Center for Regional Economic Enrichment - CREE

09/03/2026

This Workforce Development Month, we're celebrating Jamie's journey from career change to CNA, and the determination, training and support helping her take the next step toward becoming an RN.

Jamie shares what pursuing her career path means to her:
https://www.memphis.edu/growwth/stories.php

09/01/2026

It's 901 Day for all of us who call Memphis home! We can think of well over 901 reasons to let us help you break barriers to your higher education.

Start here: https://www.memphis.edu/cree/

09/01/2026

September is Workforce Development Month.

Throughout the month, the Center for Regional Economic Enrichment (CREE) will highlight successful journeys from across West Tennessee that demonstrate what workforce development can make possible.

Through programs including GROWWTH, PACE, Finish Line and Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), CREE works alongside individuals, employers and community partners to help people build skills, overcome barriers, complete their education and connect their experience to meaningful career opportunities.

Our program outcomes are stories of people taking the next step toward greater opportunity, economic stability and a stronger future for themselves, their families and our communities.

This month, we're proud to share their stories.

08/24/2026

The uofm_growwth team has missed you!

It’s been a minute since we’ve seen this glowing face at our offices.

Welcome back Case Manager Jaime Pearson from a long road of recovery!

We’re sure thankful to see you back in action. 🏃🏾‍♀️‍➡️

08/21/2026

Let's protect Tennessee’s water for generations to come.

08/21/2026

🎉 We’re proud to celebrate the TN Delta Alliance as the recipient of the 2026 Non-Profit Recycler of the Year Award from the Tennessee Recycling Coalition!

The award recognizes nonprofit organizations making a significant impact in their communities through recycling leadership, program development, education and waste diversion.

TDA’s work demonstrates the power of bringing people and communities together to make a difference through clean waterways, and we’re excited to see that work recognized.

Congratulations to everyone who has helped make this achievement possible! ♻️💙

08/10/2026

Our Mississippi recreational waterways are truly a beautiful heritage and a privilege to maintain!

We cleaned up litter from underneath the new MS River Flyway at Tom Lee Park yesterday with a group of great volunteers! Thanks Memphis River Parks Partnership for allowing us to assist with this great event! We look forward to future endeavors with you to educate and keep this beautiful area of the park clean!

Pic courtesy of Pioneer Photography - Rachel Townsend!

08/03/2026

Every drop matters! 💧

07/27/2026

Learn how the University of Memphis is opening doors to opportunity and creating successful outcomes for every student.

Finish Line | Complete the degree you started with flexible pathways designed for busy adults returning to college.
https://www.memphis.edu/cree/finishline/

Credit for Prior Learning | Turn your professional experience into college credit and accelerate your path to a degree.
https://www.memphis.edu/cree/cpl/

Professional and Continuing Education | Build in-demand skills, earn professional credentials, and stay competitive with flexible non-degree programs.
https://www.memphis.edu/pace/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVcGv_3JMPo&t=1s

President Bill Hardgrave explores the value of higher education and...

07/25/2026

One bag at a time…