New Student Orientation
We are thrilled that you chose Southwest Tech! The next step on your college journey is attending New Student Orientation!
New Student Orientation gives you all the tools you need to be successful at Southwest Tech, including:
- Receive and set up your Charger Tech 360 laptop.
- Learn how to use essential Academic Support Services at the Knox Learning Center.
- Meet your classmates and instructors.
- Learn about other student support services.
- Get your student ID.
- Order textbooks.
Fall 2026 New Student Orientation
Tuesday, July 21
- Agribusiness, Science, and Technology
- Artisanal Modern Meat Butchery
- Cosmetology
- Electrical Power Distribution
- Golf Course Management
- Nail Tech
Wednesday, July 22
- Accounting
- Building Trades – Carpentry
- Business Management
- CNC
- Dental Assistant
- Electro-Mechanical, Industrial Mechanical, Instrumentation
- Human Services Associate
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Surgical Technology
- Welding
Thursday, July 23
- Automotive Technician
- Criminal Justice
- Cyber Security & Network Technician
- Early Childhood Education & Childcare Services
- Agricultural Power & Equipment Technician
- Nursing
- Radiography
- University Transfer
Monday, August 10
- Online Programs 4-6
In-Person – SWTC Campus, Fennimore | Event Start – 8:30 AM
All times are in Central Standard Time Zone.
| TIME | SESSION |
|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | Welcome |
| 8:45 AM – 9:15 AM | Charger Tech 360 |
| 9:20 AM – 9:50 AM | Meet and Greet |
| 10 AM – 11 AM | Session 1 |
| 11:05 AM – 12:05 PM | Session 2 |
Online – Zoom (link emailed after sign-up) | Event Start – 4 PM
All times are in Central Standard Time Zone.
| TIME | SESSION |
|---|---|
| 4 PM | Welcome |
| 4:05 PM – 4:25 PM | Charger Tech 360 |
| 4:25 PM – 4:45 PM | Navigating Student Portal |
| 4:45 PM – 4:50 PM | Break |
| 4:50 PM – 5:20 PM | Schoology and Textbook 101 |
| 5:20 PM – 5:40 PM | Academic Support |
New Student Orientation Sign Up
It is extremely important to attend New Student Orientation to get ready for the first day of classes.
To sign up for Orientation, please check your SWTC student email or your personal email for a message from orientation@swtc.edu. That email includes all the details and the link to register.
If you cannot find the email, please contact Kaye Woodke at kwoodke@swtc.edu or call 608.822.2649.
Preparation for New Student Orientation
- Sign your Charger Tech 360 Laptop Agreement.
- Login to the Charger Tech 360 Portal to verify your information and sign the agreement. Use your @swtc.edu email address.
- Notify SWTC Staff about any accommodations.
- Email disabilityservices@swtc.edu with any accommodations you may need while attending New Student Orientation.
- Make an appointment with someone to complete your To Dos.
- Go to www.swtc.edu/appointments and make an appointment with departments on campus you have questions for or to complete your To Dos. Your To Dos can be found in your SWTC Student Portal.
Supporter Sessions
New Student Orientation is a day focused on you, the student. If you would like to bring a supporter/parent/spouse, please indicate that in your orientation registration. It is not required to have a supporter, but they are welcome. Keep in mind, your supporter will have their own sessions to attend and will not be with you during your orientation day.
Questions or Cannot Attend?
If you cannot attend your program orientation date, or have questions, contact the New Student Orientation Team.
Email: orientation@swtc.edu
Phone: (608) 822-3262 (for those with a hearing impairment: (608) 822-2072)