ATD DREAM Scholar Allyson Harrison captivates audience at Achieving the Dream Convening
By Marketing and Communications Staff
Southwest nursing student Allyson Harrison captivated the audience with her powerful
and moving recitation of her poem, "I Am Allyson," during the 2024 Achieving the Dream Convening held Feb. 19-22 in Orlando, Fla. Her heartfelt words resonated deeply,
inspiring those in attendance and leaving a lasting impact.
Harrison's perseverance to achieve success in college and in her personal life have earned her recognition as one of only eight community college students nationwide, and notably, the first from Southwest, selected as a 2024 DREAM Scholar.
Her journey and achievements are highlighted in the February issue of Scoop.
To view Harrison reciting her poem, click here.
In This Issue...
- Southwest fora highlight College’s department goals and initiatives
- ATD DREAM Scholar Allyson Harrison captivates audience at Achieving the Dream Convening
- Parrish library debuts graphic novel collection
- POLICY MATTERS: Relocated Policies
- Dr. Tracy D. Hall selected as 2024 Memphis Business Journal Power 100 Leader
- Police Services provides safety guidance during virtual security summit
- Project MOST celebrates academic achievement at annual “MOST in Black” awards
- My Southwest Story: Kamesha Brooks
- Nick Woodard makes history in record-breaking game during Saluqi Spirit Week
- Southwest students, staff celebrate success during Saluqi Spirit Week
- Tabatha Brittman hired as College’s second social services coordinator
- Welcome Aboard!