SC Governor's School for Science and Mathematics Foundation Welcomes New Staff Member
December 12, 2011
COLUMBIA, SC – December 12, 2011 – The Governor’s School for Scienceand Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation is proud to introduce its newestemployee, Lindsey Spires Griffin, Development Manager.
Graduating from Presbyterian College with a Bachelor’s degree inpolitical science and from the University of Phoenix with an MBA,Griffin will combine her experience in fundraising, economic developmentand external relations to help GSSM reach its immediate and long-termgoals.
Prior to joining GSSM, Griffin was the Director of Annual Giving andAlumni Relations for Presbyterian College. Her resume also includesworking for New Carolina, South Carolina’s Council on Competitiveness,and interning for the South Carolina Department of Commerce.
Born and raised in Columbia, Griffin is a member of the JuniorLeague of Columbia and serves as a board member for Columbia OpportunityResource.
I am excited to join the Foundation team and help GSSM increaseawareness of and funding for programs centered on science, technology,engineering and mathematics, says Griffin.
As Development Manager, Griffin is responsible for the efforts ofGSSM and the Foundation through fundraising for the Business LeadershipCouncil Network, annual funds and special events.
About the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM)is a two-year, public, residential high school in Hartsville, SC,specializing in the advanced study of science, technology, engineeringand math (STEM), with a unique emphasis on economics andentrepreneurship.
GSSM can serve as many as 300 high school juniors and seniorsannually from across the state. In addition, the school impacts morethan 24,000 teachers and students each year through its innovativeoutreach programs. Newsweek and The Washington Post consistently rankGSSM among the Top 20 public elite high schools in the nation.
In March 2011, GSSM launched the Wave Campaign to build awareness, energy and momentum around the study of STEM.
GSSM is committed to helping bridge the achievement gap for ourlow achievers, providing game-changing opportunities to our highachievers and building a stronger workforce, ultimately impactingeconomic development.
GSSM is asking that all South Carolinians Do the Wave in supportof STEM education. Support can be shown by flying the icon for thecampaign, the flag, either at your home, business or on Facebook. Learnmore and start waving by visiting www.scgssm.org or www.dothewavesc.com.
