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Class of 2025 celebrates their achievements

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! Enjoy this video recap of our commencement held on May 15 at the Landers Center. To see still photos, visit our Flickr website at: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCeJ53. Way to go, Saluqis! 

 

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Fall Semester Registration is Open!

Whether you are a new or returning student, jumpstart your schedule for fall semester and register for classes early. Students must meet with an academic advisor prior to registration. For a list of summer, fall and short-term classes, check out the 2025 - 2026 Academic Calendar .

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Southwest turns 25 this year; let's honor the past and build new memories together

This year marks our 25th Anniversary! On July 1, we turn 25 years old! Get ready to reminisce and reimagine new memories with Southwest in the coming months with special events we have planned for our alumni, students and employees, community partners and you! Flip through our digital calendar of events above. For more information, please visit our 25th Anniversary webpage. #SW25 #Southwest25 

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Southwest celebrates historic commencement; first graduating class from MDHS to cross the stage
Forty-three seniors from Medical District High School made history by graduating as college sophomores during Southwest's 2025 Commencement on May 15. As part of a unique partnership between Southwest and Memphis-Shelby County schools, these students earned both a high school diploma and an associate degree in health science, IT or general studies. Read more here.   

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