Supplemental Program (SSP), or General Assistance (GA).
Documentation is required.
• CCPG Method B: Student must meet income standards basedon family size. Documentation may be required.
• CCPG Method C: Student must have applied for FAFSA anddemonstrate required level of financial need.

IMPORTANT: Effective Fall 2016, there were important eligibilitychanges to the CCPG program. Students who are placed on academic
and/or progress probation or disqualification in two consecutive primaryterms (fall and spring) will lose eligibility for CCPG at the first registration
opportunity after the determination is made. Students will be notified
within 30 days of the end of the term, which will include information
about available student support services. Students will have the ability
to regain eligibility at appeal, working back into satisfactory academic
status or sitting out two consecutive primary terms. There are special
consideration factors for CalWORKS, EOPS, DSPS, and student
veterans. Foster youth and former foster youth who are 24 years old
and younger are exempt from these regulations. For more information,please go to www.swccd.edu/bogfwchanges.

Please refer to WebAdvisor for most current scheduling information at: www.swccd.edu/webadvisor

Southwestern College | Fall 2022 | GENERAL INFORMATION• Cal Grants are state-funded, need-based, cash grants given to
California college students to help pay for college expenses.
A Cal Grant is money for college you don’t have to pay back.
To qualify, you must apply for the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application(CADAA) by the deadline and meet the eligibility and financial
requirements as well as any minimum GPA requirements.
Students at Southwestern College may receive either a Cal Grant
A, B or C. Initial eligibility is made by the California Student Aid
Commission (CSAC) which establishes income, asset and GPA
requirements annually.
• The Student Success Completion Grant (SSCG) is a community
college financial aid program for Full Time Cal Grant B and Cal
Grant C recipients enrolled in 12+ units. The purpose of the
SSCG grant is to provide students with additional financial aid
to help offset the total cost of community college attendance,
and to encourage full-time attendance and successful on-timecompletion. SSCG funding is limited, and the grant is subject tothe availability of funds.

Scholarships

A scholarship is considered a gift of money to assist a student infinancing their higher education. The requirements and amount available
for individual awards vary, and many do not require the student to befinancial aid eligible. Our scholarship cycle occurs during the Springsemester, Visit our website for information on scholarships andscholarship eligibility, at www.swccd.edu/scholarships.

Disbursements

Financial aid disbursements are made on a regular basis by the Finance
Office. Students awarded financial aid may receive their aid by electronic
deposit made to a students’ existing bank account, paper check, ordeposit directly to the BankMobile VIBE! Card. The disbursement
schedule can be viewed at https://www.swccd.edu/admissions-andfinancial-aid/financial-aid/financial-aid-information/disbursementschedules.aspx.
Withdrawal from Courses and Return of Title IV Funds Financial Aid
funds are awarded under the assumption that students will attend schoolfor the entire payment period or period of enrollment for which the aid
was awarded and will complete all the units on which their award was
calculated. Students who withdraw from all classes will have the amountof Title IV Federal Financial Aid that was earned and are entitled to keep
determined by a mandated federal formula. The Freeze Date for FALL
2022 is Friday, September 16, 2022.

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards

Federal and state financial aid regulations require SouthwesternCollege to establish, define, and apply Satisfactory Academic Progressstandards for all financial aid applicants. The regulations require that
SAP be evaluated every academic year, and measure both the qualitative
standard (cumulative GPA) and quantitative standards (completion rate,Pace) and (Maximum Time Frame). Students enrolled in a program of lessthan two years (Certificate of Achievement) are reviewed for SAP after theend of every semester. All periods of enrollment at Southwestern College
and applicable transferable units from other colleges will be included aspart of the SAP review.
• GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) REQUIREMENT(QUALITATIVE)—students are required to maintain a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better.
• UNIT COMPLETION RATE—Pace of Progress (Quantitative)
students are required to complete a minimum of 67% of theunits in which they have enrolled. All units are considered in thiscalculation. Units for which a grade of W, I, NP and/or F was
received are considered as units attempted but not completed.
• MAXIMUM TIME FRAME (QUANTITATIVE)—students mustcomplete their academic program within a maximum timeframe of 150% of the published program’s required units. For
example, associate in arts, associate in science and transfer
degrees generally require 60 units to complete, so 150% of these
programs would be 90 units.
• Repeated courses will count toward the 150% maximum units
allowed.
• The maximum time frame will not be extended for students whochange academic programs or have prior degrees or certificates.
• Students who have a bachelor’s degree or higher from adomestic or foreign school have exceeded the maximum timeframe and will not be eligible for additional financial aid.
Students who are disqualified have the right to appeal the decision,by participating in a SAP Workshop and providing a written statement
describing the extenuating circumstances and experiences, detailingwhat has changed and how those changes will ensure future academic
success. More information can be found at www.swccd.edu/sap.
More information on all financial aid programs, policies, and procedures
can be found at www.swccd.edu/financialaid.

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Registration Policies and Definitions

NOTE: All forms are available online at www.swccd.edu/admissions: Click “Admissions Forms.” Assistance and processing are available at the Chula
Vista campus and Higher Education Centers at National City, Otay Mesa, and San Ysidro, or in our Cranium Café lobbies.

Adding Closed Classes

High School Special Admissions

Cancelled Class

Students enrolled in home school programs must meet one of thefollowing criteria:
1. The home school program must be affiliated with a county
department of education program, or
2. Must be taught by a person holding a California teachingcredential, or
3. Must hold a current private school affidavit filed with the State
Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Once classes start, students need to email the instructor to obtain
instructor approval to enroll. If space permits, the instructor will issue
an add code. Students can use add codes on MySWC/WebAdvisor or
go to www.swccd.edu/virtualchat for assistance with WebAdvisor. Note:
Students on the waitlist will be given first priority if space becomes
available.
A cancelled class means that the College is unable to offer the class.
The College reserves the right to cancel any class after the schedulegoes to print.

Closed ClassA class closes when the maximum seat capacity has been reached.
During registration a waitlist is created. Students wishing to register fora closed class after class begins must contact the instructor for online
classes. See entry above, “Adding Closed Classes,” for additional
information.

Corequisites

A corequisite is a course which must be taken during the same semester
as another course. In other words, when a course has a corequisite listed,
you must register for those courses (often a lecture and lab) concurrently.
Knowing the information being presented in the corequisite course isdeemed necessary for successful completion of the other course(s).
When dropping or withdrawing from a course that has a corequisite,both courses must be dropped concurrently. Corequisites are enforced
at Southwestern College. Students may challenge corequisites; seeCollege Catalog for challenge policy and procedures.

Course Repetition

A student may not register for a class in which a passing grade has
previously been received, or for which the maximum repetitions havebeen completed.
A student may receive a maximum of any combination of three (3)substandard academic grades (D, F or NP grade) and/or “W” withdrawal
symbol on the official record for enrollment in the same course. If thestudent can demonstrate extenuating circumstances requiring one
additional repetition, the student may petition. Students should attach
supporting documentation. Extenuating circumstances are verified
cases of accidents, illnesses, or other circumstances beyond the controlof the student.
See “Academic/College Policies” in this class schedule for additional
information.

Duplicate Course

Students may not register or waitlist for two (2) classes with the same
course number and title.

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High school students who are enrolled in grades 9–12 may be admitted
for concurrent enrollment at SWC. A High School Special or CCAP
Agreement Form signed by the high school principal and high school
counselor is required. All necessary forms and instructions are availableat www.swccd.edu/hss. Enrollment is limited to no more than eleven (11)units per semester. See the SWC College Catalog for more information.

Limitation on Enrollment

Performance courses may require students to try out for intercollegiate
athletic teams or to audition for courses involving public performancesprior to enrollment.
Enrollment in blocks of courses or sections may be a requirement so thata group of students will enroll together in that set of classes. Typically, thestudents are part of a special program such as a Learning Community.
Enrollment may be limited due to legal requirements (imposed by statute,regulation, and/or contract). For example, some courses may requirethat the student have a valid driver license, a health clearance, a nursing
license or certificate, etc.
Limitations on enrollment are enforced at Southwestern College.
Students may challenge limitations on enrollment; see College Catalog
for challenge policy and procedures

Online Class Restrictions

In accordance with federal regulations, Southwestern College may not
permit students residing outside of California to enroll in online classes.

Prerequisites

When a course has a prerequisite, students must have specificknowledge or skills to register for and be successful in the course. The
prerequisite can be a skill, a placement result or successful completion(grade of A, B, C, or P has been earned) in a prior course. If prerequisites
were completed at another college or university, students must provide
copies of appropriate transcripts/grade reports and/or placement results
to the Assessment Center to clear the requirements prior to registration.
Students may challenge prerequisites; see College Catalog for challenge
policy and procedures.

Recommended Concurrent Enrollment

A course that a student should complete—but is not required tocomplete—while enrolled in another course. You are strongly encouraged
to follow recommended concurrent enrollment whenever it is listed in theclass schedule to improve your chances for success. Enrollment may
not be denied to any student not meeting a recommended concurrent
enrollment.

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Recommended Preparation

A course or previous training that a student should complete—but is not
required to complete—to help ensure success in the indicated course.
Completion of the recommended preparation course with a grade of“C” or better increases student success. You are strongly encouraged
to follow recommended preparation whenever it is listed in the classschedule to improve your chances for success. Enrollment may not bedenied to any student not meeting a recommended preparation.

Registration Statement

The Registration Statement is proof of enrollment or waitlist status inclasses. Registration statements can be obtained through MySWC/
WebAdvisor at any time. Students should review their Registration
Statements carefully to verify registration, class meeting days and times,
locations and fee payment. Instructors, labs, and any office on campus
may request to see a student’s Registration Statement prior to providing
services.

See a Counselor

Developing a comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP) is critical inunderstanding the requirements and resources needed to successfully
fulfill your education and/or occupational goals. Counselors will help you
understand the myriad of factors such as previous academic history,
course placement results, transcripts, current employment and familial
responsibilities, and personal motivation that play an important role inyour success. To schedule an appointment with a counselor, start bycompleting a Student Success Needs Assessment with the CounselingCenter.

Thirty-unit Remediation Limit

Students will not receive credit for more than 30 units of remedial or basic
skills courses in the District. A student who exhausts this unit limitation
will be referred to appropriate noncredit continuing education services.

Time Conflict/Class Overlay

Students are not permitted to register for two (2) classes that arescheduled during the same or overlapping time periods, even if the
instructor will allow it. This includes online and/or hybrid courses withmandatory on-campus meetings that conflict with other on-campus
courses. Class overlays are only allowed by petition, and never forcourses that overlap more than 15 minutes per day or 30 minutes per
week.

Waitlist

How to Get Added to a Class Waitlist
Login to MySWC and find the WebAdvisor on MySWC
section - follow the steps below:• Select the Registration menu in the “WebAdvisor for Students”
accordion.
• Follow the Register for Classes link.
• Follow the Search and Register for Classes link.
• Select the Term/Semester you want to register classes in.
• Select/enter your search options using the search box or byfilling out the boxes.
• Press the Search button to see the search results.
• Select the Waitlisted courses you want to enroll in.
• Press the Add button.
• Select the Add Section button.
• Select Register/Drop Classes link to access your schedule.
• Select Waitlist as the “Action” for each course you want to enrollin• Successful Waitlist is specified when you are placed in a Rank.
• To register for waitlisted courses, you will receive an email withpermission to enroll in the waitlisted course.
• You will be notified of successful registration when the statuschanges from Waitlisted to Registered.

Waitlists will become available at the beginning of the registration period
as classes fill. As a student drops from the class roster, the first student
on the waitlist will be notified by email. The student will have three (3)calendar days to register in the class and make payment for the class. If
the student does not register in the class within three (3) days, they will
be dropped from the waitlist.
NOTE: Students who do not meet eligibility requirements will not be
moved into the class.
If you add yourself to a waitlist and enroll for another section of the same
course you will be dropped from the waitlisted course. The waitlist may
be used during the first week only. Instructors will issue add codes andhave students take the codes to Admissions or enter their add codes in
WebAdvisor. Students may register with add codes on WebAdvisor athttps://webadvisor.swccd.edu.

Please refer to WebAdvisor for most current scheduling information at: www.swccd.edu/webadvisor

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Academic/College Policies
Academic Accommodation

Students with verified disabilities who may require academic adjustments
or auxiliary aids are strongly recommended to contact the Disability
Support Services Office (DSS) early to ensure timely provision of services.
Students are encouraged to identify themselves to the appropriate
instructors to discuss the details and timelines necessary to provide
appropriate accommodations. Students enrolled in online courses areencouraged to contact DSS to request academic accommodations. DSS
Contact: dss@swccd.edu

Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is expected from all students at SouthwesternCollege. Dishonesty in the classroom, cheating or plagiarism, and/or
knowingly furnishing false information to the College are grounds fordiscipline. (See Standards of Student Conduct procedure).

Address and Telephone Changes

Students can update their mailing address, email address, and telephone
number on WebAdvisor at https://webadvisor.swccd.edu. Failure tocomply will result in an administrative hold. This information is criticalin receiving emergency and safety information by email, cell phone, etc.

AttendanceEach student is expected to attend every class meeting. In the caseof absence, it is the student’s responsibility to inform the instructor.
Instructors may drop any student who fails to attend the first classmeeting if the class is at maximum enrollment and other students are
waiting to enroll. Online students must login and perform any requested
tasks on the first day of class to confirm attendance.

Auditing Courses

If you want to take a class to learn a new language or new skill and don’t
need the college credit, auditing may be an option for you. To audit aclass, you need to obtain a course audit petition form before you go to
the class. Audit petitions are available in any Admissions office or online
under Admissions & Financial Aid, then Admissions Forms. If there isspace available, the instructor will sign the form. You must return theform to any Admissions Office for processing. Students taking the classfor college credit have first priority for acceptance.
The charge for auditing is $15 per unit plus the mandatory health fees. A
maximum of six (6) units may be audited in any regular instructional term
(fall, spring, and/or summer). If you are enrolled for college credit in ten(10) or more units, you may audit one (1) three-unit class for free. Once
you choose the audit option for a class you cannot change to college
credit.

Catalog

For further information on courses and College policies and procedures- see the Southwestern College online catalog on our website at catalog.
swccd.edu.

Class Cancellations

Southwestern College reserves the right to cancel any class for which
the enrollment is not sufficient to warrant continuation and to change theclass hours and/or days as necessity demands.

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Consumer Information

In accordance with federal regulations as set forth in the Higher Education
Act, Southwestern College provides a variety of required information
to students. This includes the College Navigator, Net Price Calculator,
campus safety reports (including Clery reporting), Drug and Alcohol
Abuse Prevention Program information, FERPA, Student Right to Know,
Equity in Athletics information, and Financial Aid and academic policies.
For more information, please go to www.swccd.edu/consumerinfo orcontact the Office of Communications, Community and Government
Relations at 619-482-6304 or at email at cmrrequest@swccd.edu

Course Repetition

Students may petition to repeat courses under the following
circumstances:
Course repetition due to substandard grades and/or
withdrawals:
Students are allowed a maximum of three substandard grades (D,F, or NP) and/or withdrawal (W) in a course. Students may petition
to repeat and attach supporting documentation to demonstrateextenuating circumstances requiring one additional repetition.
Extenuating circumstances are verified cases of accidents,
illnesses, or other circumstances beyond the control of thestudent.
Course Repetition of Previously Passed Courses
Students may file a petition to repeat a course in which a grade of“C” or better was earned. Please refer to the catalog for the details
and requirements for the Course Repetition and Repeatable
Courses. Petitions are available online at swccd.edu/admissionsand-financial-aid/admissions-forms/ and can be submitted to the
Admissions and Records Department if the following conditions
are met:I. Significant Lapse of Time
II. Variable Units–Open Entry/Open Exit
III. Occupational Work Experience
IV. Special classes for students with disabilities
V. Legally Mandated Training
VI. Significant Change in Industry

Descriptions of Courses

Course descriptions can be found in the College Catalog, WebAdvisor,or on the College website at catalog.swccd.edu.
Dropping Students from Classes• Instructors will drop any student who fails to attend the first classmeeting or fails to login and perform any requested tasks foronline students if the class is at maximum enrollment and otherstudents are waiting to enroll.
• Students will be dropped from a class for lack of a prerequisite.
• During the add period of the term, instructors will drop a student
from a class with or without an explanation for never attendingclass, unless the student has contacted the instructor and the
instructor has granted an excused absence.
• After the add period of the term, instructors may drop a student
from a class if the student’s total hours of absence for any reason
exceed twice the number of hours the class meets per week (forshort term classes, twice the number of hours as hours listed forthe class in the schedule).

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Email Address

SWC provides active students with @swccd.edu email addresses.
Official communications from SWC will be sent at that email address.
Your SWC email can be accessed at MySWC at my.swccd.edu.

GradesGrades are available online to students through WebAdvisor approximatelyten (10) days after the course end date. Students can check daily forgrade posting at https://webadvisor.swccd.edu.

Name Change

Currently enrolled students who wish to change their name must file aname change form with any Admissions Office. Two forms of governmentissued identification are required to process the name change. Students
who would like a preferred first name that is different from their legalname to appear on class rosters and the online environment can makethis request at the Admissions and Records office. Forms can beobtained online at: https://www.swccd.edu/admissions-and-financialaid/admissions-forms/

Open Enrollment

It is the policy of the Southwestern Community College District that every
course, section, or class, wherever offered and conducted throughout
the District, shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by any
person who is eligible for admission to the College and who meets suchprerequisites as may be established pursuant to Chapter 11, Division 2,
Part VI, Title 5 of the California Administrative Code, commencing with
Section 51820.

Pass/No Pass (Formerly Credit/No Credit)

Students may petition to receive Pass/No Pass for classes offered as
regular graded courses (A, B, C, D, or F), with instructor approval by theend of the fourth week of the semester or the first week of a short session
class. The form is available online at www.swccd.edu/admissions, click
Admissions Forms. Refer to the Southwestern College Catalog forcourses that are GRADED only.

Student Holds

Students may have grades, transcripts, diplomas, and registration
privileges withheld for financial obligations such as returned checks,
unpaid enrollment fees and/or non-resident tuition, unpaid loans,
unreturned equipment, equipment breakages, unpaid fines, etc.

Student Records and Directory Information

Pursuant to the Federal Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of1974, Southwestern College is authorized to verify public directory
information concerning students currently attending the College.
Directory information includes the student’s name, email address,
participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight andheight of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, and degrees
and awards received.
The student directory information may be released by the Dean ofStudent Services or designee, unless prior written objection is received
from the student specifying information which the student requests
not be released. Students who wish to have information concerningthemselves excluded from designation as directory information must
inform Admissions in writing.

Withdrawal Policy

It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw from class. Students
may drop classes on WebAdvisor at https://webadvisor.swccd.edu . A
student failure to officially withdraw from a class may result in a grade of“F” or “NP” if applicable.

Short-Term Classes• To drop with a refund—10% of actual class meeting days—in
many cases this may be the first day of class.
• To drop without a “W” grade—20% of actual class meeting days.
• To drop with a “W” grade—75% of actual class meeting days.

Students who withdraw from classes and are receiving a Pell grant
may be required to repay some or all of funds received. Please clickon “Information” and then “Withdrawals and Return to Title IV” tab on
the Financial Aid webpage at www.swccd.edu/financialaid for more
information.
In addition, instructors may drop a student for excessive absences;
please see the SWC catalog at catalog.swccd.edu. See “Dropping
Students from Classes.”Please refer to WebAdvisor for most current scheduling information at: www.swccd.edu/webadvisor

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Support Services for Students
Academic Success Center/Learning Assistance
Services

Free online and on-ground tutoring for SWC students is available athttps://www.swccd.edu/student-support/tutoring/
including online
tutoring at Zoom, evening and weekend tutoring at eTutoring, andasynchronous writing assistance at our Online Writing Lab (OWL).

Campus Student ID Cards
NEED AN SWC ID?

If you require an SWC Student ID card, please fill out the: SWC ID
Request Form
Requirement to receive an SWC ID under special circumstance:A.

Appointments for LAS tutoring are available at https://sarsanywhere.
swccd.edu/esars/tutoring• You may smile if you would like.
• If you wear eyeglasses and a glare shows, please remove your glasses and retake the picture.
• No sunglasses, beanies, ball cap, or hat are not allowed.
If you wear a headdress for religious belief, that will beallowed.

Additional live, online tutoring can be accessed at the Western eTutoring
Consortiumat
https://www.swccd.edu/student-support/tutoring/
etutoring.aspx. This service is available seven days a week and mostmajor holidays from 5 a.m. until 12 a.m. Midnight.
Finally we have our Online Writing Lab (OWL) available at https://www.
swccd.edu/student-support/tutoring/online-writing-lab.aspx. This is
an asynchronous service that features detailed, written responses tostudent writing for any class or educational need
For further assistance or inquiries, please contact us at SWCLASTutor@
swccd.edu or call 619-482-6348 or go to https://www.swccd.edu/
student-support/tutoring/

Associated Student Organization (ASO)

The Associated Student Organization (ASO) represents all students
at Southwestern College and sponsors activities including cultural
performances, awards, student clubs, social activities, and student
leadership conferences. The ASO is the recognized student government
body of the College. The students elect representatives to both theexecutive and legislative branches. For more information on how to get
involved, please contact the Associated Students Organization at 619482-6568.

Bookstore

bookstore@swccd.edu
Visit the Bookstore website at www.SWCBookstore.com or follow us
on Facebook for updated information, sales, store hours, rental return
reminders, and bus pass information.
General Bookstore Information• Required course materials are available online atwww.SWCBookstore.com.
• Textbooks may be purchased online at www.SWCBookstore.
com.
• TEXTBOOK RENTALS available year-round. Check website foravailability.
• Personal checks accepted; SWC and California ID required; no
two-party or payroll checks accepted.
• Visa, MasterCard, and Discover cards accepted.
• Refunds and buybacks – SWC ID Required.
Used books can be sold back year-round - SWC ID required.
• ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES WITHOUTSALES RECEIPT. NO EXCEPTIONS.

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Submit a picture of yourself (shoulder and up) against a plain
white wall similar to a DMV style picture.

B.

Submit a picture of a valid picture ID for verification of identity,
we only need one from these:• California ID or Drivers License• Any US State ID or Drivers License• Passport (not expired, US or foreign)• Sentri Pass
• Previous High School ID

After Verification of enrollment and acceptance of Picture ID submitted and quality of picture approved, you will receive an email with theschedule to pick up.
Pick up Schedule: Once your SWC ID is ready, you will receive an email
as to when you can come to pick it up on campus.
*** Students taking Audit class must pay the $8.00 Student
Activities (ASO) fee and provide the approved Audit paperwork and receipt of $8.00 payment, before issuance of SWC
ID.
*** Students taking Non-Credit class and needs an SWC
ID, please go to the Office of Continuing Education,
Room 59A-101B to secure your ID.
SWC ID Request Form located at https://www.swccd.edu/
student-life/student-activities/.

Counseling Services

Counseling services assist students with planning for their educational
goal: career development and selecting a major, personal counseling,
and various other support services. Departments providing these
services include: CalWORKs, Career Center, Counseling Center, DSS,
EOPS, First Year Experience (FYE), Learning Communities, and Transfer
Center. Please visit one of these departments for assistance, located at
all campuses.

Disability Support Services

Disability Support Services provides specialized support and services
for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to apply for
Disability Support Services in order to obtain services or to enroll in
special classes. Services may include: educational assistance classes,
academic accommodations, such as volunteer note takers, sign language
interpreters, equipment loans, educational planning, counseling, andother appropriate services which will help the student have a successful
educational experience.

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Call 619-482-6512 or VP 619-207-4480 or email at dss@swccd.edu foran appointment with a counselor or for general program information.
Please refer to the DSS webpage at https://www.swccd.edu/studentsupport/disability-support-services-dss/index.aspx

Health Services

Disabled Parking

Library Services

Southwestern College cannot issue temporary or permanent disabledparking passes. Students or Staff who require disabled parking must
apply for the official blue disabled plates or placard with the Departmentof Motor Vehicles (DMV) at any DMV Office. The application will include
a section that requires a physician’s certification.
Only vehicles with state-issued disabled parking plates or placards
may park in disabled parking spaces on campus. All other vehicles will
be issued a citation by the College Police. Vehicles with a valid stateissued disabled placard or plate may park in any legal parking space on
campus. A College parking permit would not be required.

Food Pantry

The Jag Kitchen Food Pantry is currently closed due to COVID-19.
Resources are still available for students, including our Jag Kitchen To
Go Grocery distributions and Basic Needs Request form. If you are a
student in need of basic assistance — food, housing, transportation,
textbooks, technology or other resources — SWC Cares is here to
support you.
SWC Cares is a campus-wide initiative that centralizes the many
resources at SWC. A number of programs are available that can help
you in school and at home so you can thrive in the classroom.
While remote, students who are facing food insecurity can access weekly
food distributions, along with other support such as electronic grocery
store gift cards.
Eligibility• Currently enrolled student• Valid ID
Process:• Complete the Basic Needs Request for located on the SWC
Cares page: https://www.swccd.edu/student-support/moreservices/swc-cares/

Graduation Requirements

Southwestern College recognizes the educational achievement of
its students by granting the Associate in Arts Degree, the Associate
in Science Degree, and certificates of achievement, completion, or
proficiency.
Students are encouraged to plan their educational objectives in such amanner as to qualify for graduation with an associate degree. Degrees
or certificates are not awarded automatically upon completion of
the requirements. A candidate must submit a petition for graduation
online using the Southwestern College website. Click on “Degrees
and Certificates” and then “Apply for Degree/Certificate.” Petitions
for graduation may be filed at any time; however, students wishing tograduate in a specified semester (fall, spring, or summer) must submit apetition according to specific dates.

A registered nurse provides basic health assessment, health counseling,
and referrals to appropriate agencies. Visit https://www.swccd.edu/
student-support/health-services/ for more information.
The Library is a one-stop center for research assistance and borrowing
materials. Printing is available for a fee. Visit the Library’s website to get
up-to-date information on services and connect to electronic databases,
articles, eBooks, streaming media, and more. Librarians are available inperson during open hours, at 24/7 online chat, and one-on-one Zoom
appointments can be scheduled. For email assistance, please direct
your questions to library@swccd.edu.

Online Learning Center

The Online Learning Center (OLC) assists SWC students and faculty
by offering hands-on support for teaching and learning in the Canvas
learning management system for remote and fully online classes using
Canvas. The OLC also provides student and faculty training throughworkshops, webinars, and one-on-one sessions.
Resources that can help SWC students get Canvas-ready include:
SWC Online Learning: orientations, Canvas info, frequently asked
questions, and more
Canvas Video Guides: targeted tutorials for a variety of Canvas
tasks
Quest for Online Success: self-paced tutorials to prepare foronline learning
SWC also offers 24/7 after-hours Canvas support for students at
Canvas Live Chat

Personal Wellness Services

Personal Wellness Services (PWS) offers personal counseling sessions
for emotional wellness and professional resources and referrals.
Visit https://www.swccd.edu/student-support/health-services/personalwellness-mental-health/index.aspx for more information.

Veterans Services & Veterans Resource Center

The Veterans Services Office provides information and services tosupport veteran students who qualify for and wish to use education
benefits. Students are provided with assistance in filing for and receiving
benefits, completing required forms, receiving credit for prior courseworkand military experience, and meeting required academic progress. For
more information, please go to www.swccd.edu/veterans.
The Veterans Resource Center (VRC) provides a centralized location forservices for veterans and their families as they transition from military
to academic life. The VRC provides a dedicated computer lab, peer
support and mentoring, referrals to on and off-campus services, anda lounge and meeting area. For more information, please go to www.
swccd.edu/vrc.

Students who have attended other colleges/universities must have all
official transcripts forwarded directly to Admissions. All previous course
work must be evaluated to determine whether or not it is needed for the
associate degree at Southwestern College.

Please refer to WebAdvisor for most current scheduling information at: www.swccd.edu/webadvisor

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Parking Rules and Regulations
On-campus parking is supervised by the Southwestern College
Police Department. Parking and traffic are enforced at all times in all
Southwestern College locations and parking lots. The following rules andregulations pertain to all vehicles within the jurisdiction of SouthwesternCollege.
If you have any parking related questions that are not addressed, pleasecontact the Southwestern College Police Department at swcparking@swccd.edu or 619-216-6611.

Parking Policy• Parking permits are required to park at any Southwestern College
campus at all times with the exception of noted grace periods.
• All regulatory signs on the District’s campuses must be obeyed.
Violators may be cited under the appropriate California Vehicle
Code.
• The maximum speed limit on campus is 20 MPH. No stopping,parking, or passing is allowed on the perimeter road of the Chula
Vista campus at any time.
• Parking is allowed in designated parking stalls only. It is
prohibited to park in non-designated areas such as marked
triangle zones, pathways, driveways, cross hatched areas, along
roadways, or along parking lot curb lines.
• All vehicles must have a parking permit in order to park on theDistrict’s campuses, with the exception of marked disabled
person parking spaces. It is imperative that a valid disabled
person placard is visible when parking in a marked disabled
person parking space.
• Employee parking spaces are identified as yellow-lined spaces.
Vehicles parked in employee spaces require a valid employee
parking permit at all times. Employee permits are valid in bothstudent and staff parking spaces. They are not valid in disabled
person parking spaces.
• Student parking spaces are identified as white-lined spaces.
Vehicles parked in student spaces require a valid 1-day, monthly,or semester parking permit from Monday through Sunday from7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. 1-day, monthly, and semester permits areavailable for purchase online at SWC Permit Store.
• Visitor parking spaces are identified as white-lined spaces
and require a 1-hour, 1-day, or monthly permit which can bepurchased online at SWC Permit Store. Cost: 1-Hour permits$1.00 | 1-Day permits $3.00 | Monthly permits $10.00.
• 1-day permits are valid until 11 p.m. for the date of purchase only
and are valid in any white-lined space throughout campus.

22• Motorcycles may be parked in areas designated for motorcycle
parking or regular spaces and require a valid 1-hour, 1-day,monthly, or semester permit.
• As with any college district, the purchase of a parking permit
does NOT guarantee a parking space. The responsibility ofarriving early to find a space or finding a legal parking spacerests with the operator of the vehicle. Lack of available parking
spaces is not an excuse for illegal parking. Also see #4 above.
• The Southwestern College District is not responsible for theft or
damage to vehicles. As with any parking lot, please do not leavevaluables in your vehicle or leave your vehicle unlocked.   
• Guest parking permits may be requested by school
administrators only and may be done so by contacting
Southwestern College Parking Services. For event parking,please contact Civic Center Leasing.
• Unaccompanied vehicles that are left parked in a loading zone
for longer than 15 minutes may be cited.
• Parking and loitering on campus after 11:00pm or after special
events is prohibited.
• Fraudulent or misuse of parking permits may result in a citation
and referral to Student Affairs for disciplinary action.
For parking updates please check: https://www.swccd.edu/parking

Transportation Information

Take the trolley to either:• Chula Vista Bayfront Trolley Station (E St.) and transfer to Chula
Vista Transit Bus Route 705A to Plaza Bonita/SouthwesternCollege.
• Chula Vista H St. Trolley Station and transfer to Chula Vista
Transit Bus Route 709/709A to Southwestern College/Otay
Ranch Town Center.
• Chula Vista Palomar St. Trolley Station and transfer to Chula
Vista Transit Bus Route 712 to Southwestern College.
• The Route 707 also provides service from Otay Ranch Town
Center to Southwestern College at East H St. and Eastlake
Parkway.
For transit information, please visit the www.sdcommute.com website.
For traffic, transit, and travel information, please visit: www.511sd.com.
Recorded driving directions are available by calling 619-482-6520.

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College Police
The Southwestern College Police Department is entrusted with the
responsibility of serving the campus communities with skillful, dedicated,and compassionate constitutional policing and public safety services.
We are committed to achieving excellence through professional andunbiased law enforcement services to our students, staff, faculty as wellas the surrounding community by treating everyone with dignity andrespect and performing our duties in line with the college community’svalues and priorities. We value the civil rights guaranteed to all persons
by the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the Stateof California and recognize the importance of procedural justice in ouroperations.
The College Police Department is staffed with personnel to provide
policing and public safety services from the hours of 5:00 am though
12:00 am, Monday through Saturday and 7:00am through 5:00pm on
Sunday. Dispatchers are available to answer your calls and inquiries. In
response to a call for service, the College Police will take the required
action, either dispatching an officer to a campus location or asking theinformant or victim to report to the College Police building (Building 22)
located in Parking Lot C to receive services or file a crime or incident
report.
Campus safety and security is everyone’s responsibility. Students,
faculty, staff, visitors, and the College Police share a partnership to createa safe and conducive learning environment. One essential ingredientof any successful crime prevention program is an informed public.
Southwestern Community College District seeks to inform students,
faculty, and staff members in a timely manner of any criminal activity or
security problem that may pose a reasonable threat to their safety. Suchinformation will be distributed to students through the Annual Security
Report, newsletters, posted notices, District email, student publications,the District’s website, and through emergency and timely warning
notification. The College Police Department posts crime alerts and othersafety-related information on its website. All students, faculty, and staff
members are encouraged to remain alert and security conscious. Be
mindful of your surroundings. Take precautions to lock and secure yourvehicle and do not leave valuables unattended. Call for an Escort Service
at 619-482-6380 if you have safety concerns as you traverse the campus
or parking lots.

Crime Reporting

The College Police Department encourages the prompt reporting of all
crimes by victims or others with knowledge of crimes or criminal behavior,disturbances, and circumstances that involve violence, the threat ofviolence, medical or mental health distress or other emergencies. Timely
and accurate reporting is essential to ensure prompt enforcement
action, investigative follow-up, effective response to emergencies, quick
initiation of Timely Warning Notices, and ensure annual crime statistics
are accurately reported. Reporting parties should strive to provide clear
and accurate information to ensure an immediate and proper response.
Individuals may also make report crimes to a Southwestern College
Campus Security Authority (CSA), identified as an individual employee orcollege organization that has a significant responsibility for student andcampus activities. Campus Security Authorities include all Administratorsand Management personnel, College Police personnel, faculty advisors
to student groups, and athletic coaches.

Phone Contact
Emergencies

College Police Emergency 619-216-6691 or Extension 6691 from a
Campus Phone or Emergency Phones in classrooms dial directly toCollege Police when the receiver is off the hook for 30 seconds. All
persons are encouraged to dial *91 from a Campus or Office Phone
or Utilize Emergency Blue Pole intercoms with College Police fromvarious campus locations and parking lots.

Non-Emergencies

College Police Dispatch 619-482-6380 or College Police TTY 619216-6628 or Email CampusPolice@swccd.edu
In-Person Service: In person contact and service can be made bygoing to the College Police Building (Building 22) at the Chula Vista
campus during business hours, Monday Through Friday 8 a.m. to
5 p.m.
All reported crimes will be investigated and may become a matterof public record. All student conduct-related incident reports areforwarded to the Dean of Student Services for review and potential
action. If assistance is required from the local police agencies or the
local fire department, the College Police will contact the appropriate
department. If a sexual assault or rape should occur, College Police
Officers will offer the victim a variety of services and assistance.

No Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited at all campus locations including but not limited toall enclosed places of employment, including enclosed patios, lobbies,
lounges, elevators, stairwells, restrooms, and all District-owned vehicles.
This prohibition shall apply to all on-campus buildings as well as all
extension sites that are owned or leased by the District. Smoking shallbe prohibited in all District-owned vehicles. Policy and Procedure No.
3570

The College Police Department can be contacted at phone, at emergency
blue pole, through email or in person.

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Student-Right-to-Know
In compliance with the Student Right-to-Know (SRTK) and Campus
Security Act of 1990 (Public Law 101–542) and as a service to its
community, the Southwestern Community College District makes
available its completion and transfer rates to all current and prospective
students.
Beginning in Spring 2001 a cohort of all college students who werecertificate, degree-, and transfer-seeking first-time, full-time students
were tracked over a three-year period. The completion and transfer
rates are based on information submitted by each college to the U.S.
Department of Education. Based on the cohort defined above, 36.2
percent of the SWC cohort attained a certificate or degree or became
transfer-prepared from Spring 99 to Spring 2003. In addition, 18.1
percent transferred to another postsecondary institution (University ofCalifornia, California State University, or another California community
college) during the same three-year period.
Note that the above rates do not represent the success rates of the entire
student population at Southwestern College (SWC), nor do they accountfor student outcomes occurring after this three-year tracking period.
Additionally, the rates do not describe other important features about
the College and its students. As one of the top 100 associate degree
producers in the nation—and the twelfth highest degree producer forminorities—SWC contributes significantly to the lives of thousands ofstudents in assisting them to meet their educational goals (Community
College Week analysis of U.S. Department of Education Data, November
12, 2001).

Under Title IX, sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome conduct thatis based on sex, which must meet ONE of the following conditions:
1. Quid Pro Quo Harassment, a school employee conditions
education or employment benefits on an individual’s participationin the unwelcome sexual conduct;
2. Hostile Environment Harassment: the unwelcome conduct must
be one where a reasonable person determine it is so severe,
pervasive, and objectively offensive that it effectively denied aperson equal access to the school’s employment or education
programs;
3. Sexual assault, Dating violence, Domestic violence, or Stalking
behavior.
Some examples of behavior that MAY violate Title IX, if found to be
severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive, include:• Sexual comments, sexual jokes, or sexually explicit questions• Spreading rumors about a person’s sexuality or gender identity• Sending or displaying sexually suggestive content over email,text, or social media• Requests for sexual favors or pressuring someone for sexual
activity• Unwelcome touching, hugging, stroking, or other physicalcontact• Stalking, both in person and online• Dating or domestic violence• Attempted or actual sexual violence

More information concerning SRTK is available from the Office ofAcademic Affairs. Additional information can be found at the following
Website: srtk.cccco.edu/index.asp.

Filing a Title IX
Complaint

Title IX and the Violence
Against Women Act

Southwestern College promptly and thoroughly investigates complaints
alleging sex discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual violence.

Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 is a federal civilrights law that prohibits sex discrimination in education. The Violence
Against Women Act of 1994 (VAWA) is federal legislation that addresses
prevention of violence against women, including requirements to offer
services for victims of violence and to hold offenders accountable.
In order for the College District to investigate a Title IX complaint, thealleged incident must meet the following conditions:
1. The alleged incident occurred within the US;
2. The individuals involved in the alleged incident must be
participating in any educational program or activity controlled by
the College District (including buildings or property controlled byrecognized student organizations);
3. If the alleged incident took place off-campus, it must have been
at a College District sponsored event;
4. The alleged conduct meet the definitions of sexual harassment
and/or gender-based harassment under Title IX Final Rule.

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Students can file a Title IX complaint with Office of Employee Relations
and Title IX in the Office of Human Resources, Room 46B-151, or byphone at 619-482-6395.

Claims of other unlawful discrimination can be made in the Office of
Employee Relations and Title IX in the Office of Human Resources,
Room 46-B-151, or by phone at 619-482-6395.
Confidential Resources
If a student is seeking strictly confidential support, Personal Wellness
Services on the Chula Vista campus is designated as a confidential
resource. See the Personal Wellness Services webpage for information
on how to make an appointment and for other confidential resources.

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Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Prevention Program

Reference: Drug Free Schools and Communities Act, 20 U.S.C. Section
1145g; 34 C.F.R. Section 86.1, et seq.; Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988,
41 U.S.C. Section 70
The College District shall be free from all drugs and from the unlawful
possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students
and employees.
The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of
a controlled substance is prohibited in all facilities under the control anduse of the College District.
Any student or employee who violates this policy will be subject todisciplinary action (consistent with local, state or federal law), which may
include referral to an appropriate rehabilitation program, suspension,
demotion, expulsion or dismissal.
The Superintendent/President shall assure that the College District
distributes annually to each student the information required by the DrugFree School and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 and complies
with other requirements of the Act. Policy and Procedure No. 3550.

Equal Employment
Opportunity Policy
Statement– BP #3420
The Governing Board of the Southwestern Community College District(SCCD) is committed to equal employment opportunity and fullrecognition of the diversity of cultures, ethnicities, language groups andabilities that are represented in its surrounding communities and student
body. The Board believes that diversity in the academic environment
fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect, andsuitable role models for all students.
The District shall demonstrate its commitment to the cultural competence1of its employees and students through policies, procedures, professional
development, services and activities which promote diversity and mutual
respect within the District work force and student body. Membersof all hiring committees shall have completed Implicit Bias and Equal
Employment Opportunity training as prescribed by the Superintendent/
President or designee.

The District shall monitor the success of equal opportunity in its
recruitment, selection, retention and promotional policies and proceduresby monitoring outcomes to assure no adverse impact against any person
or group of individuals, due to race and/or trait(s) historically associatedwith race (including, but not limited to hair texture and “protective
hairstyles”); color; national origin, ancestry or citizenship status; religion
or creed; age; marital status; sex and gender (including pregnancy,
childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition); sexual orientation;
gender identity, gender expression; physical or mental disability; genetic
information; medical condition; political activities or affiliations; militaryor veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or
stalking; or because one is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing
characteristics or associates with a person or group with one or more ofthese characteristics. The District complies with the spirit and law of
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended by providing
equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. The District shall makereasonable accommodations so that persons of all levels of ability enjoy
equal access to all aspects of employment and education in our District,including but not limited to, educational services, selection procedures,
retention and promotion. In order to prevent discrimination on the basisof disability, the District will allow an individual with a disability to use
a service animal or miniature horse in District facilities and on District
campuses in compliance with state and federal law.
The District will not tolerate offensive or abusive conduct or language
including jokes, slurs, derogatory comments, or behaviors or language
regarding a person’s race and/or trait(s) historically associated with race(including, but not limited to hair texture and “protective hairstyles”);
color; national origin, ancestry or citizenship status; religion or creed;
age; marital status; sex and gender (including pregnancy, childbirth,breastfeeding or related medical condition); sexual orientation; gender
identity, gender expression; physical or mental disability; genetic
information; medical condition; political activities or affiliations; militaryor veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or
stalking; or because one is perceived to have one or more of theforegoing characteristics or associates with a person or group with one
or more of these characteristics. This includes District decisions about
employment, retention, compensation, promotion, termination and/or
other employment status.
1 “Cultural Competence” refers to the skills and ability of individuals to
act in a sensitive, inclusive and respectful manner in interactions withpersons who are different from themselves.
Approved by SWC Governing Board – October 2020

The District is an equal opportunity employer that shall provide an
educational and work environment in which no person is denied accessto, or the benefits of, any program or activity of the District on the basisof federal or state protected classes including, but not limited to: race
and/or trait(s) historically associated with race (including, but not limited
to hair texture and “protective hairstyles”); color; national origin, ancestry
or citizenship status; religion or creed; age; marital status; sex andgender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical
condition); sexual orientation; gender identity, gender expression; physicalor mental disability; genetic information; medical condition; politicalactivities or affiliations; military or veteran status; status as a victim ofdomestic violence, assault or stalking; or because one is perceived tohave one or more of the foregoing characteristics or associates with aperson or group with one or more of these characteristics.

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