Los Angeles Southwest College's (LASC) Fall Semester registration has started. Make sure students check out all the classes and get ahead by signing up for them as soon as possible. Fall Semester will be from August 29 to December 18. Read more.
America's Job Center of California will be having a South L.A. Job Fair from 1-4 p.m. August 31 in the Multipurpose Room 127 in the School of Career and Technical Education (SoCTE) building. Read more.
To better protect personal data of students and employees and to support the Los Angeles Community College District's (LACCD) effectiveness of phishing attacks, the District will require all LACCD students and employees to use Multifactor Authentication (MFA) at all times to access District email and Office365 applications. This means you will have to approve all "sign-ins" to your account using a second method after entering your password. Instructions to set up either method are on a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page, located at laccd.edu/mfa-faq.
UCLA's CCCP program is a transfer program that works to increase the academic preparation and competitiveness for community college transfer students, particularly those who are first generation, low-income or historically underrepresented applying to any University of California campus. Visit their website for information on their 2022-2023 Scholars Program.


Free Metro bus passes are available to LASC Students. This includes unlimited free rides on Metro bus and rail. Pick up yours from LASC's Bookstore in the Student Services Building on Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. as well as at LASC's Business Office in the Student Services Building, Room 103, on Fridays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Do you need a hotspot? If so, the Los Angeles Public Library's Hyde Park Branch has a Tech2go program that includes hotspots. Read more.
The inaugural class of the L.A. Southwest College Foundation’s Ladder Leadership Development Program is launching this Fall. This program promotes broad and deep leadership skills across areas including ethics, self-awareness, team awareness and project leadership. This $4,000 program is FREE to all LASC registered students. Students who join the monthly trainings will develop their leadership style, learn transferable leadership skills, network with business and community leaders, and earn a leadership certificate! Registration is open until Aug. 15. Learn more.
Did you attend LASC's Southwest Daze enrollment and orientation day on Saturday, July 16 on campus. The luau-themed, fun-filled day included music, food, and plenty of entertainment. Our dedicated support team shared all the steps to become a student and the many benefits of attending LASC, including our tuition-free Promise program. Check out photos from the event.
HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program is accepting applications for its next cohort, which is scheduled to begin in August. The required orientation to be considered for the program is on Saturday, July 23, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. This eight-week course introduces its local students to construction concepts and helps them develop skills that make them ready for union apprenticeships. Read more.
Are you feeling cooped up at home? Are you worried about things that are happening in the world or in your own family? Are you struggling to focus? LASC's Health Center is offering an opportunity for you to chat with others informally about your concerns and successes from 6-7 p.m. Wednesdays on Zoom. Read more.
The Dream Resource Center is hosting virtual office hours for Summer Sessions every Wednesday, from 11 a.m. to noon. Join them and receive immediate assistance. Read more.
The Student Success Center will be closed Monday, July 18, to Friday, July 22. Regular business hours will resume Monday, July 25.
LASC has a wealth of resources and support that it can offer all students and their families during this summer. This information is included in our Summer Session resource Guide. Read more.

For the latest news on COVID-19 and its impact on LACCD and LASC visit here. Los Angeles County 
Department of Public Health announcements can be viewed here. The Biden Administration has made rapid home COVID-19 tests available for order. You can place your order for free tests here.

LASC students can live chat with the college's support programs by visiting this link. Information on resources such as housing, Wi-Fi, and food accessibility are also available here.
LASC has initiated a hotline for
students to help them get answers to questions or concerns they might have related to LACCD or LASC operations as well as the impact of COVID-19. Contact the FreshDesk/FreshCaller hotline from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays to Fridays at (323) 274-1680 or by emailing
LASC's Health Center is available for students to ensure they maintain optimum mental and physical wellness. Student Health Services is solely supported by student health fee and offers many free and low-cost medical services to help you stay healthy. Read more.
LASC's Gateways program understands that students may encounter barriers such as homelessness or housing insecurity along their academic journey. Gateways looks forward to supporting you during challenging times. Read more.
If you need a laptop, LASC has loaner ones available here.
If you need some support with Canvas, this video gives an overview of how to navigate it. Also, Canvas has some helpful guides to answer your questions. Have more questions about Canvas? Email LASC-DEhelpdesk@lasc.edu.
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