A great way to learn more about Southwestern Community College is to meet with a member of the SWCC admissions team. Admissions representatives are available year-round for college visits, campus tours, and class registration. The admissions department is located in the Administration Center on the Creston campus.
Contact Admissions
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641.782.1421
Sydney Smith, Office Manager - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Afton
Hobbies/Interests: Whenever I have free time I’m usually with family and friends doing all things outdoors like horseback riding, camping, fishing, etc.
Favorite thing about SWCC: SWCC is like a big family and everyone greets you with open arms and a smile!
Most often asked question: What did you do to help pay for college when you attended?
Your answer to that question: Along with applying for my high school scholarships, I also applied for SWCC’s Education Foundation. With the awards that I got through my high school and with SWCC’s Education Foundation, I was able to lower my tuition costs by a good amount.
Lauren England, Admissions Coordinator/Career & Technical Education Recruiter - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Coggon
Education: Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture education, communications option, from Iowa State University- GO STATE!
Hobbies/Interests: Being with family and friends, showing livestock, photography and running.
Favorite thing about SWCC: The students, staff, and faculty! Everyone is so welcoming and caring. It’s easy to make SWCC your “home” on day one!
Most often asked question: How can I get more active at SWCC?
Your answer to that question: Get involved with as many activities, intramurals and clubs as possible! They are a great way to travel, have fun and make life-long friends.
Cait Maitlen, Admissions Director - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Creston
Education: Associate of Arts degree with a business emphasis from Southwestern Community College! Bachelor of Business Administration degree in business management with a leadership track and business marketing from the University of Iowa, as well as a master’s degree in organizational management from Peru State College.
Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with family & friends, boating, traveling, cooking, concerts, and anything outdoors!
Favorite thing about SWCC: Everything about SWCC is great! The faculty & staff strive to make Southwestern a better place every year. Everyone on our staff sincerely cares about the success of each of our students!
Most often asked question: Since Southwestern is a junior college, will my experience be similar to what I had in high school?
Your answer to that question: Not at all! As a Creston grad and a former Spartan, I thought the same thing when I started school at Southwestern. Be sure to get involved in as many student organizations as you can and you will be sure to meet tons of awesome people!
Deb Peterson, Admissions Representative - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Fonda
Education: Bachelor’s degree in community recreation from the University of Northern Iowa. “Live Purple!”
Hobbies/Interests: Teaching fitness classes, kayaking, watching HGTV and time with my family & friends.
Favorite thing about SWCC: All of the great people who work here!
Most often asked question: What does Creston have to offer?
Your answer to that question: I usually point out all of the recreational activities available as well as the dining and shopping opportunities. I am often surprised that many people appreciate the small town atmosphere of Creston!
Casie Klejch, Admissions Representative - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Creston
Education: Associate of Arts degree from Southwestern Community College. Bachelor's degree in elementary education with reading and special education endorsements from Buena Vista University.
Hobbies/Interests: I spend most of my free time with my family, making memories with my son, and shopping.
Favorite thing about SWCC: My favorite thing about SWCC is the friendly and fun environment!
Most often asked question: Why did you choose SWCC?
Your answer to that question: The tuition costs were unbeatable! It made sense for me to start at SWCC, finish my associate degree, and then transfer to a four-year university.