Category Archives: Magnolia Avenue

Pellissippi State offers two open houses, chances to win a scholarship

Posted on February 19, 2013 by elsimpson

Members of the community are invited to attend open houses at the Magnolia Avenue Campus and Strawberry Plains Campus of Pellissippi State Community College in early March. Both events offer information for potential students, as well as a chance to … Continue reading →

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Pellissippi State leads region in manufacturing education and training

Posted on February 8, 2013 by elsimpson

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

Posted on February 6, 2013 by elsimpson

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 hosts Feb. 6 ‘Healthy Pelli’ Workshops

Posted on February 2, 2013 by elsimpson

A host of free health-check workshops are available to the community Wednesday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Pellissippi State Community College’s Magnolia Avenue Campus. The “Healthy Pelli” workshops are 30 minutes each and cover dental health, breast health, drug … Continue reading →

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Motivational speaker/author leads free workshop at Pellissippi State

Posted on January 25, 2013 by elsimpson

Most of us have habitual patterns and distractions that keep us from being the best we can be. Local motivational speaker and author Terry Schofield has researched many facets of self-improvement, and he is a firm believer in the power … Continue reading →

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Pellissippi State schedules spring-semester New Student Orientation sessions

Posted on December 1, 2012 by elsimpson

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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Pellissippi State’s Magnolia Avenue Campus hosts free HIV testing in November

Posted on November 12, 2012 by elsimpson

The Magnolia Avenue Campus of Pellissippi State Community College offers free HIV testing on Nov. 29, noon-4, in the Community Room. The campus is located at 1610 E. Magnolia Ave. The test is confidential and requires no blood samples or … Continue reading →

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

Posted on November 6, 2012 by elsimpson

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 Nursing degree program receives full approval from state board

Posted on September 27, 2012 by elsimpson

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: Rep. Armstrong speaks at Magnolia site for Civic Engagement Week

Posted on September 13, 2012 by elsimpson

In honor of Constitution Day, on Monday, Sept. 17, Pellissippi State Community College will host State Rep. Joe Armstrong at the Magnolia Avenue Campus, 1610 E. Magnolia Ave. Armstrong will talk about the rights and responsibilities of citizens. The public … Continue reading →

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