Happy 4th of July!

All SWC Libraries are closed Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Regular hours resume on Tuesday, July 5, 2016.

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Credo or Wikipedia?

Wikipedia is great for quick information -- but is there something even better?

Credo Reference

What do you do with it?
Look up any topic -- just like Wikipedia -- and get a brief overview.

What is it?
Information from published reference books organized into the tidbits you need.

What's the difference?

• Credo Reference is likely to be more accurate. The publisher already double-checked the facts and citations for you.
• Credo Reference is more objective. Before anything gets published, it's checked for bias and consistency.
• Credo Reference is more credible. Wikipedia's authors are anonymous; but, with Credo you can check the credentials of authors and discover why they are considered to be experts.

Use Credo Reference for your academic assignments. It's easy!

1. Go to the SWC Library's Articles and Databases page.
2. Click on Credo Reference (#2 on the list)
3. If you are off campus, enter your WebAdvisor ID and birthdate.
4. Voila! Search anything.

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The Beach at Trouville

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Closed July 4

All SWC Libraries are closed Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Regular hours resume on Tuesday, July 5, 2016.

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We're a cool place to study.

It's officially summer! Need a cool place to study?

We're open 8 am - 6 pm, Monday - Thursday this summer at the main campus Library.

Haven't registered to vote yet?

It's easy!

California Online Voter Registration
http://registertovote.ca.gov/

Want to vote by mail? Here is more information from the State of California Secretary of State Office:
Vote by Mail - FAQs

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Body Combat - Free Class!

The Higher Education Center at San Ysidro is hosting a free session: "Body Combat: Learn How to Defend Yourself."

Date: Thursday, June 23
Time: 1:30 pm- 3 pm
Location:  
HECSY; Rm. 5103/5104
460 W. San Ysidro Blvd.
San Ysidro, California 92173

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Living Trusts: 3-hour Class

Continuing Education is a great way to sharpen your skills or learn something new!

On Saturday, June 18, SWC is offering a continuing education class which covers living trusts and family inheritance (fee is $35).

Living Trust -- Family Inheritance (CS 68-50)
 

In this three-hour seminar you can learn how to protect your assets so they go directly to your family and not to costly attorney fees!

Proper planning is essential for anyone who owns a home, has a spouse, children, or dependents. Learn how living trusts work and can help your family avoid probate. Find out how to preserve and monitor assets and how a trust can also serve as a tax shelter for large estates. Insight on the value of Durable Powers of Attorney will be explained.

Instructor: Sami Martinez, is an attorney and estate planner practicing exclusively in the areas of wills and trusts, trust administration, probate, and charitable giving. 3 hours. Room 1685B

Date: 6/18/2016 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cost: $35.00

Registration: How to Register for a Fee Class 

Location:  

Room 1685B

Southwestern College
900 Otay Lakes Rd
Chula Vista, California 91910

#WeAreOrlando Vigil on Tuesday

Join @swc_aso Tuesday, June 14, at noon for a vigil in solidarity and in honor of the #OrlandoShooting victims. #WeAreOrlando

We are open!

Summer is here and SWC Libraries are open!

SWC Library Summer Hours: June 6 - August 4, 2016

Main Campus Library:
Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 6 pm
Friday - Sunday: Closed

HEC National City Library:
Monday: 9 am - 12 pm
Tuesday: 4 pm - 6 pm
Wednesday: 12 pm - 3 pm
Thursday - Sunday: Closed

HEC Otay Mesa Library:
Monday: 1 pm - 5 pm
Tuesday: 11 am - 5 pm
Wednesday: 9 am - 1 pm
Thursday - Sunday: Closed

HEC San Ysidro Library (June 13 - July 28):
Monday: 9 am - 12 pm
Tuesday: 9 am - 12 pm
Wendesday: 1 pm - 5 pm
Thursday - Sunday: Closed

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Library closed? We're still here!

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Summer classes begin June 13

It's not too late to enroll for a summer class or two! Many classes begin Monday, June 13. Take a look at the Summer Class Schedule and visit the Counseling Center to get your education plan organized and up-to-date!

June is National Camping Month

Stop by the Library to see our display -- we have books, e-books, articles and videos all about camping and planning your next adventure.

Books are available for check out for four weeks with your SWC photo ID card. Electronic resources such as e-books and articles are available for free to all currently-enrolled students, faculty, and staff.

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Vote Today!

Take the time to make your voice heard.

• Polls are open 7 am - 8 pm in California.

• Not sure where to go to vote? Find your polling place.

• Learn more about what's on the ballot in the June 7, 2016 State of California Voter Information Guide.

Your vote counts!

Welcome to Summer Session!

SWC Libraries are open and we are ready to help!

SWC Library Summer Hours: June 6 - August 4, 2016

Main Campus Library:
Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 6 pm
Friday - Sunday: Closed

HEC National City Library:
Monday: 9 am - 12 pm
Tuesday: 4 pm - 6 pm
Wednesday: 12 pm - 3 pm
Thursday - Sunday: Closed

HEC Otay Mesa Library:
Monday: 1 pm - 5 pm
Tuesday: 11 am - 5 pm
Wednesday: 9 am - 1 pm
Thursday - Sunday: Closed

HEC San Ysidro Library (Open June 13 - July 28):
Monday: 9 am - 12 pm
Tuesday: 9 am - 12 pm
Wendesday: 1 pm - 5 pm
Thursday - Sunday: Closed

Have a question? Ask a librarian, 24/7!

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Taking an Online Class?

Join us for an hour for a free orientation!

We will go over what you need to know to be an online or hybrid student. We will also introduce you to using Blackboard, your course management system.

No need to sign up, just be on time.

See you there!