SOWELA Technical Community College has been educating the region’s workforce since 1940 when it first opened its doors to students. The college was created by an act of the Louisiana State Legislature in 1938 and has been known by several different names since it was established. The College offers 25 programs and awards associate degrees, technical diplomas, and certificates. SOWELA Technical Community College is a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System and under the governance of the Louisiana Board of Regents. The main campus is located in Lake Charles, La, along with the Morgan Smith Site in Jennings, La. SOWELA Technical Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Compliance Officer, 3820 Sen. J. Bennett Johnston Ave., Lake Charles, La 70615, 337-421-6565 or 800-256-0483, complianceofficer@sowela.edu.