CSU names interim president; presidential search progresses
July 5, 2023
The Board of Trustees at Charleston Southern University has named Dr. Michael Bryant as interim president as the university continues the presidential search process. Beginning July 1, Bryant will reprise this role…
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CSU earns Gold rank in 2023-2024 Military Friendly® School designation
July 3, 2023
Charleston Southern University announced that it has earned the 2023-2024 Military Friendly® School designation yet again, this year hitting Gold status. CSU moved up the ranks to Silver a few years ago. “As…
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Newest program from The Citadel STEM Center aims to support math education leaders in rural areas
June 29, 2023
Learning to Lead, or L2L, is a five-year project supported by the National Science Foundation’s Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, or NOYCE, that is designed to develop rural mathematics teacher…
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CCSD Trustees approve contract with Dr. Eric Gallien to serve as Superintendent
June 28, 2023The Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees announced that Dr. Eric N. Gallien has been named the district’s next Superintendent of Schools. The Board approved Dr. Gallien’s contract…
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Poole appointed dean for CSU’s College of Health Sciences
June 28, 2023
Dr. Gabby Poole has been selected as the dean of the College of Health Sciences at Charleston Southern University. Having served as interim dean since January 2022, Poole previously served as…
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SC EMS Association receives $35,000 grant from Power:Ed to update and expand training programs to boost EMT pipeline across rural SC
June 28, 2023The South Carolina Emergency Medical Services Association (SCEMSA), a nonprofit dedicated to improving EMS through advocacy, collaboration, and education, has been awarded a $35,000 grant to boost education accessibility in…
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Four education leaders selected for Lifetime Achievement Award
June 27, 2023
Four school leaders from across the state have been selected by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) as 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award winners. This year, Mr. Bobby Cunningham,…
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The Village Group receives $35,000 grant for Plantersville Summer Academy
June 22, 2023
The Village Group, a nonprofit located in rural Georgetown County, working to equip African American youth with the tools necessary to succeed in school and life, has been awarded a…
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International African American Museum to host Smithsonian Museum Men of Change exhibit and events
June 20, 2023
Exhibition profiling revolutionary African American men to launch with opening The International African American Museum (IAAM) will host the Men of Change: Power. Triumph. Truth., as a special exhibition and as a…
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CofC receives STARS Silver rating for its sustainability achievements
June 19, 2023The College of Charleston has earned a STARS Silver rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). The Sustainability…
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Planning survey for CCSD’s 2024-2025 Academic Calendar
June 14, 2023
Following the last academic calendar development process, a group of 56 members of the CCSD community volunteered to serve on a 2024-25 calendar planning committee. All members of the CCSD community…
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The Citadel Board of Visitors elects new chair
June 13, 2023The Citadel Board of Visitors elected a new chair during the board meeting on Friday, June 9. Col. F. G. “Greg” Delleney Jr., ’74, was elected chair, and Col. Peter…
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College of Charleston Board of Trustees sets tuition for 2023-24 school year
June 13, 2023The College of Charleston Board of Trustees voted on June 12, 2023, to hold tuition constant for South Carolina students for the fourth consecutive year. The board also voted to…
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NCHS and REHI Forge strong Partnership to inspire students and promote real estate careers
June 13, 2023
North Charleston High School and Real Estate House International (REHI) are pleased to announce a partnership aimed at empowering students and igniting their passion for the real estate industry. Building…
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South Carolina Department of Education announces new leadership for Allendale County Schools
June 12, 2023
In its role as the managing authority for Allendale County Schools, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced the appointment of Ms. Angela Jacobs as Interim Administrator of the…
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Graduate student spearheads World Oceans Day events
June 8, 2023College of Charleston graduate student Cheyenne Twilley likes the smell of the salty sea air, the sound of water pulling along the coast and the amazing habitats found throughout the Lowcountry. She…
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Rachel Young selected to lead Montessori Community for the 2023-24 school year
June 5, 2023Charleston County School District (CCSD) is excited to announce and welcome Rachel Young as principal at Montessori Community School (MCS) effective July 1, 2023. Young has served as assistant principal…
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Jason Sims selected as principal at Laurel Hill beginning 2023-24 school year
June 5, 2023Charleston County School District (CCSD) is excited to announce and welcome Jason Sims as principal at Laurel Hill Primary School effective July 1, 2023. Sims has served as assistant principal…
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Jon Robertson of Abacus Planning Group appointed as Trustee of Richland Library
June 5, 2023
Abacus Planning Group proudly announces the appointment of Jon Robertson, CFP® to the Richland Library Board of Trustees. Richland Library is a vibrant, contemporary organization that provides resources and information…
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Scholarships available Jazz Combo Camp!
June 2, 2023
The Charleston Jazz Academy is offering four weeks of Jazz Combo Camp in June and July. The camps are a fantastic opportunity for young musicians to hone their skills and learn from…
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Trident United Way’s summer reading Book Drive delivers over 1,800 books to Tri-County Title I elementary students
June 2, 2023Trident United Way’s African American Leadership Council (AALC) marked their 8th Annual Book Drive benefitting Title I schools by delivering over 1,800 books to local elementary students at three Tri-County…
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Task Force releases Teacher Recruitment and Retention recommendations
June 1, 2023
The Teacher Recruitment and Retention Task Force, created by a proviso in the 2022-23 Appropriations Act, submitted its recommendations to executive and legislative leadership yesterday. The full report is available…
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Biology major wins Student Entrepreneur of the Year for kitten feeding device
June 1, 2023Ideas can spark from anywhere. Just ask rising junior Michele Graham. A compelling notion hit her late one night while volunteering at a local animal shelter a few years ago. After…
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CofC School of Business announces introductory HR course for professionals
June 1, 2023The Center for Continuing and Professional Education at the College of Charleston School of Business is thrilled to announce the dates of its highly anticipated SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course. Designed…
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CSU announces new VP for student life
May 30, 2023
Charleston Southern University has selected Rev. Jody Jennings as its next vice president for student life. Jennings currently serves as the vice president for campus ministries and student engagement at North Greenville…
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The Citadel awarded grant to create center for artificial intelligence healthcare research
May 30, 2023
The Citadel School of Engineering is taking a big step forward in artificial intelligence research and development through a grant awarded by the National Science Foundation. The grant, in partnership…
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Assistant Democratic Leader Clyburn delivers remarks on Republicans plan to repeal student loan debt relief
May 25, 2023Today, Assistant Democratic Leader delivered the following remarks on H.J. Res 45, a joint resolution of disapproval that would repeal President Joe Biden’s student loan debt relief plan and reverse…
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LaToya Smith appointed to lead North Charleston Creative Arts beginning 2023-2024 school year
May 22, 2023Charleston County School District (CCSD) is excited to announce and welcome LaToya Smith as interim principal at North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School (NCCAES) effective July 1, 2023. Smith has…
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Lisa Allison selected to permanently lead CCSD Department of Student Support Services
May 22, 2023Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Lisa Allison as Executive Director of Student Support Services. Allison has served in this role in an interim capacity since October 1, 2022. Over…
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GSSM Foundation establishes Waraich Endowment to honor Carolyne Williams, a scholarship fund to benefit students
May 22, 2023
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation announced the creation of the Waraich Endowment to Honor Carolyne Williams, a scholarship fund to help GSSM students and…
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Springfield’s Spencer Quinlan named 2023 CCSD Teacher of the Year
May 19, 2023
Charleston County School District staff members surprised Springfield Elementary School teacher Spencer Quinlan with the announcement that she had been chosen as the 2023 CCSD Teacher of the Year. Lexy…
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MUSC Master of Science in Health Informatics online program reduces tuition, fees for fall 2023
May 18, 2023
Tuition and program fees for the Medical University of South Carolina’s online Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program will be reduced for both full- and part-time enrollment beginning in fall…
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Google announces South Carolina winner of 15th annual Doodle for Google contest
May 18, 2023
The annual Doodle for Google contest returns for the 15th year to showcase student artwork from around the country. Today, Google is thrilled to announce South Carolina’s Haniyah Simone Robinson…
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College of Charleston commencement speakers praise graduates for their perseverance
May 17, 2023Surrounded by the stately moss-draped oak trees of Cistern Yard, friends and family members cheered and applauded as over 900 graduates crossed the stage in two separate ceremonies on Saturday,…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $3 million to preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities in South Carolina
May 16, 2023
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced $3 million from the National Park Service (NPS) to help preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in South Carolina. The…
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U.S. News & World Report ranks MUSC College of Medicine programs among best graduate schools
May 16, 2023
The Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (MUSC COM) is included in both the research and primary care rankings in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 rankings of…
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SC Council on Competitiveness to award 2023 SC STEM Educator of the Year and name new Boston Dynamics AI-enabled robot
May 16, 2023
May 19th Ceremony at Richland District Two R2i2 Student Innovation Center SC Tech, an initiative of the SC Council on Competitiveness (“SC Competes”), in partnership with S²TEM Centers SC, The…
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Erin McGee named Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalist
May 16, 2023
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced the 2022-2023 Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalists last month. Over the course of the next week (Teacher Appreciation Week), we will introduce…
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Spencer Quinlan named Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalist
May 16, 2023
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced the 2022-2023 Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalists last month. Over the course of this week (Teacher Appreciation Week), we will introduce each…
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CCSD Leadership announcements
May 16, 2023
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced and welcome the following new leaders: Bryan Coleman, Principal, Thomas C. Cario Middle School Beth Dillenkoffer, Principal, James Simons Montessori School Latrice Smalls, Interim…
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Former CSU golden gal’s legacy lives on with $1.5 million gift
May 15, 2023
A gift from the estate of a longtime Charleston Southern University employee will bless students for years to come. The gift of nearly $1.5 million from the late Barbara “Binky”…
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Chloe Spitzer named Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalist
May 11, 2023Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced the 2022-2023 Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalists last month. Over the course of this week (Teacher Appreciation Week), we will introduce each…
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SCCADVASA joins the South Carolina Indian Affairs Commission to host a Summit on Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirits
May 10, 2023
#NoMoreStolenSisters #MMIWActionNow #MMIWG2S Columbia, S.C. – The S.C. Indian Affairs Commission will be hosting a Summit on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. The MMISWG2 Summit is part of a movement that…
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More than 11,300 student loan borrowers in South Carolina approved for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
May 10, 2023
PSLF highlighted as Public Service Recognition Week begins Today, to mark Public Service Recognition Week, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced it has approved nearly 616,000 borrowers nationwide for…
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WREN celebrates passage of Paid Leave for Educators in South Carolina
May 10, 2023
Today, the Paid Leave for Educators (H 3908) passed the House unanimously. This bill is off to the Governor’s desk for signature. Soon, more than 55,000 educators in South Carolina…
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Statement from Palmetto State Teachers Association on passage of parental leave benefits bill
May 10, 2023
Palmetto State Teachers Association applauds today’s unanimous vote in the South Carolina House to concur with Senate amendments to H. 3908, a bill that will make educators in South Carolina…
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Harbor View competing in Charleston Dragon Boat Festival
May 9, 2023Who: Students, staff, parents, community members, and media outlets are welcome and encouraged to attend. What: Harbor View Elementary School is participating in this weekend’s Charleston Dragon Boat Festival. A…
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CSU graduates more than 700 students on Saturday
May 9, 2023
Charleston Southern University’s commencement marked some firsts and lasts on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Approximately 710 students graduated with bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Kherry Cohea received the first aeronautics…
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Mary Ford’s Bilsback named Top Five 2023 Teacher of the Year Finalist
May 9, 2023Katie Bilsback of Mary Ford Early Learning & Family Center is in her third year of teaching in the Head Start program for Charleston County School District (CCSD) and works…
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College of Charleston part of educational coalition aiming to change S.C. healthcare using AI
May 9, 2023The College of Charleston is part of a coalition of South Carolina researchers working to modernize healthcare diagnostics and treatment in South Carolina with the use of artificial intelligence. The…
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