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
Lindsay Street, Office Manager - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: Creston
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: Is it too late to apply to Southwestern?
Your answer to that question: Future students can apply up until the day classes start each semester! However, sooner is better to ensure enough time to submit the required documents for admission.
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!
Zach Woods, Admissions Representative - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Hometown: New Virginia
Education: Bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Northern Iowa and master’s degree in health sciences from Western Illinois University. Go Panthers & Leathernecks!
Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with family and friends, watching and playing sports, enjoying the outdoors and continuously learning.
Favorite thing about SWCC: The relationships. Everyone at SWCC is very friendly and supportive, creating a welcoming environment!
Most often asked question: Will my credits transfer after I graduate from Southwestern?
Your answer to that question: We work diligently with students to ensure their credits will transfer if they intend to go on to a four-year university. We have a lot of great partnership opportunities in place, and have also worked with a variety of institutions to ensure our Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees transfer seamlessly.