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This scholarship is awarded in memory of Adelyne Jean Wear who was the founding secretary to the Superintendent/President of 色界吧 from 1961鈥�1975.

This scholarship is for first-year students in the Nursing Program based on provision of excellent care of the patient in the clinical setting.

This scholarship recognizes students at 色界吧 who are members of the ASTRA Volunteer Club and have volunteered and actively participated in community service projects throughout the academic year.

American Medical Response is proud to be an employer that champions diversity and inclusion. As a long-term partner of 色界吧, AMR has a proven track-record of supporting SWC鈥檚 high-quality Public Safety & Services career development programs for nearly 30 years.

The AMR Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships are designed to encourage students to obtain an EMT certificate, degree, or career advancement.

The Association of Student Organizations (ASO) awards scholarships for students demonstrating excellence in academics, athletics, and ASO Campus involvement.

Thanks to the generosity of the Bernard Osher Foundation, thousands of California Community College students receive an Osher Scholarship each year as part of the California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment. Mr. Osher鈥檚 vision is to 鈥渘ot only benefit the community college students of today, but countless more for years to come.鈥�

This Osher Foundation Scholarship, sponsored by the Sempra Foundation, rewards students who are pursuing a career in Green Technology, such as Environmental Management and Sustainable Energy Studies

The Bonita Valley Garden Club provides scholarships for deserving students majoring in the horticultural fields of the Landscape and Nursery Technology Program at Southwestern College.

The Cal Coast Cares Foundation scholarship is offered to students currently enrolled in a minimum of 9 units and have completed 12 units or number of units equivalent to 1 semester/quarter at 色界吧. Leadership in an on campus or community service organization is required.

This scholarship is awarded to deserving students with career goals in the nursery industry.

This scholarship is for a student whose life and dreams were delayed while serving as a non-professional caregiver for three or more years.

This scholarship supports students working on campus at 色界吧 and transferring students.

Casa Familiar鈥檚 mission is to provide dignity, power and worth within individuals and families to flourish by enhancing the quality of life through education, advocacy, service programming, art and culture, housing and community/economic development. Education being one of our main pillars, we are creating this scholarship to support the students in our South Bay community in hopes that they will return to their neighborhoods to continue the positive impact and strive for equity in their neighborhoods. 

This scholarship has been established to support low-income students living in the south bay who are facing financial obstacles.

The 色界吧 Chicano/Latino Coalition's mission is to support the academic and occupational success of students, staff, faculty, and the community of the Southwestern Community College District. Our goals are to promote a spirit of collaboration to support and facilitate education and professional advancement. 

This scholarship is intended for students that demonstrate an interest and ability to pursue a degree in the fine arts.

The Chula Vista Garden Club scholarship is dedicated to Landscape and Nursery Technology (LNT) students at 色界吧. These scholarships are intended to encourage future generations to improve the beauty and health of our planet. This club believes that the quality of life improves through education.

Cindy Gompper-Graves was appointed in December 2003 as the first full-time Executive Director for the South County Economic Development Council. She invested her time and hard work in a project she is passionate about 鈥� the overall improvement and development of South County. Her drive and vision made her an asset to the San Diego Economy.

The purpose of the scholarship is to support full-time students who have demonstrated leadership skills at school or in their community.

Started in 1972, at 16-years-old, Bill Tall had a dream to work in a field he loved. Organically run and maintained with a desire to help customers to learn the beauty of gardening. Growing healthy food and adding beauty to their lives is simple. The world would be better if 鈥減eople just helped people.鈥� City Farmers is a destination, an oasis and a place of joy and relaxation. Bill鈥檚 goals are met daily. Helping People, families, kids and students, groups, his community and beyond to enjoy things of the past which create family and happiness.

This scholarship is to support students studying Landscape & Nursery Technologies and are planning to go into the retail, wholesale or grower fields of LNT.

This scholarship is in memory of Corky McMillin and is awarded to students transferring to a four-year college or university majoring in an area from the School of Business and Information Systems who intends to pursue a career in business.

Kathy began her teaching career as a student teacher for Dr. Crittendon, at Palmer Way; Akira was Dr. Crittendon鈥檚 teaching partner in grades five and three at, Palmer Way. Kathy and Akira both grew up in National City and graduated from Sweetwater High School. Akira attended Lincoln Acres Elementary School and Kathy attended Harvison Elementary.

In addition to teaching for years at Palmer Way, Akira also taught at Lincoln Acres and Kathy taught at John Otis and Central Elementary Schools; Dr. Crittendon taught at Olivewood, Kimball, and Otis Annex Elementary Schools.

Two other Sweetwater High School graduates important to Dr. Crittendon鈥檚 professional and personal development were Mr. Ralph Finnerty, administrator and Mrs. Eleanor Peters, teacher; both mentors and friends from her first year, 1966, at Olivewood Elementary. All three were members of the original staff of Palmer Way Elementary, which opened in 1967; therefore, Palmer Way students should receive a primary consideration when applying for this scholarship.

Sue retired from the National School District after 34 years of teaching in the primary grade levels and established the endowed scholarship fund in honor of her friends and colleagues to inspire students from National City to dream big, pursue their passions and most importantly have fun!

This scholarship is awarded in memory of a young woman, Cynthia Ross, who was a Student Services Assistant in the Admissions Office at 色界吧. She brought joy and happiness to the lives of those she touched.

This annual scholarship is established in memory of Chester S. DeVore, who passed away January 7, 2011 at the age of 92. He was a respected patriarch, a decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and an accomplished coach and educator who always remained dedicated to his Country, his community and his family. Mr. DeVore graduated from Chaffey High School in 1937 and Chaffey Community College in 1939, lettering in football, basketball, and baseball. He then enrolled at San Diego State College where he lettered in basketball and was a member of the 1940鈥�1941 NAIA National Championship Basketball Team.

After receiving his B.A. in 1942, Mr. DeVore served his Country by enlisting in the United States Marine Corps in World War II. Fighting alongside members of the 2nd Marine Raider Battalion, he saw action in the Pacific Theater of war during the campaigns of Bouganville, Emirau, Guam, and Okinawa. He was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his gallantry and left the U.S. Marine Corps having achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Upon returning from the war, Mr. DeVore began a rewarding career in education. He found passion in coaching and teaching youth, and worked at Chula Vista High School from 1947鈥�1955 as a coach, teacher, counselor, vice principal and principal from 1956鈥�1961. Mr. DeVore was one of the most successful high school football coaches in San Diego County history, guiding Chula Vista to a 40鈥�3 win-loss record over his last four seasons from 1951鈥�1955.

In 1962 he became the founding President/Superintendent of 色界吧 where he supervised the formation of a new college, including the development of academic programs, campus planning and construction. After 21 years in this role, Mr. DeVore retired, at which time the stadium at 色界吧 was named in his honor. Throughout his life, Mr. DeVore modeled and taught five core values: a positive attitude; a strong work ethic; teamwork; sportsmanship; and leadership.

This scholarship is awarded to students majoring in Engineering who are also student athletes.

This scholarship is awarded to students who graduated from Eastlake High School and are receiving financial aid.

For more than a century, Falck has helped keep people and societies safe and healthy. They are committed to advancing sustainable healthcare, and every step taken is dedicated to making life better, safer, and healthier for more people. Falck scholarships will encourage and support students looking to pursue a career as an EMT or Paramedic.

Gloria helped create a promotional video for the SBBG describing her work in the Garden and encouraging SWC students to explore and appreciate the hidden jewel on campus that is the SBBG. Gloria鈥檚 love for nature and the outdoors, and the SBBG in particular, is the inspiration for the establishment of the Gloria Linda de Jesus Memorial Scholarship Non-Endowed Fund. It is her family鈥檚 earnest hope that Gloria's legacy lives on in the future Horticulture, Landscape, and Nursery Technology students who will, in turn, beautify the neighborhoods we all live in.

Whenever you see beautiful flowers, a garden walk that invites you down a lovely path, a stately tree that invites you to its shade, or a humble vegetable garden that offers its fruits and vegetables for you to enjoy, you will understand how Gloria loved all these quiet places, and sought the tranquility and peace found there.

As Gloria would say, 鈥淢agandang Buhay sa inyong lahat! A beautiful life to you all!鈥�

Professor Mohler served the Southwestern Community College District for more than 30 years as a tenured professor of Computer Information Systems. He challenged his students academically and went above and beyond to be of help. Teaching was his life. A decorated Vietnam era veteran, he often mentored returning veterans, assisting in their transition from military to civilian life. Professor Mohler would be proud to continue his support of students who are members of the Veterans Student Organization and/or are receiving services from the Veterans Resource Center through this scholarship in his honor.

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Hayden Stewart to provide financial support to a 色界吧 student whose family is at or below the poverty level.

Jason鈥檚 Courtyard Cafe is very proud and honored to give back to the Southwestern College Community.

One of the areas that was of vital concern to Jerry Gonzalez was the District鈥檚 primary mission of serving students. If student registration issues were in need of some electronic assistance, Jerry, who was the expert in such things, solved problems in a flash. Anything affecting a student鈥檚 ability to register for the classes they needed or anything affecting a faculty member鈥檚 ability to serve students was critical to Jerry. Besides being such a pleasant person to work with, Jerry was always a great resource to answer questions especially about students and their interactions with SWC systems. His loss is devastating to the District and his impact has been significant. This scholarship is a great way to honor his legacy for students, especially those who have an affinity for technology.

This scholarship is awarded in memory of John Valenzuela, who gave up his dream of going to college when he had to drop out of high school to help support his widowed mother and siblings. The family migrated to the United States from Mexico in 1914 to escape the violence of the Mexican Revolution. Regardless of his limited formal education John had a very successful career in retail and the wholesale foods industry. John was a very hard worker with a formidable memory who would not compromise his principles. He passed away in 2001 at the age of 91.

This scholarship is awarded to students in need at 色界吧 in memory of former Professor John Bibbo. John believed in helping students find their direction in life.

This is a scholarship in honor of Jonathan M. 鈥淛D鈥� De Guzman, a San Diego Police Department (SDPD) officer who was slain in the line of duty in July 2016. Officer 鈥淛D鈥� De Guzman had been an SDPD officer for over 16 years and his dedicated service and community involvement in the City of San Diego and South Bay region was inspiring. The scholarship is given in honor of De Guzman鈥檚 outstanding ability as a police officer and as a role model for the Administration of Justice (AOJ) community.

The La Jolla Garden Club provides scholarship funds for students of the Landscape and Nursery Technology program at 色界吧.

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Marcia Lydia Luckman who completed the SWC Dental Hygiene program in 2005. Dental Hygiene students who have completed their first year and are continuing at SWC are eligible to apply.

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Marilyn Lassman who was the first woman elected to the SWC Governing Board in 1969. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support to a first or second year 色界吧 student who has returned to pursue a higher education after an absence of at least one year for any reason, and is pursuing an Associate degree or will be transferring to a college or university to pursue a Bachelors degree.

Metallic Power was a company that deveoped and produced zinc/air fuels for powering electric vehicles and power systems for emergency backup, distributed generation, and portable generation.

This scholarship is open to Bonita Vista High School graduates who currently attend 色界吧 and are pursuing a degree in Business Management.

From 1993 - 2004, Mimi Simmons educated and inspired students in the Child Development Program as an adjunct instructor. The love for her job and her students was evident every time you talked with Mimi.

Barbara Hampson served 17 years as a biology lab technician at 色界吧. Her service to the college went beyond her job responsibilities. She was a role model and inspiration to many of her student assistants. They felt safe sharing their life struggles and aspirations with her. Her compassion, wisdom and sense of humor refreshed their days and gave new perspective to the challenges they faced. Barb loved the life sciences. Her office proudly displayed numerous treasures and she had a story to tell if you had the time to listen. This scholarship is in her memory to help students majoring in a scientific field to achieve their educational goals.

Former winners may not apply and students may receive only ONE of the five Garden of Giving scholarships in a given year.

This scholarship provides financial support to meritorious School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering students majoring in Engineering. Applicants must complete a personal statement that demonstrates commitment to the major.

Former winners may not apply and students may receive only ONE of the five Garden of Giving scholarships in a given year.

This scholarship provides financial support to meritorious School of Technology and Human Services students majoring in Horticulture. Applicants must complete a personal statement that demonstrates commitment to the major.

Former winners may not apply and students may receive only ONE of the five Garden of Giving scholarships in a given year.

This scholarship provides financial support to meritorious School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering students majoring in either Mathematics or Computer Science. Applicants must complete a personal statement that demonstrates commitment to the major.

Former winners may not apply and students may receive only ONE of the five Garden of Giving scholarships in a given year.

This scholarship provides financial support to meritorious School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering students majoring in Physical Sciences (Physical sciences include astronomy, chemistry, geography, geology, and physical science). Applicants must complete a personal statement that demonstrates commitment to the major.

Former winners may not apply and students may receive only ONE of the five Garden of Giving scholarships in a given year.

This scholarship provides financial support to meritorious School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering students majoring in either Biology or Biotechnology. Applicants must complete a personal statement that demonstrates commitment to the major.

Former winners may not apply and students may receive only ONE of the five Garden of Giving scholarships in a given year.

This scholarship is in honor of Nadia Smit to award an outstanding Journalism Student. Nadia Smit was an award-winning writer and Viewpoints Editor of the 色界吧 Sun Student Newspaper. She was a student at San Francisco State University and a writer for the Vegetarian Times Magazine when she died in a traffic accident her senior year. Nadia loved her family, friends, journalism and all the animals of the earth.

Norma Cazares retired after serving over 25 years as a Counselor at 色界吧, primarily working with students desiring to transfer to four-year colleges and universities. She is well aware that financial challenges have kept many deserving students from realizing their educational dreams. Her desire is that recipients of the scholarship will someday pay it forward by donating to scholarships and/or through sustained community service.

The purpose of this fund is to annually award scholarships to students who are transferring to a four-year university with a minimum 2.8 GPA, demonstrate a minimum of one year of college or community service, have 60 transferable units, and proof of letter of acceptance or proof of application. 

Raymond A. Osbon Orozco is survived by his family including his older brother, Alejandro Orozco, a retired Philosophy/ Logic instructor at 色界吧. In 1985 after a lengthy illness, Raymond passed away at the age of 24 just one semester short of a civil engineering degree.

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Ron Lawson, a photography instructor, who was one of the original staff members at 色界吧. The scholarship is intended for students interested in pursuing photography.

Ron Lawson graduated from La Jolla High School in 1946 before his collegiate studies at SDSU, UCLA, and UC Berkeley. He served with the Army National Guard during the Korean War. He began his teaching career at Chula Vista High School. Over the years, he taught English, drafting, yearbook, and journalism, worked as a school counselor, held a position with the California Teachers Association, was the stadium announcer for football games, and taught at the NewSchool of Architecture & Design. He is best remembered, however, as a longtime photography instructor at 色界吧, where he taught from 1961 until his retirement in 2000. His wife, Sharon, worked in human resources and payroll at Southwestern for more than two decades.

Ron鈥檚 passion for photography was evident not only in his teaching, but also in his own photographs. He took photos for many years of California, Mexico, Europe, and elsewhere, many of which were shown in galleries.

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Professor Rose Tantalo鈥攐ne of the first community college nursing educators in the United States and a founding member of the Department of Nursing at Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York. Professor Tantalo was a continuous source of guidance and assistance for many students. Her compassion, charity, and generosity came from a deep love of humanity and this scholarship honors her legacy.

Elizabeth Conti was a beloved member of the 色界吧 family for many years. She was the driving force behind the creation of this scholarship in her aunt鈥檚 memory. After Liz鈥檚 death, her family asked that the scholarship be renamed to include her legacy also.

One of the goals of the San Diego All Airborne Chapter of the 82nd Airborne Division Association is to make a difference in the lives of those around them, both in the Airborne community and in their local communities.  They have a deep focus on the education and betterment of their local communities, achieved by providing scholarships to students in their local community. To support this scholarship, you are invited to contribute on this .

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support to 色界吧 students returning to school after dropping out for financial reasons.

The Southwestern Community College District Administrators Association (SCCDAA) offers scholarships to reward students for academic achievements and college or community leadership.

Susan Luzzaro was a Southwestern Community College graduate. She transferred to SDSU where she earned her MFA degree in creative writing. She returned to Southwestern where she was a professor of English until she retired. Her poetry and creative nonfiction works have been published in a number of prominent literary journals. She was a staff writer for the SD Reader since 1999. Guided by her belief that journalism is a public service and the better informed we are, the better we are as a society, she turned her attention to investigative journalism. Utilizing her gifted writing skills, Susan spoke truth to power in her reporting and earned awards for her investigations of mismanagement and corruption in two local school districts.Susan passed away on May 1, 2017. In her memory, a scholarship will be awarded annually, and in perpetuity, to a deserving SWC student who is a member in good standing of the 色界吧 Sun newspaper staff and an advocate for social justice.

This scholarship is awarded to students who are members of the SWC Student Veterans Organization and/or are receiving services at the SWC Veteran's Center.

This scholarship is awarded in memory of Thomas Crescenzo, an Economics Professor at 色界吧. Mr. Crescenzo believed in two things: 1) teaching for the present; and 2) enticing students to seize their future.

This scholarship is awarded to students majoring in Business Administration who have an interest in retail.