News From Southwest


Southwest's Automotive Program Trains Highly Skilled Technicians

The Southwest Automotive Technology Program trains qualified students to help meet the employment challenges of the technically-evolving automotive industry. The program is a comprehensive two-year program leading to careers in the automotive service...

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Community Health and Carnival Day Hosted by Southwest Tennessee Community College Maxine A. Smith Center

Southwest Tennessee Community College will host a community health and carnival day on March 30. This event will bring awareness to students and the community about living healthier lifestyles and introduce the community to local businesses. The...

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Key and Middlebrooks Named First Team All-TCCAA, Three Others Voted to Second Team

Five members of Southwest Tennessee Community College's men's and women's basketball teams were voted by the conference's coaches to the All- team including two first team selections.

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Saluqi Men Get Impressive Win Over Chattanooga State to Move to Quarterfinals

It was prime time and the moment of truth for the Saluqis and they responded with a convincing 91-77 win over the same Chattanooga State team they had beaten in the season's conclusion on Feb 25, and by almost the same score.

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Governor Haslam to Deliver Commencement Address at Southwests 2017 Graduation

“We are honored that Governor Haslam will be our 2017 Commencement Speaker”, says Southwest President, Dr. Tracy Hall. “His leadership has propelled education reform in the State of Tennessee into a national model and Southwest is committed...

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Southwest Women Gain First Win in TCCAA Tournament Over Roane

The first quarter had a dearth of scoring with Roane taking a 7-6 lead at the end of the first quarter. By haltime the Lady Saluqis had taken the lead back 19-18 with the first half box revealing that both teams combined for only 3 free throws and...

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Southwest Early College High School Host Information Sessions

For parents seeking new education opportunities for their children, Southwest Early College High School (SECHS) is conducting information sessions designed to inform the public about the school and to recruit potential students. Information sessions...

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Southwest Basketball Teams To Compete For Region Championship, National Tournament Berth

The Southwest Tennessee Community College men's and women's basketball teams will travel to Morristown, Tennessee March 6-10 to compete in the Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA)/National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)...

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Southwest Tennessee Community College Reopens Welding Program to Certified Success

Maquayle Britt, 27, was looking for a new start when he entered the Southwest Tennessee Welding Program in September 2016.

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Southwest is Perched High Among Military Friendly Schools

Victory Media, the premier media entity for military personnel transitioning into civilian life, named Southwest Tennessee Community College to the coveted Military Friendly Schools® list for 2017 and awarded Southwest “Gold” status.

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