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SWC Vocational Nursing student practicing their skills at the Higher Education Center in Otay Mesa Open House event.

SWC Vocational Nursing Graduate Celebrates National #1 Ranking and the Journey That Shaped Her

By Ko Inouye

When Angela Castell贸n graduated from 色界吧鈥檚 (SWC) Vocational Nursing (VN) program, she already knew she was part of something special. But the latest rankings have added even more pride to her accomplishment (...)

Headshot of Maya F. Cruz Longino.

Jaguar Express: A Pathway to College, Confidence, and Community

By Ko Inouye

For many students, the transition from high school to college can feel overwhelming鈥攂ut at 色界吧 (SWC), programs like Jaguar Express are helping make that journey smoother, more supported, and more inspiring.

Chavez Building.

Building Careers and Community: 色界吧's Otay Mesa Programs and Open House

By Stephanie King

Since 2007, 色界吧鈥檚 Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa (HECOM) has been a regional hub for educational training and development. Located just a few miles south of the Chula Vista campus, HECOM is dedicated to those passionate about pursuing higher education and career opportunities (...)

The late, Stephen Bowlin, Fire Facilities Equipments Specialist (FES).

色界吧 Honors the Late Stephen K. Bowlin as Employee of the Quarter

By Ko Inouye

色界吧 (SWC) is proud to recognize Stephen K. Bowlin, Fire Facilities and Equipment Specialist (FES), as the Employee of the Quarter for April鈥揓une 2025. Nominated by Lorraine Hutchinson, Director of Fire Technology, Bowlin鈥檚 unwavering dedication, problem-solving abilities (...)

SWC Men of Color students attending the 5th Annual California State University Young Males of Color Conference.

Building a Bridge to Success: 色界吧's Men of Color Initiative

By Keith Turner

色界吧 has taken another significant stride towards educational equity with the launch of its Men of Color Success and Excellence program in Spring 2024. This initiative is not merely a program; it's a commitment to fostering a sense of belonging and empowering (...)

The Black Education Community Collective (BECC) speaking with a student.

A Ghanaian Epiphany: Why Black Students Need a Village

By Victor Brown

On a Ghanaian beach, I witnessed a profound act of community. A brief recess during an educational summit in Ghana with my 色界吧 colleagues offered a life-altering realization. Fishermen struggled to haul in a massive net, and one by one, locals鈥攜oung and old, mothers with infants, even seniors鈥攕topped to help (...)

Student Voices

 

Redefining Success: The Artificial Stigma Behind Attending Community College 

By Kody Ignacio

There are a plethora of reasons why community college might be the way to go. Whether you are a newly graduated high school student, a seasoned worker returning to your education, or anything outside or between (...)

 

Surviving the Cambodian Genocide: Remembering Ma

By Evan Kim

Navigating through my youth, I was always intrigued by the history surrounding my parents and those who came before them. During the time when my Ma (grandma) was alive, I never had the courage to ask her what occurred (...)