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SOWELA Hosts Fall Career Fair of 50-Plus Employers for Students and Alumni


(Lake Charles, Louisiana – October 5, 2021)

On Wednesday, October 13, 2021, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, SOWELA Technical Community College will host a Fall Career Fair for students and alumni of the College in the Sycamore Student Center. More than 50 organizations will be on hand for this year’s fair, along with four-year university representatives and several branches of the military.

“The Career Fair is a great opportunity for our current students and alumni to learn more about career fields, job prospects, and network with potential employers. We invite any SOWELA alumni and students seeking employment to attend,” said Joseph W. Lavergne, Director of Recruitment/Career Planning and Placement.

Career Fair sponsors include ALCOA, Indorama Ventures, and ROSEN. A variety of organizations from different employment sectors will be in attendance, including hospitality; hospitals and health care organizations; local, state and federal agencies; insurance and financial services; and many more.

For more information, call (337) 421-6951 or email joseph.lavergne@sowela.edu.

About SOWELA Technical Community College

SOWELA Technical Community College provides traditional, online, and lifelong learning experiences and awards associate degrees, technical diplomas, and certificates. The College empowers learners in career and technical education and enables transfer students to pursue a four-year degree, so all learners excel as globally competitive citizens. The College has been educating the region’s workforce for more than 80 years and has locations in Jennings, Lake Charles and Oakdale, Louisiana.