Midlands Technical College Foundation Announces Seven New Board Members, Launches New Website
August 10, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Seven local community leaders have joined the Midlands Technical College Foundation Board of Directors for the 2015–2017 term. The newly elected board members bring extensive talent and…
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South Carolina Virtual Charter School Celebrates Start of Its 8th Year
August 10, 2015
Tuition-free online public school still accepting enrollments COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Virtual Charter School (SCVCS), a tuition-free, online public school, welcomes new and returning students for the 2015-2016 academic year, beginning August 17,…
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University of South Carolina chooses Mondo Super X 720 for outdoor and indoor tracks
August 10, 2015SEC school selected Mondo for consistently fast performances in both indoor and outdoor facilities around the world COLUMBIA, SC – Mondo, the global leader in the track and field, indoor sport and contract…
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Lexington One board member participates in SCSBA Boardmanship Institute
August 9, 2015
LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington County School District One Board Member Dr. Bradley R. Pitts earned recognition from the South Carolina School Boards Association for achievement in the association’s 2014–2015 Boardmanship…
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WKHS teacher receives ACTE Carl Perkins Community Service Award
August 9, 2015
LEXINGTON, SC – The South Carolina Association for Career and Technical Education presented White Knoll High Health Science Teacher Katrina Haynes with an Association for Career and Technical Education Carl…
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LMC offers doula classes
August 6, 2015
WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center is pleased to announce that it will be offering Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association training classes for community members who are interested in becoming…
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CCSD partnership with local non-profit brings free school supplies to teachers, students
August 5, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – No child should go without school supplies. Thanks to a partnership between the Charleston County School District (CCSD) and the Teachers’ Supply Closet (TSC), they won’t have…
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2015 Hootie Homegrown Roundup: Back to School Basics Event
August 5, 2015Who: Rising Kindergarten- Rising 6th grade students attending the following elementary schools: Burns, Sanders-Clyde, Chicora, Mary Ford, Memminger, Charleston Progressive Academy, Pinehurst, St. James Santee, Angel Oak, Murray Lasaine, Dunston and Oakland.…
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Two Charleston County School District Board of Trustees Members Recognized for Participating in State Level Training
August 5, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – Two board member for Charleston County School District earned recognition by the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA) for achievement in the association’s 2014 – 2015 Boardmanship…
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University of South Carolina Extends Nursing Education to Address State Needs
August 4, 2015Collaboration with Academic Partnerships will facilitate new, 100% online degree programs COLUMBIA, SC – The University of South Carolina College of Nursing is expanding its outreach with two new degree programs…
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Richland County Council invites the community to Stuff-A-Cruiser and Stuff-A-Bus
August 4, 2015
Richland County, SC — Richland County Councilman Jim Manning along with members of Richland County Council invite all citizens to Stuff-A-Cruiser and Stuff-A-Bus to support our students in need of…
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Wofford featured in Princeton Review’s ‘Best 380 Colleges’
August 4, 2015
College known as ‘great and successful academic school’ SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College is featured among the country’s best institutions for undergraduate education in The Princeton Review’s 2016 edition of its…
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USC symposium on presidential primaries to feature national political correspondents, S.C. political party chairmen and scholars Sept. 15
August 4, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The presidential campaign trail is heating up, and many eyes will be turning to South Carolina as the first primary state in the South leading up to…
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Remembering Citadel grad and country music leader Tandy Rice
August 4, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Tandy Rice, ’61, a respected Nashville country music executive, who launched the careers of Porter Wagoner, Dolly Parton and Jim Ed Brown, passed away Monday at the…
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National Endowment for the Humanities Awards Faculty Members $140K-Plus in Grants
August 4, 2015
ROCK HILL, SC — According to Winthrop University’s Laura Dufresne, her feet, and those of colleague Laura Gardner, “have not quite touched the ground yet” these past two weeks. That’s…
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Sylvan Learning welcomes new Director of Education
August 4, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Malai Pressley joins Sylvan Learning Centers of the Midland’s NE Columbia location as Director of Education. She is responsible for ensuring the educational integrity of the Sylvan…
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Sylvan Learning welcomes new Director of Education
August 4, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Malai Pressley joins Sylvan Learning Centers of the Midland’s NE Columbia location as Director of Education. She is responsible for ensuring the educational integrity of the Sylvan…
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District Five teacher named national AgriScience Ambassador
August 3, 2015
CHAPIN, SC – A Lexington-Richland School District Five teacher has recently completed a prestigious national teachers’ academy, earning him the designation of certified “AgiScience Ambassador.” Center for Advanced Technical Studies…
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University of South Carolina School of Music Calendar of Events 2015-2016
August 3, 2015Fri., August 28, 2015, 7:30 p.m. Southern Exposure New Music Concert: Classical Discrimination with Argento Chamber Ensemble USC School of Music Recital Hall – Free The Argento Chamber Ensemble, called…
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University of South Carolina’s Southern Exposure New Music Series Announces 2015-2016 Season
August 3, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Southern Exposure’s 2015-16 season, “Classical Collaborations,” expands from its traditional four concerts to five. The year bursts at the seams with the energy and eclecticism that characterizes…
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SC BlueCross Foundation presents District Five with $30,000 grant
July 31, 2015IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield…
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USC Tourism innovation and entrepreneurship conference opens Monday
July 29, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The second annual International Executive Forum on Tourism and Innovation will be in Columbia Aug. 3-4. Presentations by local and international leaders and innovators will look at…
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Lexington One offers conversational Spanish course for adult learners
July 29, 2015LEXINGTON, SC – Lexington One Continuing Education offers a six-week conversational Spanish course led by native Spanish speakers designed for learners with a basic understanding of Spanish who would like…
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Columbia College Receives $5 million Gift for Creation of The McNair Center for Entrepreneurism
July 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia College announces a new McNair Center for Entrepreneurism in recognition of a $5 million endowed gift by The Robert and Janice McNair Foundation. The McNair Center for…
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USC Symphony Orchestra Announces 2015-2016 Concert Season
July 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The University of South Carolina’s premier orchestra ensemble, led by acclaimed music director Donald Portnoy, receives accolades for its fine performances. World-renowned guest artists join the ensemble…
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UofSC selects Missouri dean as new provost
July 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – When the University of South Carolina launched its search for a new provost, President Harris Pastides set a high bar—find a visionary leader deeply committed to educational excellence,…
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EdVenture announces 12-cent Kids’ Day and new membership offerings
July 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – In an effort to open the museum to more area families during its 12th year, EdVenture announced that it has streamlined its membership program and will also…
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Duke Energy Foundation Supports GSSM’s Virtual Engineering and Outreach Programs
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) received a $50,000 investment from the Duke Energy Foundation to support the School’s Accelerate Program as well as…
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Meadow Glen Middle teacher serves on DPLA national committee
July 27, 2015
LEXINGTON, SC — The Digital Public Library of America selected Meadow Glen Middle Sixth-Grade Social Studies Teacher and House Leader Albert Robertson to serve on the 2015–2016 Education Advisory Committee.…
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Richland One Announces New Principals, Assignments for 2015-2016 School Year
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Richland One announces the following principal appointments and new assignments for the 2015-2016 school year: Kelvin Lemon, former principal at Marlboro County High School in the Marlboro…
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Youthbuild Columbia Student Meets With U.S. Senators Tim Scott and Cory Booker To Share Success Of Youth Job Training
July 27, 2015
Elbert Ruff Shares Personal Story and Experience with YouthBuild to Support LEAP Act COLUMBIA, SC – Elbert Ruff, a student at YouthBuild Columbia in Columbia, SC, met with U.S. Senators…
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Wofford to host Republican presidential candidate Jindal Aug. 20
July 27, 2015
Part of U.S. Sen. Tim Scott’s Town Hall series SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College will be the site for a Town Hall event hosted by U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.)…
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Schneider Electric donation to Tri-CountyTechnical College Foundation
July 27, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Schneider Electric in Seneca made a $5,000 contribution to the Tri-CountyTechnical College Foundation in support of the 2015 Fall Classic Tournament. Here, Larry Smith, plant manager, second…
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McCurry Leads Distance Education Efforts at USC Upstate
July 27, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Dr. David S. McCurry is the director of distance education at the University of South Carolina Upstate where he is leading the planning, development, and administration of all…
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College of Charleston to Host Mayoral Debate
July 27, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – The College of Charleston’s Department of Political Science, in partnership with ABC News 4 (WCIV-TV), welcomes the City of Charleston mayoral candidates for a debate on October…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union Awards $7,500 in Scholarships
July 27, 2015
N. CHARLESTON, SC – South Carolina Federal Credit Union awarded $7,500 in scholarship prizes to three area students. Megan Hunt received the 1st place prize of $4,000. Hunt is a…
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Berkeley County Schools’ Interim Superintendent Makes Statement at Berkeley County Council Meeting
July 27, 2015
MONCKS CORNER, SC – Dr. Mike Turner, Interim Superintendent of Berkeley County School District, made a statement at the Berkeley County Council meeting regarding the proposed ordinance to change the…
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Marla Roberson Joins Greenville Technical College Staff
July 27, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Marla Roberson has joined the staff at Greenville Technical College as the Director of Academic Resources. In this role, she will lead the college’s libraries and computer…
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Bank of America gives Midlands Technical College $50,000 for Student Scholarships
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Midlands Technical College (MTC) Foundation announced a $50,000 grant from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation. The funds will be used to provide tuition assistance for…
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Cheryl R. Holland, CFP ® named to the Clemson University Foundation Board
July 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Abacus Planning Group, Inc., proudly announces that Clemson University has named Cheryl R. Holland, CFP ®, Founder and President of Abacus, to its Foundation Board. The mission…
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Highway 11 Site Recommended for Oconee County Workforce Development Center
July 20, 2015
Partnership between Tri-County Technical College, Oconee County School District, and Oconee County will create a unique center for technical education, work-based learning, and economic development. Next step is approval by…
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Furman University Named “Great Place to Work”
July 20, 2015GREENVILLE, SC—Furman University has once again been designated as a great place to work, according to the most recent survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education. Furman was one of…
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Santuc Precision builds workforce pipeline through nationally-credentialed youth apprenticeship program
July 20, 2015
UNION, SC – Apprenticeship Carolina, an integral part of the SC Technical College System, announced this week that Santuc Precision has established a registered youth apprenticeship program for Machinist. “Santuc…
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Santuc Precision builds workforce pipeline through nationally-credentialed youth apprenticeship program
July 20, 2015
UNION, SC – Apprenticeship Carolina, an integral part of the SC Technical College System, announced this week that Santuc Precision has established a registered youth apprenticeship program for Machinist. “Santuc…
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Incumbent Worker Training program
July 20, 2015
The Midlands Workforce Development Board (MWDB) is now accepting applications for the Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) program. The purpose of the IWT Program is to assist employers in training currently…
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Gallivan Adds to Established Fund at Greenville Technical College
July 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – H.F. “Gally” Gallivan, III and his wife Fielding have donated $25,000 to an endowed fund with the Greenville Tech Foundation. The fund is designed to provide for…
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David Kim Returns to BJU As Artist in Residence
July 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Violinist David Kim will be returning to Bob Jones University this fall as an artist in residence in the Division of Music. Kim will be coaching students in…
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Darlene McElveen Joins Carnes Crossroads Real Estate Sales Team
July 15, 2015
SUMMERVILLE, SC – Darlene McElveen has joined the sales team at Carnes Crossroads Real Estate, where she brings 15 years experience in residential real estate sales in Chicago, Summerville and…
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Franklin Daniels appointed to SC Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation Board
July 14, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Nexsen Pruet attorney Franklin Daniels has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation. He will…
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Franklin Daniels appointed to SC Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation Board
July 14, 2015
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – Nexsen Pruet attorney Franklin Daniels has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation. He will…
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