USC Upstate Police Department to Offer Self-Defense Class
August 25, 2014
October 13-15 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in the University Readiness Center Great Room  ~ SPARTANBURG, SC – The University of South Carolina Upstate Police Department is offering a self-defense class.…
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Presidential International Scholar prepares for journey
August 25, 2014
Wofford student from Charleston, S.C., to study women in Latin America  SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College senior Lindsey Grace Perret believes everybody has a story, and she’s eager to…
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Clemson Youth Learning Institute names new executive director
August 21, 2014CLEMSON, SC –  — Stephen W. Lance has been named executive director of Clemson’s Youth Learning Institutefollowing the retirement of the Institute’s founder and former executive director, Jorge Calzadilla, at the…
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Tri-County’s Foundation Board Welcomes Two New Members
August 20, 2014
PENDLETON, SC – Two Anderson County community leaders have been elected to serve on Tri-County Technical College’s Foundation Board of Directors. Joining the Board’s current members are Moyer Albergotti, of…
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SC Technical College System Names New Associate Vice President for Student Services
August 20, 2014COLUMBIA, SC –Â The SC Technical College System has named Dr. Eric Brown as Associate Vice President of Student Services. Prior to this role, Brown served as Vice President for Student…
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New Study Reveals Economic Impact of Aerospace Industry in SC
August 20, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The aerospace cluster has a $17.4 billion economic impact on South Carolina and supports more than 102,000 workers, according to a study conducted by Joseph Von Nessen, a…
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The Grainger Foundation Supports Tri-County Technical College, Welding Department
August 20, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Grainger Foundation, an independent, private foundation, donated $5,000 to Tri-County Technical College in support of the expansion of the cutting lab in its Welding department. “This grant will…
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Clemson math experts offer helping hand to researchers
August 19, 2014CLEMSON, SC — A group of Clemson University math experts has begun working to expand a center that helps researchers analyze the massive amounts of data they collect as they…
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Ann Hall Receives Tri-County’s Presidential Medallion for Staff Excellence
August 18, 2014
PENDLETON, SC – Ann Hall, accounting manager for the Business Affairs Division at Tri-County Technical College, was honored Thursday (August 14) with the highest award given for staff excellence at…
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Jaime Cox of Greenville Tech Named to American Lung Association Board
August 18, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Jaime Cox, director of clinical studies for the Respiratory Therapy program at Greenville Technical College, has been named to the board of directors for the American Lung…
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New courses open door to powerful computing techniques
August 18, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University Monday announced that it has been named a CUDA® Teaching Center by NVIDIA®, the world leader in visual computing. As a CUDA Teaching Center, Clemson…
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Doctoral student invited to prestigious Lindau Nobel Laureate meeting
August 18, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University economics Ph.D. candidate Anna Chorniy was invited to attend the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting on Economics Sciences this month in Lindau, Germany. These annual scientific conferences invite Nobel…
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Graham Introduces Bill to Designate ‘Manufacturing Universities’
August 18, 2014
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has introduced bipartisan legislation with Senator Chris Coons (D-Delaware) to help schools strengthen their engineering programs to meet the growing demands of 21st century manufacturing.…
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Anderson University Shatters Enrollment Record
August 18, 2014
ANDERSON, SC – By far, the largest freshman class in Anderson University history will move into the residence halls on campus Saturday morning. 657 freshmen, an increase of 150 or…
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Tri-County Faculty and Staff Receive Awards for Service to College and State
August 18, 2014
PENDLETON, SC – A Tri-County Technical College employee was recognized for four decades of service to the College and the State at an annual convocation. Glenn Hellenga, of Townville, director…
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Arizona State president to provide keynote address at Clemson Convocation
August 15, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University will formally begin its 122nd academic year at the 2014-15 Victor Hurst Convocation at 9 a.m. Tuesday at the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts. Michael…
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Turfgrass researcher McCarty earns recognition from Crop Science Society
August 14, 2014CLEMSON — A Clemson University horticulture science professor and renowned researcher in the area of turfgrass physiology, pathology and management will be honored with two top awards given by the…
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Architect of ‘New American University’ to help launch Clemson’s academic year
August 14, 2014
CLEMSON, SC – Clemson University will begin the school year by turning the spotlight on a university president who has built a national reputation for making higher education accessible to…
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Cliffs Donates Place Settings to Culinary Institute of the Carolinas at Greenville Technical College
August 14, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – China and glassware valued at more than $27,000 have been donated to the Culinary Institute of the Carolinas at Greenville Technical College by The Cliffs. The donation…
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Anderson University Named “Best in Southeast” by Princeton Review
August 11, 2014
AU gains mention for 10th straight year ANDERSON, SCÂ –Â For the 10th year in a row, Anderson University is one of the best colleges in the Southeast according to The Princeton…
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USC Upstate Enrollment Services Extends Hours for Fall Enrollment
August 11, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Want to be a Spartan this fall? It’s not too late! Enrollment Services at the University of South Carolina Upstate is offering extended office hours from Aug. 13…
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Veterinary Technology Team at Tri-County Retires
August 11, 2014PENDLETON, SC – For more than 20 years, they’ve been best friends. For the last ten, they’ve been co-workers and teammates, working toward a common goal of making Tri-County Technical…
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SMC wins Visionary Award and will be Case Study for Hobsons
August 11, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Spartanburg Methodist College received word last month they were selected from over 2000 clients for a Visionary Award from Hobsons. Hobsons, founded in 1974, helps educators, administrators,…
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965 Clemson students receive degrees; Clements urges them to make a difference
August 10, 2014CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University President James P. Clements urged new graduates, faculty, staff and alumni at Friday’s summer graduation to make a difference in their lives and the lives…
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‘He’s an inspiration to me’; father, daughter graduate together
August 10, 2014CLEMSON — Proud fathers usually watch from the stands on graduation day, but not Eddie Railey. He joined his daughter, Reagan, in the processional on Friday, as they both marched…
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USC Upstate, SunTrust Partner for Financial Literacy Program
August 5, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Financial literacy and making solid financial decisions in today’s economy is a must. SunTrust Bank is partnering with the University of South Carolina Upstate’s George Dean Johnson,…
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Furman University Accepting Applications for Corporate Sustainability Program
August 5, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University is offering a program in the spring of 2015 that will help executives manage the challenges of a socially conscious business environment. The intensive, five-session…
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Butterflies could hold key to probes that repair genes
August 5, 2014Clemson University research enters new phase CLEMSON, SC – New discoveries about how butterflies feed could help engineers develop tiny probes that siphon liquid out of a single cell…
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Provost Academy Grads Awarded Over $640,000 in College Scholarships
August 5, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – In addition to being the largest graduating class in the five-year history of one of South Carolina’s first online public high schools, members of Provost Academy South Carolina’s…
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Provost Academy Grads Awarded Over $640,000 in College Scholarships
August 5, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – In addition to being the largest graduating class in the five-year history of one of South Carolina’s first online public high schools, members of Provost Academy South Carolina’s…
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Early Childhood Education Student Graduates Debt-Free With T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship, Financial Aid
August 5, 2014PENDLETON, SC – It wasn’t until Michelle Vaughn was in her late 20’s, married and with two small children that she began to re-evaluate her career choice and decided to…
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CU-ICAR students unveil Deep Orange 4 concept vehicle in Michigan
August 4, 2014TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — The Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR) is showing off its capabilities and automotive engineering students’ latest concept vehicle at an industry meeting. The fourth generation…
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Foam test could help inspectors monitor labs for banned weapons
August 3, 2014
New Clemson University technology close to ready, professor says New technology under development at Clemson University could help inspectors determine whether nations have violated international treaties by allowing work with…
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USAeroFlight, LLC and Stratos Aviation Form Partnership to Offer Once Private Aviation Education to the Public
August 3, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – For over 30 years, flight training has been offered by Bob Jones University (BJU) in Greenville, S.C. Â Its purpose was to train students interested in missionary work…
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Study: Develop or acquire players for a winning MLB team?
August 1, 2014
CLEMSON — Major League Baseball (MLB) teams should develop players within their organizations at three positions: left fielder, relief pitcher and catcher, according to a new study by Clemson University…
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Wofford ranks 85th among Forbes’ ‘America’s Top Colleges’
July 31, 2014Highest-ranking S.C. institution; 12th among Best Colleges in the South; 71st among Best Private Colleges  SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College is ranked among the top 85 colleges and universities…
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The Palmetto Bank Adds to Scholarship Fund for Greenville Technical College Students
July 30, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The Palmetto Bank has pledged an additional $25,000 to support an endowed scholarship fund established in 2004. The scholarship provides assistance to qualifying students in any field…
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Clemson alumnus named executive vice president for academic affairs and provost
July 30, 2014
CLEMSON, SC – A Clemson University graduate who currently serves as dean of the largest college at West Virginia University will become his alma mater’s chief academic officer, starting Sept.…
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Professor’s election expected to shine light on Clemson University’s environmental education
July 30, 2014
Cindy Lee to begin three-year term in September CLEMSON, SC – A professor who has researched PCB contamination in Lake Hartwell’s tributaries will soon begin a leadership role that is…
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The Grainger Foundation Supports Greenville Tech Foundation, Inc.
July 30, 2014GREENVILLE, SCÂ –Â Â The Grainger Foundation, an independent, private foundation, based in Lake Forest, Illinois, has donated $5,000 to the Greenville Tech Foundation, Inc., to support the mission of Greenville Technical College…
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USC Upstate Plans Five-Year Initiative of Remembrance, Reflections of World War I
July 28, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Beginning on September 23, USC Upstate will embark on a five-year commemoration and reflection of World War I culminating with the anniversary of the signing of the…
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Converse College Announces New Director of Alumnae/i Relations
July 28, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC –Â Converse College announced that alumna Amy Tibbals Morales ’86 has joined the Institutional Advancement team as Director of Alumnae/i Relations. Amy will serve as the primary link between…
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Dr. Lynette Gibson Completes Fellowship at Summer Nursing Research Institute
July 28, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – The University of South Carolina Upstate is pleased to announce that Dr. Lynette M. Gibson recently completed a fellowship at the Summer Nursing Research Institute at…
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Registration open for Carolina Prep
July 28, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Parents can still register their children for both Pre-School and Primary School classes at Carolina Prep for the 2014-15 school year. Carolina Prep’s mission is to…
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Furman University Honored Nationwide for Sustainability Teaching
July 28, 2014GREENVILLE, SC Â – Furman University is featured on a new nationwide list of 100 colleges that do an outstanding job of teaching sustainability and promoting it in their communities. Furman…
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Bank of Travelers Rest Pledges $25,000 to Greenville Technical College’s Northwest Campus
July 24, 2014TRAVELERS REST, SC – The Bank of Travelers Rest has pledged $25,000 to partially fund a renovation creating a learning commons at the Northwest Campus of Greenville Technical College. The…
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SMC Announces New Staff and New Responsibilities Â
July 24, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Spartanburg Methodist College is pleased to announce the addition of new staff and staff with new responsibilities. Jeanette R. Dunn, Director of Human Resources for the college…
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Clemson Accounting Program Endorsed by International Institute
July 23, 2014CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University’s School of Accountancy and Finance in the College of Business and Behavioral Science has been endorsed by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA). The institute’s endorsement of Clemson’s accounting…
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SMC Athletes of Distinction per NJCAAÂ
July 23, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Spartanburg Methodist College is pleased to announce the release of the NJCAA Athletes of Distinction Academic Student-Athlete award winners for 2013-2014. The National Junior College Athletic Association…
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Bob Jones University Hosts National Hoops Ministries Tournament
July 23, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Bob Jones University, in partnership with National Hoops Ministries (NHM), is hosting a national 3-on-3 basketball tournament this week on the BJU campus. Players from across the country are participating…
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