Associate of Applied Science in Paraprofessional Education

Sisseton Wahpeton College is a dynamic learning environment whose heart is student achievement. Helping our students attain their goals and dreams is what brings us to work. Our commitment to the following 4 C's makes us a unique place to grow, learn and explore:

Culture: The millennia old culture and traditions of the Dakota people is a priceless human asset and is woven into everything we do. We maintain that cultural, spiritual and educational growth is intertwined and inseparable. It is this blending that has made the Dakota culture effective, adaptable and enduring. It is our goal to enable students to be knowledgeable, committed custodians of the culture.
Diana Canku, President

Community: The worth of individuals is measured by what they contribute to their community, family and nation rather than by what they take away. SWC seeks to educate students to be productive, socially responsible individuals with an understanding of their place in the local and global community. SWC is committed to the total involvement of the community and extended family in the student's education.

Creativity: At SWC, we celebrate the potential of the creative individual. It is our goal to provide a supportive and stimulating educational experience that fosters creativity, creative thinking and innovation. The issues of tomorrow will be different than those of today. Our students will be ready.

Challenge: We seek to challenge students mentally through a strong academic program. We challenge them to be caring, educated and contributing members of their community. We also challenge students to be strong enough to achieve all their goals in a changing society. The tasks we present our students will prepare them for the changing future of Native America and the world.

This 4C approach (Culture, Community, Creativity and Challenge) sets the stage to prepare SWCC students for lifelong learning and achievement. We welcome you to become a part of it.