Enjoy the many benefits of being an SMHEC member!
Joint Purchasing
Save on your institutional expenses through the bulk purchasing of different resources and materials available exclusively to our members.

Collaborative Sustainability Programs
The SMHEC Sustainability Initiatives Committee promotes sustainability as a whole, through: environmental stewardship, economic responsibility, and social equity. Join innovative projects aimed at enhancing sustainability in the Southern Metropolitan region.

Faculty Development
Leverage expertise from all of our member institutions, fostering collaboration through workshops, seminars, and peer mentoring. The SMHEC Faculty Development Committee goals are to enhance teaching skills and support continuous professional growth with all member institutions.

Mutual Aid
All members are committed to providing resources that ensures preparedness and a secure environment for students, staff, and faculty. Through trainings, workshops, and seminars, the group focuses on emergency preparedness, including evacuation, mental health support, and crisis communication. Our campuses work together to maintain operations during emergencies or natural disasters.

Advance Notice
Stay informed on SMHEC’s key initiatives in sustainability, faculty development, safety and security, and cost savings! Our events provide valuable opportunities to enhance practices, share knowledge, and ensure a more resilient and efficient higher education environment and local community.
