Bass Fishing Club
A competitive club sport team for students interested in bass fishing, competing against teams from other colleges.
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Dowagiac, MI
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Chamber Singers
A select vocal ensemble for more experienced singers. The group performs multiple times throughout the semester.
Tryout required
Council of Clubs
The governing body for all officially recognized student clubs and organizations at SMC. The council provides organization, funding, and support for club activities and is composed of student representatives from each club.
Invite only
Esports Team
A competitive team that competes in games like Rocket League and Valorant in the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE) and the National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC).
Open to all
Men's Ensemble
A for-credit choral ensemble specifically for male voices. The group performs multiple times throughout the semester.
Open to all
Men's Flag Football Club
A competitive men's flag football team that plays against teams from other colleges.
Open to all
New Student Orientation
Required orientation sessions for new students to learn about college resources, degree requirements, and register for classes with an academic advisor.
Regular commitment
Roadrunner Ready
A summer program designed to prepare incoming students for the transition to college life at SMC.
Open to all
Resources & spaces
Academic Advising and Resource Center (AARC)
The primary resource for degree planning, class registration, transfer options, and career opportunities. Students work with an academic advisor throughout their time at SMC.
Open to all
Career Development Office
Provides comprehensive support for students in exploring and securing internships and employment. Services include résumé development, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
Open to all
Carole A. Tate Teaching and Learning Center
Offers free subject-specific tutoring and academic support for all SMC students, both in-person and online. Also provides help with study strategies, time management, and technology.
Open to all
Mental Health Support (BetterMynd)
SMC provides free and confidential teletherapy sessions for students through a partnership with BetterMynd, allowing students to connect with counselors online.
Open to all
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Life in Dowagiac for Southwestern Michigan College Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Dowagiac.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$600
Cost of Living Index
82
Student Population
1,600
City Transportation
Walkability
45
Bikeability
40
Public Transit
Dowagiac Dial-A-Ride (demand-response bus), Amtrak Wolverine line
Nearest Airports
South Bend International Airport, Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
47.5°F
Avg Snowfall
68 in
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Southwestern Michigan College
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
Showing 9 of 9 known dorm and housing options.
Broadhurst Hall
Room types: private suite, double suite
Cole Hall
Room types: single, double
Jerdon Hall
Room types: private bedroom, shared bedroom, two-person suite, four-person suite
Other on-campus residence hall(s) at Southwestern Michigan College
Room types: private bedroom, shared bedroom, two-person suite, four-person suite
Other Residence Halls (unnamed)
Capacity: 367
Room types: private bedroom, shared bedroom
Reid Hall
Room types: studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom
Sutton Hall
Room types: single suite, double suite
The residence halls / apartment-style suites
Room types: private bedroom, shared bedroom
Wallingford Hall
Room types: single, double
Campus Details
Academic System
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Email Domain
@southwesternmichigan.edu
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