As superintendent/president of Southwestern College, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the resilience and perseverance of our staff, students and surrounding community in the face of unprecedented financial and community health turmoil. Yet resiliency alone cannot overcome the barriers many people in our region face on a daily basis.Coupled with inflation
Unfortunately, obtaining an education is not an easy journey for many of our local students. With the high cost of living, many work full-time jobs to stay afloat. Some travel for miles to attend classes and others seek help for housing and basic needs resources. In order for our students, especially our students of color and those who reside in Tijuana, to complete their education, we have to increase access to the resources they need to thrive.
, according to a 2021 report. And last semester, the opening of our Public Safety Training Center offered students the ability to learn about fire technology, fire service and fire protection as they prepare for entry-level hiring examinations.
Is this like, copied-and-pasted right out of page 1 of the Southwestern College pamphlet?