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November 18, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Courtesy Photo submitted

The mind-blowing 鈥淢athemagician鈥 Dr. Arthur Benjamin will put on a free show at 9 a.m. on Nov. 25 in the Fine Arts Auditorium at SWAG合集.

Benjamin has appeared on many television and radio programs including The Today Show, CNN, The Colbert Report, and National Public Radio. He has been profiled in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, USA Today, People Magazine and more.

Great Bend Tribune
Published November 17, 2019

The drought monitor shows an expansion of the abnormally dry areas in Western and South Central Kansas, mostly into Northwest Kansas.听 While not one hundred percent finished, harvest is wrapping up and the promised weather over this coming week should help.听 Compared to the struggles of other areas of the Midwest and Great Plains, Kansas has fared well in harvesting summer crops and planting the 2020 wheat crop.听 Now for today鈥檚 topic 鈥 Surpluses and Shortages.

November 14, 2019
Story by Brandon Steinert

The SWAG合集 50th Anniversary Open House reception was a hit with at least 500 guests on campus throughout the day.

Now the college turns to focus on honoring the class of 1971, the first graduating class, with a reception set for 6-8 p.m. on Friday, December 6 in the Shafer Art Gallery, featuring heavy hors d鈥檕euvres, entertainment and camaraderie, and a short presentation beginning at 6:30 p.m.

November 11, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert

The SWAG合集 Music Department will present a student recital at 4 p.m. November 20 in the Dorothy Moses Morrison Chapel, which is located in the Fine Arts Building.

November 11, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert

The SWAG合集 Fine and Performing Arts Department invites听the community to enjoy nostalgic, holiday-themed entertainment at its annual Holiday Concert at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 2 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.

鈥淭he Holiday Concert is a great event to bring the whole family to,鈥 Director of Instrumental Activities Dr. Luis Palacios said. 鈥淔amilies can expect to have a great time enjoying the arts and connecting with the community.鈥

November 11, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Courtesy Photos Submitted

Musicians can become a professional performer with a college music degree, but there are more options out there for people who want to work with music every day but may not necessarily want to be a performer.

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November 5, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska

SWAG合集 dance class students will present "Dancing Around the World" at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 in Studio 34 on the southeast corner of the SWAG合集 campus. Admission to this event is free. However, a free-will donation at the door is appreciated to help fund student dancer travel and costumes. Refreshments will be served.

November 5, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert

Tickets and sponsorships are now available for the SWAG合集 Jingle Bell Swing Big-Band Holiday Dance Fundraiser, where guests can enjoy dancing and music by a live 鈥渂ig band鈥 from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Best Western Angus Inn Courtyard, 2920 10th Street. Heavy hors d鈥檕euvres and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.