Berkeley County Partners with McElveen to Sponsor Academy
October 9, 2014
MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County School District and McElveen Buick-GMC will sign a partnership contract this Friday, October 10 at 2 p.m. at McElveen’s dealership at 117 Farmington Road in Summerville. This is…
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Berkeley County Students Surpass State SAT Averages
October 9, 2014MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County seniors taking the SAT, a national college admissions exam, surpassed the state average this year. The average composite score for district students taking the exam was…
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5 District Five teachers receive statewide social studies awards
October 9, 2014IRMO, SC – Five teachers from Lexington-Richland School District Five have been given teaching excellence awards from the South Carolina Council for the Social Studies. This year’s SCCSS Palmetto Teachers…
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BMW Group’s MINI brand to sponsor CU-ICAR’s Deep Orange 7 concept vehicle
October 9, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC — The seventh generation of the innovative Deep Orange program, a vehicle prototype designed and conceived by automotive engineering students in the department of automotive engineering at the Clemson University International…
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Clemson University to dedicate Erwin Center for Advertising and Communication
October 9, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University officials will dedicate the Erwin Center for Advertising and Communication at 11 a.m. Friday with the formal launch of its innovative communications studio in Daniel Hall. In…
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District Five SAT scores, participation among the top in the state
October 9, 2014IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five has the fourth highest SAT scores among all districts in South Carolina. District Five also leads the state in the percentage of students…
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BHS Dr. Hope Reed to Present at National Association for Multicultural Education Conference
October 8, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Dr. Hope Reed has been selected to present at the 24th Annual National Association for Multicultural Education Conference being held from November 5-9, 2014, in Tucson, Arizona. Her presentation…
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The American Prize rewards the best-recorded performances by individual artists and ensembles in the U.S.
October 8, 2014The American Prize rewards the best-recorded performances by individual artists and ensembles in the U.S. COLUMBIA, SC – The American Prize announced the winners and runners-up in the college/university division…
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Opera at USC opens the season with Hänsel und Gretel
October 8, 2014November 7 and 8, 2014 ~ Folk tune-inspired music and a special guest bring the Grimm Brothers classic to life Nov. 7–9 A fairy-tale opera based on the Brothers Grimm…
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Henderson Receives Palmetto Teachers of Excellence Award
October 8, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Council for the Social Studies (SCCSS) recently honored Loyd Henderson, Social Studies department chair at Travelers Rest High School (TRHS), with the Palmetto Teachers…
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CIU Sells Radio Stations in SC & NC
October 6, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia International University (CIU) has reached an agreement to sell its three Christian radio stations, WMHK 89.7 in Columbia, South Carolina, WRCM 91.9 in Wingate, North Carolina…
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Two alumni, community leader to be honored during Homecoming 2014
October 6, 2014SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College will honor two alumni and a community leader during Homecoming 2014 activities set for Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24 and 25. Other Homecoming activities include…
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CU-ICAR executive director joins SAE Foundation board
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR) Executive Director Fred Cartwright has been appointed to the SAE Foundation board of trustees. SAE Foundation is the charitable arm of SAE…
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Furman Board of Trustees Welcomes Six New Board Members at Fall Meeting
October 6, 2014GREENVILLE, S.C.—The Furman University Board of Trustees welcomed six new members to the board during its fall meeting Saturday. The new trustees are John Donald Anderson of Charlotte, N.C., Christopher…
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Supply Chain Management Major Officially Begins in Fall 2015
October 6, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – The College of Charleston will offer a new supply chain management major in the School of Business beginning in the 2015 fall semester. The South Carolina Commission…
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BHS Dr. Hope Reed to Present at National Association for Multicultural Education Conference
October 6, 2014
BLYTHEWOOD, SC – Dr. Hope Reed has been selected to present at the 24th Annual National Association for Multicultural Education Conference being held from November 5-9, 2014, in Tucson, Arizona. Her presentation will…
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Chapin High School student named SC student correspondent for Shrine Bowl
October 6, 2014CHAPIN – A Chapin High School student has been selected as one of two student correspondents for the 78th Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas, an annual game featuring many of…
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Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Business & Industry Showcase
October 6, 2014ANDERSON, SC – Middle and high school students from Anderson, Oconee and Pickens County School Districts attended the 2014 Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Business & Industry Showcase held October 1 and 2 at…
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Computer Science Professor to Develop Cyberinfrastructure to Look at Data for Climate Change, Sea-Level Change and Volcanic Activity
October 6, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – The National Science Foundation (NSF) is awarding $31 million to researchers, including the College of Charleston’s Jim Bowring, to develop tools, infrastructure and best practices for data…
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Dr. Sam Horn to Join BJU as VP for Ministerial Advancement
October 5, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit named Dr. Sam Horn as Vice President for Ministerial Advancement effective January, 2015. Horn will also serve as Dean of the…
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Charleston Metro Chamber and Community Leaders Announce Yes4schools
October 2, 2014
Charleston Campaign in Support of Education Capital Improvement Referendum Passage will bring $736 million economic impact to the region, create thousands of jobs,alleviate overcrowding and increase safety and technology for…
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USC School of Music opens the W. W. Hootie Johnson Performance Hall with premier ensemble performances on Oct. 12
October 1, 2014Sunday, October 12 at 4:00 p.m. ~ COLUMBIA, SC – Join Dean Tayloe Harding and USC School of Music faculty, staff, and students for the Grand Opening of the W.W.…
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Social Innovation Fund Invests in ICS to Support Early Childhood Outcomes
October 1, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – ICS was awarded with a grant of more than $780,000 to support early childhood outcomes. The grant, provided by the Corporation for National and Community Service’ s…
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Hobby Lobby Lawyer to Speak at CIU
October 1, 2014Oct. 31 at 12:30 p.m. in the Moore Fitness Center on the CIU campus This past spring, Columbia International University alumnus Daniel Blomberg found himself in the middle of…
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Berkeley County Students Excel in Statewide Testing
October 1, 2014
MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County students have exceeded the South Carolina average class scores on end-of-course exams for the fifth year in a row. The South Carolina Secretary of Education…
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Berkeley County Schools Awarded Blue Ribbons
October 1, 2014
MONCKS CORNER, SC – The United States Department of Education announced today that Hanahan Elementary School and Hanahan Middle School were chosen in the 2014 National Blue Ribbon Schools Program. Hanahan…
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Alumni Stanziones give $100,000 to ClemsonLIFE
September 30, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — The ClemsonLIFE (Learning is for Everyone) program will have additional growth opportunities thanks to a $100,000 gift from Clemson alumnus Bob Stanzione and his wife, Kaye. Kaye Stanzione (fourth…
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Economics professor participating in FCC Open Internet Roundtable
September 30, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University economics professor Thomas Hazlett will participate Thursday on a Federal Communications Commission panel on the “Economics of Broadband: Market Successes and Market Failures.” The FCC Open Internet…
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Engineers gathered in Anderson focus on unsung hero of construction industry
September 30, 2014
Brick in the spotlight as Clemson University finishes building ‘hotbox’ CLEMSON, SC – Engineers from across the country are gathering today in Anderson to focus on a building material that…
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Clemson University to begin field experiments on nuclear-waste storage
September 30, 2014
More than 20 researchers to collaborate on study CLEMSON, SC – A team of more than 20 researchers from across the state will begin running field experiments at Clemson University…
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Lexington One offers free computer courses for adult learners
September 29, 2014Thursday evenings from 6–9 p.m. ~ LEXINGTON, SC — The Lexington One Adult Education program offers the following computer courses to adult learners (ages 18 and older) free of charge. The courses are…
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Five new directors elected to MUSC Foundation board; Board officers elected
September 29, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – The Medical University of South Carolina Foundation (MUSCF) has elected five new members: John T. Cahill, Cleveland A. Christophe, Retired U.S. Army Col. Mike Heath, Harold W. Jablon,…
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Five Business Students Earn S.C. International Trade Scholarships
September 29, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – Five College of Charleston School of Business students were awarded scholarships at this week’s 41st annual S.C. International Trade Conference (SCITC). This is the second consecutive year that…
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Clemson University professor recognized for outstanding contributions to the chemical sciences
September 29, 2014
Anthony Guiseppi-Elie’s advances include chip to monitor blood loss CLEMSON, SC – One of the projects that helped a Clemson University professor secure a prestigious honor could allow doctors to…
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Restoration Institute recognized by Charleston Metro Chamber
September 29, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC — The Clemson University Restoration Institute in North Charleston received The Trailblazer Award from the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce. CURI was recognized at the 2014 Honors Night Thursday at…
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Michael Story Painting Workshop Coming to the FAC
September 29, 2014Friday, October 10; Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12, 2014 ~ CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) brings artist Michael Story back to our…
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UofSC breaks ground on new School of Law building
September 26, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – More than 400 law alumni, faculty and students gathered Friday (Sept. 26) to celebrate the ground breaking of a new home for the University of South Carolina’s School of…
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Carolina Prep hosting Fall Festival
September 26, 2014Saturday, October 18, 2014 from noon to 4 p.m. ~ What: Carolina International Prep hosts its annual Fall Festival. When: Saturday, October 18, 2014 from noon to 4 p.m.…
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Wofford College receives $100,000 Mellon Grant to enhance writing, research, digital literacy
September 25, 2014SPARTANBURG, SC – In its commitment to the preservation of the core of the liberal arts, Wofford College will use a $100,000 grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to…
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Johnson Hagood Stadium Enhances Fan Safety with New Bag Policy
September 24, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – To help provide fans with a safe and secure environment to watch Citadel football games at Johnson Hagood Stadium this season, all bags and purses will be…
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District Five announces Top Recycling Awards
September 24, 2014IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Dutch Fork Elementary, CrossRoads Middle and Chapin High schools winners of its 2013-2014 Top Recycling Award. The recognition was created by…
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Cal Collins Named Director of Property Management
September 24, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Lee Property Services welcomed Cal Collins, CPM as the Director of Property Management. Cal brings more than 20 years of property management expertise to the team. His…
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Astronaut who served on three shuttle missions plans to visit Clemson University
September 24, 2014
Friday, September 26, 2014 ~ Fred Gregory’s speech on Friday is open to public CLEMSON, SC – An astronaut who served on three shuttle missions and later became NASA’s deputy…
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PHMS assistant principal selected to participate in the SC-EPFP
September 23, 2014LEXINGTON, SC – Pleasant Hill Middle Assistant Principal Michele Zee is one of 11 leaders from across the state chosen to participate in the 2014–2015 South Carolina Education Policy Fellowship…
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Fleming Named to Steering Committe on the Future of Independent Liberal Arts Colleges
September 23, 2014Project Launches as Converse College’s Internal Study Expands SPARTANBURG, SC – President Betsy Fleming of Converse College has been named to a new steering committee of college and university…
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New technology could open doors to next generation of high-speed gadgets
September 23, 2014
Clemson University team uses light instead of electrical current to carry information Two Clemson University researchers have developed a new technology that could enable gadgets ranging from computers to cell…
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Benedict College to Host Book Signing, Reception For Congressman James Clyburn October 8
September 23, 2014
Wednesday, October 8, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – The Honorable James Clyburn, (D) South Carolina, 6th Congressional District, will visit Benedict College on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 for a book signing of his…
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PHMS assistant principal selected to participate in the SC-EPFP
September 23, 2014LEXINGTON, SC – Pleasant Hill Middle Assistant Principal Michele Zee is one of 11 leaders from across the state chosen to participate in the 2014–2015 South Carolina Education Policy Fellowship…
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District Five middle school students receive Chromebooks
September 22, 2014IRMO, SC – Middle school students in Lexington-Richland School District Five have a new classroom tool. The district began distributing Chromebooks to all middle school students on Sept. 22 as…
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Midlands Technical College Presidential Search Down to Three Finalists
September 22, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – In the final steps of a nationwide search for the next president of Midlands Technical College, three finalists will visit the college in October for meetings with…
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