Southwest Texas College News
Southwest Texas College and San Antonio College Join Forces to Upskill Future Healthcare Workers
October 29, 2024
The healthcare industry faces a growing workforce shortage nationwide, with nursing alone projected to see a six percent increase in job opportunities by 2030 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022).
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62nd Annual Southwest Texas College Rodeo Draws Thrilling Competition to Uvalde
October 17, 2024
The 62nd Annual Southwest Texas College Rodeo brought top-tier collegiate rodeo action to the Uvalde County Fairplex Rodeo Arena as part of the Southern Region of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA).
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Title V VIDA Project Partners with San Antonio Food Bank to Bring Essential Resources to Students
October 3, 2024
The Title V VIDA Project (Vision, Identity, Diversity, and Advocacy), in partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank, is excited to announce a new collaboration aimed at eliminating barriers and providing critical resources to students.
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SWTX Welcomes Crystal City Elementary Students
October 3, 2024
On Friday, Sept. 13, Southwest Texas College (SWTX) welcomed a group of eager second-grade students from Crystal City's Lorenzo De Zavala Elementary School.
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News Archive
August 2024 - July 2025
September 2024
Southwest Texas College Announces Spring 2024 President's and Dean's Lists
$50,000 Larry J. Milstead Wildlife Endowment Established to Empower Future Conservationists at SWTX
Jesse T. Moreno, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Continues to Support Aspiring Nurses at SWTX
August 2024
August 2023 - July 2024
July 2024
Surgical Technology Program launched at Southwest Texas College
From Stay-at-Home Mom to GED Graduate: Eunice Garza's Inspiring Journey with SWTX
SWTX Wraps Up Successful 3rd Annual Kids' College
SWTX PCT Instructor Honored with Prestigious THOA Award
May 2024
Southwest Texas College: Pioneering a New Era of Learning Excellence
SWTJC Celebrates Eagle Pass Early College Academy Achievements
SWTJC Prepares to Celebrate 77th Annual Commencement Ceremonies
Student to Instructor: A Transformative Journey in SWTJC's Diesel Technology Program
April 2024
SWTJC President's Gala Raises $11,000, Unites Community in Support of Higher Education
Emily Castillo and Gilbert Garza Honored with Ismael Sosa, Jr. Memorial Scholarship at SWTJC
March 2024
SWTJC President Presents Dual Credit Update to La Pryor ISD Board
Eta Beta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Inducts New Members in Spring Ceremony
Jocelyn Garcia Named 2024 Guistwhite Scholar
Welding technology team earns grand champion at student cook-off event
February 2024
Jessica Beltran: A story of Resilience and Pursuing Passion in Education
Dine with the Deans: Celebration of SWTJC Faculty
SWTJC Catholic Club Hosts Annual Ash Wednesday Service on Uvalde Campus
SWTJC Powerline Technician Graduation Honors Inaugural Scholarship Recipient and 2024 Graduates
January 2024
SWTJC Announces Annual Creative Arts Contest: Showcasing Literary and Visual Talents
SWTJC announces fall 2023 president's and dean's lists
November 2023
SWTJC Celebrates Grande Opening of Expanded Student Lounge
Phi Theta Kappa welcomes new members in Fall Induction Ceremony
SWTJC Empowers Powerline Technician Students with New Bucket Truck
SWTJC Eligible for Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence
October 2023
Southwest Texas Junior College Named Top 100 University for Hispanics
SWTJC Child Development Center Earns Prestigious NAEYC Accreditation
Lee Flores and Steven Chapa Shine a Spotlight on SWTJC's Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Program
September 2023
Palomino Fest draws large crowd, donates $25K to SWTJC
Moreno family awards annual scholarship to nursing students
August 2023
SWTJC Faculty Gears Up for fall semester: Campus Welcome Scheduled
Southwest Texas Junior College Board of Trustees gear up for August meeting
SWTJC Uvalde Campus Security Alert Successfully Resolved
SWTJC, Mexican Consulate partner to boost education
STEMward Bound Summer Camp Empowering Students at SWTJC
August 2022 - July 2023
July 2023
Kids' College Event at SWTJC Uvalde: Inspiring Learning and Fun for Local Students
SWTJC announces spring 2023 president's and dean's list
SWTJC celebrates graduation of first paramedic class
June 2023
Wood ropes in victory: Claims national college rodeo title in team roping event
SWTJC inducts 37 nursing graduates to new chapter of honor society
Faculty and staff honored for years of service and retirement
SWTJC Cosmetology Student Gear Up for SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta
May 2023
SWTJC Law Enforcement Academy graduation celebrates new peace officers
SWTJC Del Rio student receives Chick-fil-A Leadership Scholar Award
SWTJC Eagle Pass student selected for prestigious research program
April 2023
Winners announced in the annual creative arts contest
College and career event draws a large crowd
Uvalde campus issues 'Secure' alert due to high-speed chase
SWTJC community mourns the loss of Anne Tarski
Adult education program earns top award
March 2023
SWTJC Eta Beta Chapter inducts new members
SWTJC to host Guadalupe Dance Company performance 'Viva Mi Cultura'
Nursing team earns grand champion at student cook-off event
February 2023
SWTJC graduate 16 powerline technicians in Uvalde
SWTJC President's and Dean's list announced for fall 2022 semester
SWTJC Crystal City student awarded first Ismael Sosa, Jr scholarship
SWTJC students make voices heard during community college day
AEP Foundation contributes $35,000 to Southwest Texas Junior College in Uvalde
Faculty association awards scholarships
January 2023
Entries being sought for college creative arts contest
November 2022
Phi Theta Kappa partners with local businesswoman to fight student hunger
October 2022
College rodeo team kicks-off season with strong performance
August 2022
August 2021 - July 2022
July 2022
SWTJC President's and Dean's list announced for Spring 2022 semester
June 2022
Resource fair attracts large crowd to college campus
May 2022
College board appoints new member
Powerline Technician program graduates 11 during ceremony
Phi Theta Kappa inducts 50 members during ceremony at SWTJC Uvalde
SWTJC, Union Pacific enter into partnership to expand diesel tech program
April 2022
College creative arts award ceremony split into two
City council, UCISD board candidate forum set for April 19, 2022
March 2022
Uvalde Campus Lockdown Information Notice
January 2022
SWTJC mourns the passing of Flores, board president
SWTJC resumes face-to-face classes
In Memoriam: Maggie Servantes 1949 - 2022
SWTJC President's and Dean's list announced for fall 2021 semester
Entries being sought for college creative arts contest
In Memoriam: Dr. Wilford Winston Box 1935 - 2022
SWTJC temporarily moves spring classes online due to COVID surge
December 2021
Santa Claus scheduled to make appearance at College Christmas event on Nov. 30
SWTJC Cowgirl Taylor Lawson gets special surprise
SWTJC receives grants to increase equity and access to higher education
October 2021
Board of trustees receive operations reports, approve hangar lease, reschedule Dec. meeting
September 2021
Students, parents encouraged to complete FAFSA
The SWTJC college rodeo rides into town this weekend
SWTJC Rodeo season kicks off in Tatum
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Drawing Winners
Student Parking Decals Now Available
August 2021
Moreno family donates scholarships to nursing students in memory of son, brother
SWTJC mandates masks amid rising COVID-19 cases in the region
Cook named SWTJC mascot design contest winner
Congressman Tony Gonzales meets with SWTJC administration
Palomino Fest canceled due to high COVID-19 cases in the area
August 2020 - July 2021
July 2021
SWTJC President's and Dean's list announced for spring 2021 semester
SWTJC offering COVID-19 vaccine clinics
June 2021
SWTJC receives $5 million gift
May 2021
SWTJC rodeo qualifies six athletes to coveted 2021 CNFR
SWTJC to no longer require masks on campus following governor's executive order
SWTJC announces rollout of new strategic plan
April 2021
SWTJC joins education campaign to get adults back to school and work
March 2021
SWTJC President's and Dean's list announced for fall 2020 semester
SWTJC rodeo team continues momentum
SWTJC Rodeo Team Pushes into National Standings after Spring Opener
College says in person classes returning Summer 2021
January 2021
College nursing students help administer thousands of COVID-19 vaccines
College kicks-off spring semester with virtual convocation
Financial relief on the way for students impacted by COVID-19
Phi Theta Kappa inducts 51 members during virtual ceremony
Annual creative arts contest canceled due to COVID-19 concerns
Classes begin for spring semester
December 2020
Former SWTJC President Dr. Ismael Sosa Passes Away
Law enforcement cadets awarded scholarships by American Legion and First Stater Bank of Uvalde
SWTJC joins education campaign to get adults back to school and work
October 2020
Spring classes at SWTJC and SRSU-RGC remain virtual
SWTJC's 58th annual rodeo draws 392 contestants
September 2020
SWTJC cancels annual high school hoops tournament
Financial aid application opens on October 1
Trustees approve tax rate decrease
Funeral services slated Thursday for SWTJC cosmetology instructor
August 2019 - July 2020
July 2020
SWTJC President's and Dean's list announced for Spring 2020 semester
SWTJC announces adjustments to Fall classes amid COVID-19 spikes in service area
SWTJC waives TSI testing requirement for upcoming school year
June 2020
SWTJC delays daycare reopen amid increasing coronavirus cases in region
SWTJC reports first COVID-19 case
Board approves reopen plan for fall classes
May 2020
SWTJC to stage 'virtual commencement' in July
April 2020
SWTJC receives funds for emergency grants to students
SWTJC rodeo athletes qualify for College National Finals
Phi Theta Kappa chapter earns multiple honors at regional convention
March 2020
Trustees approve to postpone college elections
Garner shows H.E.B. employees appreciation with free meals
Coronavirus Updates: President Gonzales addresses upcoming board meeting, resuming classes
College creative arts contest canceled amid Coronavirus concerns
SWTJC board election has one contested race
February 2020
Rodeo team delivers solid performance at Texas A&M Commerce event
Trustees approve vice presidents' contracts for additional year
SWTJC Rodeo Team Shines at Spring Opener
January 2020
SWTJC student in running for undergraduate transfer scholarship
SWTJC President's and Dean's list announced for fall 2019 semester
Entries being sought for annual creative arts contest
FAA approves SWTJC as a certified general and airframe training school
December 2019
D'Hanis Cowgirls, La Pryor Bull Dogs claim SWTJC tournament titles
Board hears audit results for fiscal year, Leakey school superintendent's concerns
November 2019
College kicks-off holiday season with lighting ceremony, arrival of Santa Claus
SWTJC clears a path for Uvalde high school freshman to earn engineering degree in half the time
SWTJC rodeo team has successful weekend
October 2019
Phi Theta Kappa inducts 53 members during ceremony at SWTJC Uvalde
College rodeo attracts large crowd and competitors
Phi Theta Kappa inducts new members in fall ceremony
September 2019
College rodeo team kicks-off 2019-2020 season in Carthage
August 2019
SWTJC opens STEM MakerSpace with ribbon cutting ceremony
Uvalde parents honor son with scholarship for nursing students
August 2018 - July 2019
June 2019
College board of trustees approve 2019-2020 budget, including salary increases
SWTJC cowboy finishes second in the nation at the College National Finals Rodeo
SWTJC president's and dean's list announced for Spring 2019 semester
Top faculty and staff honored during annual vice president's breakfast
Law enforcement academy recognizes spring 2019 graduates
SWTJC honor student earns prestigious Jack Kent Cooke transfer scholarship
May 2019
Uvalde campus announces Who's Who and Leadership recipients
SWTJC awards over 600 degrees in 72nd commencement ceremony
SWTJC commencement ceremonies slated for Friday and Saturday in Uvalde
Del Rio campus announces Who's Who and Leadership recipients
West represents SWTJC at College National Finals Rodeo in Wyoming
Gala raises approximately $29,000 for scholarships to SWTJC
Phi Theta Kappa inducts new members in spring ceremony
Creative arts winners announced during annual awards ceremony
April 2019
College rodeo team hosts annual exhibition rodeo for kids in Uvalde
SWTJC's Randa Schell selected as a Texas Success Center research fellow
March 2019
College rodeo team hosts annual exhibition rodeo for kids in Uvalde
February 2019
Bandera team takes first place at robotics tournament at SWTJC
SWTJC hosts third annual robotics tournament
January 2019
Entries being sought for annual college creative arts contest
New chief of SWTJC police department named
Students can now access 1098T form online on the college website
SWTJC President's and Dean's list announced for fall 2018 semester
December 2018
College alumni network raises 10K for scholarships
King, Flores address upcoming state legislative session
Turkey Trot draws big crowd of runners, spectators on Nov. 17
La Pryor, Knippa win titles in 59th annual high school tournament
November 2018
State representative and senator scheduled to speak at SWTJC
College kicks-off holiday season with Christmas event
Turkey Trot scheduled this Saturday, Nov. 17 at Uvalde campus
Flu shots available at Del Rio and Uvalde campuses
College kicks off holiday season with tree lighting ceremony, arrival of Santa Claus
SWTJC awarded $2.7 million STEM grant
October 2018
SWTJC Rodeo Team shines in Lake Charles
Tickets being sold for annual raffle to benefit FAN scholarship fund
College and career fair draws large crowd
Longtime college rodeo coach retires
Phi Theta Kappa inducts new members in fall ceremony
SWTJC Rodeo team kicks off season with a big win
September 2018
College adopts current tax rate, see increase in fall enrollment
SWTJC Rodeo rides into town Oct. 5
Regional GED graduates recognized
Phi Theta Kappa members host a summer camp for local kids
August 2018
August 2017 - July 2018
July 2018
College rodeo team wraps up season at nationals in Wyoming
June 2018
High School students get to experience College
SWTJC president's and dean's list announced for Spring 2018 semester
Del Rio campus announces Who's Who and Leadership recipients
SWTJC offering free summer science camps for youth
SWTJC faculty recognized for excellence
SWTJC rodeo team sends students to College National Finals Rodeo
May 2018
Qualified students may be eligible for additional summer financial aid
Board members take oath of office, board keeps same officers for coming year
Top faculty and staff honored at annual Dean's Breakfast
SWTJC awards over 600 degrees in 71st commencement ceremony
Creative arts winners announced during annual awards ceremony
Uvalde campus announces Who's Who and Leadership recipients
SWTJC commencement ceremonies slated for Friday and Saturday in Uvalde
April 2018
Stevens High School team places first in criminal justice competition
Uvalde college library opens Educator Resource Room
SWTJC psychology club attends seminar on anxiety disorders
Gala raises approximately 27K for scholarships to SWTJC
Eagle Pass Fine Arts Company hosts Rabbit Hole performances
Annual college gala slated for April in Uvalde
SWTJC Eagle Pass spring college day attracts big crowd
March 2018
SWTJC offers new Patient Care Technician Program
Kinesiology club named grand champion at annual college cooking event
College rodeo team hosts annual exhibition rodeo for kids in Uvalde
Phi Theta Kappa holds spring induction ceremony at SWTJC Uvalde
February 2018
SWTJC spring college day attracts big crowd
Cowboys lose to Northwest Vista on the road
Catholic club hosts Ash Wednesday mass
Students, faculty and staff mourn loss of counselor
Area students test their STEM skills at robotics competition
January 2018
Entries being sought for annual college creative arts contest
SWTJC hosts second annual robotics tournament
SWTJC students dress to impress
Faculty report back on Jan. 9 to begin spring convocation
December 2017
Large crowd enjoys college holiday luncheon
Law enforcement academy graduates 41 in Uvalde
Brackett, Nueces Canyon win titles in 58th annual high school tournament
Student Engagement and Success team named 4DX top performer
College Christmas event draws large crowd
Board takes action on broad range of topics at November meeting
November 2017
High school basketball tournament begins today in Uvalde
College tree lighting ceremony and arrival of Santa Claus set for Nov. 28
Turkey Trot draws big crowd of runners, spectators on Nov. 18
Turkey Trot scheduled for Nov. 18 on Uvalde campus
Eagle Pass departments achieve 4DX bronze certificates
Eagle Pass campus recognizes 4DX top performing teams
Developmental Studies Division team named 4DX top performer
October 2017
STEM clubs complete service project benefiting Devils River
SWTJC basketball teams host Palo Alto College in home opener
SWTJC named in 150 top US Community Colleges; eligible for $1M Aspen Prize
Annual college cross-country meet draws over 600 runners
Del Toro earns service-learning scholarship
Phi Theta Kappa holds fall induction ceremony at SWTJC Uvalde
September 2017
College adopts effective tax rate, see increase in fall enrollment
College rodeo rides into town on Oct. 6
SWTJC cross country kicks off 2017 season
Local American Legion post shows appreciation to police academy cadets
College donates supplies for Hurricane Harvey victims
Palomino Fest draws record crowd, presents $25,000 check to SWTJC
August 2017
College encourages civic engagement for students, faculty and staff