Fairness Grounds Lisa Toland’s Approach to leadership at PTC
March 28, 2024Lisa Toland admits she wasn’t very good when she played the clarinet in her high school band. The alto-voiced go-getter also claims to be on the tone-deaf side, even though…
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Agreement with Coker University benefits PTC business graduates
March 28, 2024Thanks to a new partnership, students who earn an associate in applied science degree in business from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) can now transfer seamlessly to Coker University to earn…
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Prisma Health donates ambulance to C.A. Johnson High School; Health Sciences Magnet Program introduces EMT pathway
March 28, 2024Richland One’s health sciences magnet program at C.A. Johnson High School now has a new tool to help students become emergency medical technicians (EMTs). Prisma Health donated a decommissioned ambulance…
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Alumnus inaugurated as CSU’s fourth president
March 28, 2024Charleston Southern University inaugurated B. Keith Faulkner as the university’s fourth president Monday, March 25 in a service in Lightsey Chapel. Faulkner was unanimously elected by the Board of Trustees…
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PTC Foundation director exemplifies goal of technical college mission
March 27, 2024Fran Wiley, the Piedmont Technical College Foundation’s associate vice president for development, is a living, breathing example of the best that our technical college system produces. A PTC alumna from…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes William Smyly of Colleton County High School as Educator of the Month
March 27, 2024South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Colleton County School District’s William Smyly of Colleton County High School in Walterboro as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for…
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The South Carolina Quantum Association: Championing Talent and Technology
March 27, 2024The South Carolina Quantum Association (SC Quantum) officially announces a groundbreaking initiative to champion the advancement of quantum talent and technology in South Carolina through $15 million in funds appropriated…
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Laurens County School District 56 Announces Teachers of the Year for 2024-2025
March 27, 2024Laurens County School District 56 (LCSD56) recently announced its Teacher of the Year for each school for the 2024-2025 academic year. The selection process involved each school nominating candidates, followed…
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Student research launching to International Space Station
March 27, 2024Midlands Technical College (MTC) has been selected as one of 37 communities to participate in the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP) Mission 18 that will send research work done by…
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Dr. Tracy Hudgins of Greenville Technical College selected for USC Nursing Leadership Program
March 27, 2024Dr. Tracy Hudgins, academic program chair for the Nursing Department at Greenville Technical College (GTC), has been selected to participate in the 2024-2025 Amy V. Cockcroft Leadership Fellowship with the…
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Columbia College hosts Congressman James Clyburn and Secretary Xavier Becerra for roundtable discussion
March 27, 2024Columbia College was proud to host Congressman James Clyburn (SC-06) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra for a roundtable discussion as part of their…
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Mr. Lander 2024 Crowned
March 27, 2024Fort Mill native Dillon Hassing, a junior computer information systems major, claimed the title of Mr. Lander 2024 at the recent Mr. Lander Pageant. Held on March 23, the event…
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Historic Columbia’s Palladium Tour coming to Wales Garden on April 7
March 27, 2024Fifth annual tour of homes explores the unique style and complex history of this downtown neighborhood Palladium, Historic Columbia’s group of diverse professionals who support the mission of the…
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Clinton High School Winter Guard Takes Second Place at CWEA Competition
March 27, 2024In a display of talent and dedication, the Clinton High School Winter Guard clinched second place at the Carolina Winter Ensemble Association (CWEA) competition on Saturday, March 23, held at…
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Lander University and Old Main Singers to Hold Spring Concert, Bidding Farewell to Long-time Director
March 27, 2024The community is invited to join the Lander University Department of Music for an evening with Lander’s two choral ensembles. The University Singers and Old Main Singers will host a joint performance Sunday, April 14, at 4 p.m.…
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Witness the Celestial Spectacle: Solar Eclipse Party at Laurens Library
March 27, 2024The Laurens Library invites you to a Solar Eclipse Party on April 8th, at 1 pm. This gathering promises an afternoon filled with out-of-this-world activities and games, culminating in the…
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Upstate of South Carolina Prepares for Solar Eclipse: Safety Measures and School Closures
March 27, 2024The Upstate of South Carolina is gearing up for the next solar eclipse, slated for Monday, April 8, 2024. This natural phenomenon occurs when the moon passes between the sun…
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Coach Alaura Sharp Sparks Inspiration at Clinton Middle School
March 26, 2024Fresh from guiding her team through an exhilarating NCAA Tournament run, Coach Alaura Sharp of Presbyterian College Women’s Basketball recently brought her winning mindset to Clinton Middle School. In a…
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Laurens County School District 55 School Board Approves 2024-25 School Administrators at Four Schools
March 26, 2024Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) School Board held their regularly scheduled monthly meeting on March 25, 2024. The LCSD 55 School Board went on an Executive Session to…
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Lander Receives Funding for Nursing Technology Upgrades
March 26, 2024Lander University has been awarded federal funding to help improve health care in the state. A total of $2.4 million has beenallocated to Lander’s School of Nursing to enhance facilities…
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Columbia College appoints alumna Sara Snell Whitaker as Assistant Vice President for Alumni Engagement
March 26, 2024President John H. Dozier announced the appointment of Sara Snell Whitaker ‘99, as the Assistant Vice President for Alumni Engagement at Columbia College. Since her graduation, Sara has remained deeply…
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Agreement with Coker University Benefits PTC Business Graduates
March 26, 2024Thanks to a new partnership, students who earn an associate in applied science degree in business from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) can now transfer seamlessly to Coker University to earn…
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A stampede of Showoffs are heading to Harbison Theatre
March 25, 2024Annual MTC talent competition featuring students, alumni, faculty, and staff returns! Midlands Technical College Mavericks will compete in MTC’s annual talent competition, the MTC Showoff, this Saturday, March 30. Auditions…
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Clemson’s College of Architecture launches new mentorship program to connect academics with professional practice
March 25, 2024By Bill Bates The School of Architecture’s Bachelor of Arts in Architecture program is working to connect undergraduate architecture majors with architecture mentors through a new mentorship initiative for students,…
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Mount Pleasant Chamber scholarship opportunity for high school seniors
March 25, 2024The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) has announced scholarship applications are open for 2024 high school seniors residing East of the Cooper. Applications for the $4000 scholarship are due…
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CCSD recognizes Star Principals of 2024
March 25, 2024Charleston County School District (CCSD) staff, including Superintendent of Schools Anita Huggins, honored six Star Principals on Monday, March 18, 2024, with surprise announcements at their schools. These administrators were…
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Global Charleston opens on campus of Charleston Southern
March 25, 2024Global Charleston, the One Region Roadmap lead agent for the global fluency arm, officially opened its office after a ribbon cutting ceremony on the campus of Charleston Southern University Friday,…
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School district five custodian nominated for National LifeChanger of the Year Award
March 25, 2024Dutch Fork High School custodian Fredrick Ruff has been nominated for National Life Group’s 2023-24 LifeChanger of the Year award. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, LifeChanger of the…
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Converse receives $1M to support adult learners, veteran services
March 25, 2024Converse University will revitalize its long-standing program for adult learners and enhance its veteran services, all thanks to a partnership with Spartanburg Academic Movement’s newest philanthropic endeavor, Movement 2030. As one of…
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Discover the StoryWalk® Trail: Books & Blankets Event
March 24, 2024The Joe R. Adair Outdoor Education Center, The Laurens County Literacy Association and Laurens County First Steps will celebrate the grand opening of the first Laurens County First Steps StoryWalk®…
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Laurens City Fire Gauging Interest for Teen First Responder Camp
March 22, 2024The Laurens City Fire Department is on a mission to give back to the community while educating its youth. They’re interested in offering a free week-long camp for teens aged…
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Lander University Hosts Graduate Fair Ahead of Spring Commencement
March 22, 2024The Graduate Fair at Lander University offers students more than just an opportunity to pick up their caps and gowns ahead of the Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony, scheduled for May…
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Lexington One Board of Trustees names three Superintendent-elect/Superintendent finalists
March 21, 2024Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees unanimously selected Dr. Chris Ballenger, Mr. Keith Price, and Dr. Erin Slater as the finalists for the position of Superintendent-elect/Superintendent. A total…
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Cooper named Lexington One’s chief operations and student services officer
March 21, 2024At the March 19 board meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees named Clark Cooper the district’s new chief operations and student services officer. Cooper currently serves…
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Program spotlight: Richland One’s Teacher Cadet Program provides insight into teaching profession for high school students
March 21, 2024Dreher High School junior Mia Amos has always had a passion for music and she hopes to become a music teacher one day. She joined Richland One’s Teacher Cadet Program…
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GSSM honors SCbio at 30th Annual Townes Award celebration
March 21, 2024SCbio, South Carolina’s only economic development organization exclusively focused on building, advancing and growing the life sciences industry, was awarded the prestigious Townes Award by the South Carolina Governor’s School…
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PTC Foundation Director Exemplifies Goal of Technical College Mission
March 21, 2024Fran Wiley, the Piedmont Technical College Foundation’s associate vice president for development, is a living, breathing example of the best that our technical college system produces. A PTC alumna from…
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Lander Ring Ceremony recognizes collegiate milestone
March 20, 2024Class rings represent achievement and the pride a person has in the institution of their academic career. To recognize the importance of its future alumni, Lander University held its fourth…
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Visions Unveiled’ highlights art of Lander’s MAT students
March 19, 2024“Visions Unveiled,” the third exhibit of artwork created by students enrolled in Lander University’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, recently made its debut at the University’s art gallery.…
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Lowcountry Youth Services receives $40,000 grant from Power:Ed to expand youth development and mentoring programs
March 19, 2024Lowcountry Youth Services (LYS) has earned a $40,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support middle and high school youth in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester…
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Acclaimed novelist headlines Clemson University’s Upstate Symposium, exploring the University’s connection to the region
March 18, 2024Acclaimed Appalachian novelist and Clemson alumnus Ron Rash will keynote Clemson University’s Upstate Symposium on April 4-5 at the Barnes Center. Through a series of round table discussions by cross-disciplinary…
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Cultivating the entrepreneurial spirit: The Powers College of Business hosts the second annual Powers Pitch Competition
March 18, 2024The atmosphere was electric at the Powers Pitch Competition as student entrepreneurs engaged in conversation around Phyfer Auditorium, explained their business models, described their products, and answered questions. This spring,…
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Dr. Larry Miller of Greenville Technical College named to Complete College America’s Council on Equitable AI
March 18, 2024Dr. Larry Miller, vice president of learning and workforce development at Greenville Technical College, has been invited to join the Complete College America Council on Equitable Artificial Intelligence (AI). Miller…
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New Masters programs at Furman
March 15, 2024DLI alumni and leaders across the state of South Carolina, From time to time we share information about programs and events that may be of interest to you. Please see…
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Overdue: Curated for the Creative set for Friday, March 15th
March 13, 2024Join Richland Library for This FREE, After-Hours Program WHAT: Overdue WHEN: March 15 | 7-11 p.m. WHERE: Richland Library Main(1431 Assembly St., 29201) WHO: Adults, ages 18 & older Experience a night of creativity and…
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City of Charleston invites high school students to apply for Mayor’s Youth Commission
March 13, 2024The City of Charleston is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Mayor’s Youth Commission (MYC). This esteemed commission provides a platform for rising 9th through 12th-grade…
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PTC announces recipients of NISOD Excellence Awards
March 13, 2024Piedmont Technical College (PTC) is proud to announce its recipients of the annual National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Awards. This year’s honorees from PTC are Lakeya…
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Lander’s Mentley to Discuss History of Pilgrimage in Community Lecture
March 13, 2024The community is invited to join Lander University and the Arts Center of Greenwood for the sixth and last installment of the 2023-24 Community Lecture Series Tuesday, April 2, at…
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Award-Winning MODELS Academy: Transforming the lives of African American men
March 13, 2024MODELS Academy at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has been chosen as this year’s recipient of the SC Technical College System’s highly esteemed A. Wade Martin Innovation Team of the Year…
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Unconditional Warfare in the American Revolution
March 13, 2024The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues! Dr. Erick Nason, retired Army Special Forces Noncommissioned Officer and military historian, will speak at the Laurens County Museum on Thursday…
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