Last week we began demolition inside the former Goody’s corporate headquarters on Parkside Drive, to convert the office space into our new Parkside Centre Learning Site. We will occupy approximately 85,000 square feet in the property’s “west wing,” which includes a 200-seat auditorium. Read the rest of this entry »
New Space Equals New Opportunities
February 23rd, 2010 by Stephen A. South
When we built our signature building on Lonas Drive, it was such an increase in space I thought it would give us plenty of room to grow. Only four years later, we have filled that building and have been holding additional classes at a second location on Hayfield Road in West Knoxville.
That is why I am so excited about our new expansion plans. You may have heard the news that we will soon be moving into Parkside Centre, the former corporate headquarters of Goody’s Family Clothing on Parkside Drive. This facility is perfect for us: It has over 85,000 square feet of space for classrooms, labs and offices as well as a 200-seat auditorium. Read the rest of this entry »
20 Years and Growing
January 26th, 2010 by Stephen A. South
Twenty years may be a long time, but it has gone by in the blink of an eye. Read the rest of this entry »
South College Takes Exciting Step Forward
December 21st, 2009 by Stephen A. South
We received some great news for the future of South College this week – news that will benefit students for years to come. Read the rest of this entry »
First Physician Assistant Studies Students Earn Master’s Degrees
December 11th, 2009 by Stephen A. South
Dec. 19, 2009, is a banner day at South College.
It’s graduation day for our first 27 students to complete the Masters of Health Science degree in our Physician Assistant Studies program. This diverse group completed 15 months of classroom training followed by a 12-month clinical phase that included rotations all across East Tennessee. Read the rest of this entry »
A season of angels
November 24th, 2009 by Stephen A. South
As we reflect on our blessings in this season of giving thanks, many children and families right here in East Tennessee are not so fortunate. No child ever chooses to live in poverty, and no parent wants to be unable to provide a gift or toy for their child at Christmas time.
That’s why it warms my heart when groups like our Student Affairs Advisory Committee ask everyone to be “Someone’s Angel.” Read the rest of this entry »
A Day of Caring and Remembrance
September 8th, 2009 by Stephen A. SouthSept. 11 has become a day to reflect on the sacrifices people make to help one another. It is that caring spirit that brings us together.
That is the spirit we are celebrating at South College with our “Day of Caring,” observed each year on Sept. 11 in honor of those who lost their lives that day in 2001. This year we’re focusing on those whose lives depend on bone marrow donations.
Gary Taylor
We recently held a bone marrow donor drive to help expand the registry of potential donors through a national registry program called CAMP (Cooperative Appalachian Marrow Program). In addition, students are selling red, white and blue ribbons so that people can show their caring support. All the proceeds will go to the CAMP program.
Moodle Opens Options for Learning
September 1st, 2009 by Stephen A. South
Technology is everywhere. Whether it is Facebook, Skype, Twitter, or a blog like this one, we are now able to communicate in so many ways. And now Moodle is making the transfer of information at South College even easier.
We love to employ the best technology available. That’s why we have state-of-the-art classrooms and wireless Internet throughout our campus. That is also why we are so excited to incorporate Moodle into our curriculum.
Workforce Development is Our Priority
August 13th, 2009 by Stephen A. SouthOne of the primary factors a company looks for when deciding to build or expand is the quality of the area workforce. At South College, we work closely with industry leaders to tailor our curriculum to the jobs that are in demand.
Presidential Award Scholar Sets Great Example
July 23rd, 2009 by Stephen A. South
South College graduate Valerie Dale
Valerie Dale was a President’s List scholar during her time at South College. She was active and involved in school and full of enthusiasm. She also held a full time job and was raising two teenagers.
I am constantly impressed by our students here at South College –students like Valerie Dale.