Category Archives: Blount County

April 20 Dough Dash 5K Run/Fun Walk still accepting participants

It’s not too late to sign up for the April 20 Dough Dash 5K Run/Fun Walk to take place at Pellissippi State Community College’s Blount County Campus. Those who register by April 6 pay $20 per participant, and those who … Continue reading

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Pellissippi State hosts April 20 Dough Dash 5K Run/Fun Walk for Scholarships

Whether you’re interested in running against the clock or simply enjoying a spring morning walk, by participating in the April 20 Dough Dash 5K Run/Fun Walk for Scholarships at Pellissippi State Community College, you’ll also be raising money to support … Continue reading

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Open house, chance to win scholarship at Pellissippi State’s Blount County Campus

Members of the community are invited to attend an open house at the Blount County Campus of Pellissippi State Community College on Thursday, Feb. 21. Scheduled 4-6 p.m., the event offers information for potential students, tours and opportunities to learn … Continue reading

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Pellissippi State leads region in manufacturing education and training

Last year, Pellissippi State Community College enhanced its reputation as a leader in manufacturing education, marked the graduation of its first Nursing class, and achieved full state approval for its Nursing program. Nursing is offered at the Blount County Campus … Continue reading

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Pellissippi State hosts events throughout Black History Month

Pellissippi State Community College celebrates Black History Month with a series of events throughout this month. Black History Month, or National African American History Month, is an annual February celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time for recognizing … Continue reading

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Pellissippi State schedules spring-semester New Student Orientation sessions

Want to attend Pellissippi State Community College during the spring 2013 semester? Make plans now to attend a New Student Orientation session. The sessions are required of all first-time degree-seeking freshmen. Orientation is recommended for transfer students and those who … Continue reading

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Film festival returns to Pellissippi State with screenings at all five campuses

With theater screenings at all five Knox and Blount county campuses of Pellissippi State Community College, East Tennessee film enthusiasts will have a myriad of viewing options during the upcoming seventh annual Southern Appalachian Film Festival. Scheduled for Nov. 12-17, … Continue reading

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Pellissippi State’s Blount County Campus: Donate blood, possibly win tickets to Foothills Fall Festival

Medic Regional Blood Center is hosting a blood drive at Pellissippi State Community College’s Blount County Campus on Wednesday, Oct. 10, and those who donate will automatically be entered to win a pair of tickets to the Foothills Fall Festival. … Continue reading

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Pellissippi State Nursing degree program receives full approval from state board

Pellissippi State Community College’s Nursing program has received full approval for its associate’s degree from the Tennessee Department of Health’s Board of Nursing. The state board voted on the approval Aug. 22 in Nashville. The accomplishment sets the stage for … Continue reading

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Pellissippi State, Cherokee Millwright collaborate on apprenticeship program

When Cherokee Millwright and Mechanical decided to redesign and improve its apprenticeship training program, the company turned to a trusted partner: Pellissippi State Community College’s Business and Community Services. With home offices in Maryville and Morristown, Cherokee Millwright moves and … Continue reading

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