The Charity Ball Board of Greenville announces beneficiaries for funds raised by the 2021 Rose Ball
April 20, 2021
The Charity Ball Board of Greenville has unanimously selected the beneficiaries for the 2021 Rose Ball. The 26th Rose Ball will be held on Friday, September 24, 2021 at the…
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Coker University receives $5M for campus innovations
April 19, 2021
With the pandemic, economic uncertainty, and enrollment trends disrupting higher education, Coker University is committed to aggressively focus on innovation, thanks to $5M in funding from two family foundations within…
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Final round of the Baker Business Bowl finds new home in Bastin Hall
April 19, 2021An annual tradition with the Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business has a new home on campus — Bastin Hall, the new headquarters for The Citadel’s business school. Now, from inside…
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Native American Studies Center reopens by appointment only
April 19, 2021After closing last March over safety concerns related to coronavirus cases, USC Lancaster’s Native American Studies Center will open on Tuesday, April 20 by appointment only now through August. Advance…
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City of Clinton to Host Fireworks Show for Clinton Seniors
April 19, 2021
The end of the school year always brings a time for celebrating and this year is no different. As they did last year, the City of Clinton will host a…
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Richland Library presents author discussion on educational equity
April 19, 2021
Richland Library is hosting the author of “Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools” and “Sing a Rhythm, Dance a Blues: Education for the Liberation of Black and Brown…
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Statue of Joseph A. Vaughn unveiled at Furman
April 16, 2021Joseph Allen Vaughn ’68 wanted to be just another student. But that was never going to happen. A popular figure on campus, the Greenville native stood out as a member…
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BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation awards 10-year grant to assist minority students pursuing medicine
April 16, 2021
The BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation and the Levi S. Kirkland, Sr., MD Society will continue investing in medical education at the University of South Carolina (UofSC) School of…
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Interns join Chiropractic Health Center at Sherman College
April 15, 2021
Twenty-six interns are now ready to serve the community and see patients at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center, a teaching clinic for senior students in their final stage of…
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Two GTCHS students selected for 2021 SC Teaching Fellows Cohort
April 15, 2021Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) recognized the following students who have been selected for the 2021 SC Teaching Fellows Cohort: Anna Nipert at Anderson University and Jaidyn White at…
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Greenville Technical Charter High School Student Council earns national recognition
April 15, 2021For its exemplary record of leadership, service, and activities that serve to improve the school and community, the Greenville Technical Charter High School student government has been recognized as a…
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M.S. Bailey to Hold Tours for Parents and Guardians of Incoming 4K
April 15, 2021
M.S. Bailey will be hosting several tours and Q&A sessions for parents and guardians interested in the 4K program for next year, 2021-2022. Here is a list of…
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PC School of Pharmacy Receives Longest Accreditation Term in School History
April 14, 2021
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy received continued accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). Now accredited through 2028, the eight-year term is the longest in the School’s…
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Professor of History Wins SCICU Excellence in Teaching Award
April 14, 2021
Imagine a college professor who confesses he may not have anything to teach his students. Next, imagine that same professor being named a college’s Professor of the Year. Then apply…
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Gov. McMaster announces $10.5 million investment in charter schools, workforce development
April 14, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster today announced a $10.5 million investment in South Carolina’s public charter schools and the state’s workforce development efforts through the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) fund. South Carolina’s charter schools will receive $9…
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Jarrard, Nowell & Russell hires William Russell IV as a staff accountant
April 14, 2021
Jarrard, Nowell & Russell, LLC (JNR), a Charleston-based accounting and business advisory firm, has added William Russell IV as a staff accountant. William was previously with Change Healthcare as a…
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College of Charleston to distribute COVID-19 vaccines to students
April 14, 2021COVID-19 vaccines are coming to the College of Charleston. The College has been designated as a COVID-19 vaccine distribution point by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control…
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R2I2 Student Innovation Center wins $65K in Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest
April 14, 2021
Richland Two Institute of Innovation (R2i2) Student Innovation Center is one of 10 National Finalists in the 11th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, a nationwide education competition which challenges…
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Major League Soccer and University of South Carolina announce multi-year education partnership
April 14, 2021
Major League Soccer and the University of South Carolina announced historic multi-year partnership making South Carolina an Official Education Partner of MLS. Through the strategic partnership, MLS players and Greats…
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YMCA of Greenville awarded $5,000 grant from United Bank for RECESS, its program for adults with diverse abilities
April 14, 2021
Greenville County adults with diverse abilities will benefit from grant support of RECESS programming YMCA of Greenville, a cause-driven, nonprofit organization focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility,…
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Nursing major and Academic Success Center tutor ‘thriving’ at Lander University
April 14, 2021
Lander University nursing major MacKenzie Calcutt, of Columbia, attributes her academic success to the smaller class sizes and personal attention she receives from faculty and staff at Lander University. “I…
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College of Behavioral and Social Sciences recognizes student achievements
April 14, 2021
Lander University’s College of Behavioral and Social Sciences held its honors and awards program on Tuesday, Apr. 13, at the Jean Tribble McFerrin Amphitheater located behind Laura Lander Hall. “These…
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Nursing major and Academic Success Center tutor ‘thriving’ at Lander University
April 14, 2021
Lander University nursing major MacKenzie Calcutt, of Columbia, attributes her academic success to the smaller class sizes and personal attention she receives from faculty and staff at Lander University. “I…
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Be Pro Be Proud Provides “Big Rig” Experience to Laurens County Students
April 13, 2021
On Tuesday, over 40 10th graders from Laurens District 55 High School and Clinton High School came out to the Piedmont Tech Laurens Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) to explore…
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Former College of Charleston President Edward M. Collins Jr. passes away
April 13, 2021
College of Charleston President Emeritus Edward McDaniel Collins Jr. passed away on April 10, 2021. Collins served as president of the College of Charleston from 1978 to 1985, and his…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, Superintendent Molly Spearman, SCDOI Director Ray Farmer announce $24.54 million investment in school buses, public transit
April 13, 2021
Second Round of Volkswagen Settlement Funds to Purchase 235 New School Buses, 3 Public Transit Buses Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and S.C.…
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New $10.6M Clemson research initiative seeks genetic answers to human disease
April 13, 2021Genetic networks define an individual’s unique characteristics that – coupled with lifestyle habits and other environmental factors – determine susceptibility to cancers, hypertension, high cholesterol, arthritis, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease and…
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Dr. Barnett Berry, UofSC education professor and founder of ALL4SC, receives prestigious national teaching award
April 13, 2021
A University of SC professor with decades of experience working to advance the teaching profession has received the highest recognition from one of the nation’s leading educational organizations. Dr. Barnett…
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Fitesa gift supports manufacturing students at Greenville Technical College
April 13, 2021
Fitesa has doubled their endowment at Greenville Technical College with a recent $15,000 gift to the Greenville Tech Foundation. The gift creates additional scholarships for students enrolled in manufacturing-related pathways…
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Arts spring into focus at inaugural Lander University Art Walk Uptown
April 12, 2021
The stunning portraits by artist Abigail Lynn were the center of attention by art lovers visiting The Arts Center of Greenwood. Lynn’s artwork was part of the Lander University Art…
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Cole to lead UofSC’s systemwide efforts
April 10, 2021
The University of South Carolina named J. Derham Cole Jr. its Vice President for System Affairs following a vote by the school’s Board of Trustees on Friday (April 9). The newly…
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Clemson University announces fifth annual Men of Color National Summit speaker line up, programmatic enhancements and live broadcast on Rickey Smiley Morning Show
April 9, 2021
Clemson University will host its 5th annual Men of Color National Summit on November 4-5, 2021 with a lineup of national thought leaders for both keynote and breakout speaker sessions…
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Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. PTSD sheet to be the centerpiece of national training
April 9, 2021
17,000-plus law enforcement agencies receiving special document By Alex Junes-Ward An informational one-pager describing PTSD, produced and published by the Richland County Sheriff’s Dept. (RCSD) is being disseminated far beyond…
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Thornwell will Host a Virtual Parenting Workshop – Who’s in Charge?
April 7, 2021
If you’re a parent, you know the power struggle between parents and children is real. But there’s hope. Thornwell will host a FREE and VIRTUAL parenting workshop to learn how…
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Outdoor Festival showcases College of Charleston School of the Arts performances
April 6, 2021
There is no question that COVID-19 has taken its toll on the entertainment industry, but the College of Charleston School of the Arts (SOTA) is bringing it back to life. On April…
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College of Charleston student group aims to improve diversity among medical professionals
April 6, 2021While in between classes at the College of Charleston, senior Katlyne Jeter works on the frontlines of COVID-19 research. The formidable student took a full-time position with Charleston-based Precision Genetics, now Precision…
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Tri-County Technical College freezes in-county tuition for 2021-2022 academic year
April 6, 2021
The Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) Commission approved a freeze for in-county tuition rates for the 2021-2022 academic year. This is the second year in a row that Tri-County has not…
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College of Charleston School of Business receives accolades for multiple academic programs
April 6, 2021
The College of Charleston School of Business has racked up a series of new rankings by various national education publications for its MBA, Bachelor of Professional Studies, international business and overall business…
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UofSC announces strategic partners for statewide cyber ecosystem effort
April 6, 2021
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster and University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen unveiled a statewide initiative in February, 2021 to develop a cyber ecosystem strategy. This plan will further…
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Outstanding Educators from Piedmont Tech Honored
April 5, 2021
Three Piedmont Technical College (PTC) employees were honored recently as Outstanding Educators for the 2019-2020 academic year by the South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) at its annual conference last…
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Lander concludes Race and Identity Dialogue series with two final events
April 5, 2021
Lander University will wrap up its Race and Identity Dialogue in the month of April, with two virtual sessions for students, faculty, staff and members of the public. The first…
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Adjunct faculty event connects applicants with opportunities
April 5, 2021
Greenville Technical College will hold a virtual adjunct faculty networking and hiring event on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. The event is designed to connect qualified adjunct applicants…
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I Am Lander: Terrell Turner helps business owners turn dreams into success
April 5, 2021
Starting a new business during an international pandemic could be a bold move or a potential disaster. Photo: After working at several prestigious Fortune 500 companies, Lander University alumnus Terrell…
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Reading, Writing… and Financial Literacy
April 5, 2021
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Where did you learn about personal finance? Did a patient parent explain the difference between spending for what you need versus what you want?…
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Clemson University partnering with POWERPLANTSC
April 2, 2021
Clemson University President Dr. Jim Clements announced a partnership with POWERPLANTSC, which is preparing for what officials say will be a record 3.3-plus million loblolly pine tree seeds planted across…
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Become a Substitute Teacher Today!
April 2, 2021
Make a difference in a child’s life! Be a Substitute Teacher or Paraprofessional! Kelly Educational Staffing has many opportunities available for Substitute Teachers and Paraprofessionals in Laurens, South Carolina. This…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards $15,000 in innovation grants for K-8 schools for 2021-2022 school year
April 1, 2021
The Lexington One Educational Foundation recently awarded a total of $15,091 in Innovation Grants for K-8 Schools to four schools in Lexington County School District One. These Innovation Grants, valued…
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Laurens School District 55 High School Moves to eLearning for Two Days
March 31, 2021
Due to a significant increase in COVID-19 situations requiring isolation and quarantine of students and staff at Laurens District 55 High School, it is necessary to move to eLearning for…
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PC Alumni Named to Greenville Business Magazine’s 50 Most Influential
March 31, 2021
Greenville Business Magazine has released its 2020 “50 Most Influential and Hall of Fame” winners and entrants, which include two PC alumni. Included in the most influential list are Chad…
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District 56 Announces Three Changes to Administrative Team for 2021-2022 School Year
March 31, 2021
District 56 is excited to announce the following changes to the administrative team for the 2021-2022 school year. Mr. Eddie Marshall, current Principal of Joanna-Woodson Elementary, is assuming the position of…
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