Where

Where the Pipeline Becomes Real

Community colleges, TCATs, and universities are the real entry points to work.

“The Haslam College of Business fully endorses Appalachia Sessions Live TM as a high- impact initiative that equips Appalachian youth with the mindset and tools required for postsecondary and workforce success.”

— Dr. David Gras, Associate Professor at UT Haslam College of Business

Claim
Career exposure works best where careers actually begin.
Why location matters
◦ Authentic environments outperform simulations
◦ Campuses reduce psychological distance
◦ Students visualize themselves belonging
Deployment
Appalachia Sessions Live™ operates on:
◦ Community college campuses
◦ TCAT campuses
◦ University campuses

Serving surrounding counties through regional deployment.
Result
Students experience the real entry points to Tennessee’s workforce.
See current planned locations.
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