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Fall Classes begin Aug. 24 Online and On Campus

 

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Drone Training Program Launches to Build Future-Ready Workforce

Southwest staff joined local leaders, educators and industry partners for the launch of  the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Flight Path: Shelby County Drone Training Program, a collaborative initiative aimed at preparing students for one of the nation’s fastest-growing career fields. Read more about it here

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Special Events

Pizza with Prez Fall 2025
Join President Dr. Tracy D. Hall for conversation and free pizza on Sept. 23

Southwest students are invited to join President Tracy D. Hall for conversation and free pizza on Sept. 23. The event will take place in person at the Union Avenue Campus and live streamed to the Macon Cove Campus, Whitehaven and Maxine A. Smith centers. Students are encouraged to share their ideas and concerns. 

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Mayor Paul Young connects with students during Town Hall discussion

Memphis Mayor Paul Young visited Southwest Tennessee Community College’s Union Avenue Campus on Sept. 2 for a Town Hall event that placed student voices front and center. Read more about it here.

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Southwest launches new Esports team
Southwest has launched a new sports team - E-Sports! If you love the thrill of gaming, this is your sport. Sign up today to become a member of the team. Scan the QR code or contact ajagers1@southwest.tn.edu.  
 

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More than 140 programs
to choose from, including degrees and certificates
Tuition-free
Tuition-free
for eligible high school graduates and adult learners
98.5% job placement rate
95% job placement rate
with 81% working in their field of study
19:1
19:1
student to faculty ratio
19:1
Half the cost
Southwest tuition is half the cost of most state colleges and universities

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