A great way to learn more about SWCC is by meeting with our admissions team. Admissions representatives are available year-round for college visits, campus tours, and class registration.
Contact Admissions
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641.782.1421
Located in the Administration Center
Cait Maitlen - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Creston, Iowa
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration degree in business management with a leadership track and business marketing from the University of Iowa! GO HAWKS!
Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, working out, cooking, concerts, road trips, all kinds of music, motorcycle rides, 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!
Doug North - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Creston, Iowa
Education: Associate of Arts degree from SWCC and a bachelor’s degree in business management from Northwest Missouri State University. Once a Bearcat, always a Bearcat!
Hobbies/Interests: Golfing, fishing, working in the garden, and working on the farm are a few. I love to laugh, so I love comedies. My son is my world, so the more time with him, the better!
Favorite thing about SWCC: The atmosphere. Everybody here truly cares and does the small things to improve everybody and everything around them.
Most often asked question: What is there to do at SWCC?
Your answer to that question: Between the athletics, vocal performances, organizations, instrumental concerts, and clubs, you can’t help but be a part of the SWCC community.
Lauren England - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Coggon, Iowa
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.
Deb Peterson - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Fonda, Iowa
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!
Lindsay Street - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Creston, Iowa
Hobbies/Interests: I spend most of my free time with family; my children are my greatest joy! I love food, music, concerts, making memories with friends, and spending time outdoors.
Favorite thing about SWCC: Everyone here is so friendly and sincere. The faculty and staff are always supportive, and the atmosphere is very welcoming. I love meeting so many people in all different walks of life working to make their lives better!
Most often asked question: Where’s Doug?
Your answer to that question: Answer 1: On the Golf Course. Answer 2: Your guess is as good as mine!