Tri-County Technical College Selected to Receive 2014 David A. Harvey Memorial Scholarship
November 10, 2014
ANDERSON, SC – Earlier this year Tri-County Technical College was selected to receive the 2014 David A. Harvey Memorial Scholarship, and representatives from the College accepted the $4,500 check at…
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Furman University Professor to Discuss Midterm Elections
November 7, 2014Wednesday, Nov. 12 at the Upcountry History Museum-Furman | Noon The midterm elections on Nov. 4 delivered a big victory for the Republicans, who now have control of both…
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Foundation Honors Bosch with Philanthropist of the Year Award
November 5, 2014
PENDLETON, SC – The Tri-County Technical College Foundation named Robert Bosch LLC in Anderson the 2014 recipient of its Philanthropist of the Year award. This is the Foundation’s highest and…
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JTEKT President Ken Hopkins to Tri-County: “We Need What You’ve Got”
November 5, 2014PENDLETON, SC – JTEKT North America Chief Operating Officer Ken Hopkins says he has driven by Tri-County Technical College several times in recent years, and it always looked impressive. But Thursday,…
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Three named associate provosts at Wofford College
October 30, 2014Hettes, Jones, Schmitz to serve three-year terms SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College Provost Dennis M. Wiseman has announced the appointments of three associate provosts. They are: Dr. Stacey Hettes,…
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Spartanburg Interfaith Scholar-In-Residence Features Dr. Joel Hoffman, Nov. 6-9
October 28, 2014
November 6-9, 2014 ~ SPARTANBURG, SC – The University of South Carolina Upstate is among the sponsors for the annual Spartanburg Interfaith Scholar-In-Residence that will take place November 6-9 and…
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Clemson president to be installed as chair of national university association
October 28, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University President James P. Clements will be formally introduced as chairman of the board of directors for the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities during the organization’s annual…
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Wofford celebrates inaugural Benjamin B. Dunlap Chamber Music Series
October 28, 2014
Nov. 3 performance opens series in honor of former president SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College will celebrate the inaugural season of the Benjamin B. Dunlap Chamber Music Series with the first…
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Cars of the future to be demonstrated in Greenville
October 28, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Cars that drive themselves, electric vehicles that charge wirelessly and other automotive technology that once seemed straight out of science fiction will be put in the spotlight…
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Wofford announces plans for new Greek Village
October 27, 2014
Facilities to provide better chapter spaces to encourage fellowship, community SPARTANBURG, SC – Following a week of exciting major announcements, Wofford College has announced plans for a new Greek Village…
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Furman University Takes First Place in Two Sustainability Video Contests
October 27, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University has won first place in two separate sustainability video competitions. Furman took first prize in a contest sponsored by Green Living Project, a film production…
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BJU Named Best Mid-Sized Delegation at SC Student Legislature
October 27, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The Bob Jones University delegation to the South Carolina Student Legislature (SCSL) was named “Best Mid-Sized Delegation” during the fall SCSL session held at the South Carolina State…
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Hendrix family pledges first Clemson athletics cornerstone gift of $2.5 million
October 27, 2014
CLEMSON, SC – Clemson trustee Leon J. “Bill” Hendrix Jr. and his wife, Pam, of Kiawah Island; and their children, Jill, Joy, Holly and Jim, have made the first cornerstone…
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Spartanburg Methodist College presents SGA Founder’s Day Faculty Award to Professor Barry Ward
October 25, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC –The Spartanburg Methodist College Student Government Association presented Professor Barry Ward with a Founder’s Day Faculty Award on Thursday, October 23 during the college’s annual Founder’s Day Celebration,…
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Sigma Chi’s Derby Days at Clemson University Raises More Than $30k for Upstate Children’s Charities
October 24, 2014
CLEMSON, SC – Sigma Chi Fraternity at Clemson University recently hosted their annual Derby Days, one of the largest charitable events by a Greek organization in the Southeast. This year…
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Advocate for female engineering and science students wins award
October 24, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — The director of a Clemson University program that supports female engineering and science majors is in Detroit Friday to accept an award from Women of Color magazine. Serita…
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Recognize an Unsung Hero
October 23, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Do you know someone who would never call attention to accomplishments and deserves recognition? Greenville Technical College is “Calling and Heroes,” and needs your help in identifying…
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Tri-County Technical College Fills Three Leadership Positions
October 23, 2014
PENDLETON, SC – Tri-County Technical College filled three key leadership positions by hiring Grayson Kelly as executive director of the Foundation, Dan Cooper as director of economic development and government…
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Clemson Habitat for Humanity house to include energy-efficient materials
October 23, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — The Habitat for Humanity House that volunteers are building on Clemson University’s campus is made of new energy-efficient materials that will help the owner save money on…
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Girl Scouts Encourages Girls to Explore STEM Opportunities
October 22, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands realizes that one important step in encouraging girls’ interests in STEM is to expose them to experts and…
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Bob Jones University Hosts Missions Emphasis Week
October 20, 2014Oct. 20-23 Bob Jones University will set aside the week of Oct. 20-23 to focus on the work and importance of missions. This year’s theme, “Only One Life to…
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Mike Wilson Named Executive Director of Alumni and Parent Engagement at Furman University
October 17, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Mike Wilson, a 1988 Furman University graduate who earned six varsity letters as a member of the football and track teams, has been named Executive Director of…
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Presbyterian College Hires new VP of Advancement, Marketing, PR and Communications
October 16, 2014
CLINTON, SC – Presbyterian College is proud to announce that Grady Jones has joined their Executive Leadership Team as the new Vice President of Advancement, Marketing, Public Relations and Communications…
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Clemson hosts state of the economy event with Clifford Asness
October 16, 2014Tuesday, October 28, 2014 ~ GREENVILLE — Clifford S. Asness, leading investment commentator for CNBC and The Wall Street Journal, will be featured on an economic panel hosted by Clemson…
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Lab that puts automotive components to the test expands its scope
October 16, 2014CLEMSON — The automotive components are shaken, heated, frozen and aged with simulated sunlight for weeks at a time. It sounds like any proud car owner’s nightmare, but it’s done…
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Erskine Celebrates 175th Anniversary with ErskineFest
October 16, 2014
DUE WEST, SC – Erskine College will be celebrating the 175th anniversary of its founding with ErskineFest, a festival, homecoming and family celebration, which will honor Erskine’s remarkable history, intellectual…
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Greenville Technical College Employee Named CCD Instructor of the Year
October 16, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Corporate and Career Development Division (CCD) at Greenville Technical College, has named Scotty Nicholson the 2014 Instructor of the Year and Diane Jarecky the 2014 Adjunct…
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SCSBA names Teri Gilstrap a Champion for Public Education
October 16, 2014ANDERSON, SC – The South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) has honored Teri Gilstrap with its Champions for Public Education award. SCSBA Executive Director Paul Krohne presented the association’s award at…
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Erskine Celebrates 175th Anniversary with ErskineFest
October 16, 2014
DUE WEST, SC – Erskine College will be celebrating the 175th anniversary of its founding with ErskineFest, a festival, homecoming and family celebration, which will honor Erskine’s remarkable history, intellectual…
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Global CEO, innovator and entrepreneur coming to The George
October 14, 2014Tuesday, October 28 | Inaugural Johnson Innovation Speaker Series Features Derek Lidow Global CEO, innovator and entrepreneur Dr. Derek Lidow will spend his time meeting with entrepreneurs and local…
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Teacher Evaluations are Critical to Retain and Recruit
October 14, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – In response to today’s Senate Select Committee on Public School Teachers meeting on recruiting and retaining teachers, StudentsFirst South Carolina State Director Regina Hitchcock issued the following…
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Teacher Evaluations are Critical to Retain and Recruit
October 14, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – In response to today’s Senate Select Committee on Public School Teachers meeting on recruiting and retaining teachers, StudentsFirst South Carolina State Director Regina Hitchcock issued the following…
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SMC Paralegal Program celebrating Governor’s Proclamation
October 13, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Paralegal Certificate Evening Program at Spartnaburg Methodist College is pleased to report that Tuesday October 14, 2014 has been declared PARALEGAL DAY in the State of…
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New materials inspired by nature could make it safer to store nuclear waste
October 13, 2014
Clemson University-led team receives $800,000 for research GREENVILLE, SC – Minerals that endure in nature for millions of years are inspiring a research team to explore whether new materials could…
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BMW Group’s MINI brand to sponsor CU-ICAR’s Deep Orange 7 concept vehicle
October 9, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC — The seventh generation of the innovative Deep Orange program, a vehicle prototype designed and conceived by automotive engineering students in the department of automotive engineering at the Clemson University International…
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Clemson University to dedicate Erwin Center for Advertising and Communication
October 9, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University officials will dedicate the Erwin Center for Advertising and Communication at 11 a.m. Friday with the formal launch of its innovative communications studio in Daniel Hall. In…
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Henderson Receives Palmetto Teachers of Excellence Award
October 8, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Council for the Social Studies (SCCSS) recently honored Loyd Henderson, Social Studies department chair at Travelers Rest High School (TRHS), with the Palmetto Teachers…
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Two alumni, community leader to be honored during Homecoming 2014
October 6, 2014SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College will honor two alumni and a community leader during Homecoming 2014 activities set for Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24 and 25. Other Homecoming activities include…
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CU-ICAR executive director joins SAE Foundation board
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR) Executive Director Fred Cartwright has been appointed to the SAE Foundation board of trustees. SAE Foundation is the charitable arm of SAE…
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Furman Board of Trustees Welcomes Six New Board Members at Fall Meeting
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, S.C.—The Furman University Board of Trustees welcomed six new members to the board during its fall meeting Saturday. The new trustees are John Donald Anderson of Charlotte, N.C., Christopher…
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Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Business & Industry Showcase
October 6, 2014ANDERSON, SC – Middle and high school students from Anderson, Oconee and Pickens County School Districts attended the 2014 Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Business & Industry Showcase held October 1 and 2 at…
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Dr. Sam Horn to Join BJU as VP for Ministerial Advancement
October 5, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit named Dr. Sam Horn as Vice President for Ministerial Advancement effective January, 2015. Horn will also serve as Dean of the…
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Social Innovation Fund Invests in ICS to Support Early Childhood Outcomes
October 1, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – ICS was awarded with a grant of more than $780,000 to support early childhood outcomes. The grant, provided by the Corporation for National and Community Service’ s…
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Alumni Stanziones give $100,000 to ClemsonLIFE
September 30, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — The ClemsonLIFE (Learning is for Everyone) program will have additional growth opportunities thanks to a $100,000 gift from Clemson alumnus Bob Stanzione and his wife, Kaye. Kaye Stanzione (fourth…
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Economics professor participating in FCC Open Internet Roundtable
September 30, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University economics professor Thomas Hazlett will participate Thursday on a Federal Communications Commission panel on the “Economics of Broadband: Market Successes and Market Failures.” The FCC Open Internet…
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Engineers gathered in Anderson focus on unsung hero of construction industry
September 30, 2014
Brick in the spotlight as Clemson University finishes building ‘hotbox’ CLEMSON, SC – Engineers from across the country are gathering today in Anderson to focus on a building material that…
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Clemson University to begin field experiments on nuclear-waste storage
September 30, 2014
More than 20 researchers to collaborate on study CLEMSON, SC – A team of more than 20 researchers from across the state will begin running field experiments at Clemson University…
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Clemson University professor recognized for outstanding contributions to the chemical sciences
September 29, 2014
Anthony Guiseppi-Elie’s advances include chip to monitor blood loss CLEMSON, SC – One of the projects that helped a Clemson University professor secure a prestigious honor could allow doctors to…
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Restoration Institute recognized by Charleston Metro Chamber
September 29, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC — The Clemson University Restoration Institute in North Charleston received The Trailblazer Award from the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce. CURI was recognized at the 2014 Honors Night Thursday at…
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Carolina Prep hosting Fall Festival
September 26, 2014Saturday, October 18, 2014 from noon to 4 p.m. ~ What: Carolina International Prep hosts its annual Fall Festival. When: Saturday, October 18, 2014 from noon to 4 p.m.…
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