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SWIC Art student displaying work in Art Saint Louis invitational show

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Congratulations to Southwestern Illinois College Art student Madeline Field, 24, of Highland, who will exhibit one of her paintings in the Varsity Art XXVI Exhibition at Art Saint Louis March 4-31.

Field, who is seeking her Associate in Fine Arts – Art at SWIC, will be among 44 students from 23 regional colleges and universities in Missouri and Illinois in the 26th annual invitational exhibition.   

Art Saint Louis is a nonprofit community art organization and gallery dedicated to enriching lives through the creative activity of the region’s contemporary visual artists. Varsity Art XXVI is a multi-media exhibit including ceramics, digital media, drawing, mixed media, painting, paper, photography, printmaking, and sculpture.

The gallery, located at 1223 Pine St. in St. Louis, is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition to presenting this exhibition in-person in the Art Saint Louis Gallery, the show will be presented as a virtual gallery online. Visit artstlouis.org for details.

A closing reception for the exhibition is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, March 31, 5-7 p.m.

The Art Saint Louis Gallery is free & open to the public. No appointment required. Masks are required.

One artist’s work from the exhibit will be selected for an Award of Excellence as an Outstanding artwork. The award-winning artist will be eligible to submit work for Art Saint Louis’ Honor Awards 2024 curated exhibit, a special 10-artist show only open to the Award-winning artists who receive Awards of Excellence in our 2022 exhibits.

For more information about the SWIC Art program, visit swic.edu/art.

SWIC PMT Program receives national accreditation renewal

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Once again, Southwestern Illinois College Industrial Training programs have shown their mettle in metal.

The SWIC Precision Machining Technology program received reaccreditation from the National Institute for Metalworking Skills recently. This accreditation signifies that the SWIC programs maintain industry standards for machinist training.

It is the third consecutive time SWIC has received the accreditation since the standard was established by NIMS in 2009. Accreditation will last through 2026.

“We’ve worked hard to make sure our students receive the state-of-the-art training needed to work in industry,” said Industrial Technology Program Coordinator Mark Bosworth. “We’re proud to continue to work with NIMS to maintain our accreditation.”

SWIC offers an Associate in Applied Science degree in Precision Machining Technology, plus certificates in CNC Machining, Mastercam software, SolidWorks software and Advanced CNC Programming, Precision Machining Technology.

SWIC is rated highly in all eight evaluation criteria: Program Purpose; Facilities; Equipment, Tooling, and Measuring Devices; Program Features; Administration and Management; Instructional Staff; Student Credentials; and Program Advisory Committee.

SWIC programs will maintain their NIMS Machining Level I National Standard rating. Additionally, students can use their training at SWIC to earn NIMS machining credentials.

For more information on SWIC Industrial Technology programs, call 618-931-0600, ext. 7475.

Explore the Western Frontiers or the American Riviera with PSOP in 2022

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Dreaming of your next big adventure? Let Southwestern Illinois College Programs and Services for Older Persons help make it a reality! Plan to attend the Travelogue program on Tuesday, Feb.15 at 10 a.m. at PSOP, 201 N. Church St., Belleville. Masks/face covering will be required for the travelogue program.

The meeting will highlight the following excursions:

Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone, and Western Frontiers – Aug. 3-11, 2022

Discover picturesque landmarks of north Wyoming and the western part of South Dakota. The nine-day, eight-night trip includes roundtrip airfare from St. Louis, motorcoach transportation, 12 meals, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary, eight nights lodging, hotel transfers, travel insurance, baggage handling and a professional tour director.

Highlights of the adventure include visiting several national parks such as Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone. Also, view the Crazy Horse Memorial, a mountainside sculpture of the famous Oglala chief; travel to Deadwood and visit the haunted Devil’s Tower National Monument. Explore the Buffalo Bill Historical Center and much more during the PSOP Travelogue trip.

The cost starts at $4,349 per person, based on double occupancy.

The American Riviera – Nov. 6-12, 2022

Have you been dreaming of tropical sands, coral reefs, and island blue water?

Join PSOP for a journey to explore sunny Santa Barbara & The American Riviera. This unique excursion is jam-packed with things to do and features something for everyone. The eight-day, seven-night trip includes roundtrip airfare from St. Louis, round trip motorcoach transportation, nine meals, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary, roundtrip airport transfers, two excursions per-day, professional tour director, baggage handling and a travel protection plan.

Highlights of the activities include visiting the Reagan Library, the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Santa Ynez Valley Winery. Discover the history behind El Camino by traveling to the Old Mission Santa Barbra. While touring the town, individuals will be immersed in the seaside festivities and culture. Moving on to Santa Monica, experience a fascinating walking tour of the Queen Mary with local experts. Overall, the Santa Barbara and The American Riviera PSOP Travelodge trip will be one full of picturesque views and magical memories.

The cost starts at $3,999 per person, based on double occupancy

For more information or to reserve a seat to the Travelogue program, contact Group Travel Specialist Nancy Bauer at 618-234-4410, ext. 7020, or email at nancy.bauer@swic.edu.

SWIC Receives $1.2 Million Workforce Equity Grant for 2022

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A $1.2 million Workforce Equity Initiative Grant from the Illinois Community College Board will enable Southwestern Illinois College to continue offering its one-year career training programs in East St. Louis.

“We are excited to have another year to work with this population of students and help them change their lives” said Leonard “Gary” Cruise, East St. Louis Higher Education Center Program Outreach Coordinator/Site Administrator. “This grant has provided a chance for those who want to take charge of the direction that will push their families into a new start. All of the students who have participated in our programs have been very thankful.”

SWIC received a $1.4 million WEI grant in 2020 and a $1.2 million grant in 2021 to develop employment training programs to assist minorities in underserved communities. Those programs include certificates in Welding, Nurse Assistant, Food Service, Forklift Training, and Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Phlebotomy, Practical Nursing. Since 2019, 130 students have received credentials.

A Web Design certificate will be offered starting in fall 2022.

“This is an amazing opportunity to continue to make an impact in our local communities through the implementation of our Workforce Equity programming,” said Scott Queener, Ph.D., Director of Enrollment Development and Campus Operations. “The additional funding allows us to continue to offer specialized educational training that targets the current employment gaps in our workforce. As a result of this grant, we are able to expand our educational programs this year.”

In addition to program development, grant funds have allowed SWIC to purchase a food truck to teach a food service class and a mobile technical education trailer to teach precision machining in that community.

To help students start their new careers, SWIC has earmarked funds from the 2021 grant to provide a stipend to students who complete a certificate program and secure employment.

The award to SWIC is part of an $22.8 million ICCB grant to 18 community colleges throughout the state that serve African American and other minority populations.

For the full WEI report visit:  http://www.illinoiswei.org/.

To find out how you can sign up for one of the WEI career training programs, contact Cruise at 618-874-6595 or leonard.cruise@swic.edu.

Sloan’s Pub House

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Company: Bar and Grill

Wait time:

20 M

Price range:

$$

Time spent:

1 HR

$ – under $10 / $$ – $10 to $20 / $$$ – $21 or more

Location(s)

City Phone Address
Collinsville, IL 62234 (618) 855-9100 119 W Main St, Collinsville, IL 62234

Hours:

Monday – Thursday 11 AM – 1 AM
Friday 11 AM – 2 AM
Saturday 10 AM – 2 AM
Sunday 10 AM – 1 AM

Hours may change, please check the business page for updates.

Website

Services

Accepts

Cash, Card, Visa

Parking

Private lot

Noise Level

High level

Wi-Fi

Yes

Accessible

Wheelchair, blind, deaf

Pets

Service Animals Only

Attire

Casual

Restrooms 

Provided

Student Discounts

N/A

Entertainment

Yes

In-person visits

Yes

Open to All

Yes

In-Store Shopping

N/A

COVID-19 Measures

Masks Required

No

Outdoor Seating

Open

Curbside pickup

No

Social distancing

Required 6 ft

Temperature checks

No

Cleaning

Very clean

Sit-down Space

Open

Sanitizer

Bring your own

Staff wears masks

Yes

Susie’s Restaurant

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Cuisine : Comfort food

Wait time:

20 M

Price range:

$$

Time spent:

2 Hr

$ – under $10 / $$ – $10 to $20 / $$$ – $21 or more

Location(s)

City Phone Address
 Red Bud, IL 62278 (618) 282-3800 133 E Market St, Red Bud, IL 62278

Hours:

Monday  
Tuesday  
Wednesday  
Thursday  
Friday – Saturday  
Sunday  

Hours may change, please check the business page for updates.

Website

Services

Accepts

Cash, Card, Visa ,Debt / Check / Cash only

Parking

Private lot / Bike parking lot

Noise Level

High level / Normal / Low

Wi-Fi

Yes / no

Accessible

Wheelchair, blind, deaf / no

Pets

Service Animals Only / Pet friendly / pet friendly outdoors

Attire

Casual

Restrooms 

Provided / not provided / Employee’s only / Family restrooms

Student Discounts

No / yes / NA

Entertainment

Yes

In-person visits

Yes

Open to All

Yes / no / adult only

COVID-19 Measures

Masks Required

Yes /No/ Up to you

Outdoor Seating

Open / Closed

Curbside pickup

No/ Yes

Social distancing

Required 6 ft / No

Temperature checks

Yes/ No

Cleaning

Very clean

Sit-down Space

Open / Closed

Sanitizer

Bring your own / Provided

Staff wears masks

Yes / No

O’Fallon Community Food Pantry

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Cuisine : Food Pantry

Wait time:

N/A

Price range:

N/A

Time spent:

30 M

$ – under $10 / $$ – $10 to $20 / $$$ – $21 or more

Location(s)

City Phone Address
O’Fallon (618) 624-7040 O’Fallon First United Methodist Church, 504 E. Hwy 50

Hours:

Monday 9:00 am – noon
Tuesday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Hours may change, please check the business page for updates.

Website

Services

Accepts

Cash, Card, Visa ,Debt

Parking

Private lot

Noise Level

Normal

Wi-Fi

Yes

Accessible

Wheelchair, blind, deaf

Pets

Service Animals Only

Attire

Casual

Restrooms 

Provided

Student Discounts

Yes

Entertainment

Yes

In-person visits

Yes

Open to All

Yes

COVID-19 Measures

Masks Required

Yes

Outdoor Seating

Open

Curbside pickup

Yes

Social distancing

Required 6 ft

Temperature checks

No

Cleaning

Very clean

Sit-down Space

Open

Sanitizer

Bring your own

Staff wears masks

Yes

Collinsville Area Meals on wheels

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Cuisine : Food Pantry

Wait time:

N/A

Price range:

N/A

Time spent:

30 M

$ – under $10 / $$ – $10 to $20 / $$$ – $21 or more

Location(s)

City Phone Address
Collinsville Maryville  618-345-7779 Hand delivered to the door.

Hours:

Monday 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Friday 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Hours may change, please check the business page for updates.

Website

Services

Accepts

Cash, Card, Visa ,Debt

Parking

Private lot

Noise Level

Normal

Wi-Fi

Yes

Accessible

Wheelchair, blind, deaf

Pets

Service Animals Only

Attire

Casual

Restrooms 

Provided

Student Discounts

Yes

Entertainment

Yes

In-person visits

Yes

Open to All

Yes

COVID-19 Measures

Masks Required

Yes

Outdoor Seating

Open

Curbside pickup

Yes

Social distancing

Required 6 ft

Temperature checks

No

Cleaning

Very clean

Sit-down Space

Open

Sanitizer

Bring your own

Staff wears masks

Yes

La Bella Rosa Boutique

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Cuisine : Women’s clothing store

Wait time:

5 M

Price range:

$$

Time spent:

20 M

$ – under $10 / $$ – $10 to $20 / $$$ – $21 or more

Location(s)

City Phone Address
Columbia, IL 62236 1(314) 440-0039 109 N Main St, Columbia, IL 62236

Hours:

Sunday – Monday Closed
Tuesday 11 AM – 6 PM
Wednesday 11 AM – 6 PM
Thursday 11 AM – 6 PM
Friday  11 AM – 6 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM

Hours may change, please check the business page for updates.

Website

Services

Accepts

Cash, Card, Visa ,Debt / Check / Cash only

Parking

Private lot

Noise Level

Normal

Wi-Fi

no

Accessible

Wheelchair, blind, deaf

Pets

Service Animals Only

Attire

Casual

Restrooms 

Provided

Student Discounts

No

Entertainment

Yes

In-person visits

Yes

Open to All

Yes

COVID-19 Measures

Masks Required

Yes

Outdoor Seating

Open

Curbside pickup

No

Social distancing

Required 6 ft

Temperature checks

No

Cleaning

Very clean

Sit-down Space

Open

Sanitizer

Bring your own

Staff wears masks

Yes

Nothing Bundt Cakes

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Cuisine : Restaurant

Wait time:

10 M

Price range:

$$

Time spent:

20 M

$ – under $10 / $$ – $10 to $20 / $$$ – $21 or more

Location(s)

City Phone Address
Fairview Heights, IL 62208 618-416-8002 5915 N Illinois St, Fairview Heights, IL 62208

Hours:

Monday 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday  9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM

Hours may change, please check the business page for updates.

Website

Services

Accepts

Cash, Card, Visa ,Debt / Check / Cash only

Parking

Private lot

Noise Level

Normal

Wi-Fi

Yes

Accessible

Wheelchair, blind, deaf

Pets

Service Animals Only

Attire

Casual

Restrooms 

not provided

Student Discounts

No

Entertainment

Yes

In-person visits

Yes

Open to All

Yes

COVID-19 Measures

Masks Required

Yes

Outdoor Seating

Closed

Curbside pickup

Yes

Social distancing

Required 6 ft

Temperature checks

Yes

Cleaning

Very clean

Sit-down Space

Open

Sanitizer

Bring your own

Staff wears masks

Yes