Official Newsletter

Welcome to the official newsletter for students, employees and friends of Southwest Tennessee Community College. Get the scoop on Southwest events, activities and accomplishments!

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Summer 2025 Edition

MLGW Summer Experience, Graduation 2025

This summer, 58 Memphis-Shelby County Schools high school students didn’t just take a break—they took a bold step toward their future. Through the Memphis Light, Gas & Water (MLGW) Summer Experience, these students earned certificates in high-demand...

Pictured with Southwest President Dr. Tracy D. Hall (center, group photo) are faculty, staff, and industry representatives: Chuck Thomas, Chief Government and External Relations Officer; Patsy Fancher, Chair of the Department of Communication, Graphic and Fine Arts; Ned Canty, General Director of Opera Memphis; Dr. Carol Ash, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Workforce Development; Rico Parker, student in the Theater Program; Tiffanie Grier, Programs Officer at The Assisi Foundation of Memphis; Darrell Thomas, Chair of The Southwest Foundation; Dr. Jan Young, Executive Director of The Assisi Foundation; Brett Batterson, President & CEO of The Orpheum Theatre-Memphis; and Michael Detroit, Executive Director of Playhouse on the Square.

$500,000 Grant Awarded to Revitalize Theater and Recording Studio

Southwest Tennessee Community College is the perfect choice for individuals aspiring to become production professionals in the theater and recording industry. Southwest received a $500,000 grant award from The Assisi Foundation of Memphis for the...

MLGW Summer Bootcamps Applauded by Memphis City Council, Southwest Partnership Key

The Memphis City Council heard a presentation by Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) President Doug McGowan highlighting the impact of its summer bootcamp partnership with Southwest and Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) during their July 8 council...

Burress Hired as New Director of Academic Support Center

Dr. Briana Burress has been hired as the new Director of the Academic Support Center, where she will lead initiatives focused on equitable access, holistic student services, and collaborative campus partnerships. She begins her new role on Aug. 1.

President Dr. Tracy D. Hall, senior staff, and scholar recipient accept a $200,000 gift from the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis, presented by President/CEO Shante Avent and Patria Johnson, Senior Director of Grants and Programs.

$200K Gift Made to Southwest to Address Students’ Financial Barriers

The challenge of getting a college degree can go beyond getting the grades. For many students, it’s the challenge of paying for tuition, books, and financing other barriers that get in the way of success. Thanks to a $200,000 gift from the Women’s...