CCSD announces leadership changes
February 16, 2022Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces the following interim leadership changes: Anita Huggins will serve as the Interim Chief Transformation Officer; Terri Nichols will serve as the Interim Executive Associate …
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Kameelah Martin makes history as College of Charleston’s first Black female academic dean
February 16, 2022Kameelah Martin didn’t set out to be a first, but she certainly always intended to follow her ambitions and carve a path aimed at shedding light on African American studies and…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces a robust 46th season
February 16, 2022
International performers return to Charleston for a program exploring themes of faith, migration, intertwining histories, and reclamations of the past Spoleto Festival USA General Director Mena Mark Hanna announced today…
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Kameelah Martin makes history as College of Charleston’s first black female academic dean
February 16, 2022
Kameelah Martin didn’t set out to be a first, but she certainly always intended to follow her ambitions and carve a path aimed at shedding light on African American studies and…
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Inspired by Gullah Geechee history, Yawkey Foundation donates $1MM to International African American Museum
February 14, 2022
Gift Perpetuates the Foundation’s Longstanding Commitment to South Carolina’s Lowcountry The International African American Museum has received a grant of $1 million from the Yawkey Foundation in support of the…
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MUSC board recognizes critical care nurse, notes fundraising momentum, moves forward on sale of Fort Johnson property
February 14, 2022
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled committee sessions and board meeting on Feb. 9, 10 and…
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Administrative Assistant
February 10, 2022
Administrative Assistant University of South Carolina Upstate TMP00301PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu Perform administrative duties for the Office of Disability Services and to provide assistance to the Director, Assistant Director, and…
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TIME Magazine includes photography CofC professor’s images among best of 2021
February 10, 2022When TIME magazine photography editors looked back at the year 2021 through images, they wanted to pull compelling shots that really exemplified the tumultuous year in politics, pandemic woes and…
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CSU students teach financial literacy in low-income afterschool program
February 10, 2022
Students and faculty from Charleston Southern University are going beyond their four walls of a campus classroom to teach financial literacy to children in North Charleston. This semester the Hans…
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Dr. Kizzi Gibson kicks off campaign for S.C. Superintendent of Education
February 10, 2022
Dr. Kizzi Gibson, a classroom teacher and longtime Republican leader, is kicking off her campaign for S.C. Superintendent of Education this week. She’ll be a candidate in the June 14…
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Teacher at James Simons honored as AllStar Educator by national organization
February 10, 2022
Charleston, SC – Sharon Beeson is committed to serving the students and families at James Simons Montessori School, specifically the children in her Upper Elementary class. That commitment led to…
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South Carolina Department of Education and South Carolina Technical College System announce $11.5 million partnership
February 10, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and South Carolina Technical College System (SCTCS) announced a three year $11.5 million partnership that will grow and expand career and technical education…
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So Much to Love About 529 Plans
February 9, 2022
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Around this time of year, it seems every store I enter is full of heart-covered cards, rose bouquets or some other symbol of love. Whether…
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Reunited after 20 years: The Citadel’s first female African American graduates honored on campus
February 8, 2022The commencement of the Class of 2002 marked a milestone for The Citadel. The first African American women cadets graduated that year, seven in all. Now, 20 years later, the seven…
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Former BMW exec to focus on innovation and industry engagement at College of Charleston
February 7, 2022
College of Charleston President Andrew T. Hsu has appointed former BMW executive Knudt Flor as the senior vice president for innovation and industry engagement and as distinguished professor of practice. “I am…
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10 Black History Month events to check out at the College of Charleston
February 7, 2022Black History Month, celebrated during the month of February, is a time to recognize the accomplishments and reflect on the struggles of African Americans. And, as we look back on…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Application windows for CCSD’s Early Head Start/Head Start and Pre-K/Child Development programs
January 24, 2022
Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) Pre-K application process opens Tuesday, January 25, 2022, for the 2022-2023 school year. The full-day Pre-Kindergarten/Child Development programs are for children who will be four…
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C.E. Williams Middle (North Campus) using bicycles to enhance students’ well being
January 19, 2022
C.E. Williams Middle School’s North Campus is excited to announce that the school will be participating in Outride’s Riding for Focus program. Outride is a non-profit organization that provides an…
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Anonymous donor offers $600,000 match to teen’s MUSC fundraiser
January 19, 2022
Sydney Severance on a mission to bring an upright MRI to University Hospital A generous donor will match up to $600,000 in donations to Operation Upright, a fundraiser started by…
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Cooper River Center for Advanced Studies hosts student showcase
January 19, 2022
Cooper River Center for Advanced Studies (Cooper River CAS) hosted its Winter Student Showcase on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. Prospective students, families, and community members toured the campus and learned…
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The Citadel School of Engineering still one of the top ranked programs in America, again ABET reaccredited
January 19, 2022
Whether the goal is to become a civil, computer, construction, electrical or mechanical engineer, The Citadel School of Engineering continues to be one of the top programs in America when…
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CofC alumnus’ passion for music remembered with new award
January 19, 2022Making music – and sharing it with others – is often a calling as much as it is a skill. The emotion that comes from performing an aching jazz tune…
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CCSD’s School Choice application window launches January 25, 2022
January 19, 2022
Charleston County School District will open its School Choice application process for the 2022-2023 school year on January 25, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. The window will close on February 25,…
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A Conversation with Danny Dorsel, SC Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM)
January 18, 2022
One of the few specialized public residential high schools of its kind, the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) exists to push motivated young learners beyond their…
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Scholarships open the door to philosophical exploration for CofC student
January 17, 2022Understanding the layers of the human condition is complicated. The stories of life and the exploration of questions that define societies and drive personal decision can be fraught with tragedy,…
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Amiridis named 30th president of University of South Carolina
January 14, 2022
Former provost returns to South Carolina after leading University of Illinois Chicago Michael Amiridis has been named the 30th president of the University of South Carolina. Amiridis was selected during a…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces settlement with student loan servicer Navient
January 13, 2022
Settlement includes $1.7 billion in debt cancellation; South Carolina borrowers will receive over $20 million in relief. Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that Navient, known as one of the…
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Charleston School of Law secures 385 Meeting St location
January 11, 2022
The future of the Charleston School of Law has been secured at their present downtown Charleston location for the near future. In addition to having the second and third floors…
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MUSC presenting sponsor of SC7
January 11, 2022
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) became the presenting “named” sponsor of the third-annual South Carolina 7 (SC7) expedition with the University’s sponsoring donation…
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CSU offers area’s only SEVP-certified IEP course
January 10, 2022
Non-English speakers in the Lowcountry may better prepare for higher education in the United States through the Intensive English Program (IEP) at Charleston Southern University. Beginning January 10, participants in…
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U.S. Senator part of celebration to highlight Vision To Learn Charleston
January 10, 2022
School-based vision health initiative will provide K-12 students throughout CCSD with free vision screenings, eye exams, and prescription glasses Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees and staff members…
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Gerry Schauer appointed to the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS’ 2022 Board of Directors
January 10, 2022
Schauer will be responsible for representing and growing the organization and REALTOR brand Avison Young’s South Carolina office announced today that Gerry Schauer, CCIM, a Senior Vice President specializing in…
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