Former Sen. Floyd Nicholson delivers poignant, personal address on civil rights history in U.S.
February 7, 2022
Presbyterian College launched its celebration of Black History Month with a story told not only by someone with knowledge about the Civil Rights Movement during the 1960s but also someone…
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Laurens County School District 55 and DHEC to Provide At-Home Test Kits
February 7, 2022
Parents of students in Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) are receiving a pack of two at-home COVID-19 rapid test kits. Distribution of the test kits is expected to…
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PC Welcomes New Board Members During Spring Meeting
February 4, 2022
Two Presbyterian College alumni are rising to the challenge of governing and serving their beloved alma mater. Columbia attorney Whitney Harrison ’07 and Greenville business leader Chad Prashad ’02 joined…
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Lander University’s Day of Giving, Feb. 11 – 12, coincides with 150th birthday
February 4, 2022
GREENWOOD, S.C. __ The 2022 Founder’s Day of Giving, marking the 150th birthday of Lander University, begins at 9 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 11. For 1,872 minutes, a number that…
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College of Charleston graduate-assistant to lead World Ocean Day efforts in S.C. and beyond
February 3, 2022
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Cheyenne Cunningham, a graduate assistant at the College of Charleston, is directing Global Eco Adventures (GEA) efforts to “clean up” four designated beaches around the…
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Communities in Schools of South Carolina announces transformative investment to help students overcome obstacles to learning
February 3, 2022
$2.5 Million Donation from Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott Will Strengthen Organization’s Impact in Public Schools Across South Carolina Communities In Schools of South Carolina (CISSC) announced today that they are the…
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CCSD recognizes more than 50 student athletes on National Signing Day
February 2, 2022Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to recognize the student-athletes from the Class of 2022 who have signed or will sign a National Letter of Intent on National Signing…
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CofC fourth annual Peace Initiative focuses on the power of connection
February 2, 2022We could all use a little more peace in our lives. However, in these chaotic times that can be difficult – but not impossible – to achieve. The College of…
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Expanded Learning officer selected to participate in prestigious Riley Institute program
February 2, 2022
Harold Sanders selected for SCALE Fellowship Harold Sanders, a 21st Century program officer for Charleston County School District (CCSD) was recently selected as one of the inaugural participants in the…
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CCSD hosting first-ever FACE Expo
February 2, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCCSD) is hosting its first-ever Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Expo, a free conference-style event specifically for parents and guardians. District parents are invited to participate…
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Two young scientists celebrated for exceptional research
February 2, 2022
Two Spring Valley High School students are among the top 300 scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2022, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for…
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Four schools selected to receive Merit Awards from Magnet Schools of America
February 2, 2022
Four schools in Richland School District Two are 2022 Magnet Schools of America (MSA) Merit Award winners. MSA is the national association for magnet and theme-based schools. Sandlapper Elementary School…
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Richland One announces Scholastic Art Southeastern Regional Award winners
February 2, 2022
Ten Richland One students received 2022 Scholastic Art Southeastern Regional Awards and two earned honorable mentions. Dreher High School senior Layla Davis and junior Leo Suggs were named Golden Key…
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Career and Technical Education Month
February 2, 2022
Richland One Culinary Arts Program Provided Inspiration, Training to Personal Chef and Business Owner New York City native Jessica “Chef Pebbles” Daniel began cooking when she was very young, but…
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New video podcast series elevates the conversation around education transformation
February 2, 2022
A new video podcast series launches this week to elevate the conversation around education transformation in South Carolina. Dropping on Feb. 3, the ElevatED4SC vodcast series focuses on moving the discussion…
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Life Cycle Institute Introduces Reliability Engineering Excellence eLearning
February 2, 2022
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) announced the launch of eREE, an online Reliability Engineering training course, through its education entity, Life Cycle Institute. Reliability Engineers are in demand, and eREE answers…
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PTC and Collette Tours Partner to Offer 2022 Travel Opportunities
February 2, 2022
Piedmont Technical College’s Continuing Education Division is partnering once again with Collette Tours to offer a fabulous lineup of travel opportunities in 2022. This year, planned trips include destinations in…
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PC Senior Pursues Dream of Becoming a Professional Musician
February 2, 2022
It is one thing to have a big dream – and another to have the skill and the will to pursue it. Presbyterian College senior Jared Smiling has all three.…
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LCSD 55 to Participate in Greenville Drive Reading All-Stars Challenge
February 2, 2022
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is participating in the Greenville Drive Reading All-Stars Challenge. Started in 2008 in collaboration with the Greenville Drive and Michelin, the Reading All-Stars…
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AFL funds emergency student needs for STEM students at Greenville Technical College
February 1, 2022AFL, an international manufacturer headquartered in Spartanburg, has awarded $10,000 to the Greenville Tech Foundation to assist students at the college who are enrolled in STEM programs when they experience…
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UofSC College of Social Work to develop strategies to combat health care workforce burnout
February 1, 2022
COVID-19 has taken a heavy toll on overworked health care employees as they battle Delta, Omicron and exhaustion. Burnout and stress are making major impacts on the health care workforce in South Carolina, according…
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Laurens County Vet Tech Named NAVTA’s 2021 Veterinary Technician of the Year
January 31, 2022
On January 27, a Laurens County resident received the highest honor in her field. Melissa Entrekin, LVT, VTS (ECC) was named the 2021 Veterinary Technician of the Year by the…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Kurt Stiglbauer of FIVE Virtual Academy as Educator of the Month
January 31, 2022
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Kurt Stiglbauer of Lexington Richland School District 5’s FIVE (Flexible Innovative Virtual Education) virtual academy as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher…
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Sylvan Learning Center’s Joan Russell promoted to Vice President of Operations
January 31, 2022
Joan Russell of Sylvan Learning Center has been promoted to the role of Vice President of Operations. Russell earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Bob Jones University, and her…
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District 55 Announces Free Tutor.com Services in Core Subject Areas
January 31, 2022
Superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas has announced 24-hour access to a free tutoring service available for students in Laurens County School District 55. Thomas presented information about the free service at…
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College of Charleston launches new School of Health Sciences
January 31, 2022The College of Charleston Board of Trustees voted on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022, to approve the formation of the School of Health Sciences in order to meet the high demand…
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Lander Announces Academic Achievements for First Semester of the 2021-2022 School Year
January 30, 2022
Lander University has announced the names of 630 outstanding undergraduates who have been named to the Dean’s List for earning top academic achievements during the first semester of the 2021-22…
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Thornwell Teacher Publishes Article on Personalized Learning
January 29, 2022
Emily Rhodes, a 2nd year Math teacher at Thornwell Charter School recently had an article entitled, “Implementation of Personalized Learning in a New Charter School” published in the peer-reviewed journal,…
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Central Carolina Community Foundation awards more than $8.3 million in grants and scholarships in first half of fiscal year
January 28, 2022
Central Carolina Community Foundation, the Midlands’ leader in collaborative philanthropy, today announced that during the first half of the 2021-2022 fiscal year (July 1 to December 31, 2021), more than…
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UofSC ranked No. 1 in U.S. in sport science
January 28, 2022The University of South Carolina has the best sport science program in the United States, according to the Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments. The ranking, comparing more than 300…
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Chef Bill Twaler named director at Greenville Technical College’s Truist Culinary and Hospitality Innovation Center
January 27, 2022
Chef Bill Twaler has been selected for the role of director at Greenville Technical College’s Truist Culinary and Hospitality Innovation Center (CHI). Twaler has been a vital member of the…
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Non Profit Minute – Allison Fleahman, Project SEARCH
January 27, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Non Profit Minute is an interview in support of the amazing impact that local non profits have on our communities. We would like to thank…
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Avery Research Center receives grant to support oral history project
January 26, 2022
The Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture at the College of Charleston has been awarded $100,000 from the Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation’s new “Broadening Narratives” grant. Broadening Narratives is a groundbreaking…
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Baker School of Business offers top-50 online MBA nationally; best in South Carolina
January 26, 2022
Online business bachelor’s program also earns high ranking at #26 Even as institutions across the country increase and enhance their online education offerings, The Citadel’s Tommy and Victoria Baker School of…
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UofSC announces innovation-oriented statewide event series
January 26, 2022The University of South Carolina announced Wednesday that it will host a series of innovation-oriented events this year, which will highlight research, product development, and concept advancements at the University…
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Laurens County School District 56 Recruitment Fair
January 26, 2022
Laurens School District 56 is hiring and there are many options! On February 5th from 10 am – 12 Noon, District 56 will hold the first ever recruitment fair. So…
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Queen Street Hospitality Group establishes College of Charleston Scholarship
January 26, 2022
Queen Street Hospitality Group has announced the establishment of an endowed fund to provide scholarships to students involved in hospitality and tourism management in the School of Business at the College of Charleston.…
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PC Band Program Sends Students to Intercollegiate Honor Band
January 26, 2022
The Presbyterian College Band Program is sending for the first time three students to participate in the Intercollegiate Honor Band in Columbia, SC, during the conference of the South Carolina…
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Clemson program ranked #1 among national online graduate education programs
January 25, 2022
U.S. News & World Report has ranked a Clemson University College of Education program as the #1 online graduate education program in the nation in 2022. The College’s Master of…
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Leadership Academy holds first 2022 meeting at SC Bar Convention
January 25, 2022
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Leadership Academy held its first meeting for 2022 in Greenville as part of the SC Bar Convention. Participants met SC Bar leadership, took part in CLEs,…
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7th annual African American History Month art exhibition at Greenville Technical College Library features the work of Felicia Greenlee
January 25, 2022
A February 2022 art exhibition at the Greenville Technical College library in celebration of African American History Month will feature the work of Felicia Greenlee. The show will be on…
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CCSD increases rate for substitute teachers
January 25, 2022
The pay rate for substitute teachers in Charleston County School District (CCSD) has increased across all levels. The following changes are listed below: Teacher substitutes with a college degree –…
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CCSD’s “Reading Around the Bases” partnership with Charleston RiverDogs slides into sixth year
January 24, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) and the Charleston RiverDogs, the Lowcountry’s professional baseball team (and Single-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays) are excited to start the sixth year of…
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3rd annual CofC Day is coming
January 24, 2022
From midnight to 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022, during its third annual CofC Day, the College of Charleston will celebrate the 252nd anniversary of its founding. Given the continuing…
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Multi-million dollar gift establishes Hans A. Nielsen College of Business at CSU
January 24, 2022
Charleston Southern University’s Board of Trustees approved the naming of its business school after receiving a $2 million dollar commitment from the Nielsen family. The gift, from alumnus Roger Nielsen and his wife, Joyce, and their children, Brian and Kristen, is in honor…
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The Pitchforks of Duke University return to the Arts Center of Kershaw County
January 24, 2022
The Arts Center of Kershaw County announces the return of the popular all-male a cappella group, The Pitchforks of Duke University, to the Wood Auditorium stage on Friday, February 4…
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Mentoring service empowers Richland One students to win at life
January 24, 2022
It was his rearing as the son of pastors who attended to the needs of others in various ways which began Kelly Simmons, III’s narrative of servant leadership. An essay…
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Mentoring service empowers Richland One students to win at life
January 24, 2022
It was his rearing as the son of pastors who attended to the needs of others in various ways which began Kelly Simmons, III’s narrative of servant leadership. An essay…
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John Maxwell Leadership Forum returns to CIU
January 24, 2022
Influential leadership expert Dr. John Maxwell returns to Columbia International University on March 22 for his fifth Leadership Forum in the Midlands of South Carolina. The event takes place from…
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Former state senator to deliver annual Black History Month address
January 24, 2022
Former S.C. Senator Floyd Nicholson of Greenwood will deliver the 2022 Booker T. Ingram Jr. Convocation and Lecture as Presbyterian College kicks off its celebration of Black History Month. Nicholson,…
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