Each month in Southern Digest, our campus newsletter, we give students and faculty an opportunity to offer public thanks to someone who has been a key to their success.
Usually, the person praised is surprised at the mention. (more…)
Archive for the ‘Students’ Category
Say “YES” to opportunity
Friday, December 23rd, 2011 by Stephen A. South
PA professional and radio talk show host Lisa D’Andrea-Lenell encourages graduates to use the skills and knowledge learned at South College to take up the torch as the next generation of physician assistants and say “Yes!” to every opportunity during the recent graduation ceremonies at the Tennessee Theatre.
At South College’s Class of 2011 Physician Assistant Studies graduation ceremony on Saturday, I had the privilege to shake the hands of 50 students as they walked across the stage, received their Masters in Health Science degree and began a new life as a medical professional. In addition, a white coat ceremony was held for the 58 students in the Class of 2012 who are moving on to the clinical portion of their study of medicine. (more…)
There are angels among us
Monday, November 21st, 2011 by Stephen A. South
South College has a heart for community service. It is something we encourage, but our students really take up the cause and run with it.
One of the ways we help during the holidays is through our Angel Tree project. The Student Advisory Committee, a group of students that work closely with our faculty in helping guide the direction of our school, heads up this effort each year. (more…)
Erin Donovan dares to be a guest lecturer
Thursday, June 2nd, 2011 by Stephen A. South
Norman Hammitt (left) welcomes Erin Donovan (right) as guest lecturer in his public relations class.
Guest lecturers are a great learning tool. The first-hand experiences they bring to the classroom give students another perspective on the value of what they are learning.
Local television personality Erin Donovan treated Norman Hammitt’s public relations class to a discussion about the important relationship between those in the public relations field and members of the media. (more…)
Criminal Justice Program builds great foundation
Tuesday, May 10th, 2011 by Stephen A. South
One of the many fascinating fields of study we have here at South College is our criminal justice program.
In June 2011, Rebecca Doell graduated from South College with her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. She was our bachelor’s program honor graduate.
Upon graduation, Rebecca was hired by the Knoxville Police Department as an evidence technician and was soon accepted to the National Forensic Academy. This is a training program at the University of Tennessee Law Enforcement Innovation Center in Oak Ridge. Law enforcement professionals from all over the country attend this program for the latest in cybercrime, homeland security and forensic training. (more…)
New West Campus gets two thumbs up!
Friday, May 6th, 2011 by Stephen A. South
As we near the end of our first semester at the new state-of-the-art West Campus facility, we are hearing rave reviews from faculty and students alike.
It was a remarkable transformation converting the entire west wing of the former Goody’s corporate office building, 85,000 square feet, into classrooms and functional learning environments. But the effort has paid off. (more…)
Grand Celebration Rings in the New Campus
Thursday, April 21st, 2011 by Stephen A. South
Recently, school bells rang in the opening of our new West Campus, the Parkside Learning Center. I was proud to welcome nearly 200 friends, including elected officials, community leaders and staff members to our new state-of-the-art facility on Parkside Drive. (more…)
Annie’s got Seoul
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by Stephen A. South
South College students follow their dreams to the most exciting and interesting places. Take Annie Coxon, for example.
Annie considers herself a wandering soul, always looking for adventure. Though she has lived in California, South Carolina, Maryland, Oregon, Germany, Georgia, and Tennessee, she is proud to call herself a Tennessean and a graduate of South College. After completing her degree in elementary education and receiving her teaching license in Knoxville, she set out to search for a teaching position.
A friend of Annie’s suggested that they both sign up to teach English to students in Korea. Even after her friend had changed his mind, Annie was excited by the idea. Thus she began another adventure – one she loves to talk about. Her new position in Seoul inspired her blog, Annie’s got Seoul. (more…)
New Facility on Target for January Opening
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010 by Stephen A. SouthWe’re almost there!
Tiered lecture halls are wired for laptop use.
I am so excited about our new West Knoxville facility and how it is shaping up, I thought I would give you a sneak preview.
The new Parkside Learning Center is highly visible, yet in one of the most peaceful, contemplative settings in West Knoxville. It is going to be a fantastic state-of-the-art learning environment for four of our great programs.
The new medical suites for our Physician Assistant Studies students are incredible. Built to replicate actual office settings, they will provide the latest training protocol available to help our students acquire the knowledge and skills they will need as health care professionals. The PA program will share the third floor with our school of nursing.
Pharmaceutical studies students will soon be able to earn their doctoral degree here at South College. The school of pharmacy will occupy the second floor of the new facility which includes fully equipped labs and dispensaries necessary for pharmacy training.
The first floor of the new facility will house the school of education. We have added even more classrooms to accommodate this growing field, complete with the latest technology that allows teachers to “write on the board” from their desktop computer. As the field of education continues to evolve, we want to help our students prepare to teach in this new generation of classrooms.
Numerous study rooms have been incorporated throughout the building to accommodate small group learning and discussions which are an important part of all our programs.
The Parkside Learning Center also features a student activities center, a canteen and a 120-seat theater. With all the latest audio visual technology, the theater will be a great venue for lectures, events and special guest speakers.
Of course, the whole facility is wired with up-to-the-minute technology so students and faculty will have all the information they need at their finger tips anywhere in the building. Though it is a tremendous project encompassing nearly 85,000 square feet, we are moving right along. I am looking forward with great enthusiasm toward January, when South College will open the doors on the newest, most exciting learning environment in Knoxville.
These halls will soon be filled with students.
The new theatre will be a great space for lectures and guest speakers.
The new campus has plenty of parking and green space.