Although the Honors Program itself is open only to select students, individual honors courses and experiences are available to others who have unique abilities cultivated interests. All students must complete an application of admission and be recommended for participation. To remain in the program, all students, all students must maintain a 3.00. The Center provides resources and is a place for collaborative learning outside the classroom. In addition to lounge space for informal faculty student interaction, it provides meeting space for processing and transfer information.
Facilities exist on both major campuses.
At the end of each term a Dean s List is compiled recognizing those students who have distinguished themselves by an outstanding record of academic achievement for the semester just ended. Students graduating with honors will wear gold tassels during the graduation ceremony. Honor Societies Honor societies are national organizations dedicated to the promotion of excellence in academic pursuits, leadership development, and service to community. In support of these endeavors, Southwest Tennessee Community College maintains an active chapter of Phi Theta Kappa . The chapter requires that students have a 3.5 cumulative grade point average on at least 12 hours to be eligible for induction, have demonstrated leadership ability, and have a record of service to community and neighbor.