TBR - The College System of TN

It's the #FirstDayOfSpring -- A time for new beginnings or a fresh outlook! Take this opportunity to set new goals and make the most of the resources and experiences available at Tennessee’s community and technical colleges.

We are incredibly grateful to the many partners who made SOAR 2026 possible through their generous support of the Foundation for the College System of Tennessee. Your investment in our students and colleges continues to make a lasting difference across the state!

Congrats to Cris Perkins for being awarded the 2026 Chancellor’s Soaring Eagle Award! Through his leadership of the Foundation, he has expanded opportunities for students across the state while building strong partnerships that support our colleges. bit.ly/4dh3o5M

Congrats to Pellissippi State & the Blount Partnership, recipients of the 2026 SOAR Partnership of the Year Award! Through industry collaboration, they are preparing students for high-demand careers while fueling regional economic growth. bit.ly/4dh3o5M @blountchamber

Congrats to Jennifer Kinsey of Reeves Young, our 2026 SOAR Volunteer of the Year! Her selfless dedication & leadership have made a lasting impact on the Foundation for the College System of TN, stepping up as board treasurer & driving meaningful growth in a short time. #soar2026

Jason Keeton from Jackson State Community College is the recipient of the 2026 TBR SOAR Advisor of the Year Award! Congrats, Jason, and thank you for your dedication to our students! Read the 2026 SOAR Awards press release at tbr.edu. #SOAR2026 @JSCC_main

Congrats to the Morning Pointe Foundation for receiving the 2026 SOAR Philanthropy Award! Your incredible support—from providing job opportunities to scholarship funding—has changed the lives of hundreds of Tennessee students. Read the Press Release: bit.ly/4dh3o5M

Crystal Hunter of TCAT Nashville is the recipient of the 2026 TBR SOAR Technical College Staff of the Year Award! Congrats! Read the 2026 TBR SOAR Awards press release at tbr.edu. #SOAR2026 @TCATNashville

The 2026 TBR SOAR Technical College Faculty of the Year was awarded to Zachary Murray of TCAT McMinnville! Congrats! Read the 2026 TBR SOAR Awards press release at bit.ly/4dh3o5M #SOAR2026 @tcatmcminnville

Congratulations to Lewis Jackson of Chattanooga State Community College for being named the 2026 TBR SOAR Community College Staff of the Year! Read the 2026 TBR SOAR Awards press release at tbr.edu. #SOAR2026 @ChattStateCC

Dr. Lacey Benns of Columbia State Community College was named the 2026 TBR SOAR Community College Faculty of the Year! Congrats, Dr. Benns! Read the 2026 TBR SOAR Awards press release at bit.ly/4dh3o5M #SOAR2026 @ColumbiaState

Executive Vice Chancellor Kim McCormick recently spoke at a celebration of the statewide partnership between SAILS & Ready for Industry. This collaboration is transforming education by connecting students to career opportunities through innovative learning & industry credentials.

The 2026 SOAR Technical College Student of the Year is Mia Suarez of TCAT Athens! An automotive technology student, Mia plans to become a Master Technician & give back to others by providing a space to teach in her own shop one day. Congratulations, Mia! #SOAR2026 @TCAT_Athens

The 2026 SOAR Community College Student of the Year is Louis Rey Valenzuela of Pellissippi State! Louis is enrolled in the electrical engineering technology program and truly exemplifies technical excellence and forward-thinking ambition. Congratulations, Louis! #SOAR2026 @ps

Congratulations to @TCATKnoxville for winning the 2026 SOAR Technical College of the Year Award! Your unwavering commitment to evolve and meet the demands of a changing workforce helps ensure students gain the expertise they need to drive Tennessee's economy forward. #SOAR2026

Congratulations to Jackson State Community College for winning the 2026 SOAR Community College of the Year Award! You play a vital role in shaping the future of our state through your dedication to education, innovation & community impact. #SOAR2026 @JSCC_main

Last week we honored the best & brightest from our community & technical colleges across TN. Each year, we’re inspired all over again by the dedication, talent & perseverance of our students, faculty & staff. Congrats to all of our SOAR 2026 honorees, finalists & winners!

We had a Tommie TCAT sighting at the Capitol! Great seeing our community & technical college presidents & elected leaders at yesterday’s legislative breakfast. This is one of our favorite events each year; it's a great opportunity to share ideas to strengthen the College System.