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Can the adult brain grow new neurons? For years scientists thought neurogenesis stopped after early development. New research is changing that view. Explore how the brain’s adrenergic system may influence the growth of new neurons.
More details here: bit.ly/4yNp550
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Southwestern is excited to announce Ciara Rubí as our 2026–27 Guest Artist in Residence. Join us for an Artist Reception to welcome Ciara to Southwestern, meet the artist, learn about her work, and hear about upcoming workshops.
More details here: bit.ly/4ddCR8S
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Ready for a fast-paced career where no two days are the same? 🚑 Start your EMS journey at SWOCC and quickly gain the skills to enter this high-demand industry. Begin as an EMT and work your way toward becoming a paramedic. Learn more at socc.edu/ems
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Southwestern Oregon Community College Curry Campus is closing for the remainder of the day, today, Friday, September 25, 2026. The campus is experiencing water issues and needs to close to address the issues. Classes will resume a regular schedule on Monday, September 28.
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Forestry—it’s in our DNA.🌲Start your journey at SWOCC with hands-on learning, small classes, and the ultimate outdoor classroom. Your path to a rewarding career begins here: socc.edu/forestry
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Can the adult brain grow new neurons? For years scientists thought neurogenesis stopped after early development. New research is changing that view. Explore how the brain’s adrenergic system may influence the growth of new neurons.
More details here: bit.ly/4yNp550
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Empathy in action. 🤝 Want a career that truly makes a difference? At SWOCC, our Human Services program (often called "Behavioral Health") gives you the skills and real-world experience to support others and build a compassionate future. Learn more at socc.edu/humanservices
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Follow the journey of the monarch butterfly!
Learn how monarchs are raised, tagged, released, and tracked as they migrate across the West, and how everyday citizen scientists can help follow these remarkable butterflies.
More details here: bit.ly/47eelAO
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Southwestern Oregon Community College is inviting the public to a free lecture in its STEAM Pathways Lecture Series focused on how the brain may generate new neurons in adulthood. bit.ly/4rya5ph
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Love science? 🔬 Study Chemistry at SWOCC! Small class sizes, expert instructors, and state-of-the-art labs provide a strong foundation for a wide range of STEM careers. Learn more at socc.edu/chemistry
ALT Image of two students looking through a test tube. Text on the left reads "Launch your STEM career! Study Chemistry. Learn More. socc.edu/chemistry" along with the SWOCC logo.
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Closing out week one by mapping it out!
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Geology students are learning to read, interpret, and create maps that are actually useful. Mapping places they choose themselves.
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It's a hands-on way to see how much a good map can reveal about a landscape.
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#FutureGeologist
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Week 1 and our Paramedic students are already taking the pulse of campus - literally! Staff were good sports volunteering to help students practice real patient assessments.
Interested in EMS/Paramedicine? More info here: bit.ly/3Vr36yY
#FutureParamedic #EMSTraining
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Launch your STEM career with Physics at SWOCC! 🚀 Small classes, hands-on experiments, and real research opportunities. Learn more at socc.edu/physics
ALT A SWOCC student outdoors holding a large balloon, with trees and a campus building in the background. Text on the left reads, "Launch your STEM career! Study Physics." Includes logo for Southwestern Oregon Community College and a button labeled "Learn More." Website link: socc.edu/physics.
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Another day in paradise! 🌱 🌤️
Today we caught Agroecology students and the Garden Club weeding and harvesting in the instructional greenhouse.
Learn more about our Agroecology degree: bit.ly/3PQJzGf
#Agroecology
#FutureFarmer
#sustainableagriculture
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Caught in the act of helping students:
Usual suspects Doug, Taylor & Michael, spotted doing what they do best in Dellwood Hall.
Confused? Lost? Overwhelmed?
Your Laker One Stop team has your back. Stop by and let them help smooth the way.
Day two, in the books.
#collegelife
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ALT Announcement for Southwestern Oregon Community College. Text reads, "Last day to register without instructor consent is Wed., September 16 for Fall Term." It features a megaphone graphic on bottom right corner, with the SWOCC logo underneath.
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Practical learning. Professional growth. 📈 SWOCC’s Business program gives you real-world skills, flexible options, and expert guidance to help you reach your goals—whether you're starting your own venture or planning to transfer. Explore more at socc.edu/business
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