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Scoop
Scoop
2021
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Student Technology Toolkit is new Saluqis tech hub
A variety of software applications and online resources are just a click away for students who use the new Student Technology Toolkit developed by Southwest Information Technology Services. From how to obtain a campus ID badge to finding jobs to...
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Southwest’s first ombudsperson offers students guidance and self-advocacy
Southwest appointed its first-ever ombudsperson March 1. Harry L. Taylor will help students navigate the College’s policies and procedures and address their challenges and concerns.
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POLICY MATTERS: Providing a harassment and discrimination-free environment is the law
The United States Department of Education (DOE) published a letter May 26 expressing concern about increased harassment and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals. In the letter, the DOE reminded institutions such as Southwest...
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Saluqis conference champs; Lady Saluqis runner up
The men’s basketball team defeated rival Cleveland State Community College 70-59 in overtime play April 10 in Gallatin, Tennessee, to clinch the conference championship that gave them an automatic bid to national NJCAA tournament in Hutchinson,...
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Saluqis shine during awards season
Southwest Saluqis wrapped up seasons on the hardwood and baseball diamond with plenty of hardware this year. Saluqis basketball came away with two of the Tennessee Community College Athletic Association's (TCCAA) major awards, as well as three...
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Historic 2021 commencement celebrates grit; Debuts Southwest alma mater
The 2021 Commencement held May 1 at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium celebrated many firsts for the Southwest. It was the first time the College held an outdoor commencement, the first graduation of the inaugural class of the Funeral Service Education...