USC Upstate Police Department to Offer Self-Defense Class
August 25, 2014
October 13-15 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in the University Readiness Center Great Room ~ SPARTANBURG, SC – The University of South Carolina Upstate Police Department is offering a self-defense class.…
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Presidential International Scholar prepares for journey
August 25, 2014
Wofford student from Charleston, S.C., to study women in Latin America SPARTANBURG, SC – Wofford College senior Lindsey Grace Perret believes everybody has a story, and she’s eager to…
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Homecoming event held at Chapin High School for Miss Teen USA K. Lee Graham
August 25, 2014IRMO, SC – Miss Teen USA K. Lee Graham visited Chapin High School on August 20 for a homecoming event in her honor. With crown and sash in tow, Graham…
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Governor Joins Hundreds in Honoring DeLoach at Coker College Dedication
August 25, 2014HARTSVILLE, SC – During the dedication of the Harris E. and Louise H. DeLoach Center on August 22nd, Gov. Nikki Haley joined with Coker College President Robert Wyatt and other dignitaries to…
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Newberry College, Home of the Wolves, Unveils New Wolf Sculpture
August 22, 2014NEWBERRY, SC – Newberry College today unveiled its new wolf sculpture, a larger than life recreation of the wolf depicted in the College’s logo, to the more than 1,200 students,…
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Clemson Youth Learning Institute names new executive director
August 21, 2014CLEMSON, SC – — Stephen W. Lance has been named executive director of Clemson’s Youth Learning Institutefollowing the retirement of the Institute’s founder and former executive director, Jorge Calzadilla, at the…
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Tri-County’s Foundation Board Welcomes Two New Members
August 20, 2014
PENDLETON, SC – Two Anderson County community leaders have been elected to serve on Tri-County Technical College’s Foundation Board of Directors. Joining the Board’s current members are Moyer Albergotti, of…
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District Five ACT scores among the top 10 in SC
August 20, 2014IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five students again scored among the highest ACT scores in the state, according to new data released August 20. District Five students had an…
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SC Technical College System Names New Associate Vice President for Student Services
August 20, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The SC Technical College System has named Dr. Eric Brown as Associate Vice President of Student Services. Prior to this role, Brown served as Vice President for Student…
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New Study Reveals Economic Impact of Aerospace Industry in SC
August 20, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – The aerospace cluster has a $17.4 billion economic impact on South Carolina and supports more than 102,000 workers, according to a study conducted by Joseph Von Nessen, a…
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The Grainger Foundation Supports Tri-County Technical College, Welding Department
August 20, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – The Grainger Foundation, an independent, private foundation, donated $5,000 to Tri-County Technical College in support of the expansion of the cutting lab in its Welding department. “This grant will…
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Clemson math experts offer helping hand to researchers
August 19, 2014CLEMSON, SC — A group of Clemson University math experts has begun working to expand a center that helps researchers analyze the massive amounts of data they collect as they…
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Ann Hall Receives Tri-County’s Presidential Medallion for Staff Excellence
August 18, 2014
PENDLETON, SC – Ann Hall, accounting manager for the Business Affairs Division at Tri-County Technical College, was honored Thursday (August 14) with the highest award given for staff excellence at…
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Jaime Cox of Greenville Tech Named to American Lung Association Board
August 18, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Jaime Cox, director of clinical studies for the Respiratory Therapy program at Greenville Technical College, has been named to the board of directors for the American Lung…
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New courses open door to powerful computing techniques
August 18, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University Monday announced that it has been named a CUDA® Teaching Center by NVIDIA®, the world leader in visual computing. As a CUDA Teaching Center, Clemson…
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Doctoral student invited to prestigious Lindau Nobel Laureate meeting
August 18, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University economics Ph.D. candidate Anna Chorniy was invited to attend the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting on Economics Sciences this month in Lindau, Germany. These annual scientific conferences invite Nobel…
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2014-2015 School Year Begins for Richland One Students, New Principals
August 18, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – On Monday, August 18 Richland One will welcome back its 23,000 students as they begin another exciting year dedicated to academic excellence. Students at nine schools will…
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Graham Introduces Bill to Designate ‘Manufacturing Universities’
August 18, 2014
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has introduced bipartisan legislation with Senator Chris Coons (D-Delaware) to help schools strengthen their engineering programs to meet the growing demands of 21st century manufacturing.…
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District Five superintendent again earns high marks on board evaluation
August 18, 2014
IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five Superintendent Dr. Stephen Hefner once again earned high marks for his job performance during an open evaluation at the Monday, August 11 school…
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Anderson University Shatters Enrollment Record
August 18, 2014
ANDERSON, SC – By far, the largest freshman class in Anderson University history will move into the residence halls on campus Saturday morning. 657 freshmen, an increase of 150 or…
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Tri-County Faculty and Staff Receive Awards for Service to College and State
August 18, 2014
PENDLETON, SC – A Tri-County Technical College employee was recognized for four decades of service to the College and the State at an annual convocation. Glenn Hellenga, of Townville, director…
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UofSC sees rise in research funding; new record for federal grants
August 18, 2014COLUMBIA,SC – Research funding and sponsored awards at the University of South Carolina have been trending upward consistently for more than a decade. The trend continued in fiscal year 2014, with…
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Coker College Unveils New Additions to Student Center
August 15, 2014
HARTSVILLE, SC – Coker College held a grand opening today for the newly renovated Cobra Cafe, featuring new additions WOW American Grill and Wingery and We Proudly Serve Starbucks station. “We…
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Arizona State president to provide keynote address at Clemson Convocation
August 15, 2014
CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University will formally begin its 122nd academic year at the 2014-15 Victor Hurst Convocation at 9 a.m. Tuesday at the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts. Michael…
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Turfgrass researcher McCarty earns recognition from Crop Science Society
August 14, 2014CLEMSON — A Clemson University horticulture science professor and renowned researcher in the area of turfgrass physiology, pathology and management will be honored with two top awards given by the…
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Architect of ‘New American University’ to help launch Clemson’s academic year
August 14, 2014
CLEMSON, SC – Clemson University will begin the school year by turning the spotlight on a university president who has built a national reputation for making higher education accessible to…
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Female freshmen and their recruiter get knob haircuts; donate to Locks of Love
August 14, 2014Urban Nirvana salon happy to help the students “come into their own” CHARLESTON, SC – Move in day for freshmen at The Citadel is Saturday, August 16. Female cadets in The Citadel’s class…
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Class of 1964 Commissions Statue Representing Winthrop’s History
August 14, 2014
ROCK HILL, SC – This fall, students strolling down Winthrop University’s Scholars Walk will be greeted by a new face – one that illustrates both the university’s history as a…
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Cliffs Donates Place Settings to Culinary Institute of the Carolinas at Greenville Technical College
August 14, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – China and glassware valued at more than $27,000 have been donated to the Culinary Institute of the Carolinas at Greenville Technical College by The Cliffs. The donation…
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Coker College Honored as a College of Distinction
August 14, 2014
HARTSVILLE, SC – Coker College has been honored as a College of Distinction for the 2014-2015 school year. Coker is one of a select group of colleges to earn this prestigious…
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Midlands student awarded Unum scholarship
August 13, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – A young man’s plan for a musical education will be aided by one of 10 national scholarships to families of Unum employees. Theodore Nagelvoort plans to attend…
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National association honors MTC’s Sonny White and Bill Mulkey
August 13, 2014White and Mulkey win regional awards from Association of Community College Trustees COLUMBIA, SC – MTC president Dr. Marshall “Sonny” White, Jr., and Radiologic Technology program director Dr. Bill Mulkey…
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SchoolWheels Direct Launches Service in Charleston, Hosts Open House This Friday
August 13, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – SchoolWheels Direct, a subsidiary of Student Transportation Inc., North America’s third-largest and most progressive provider of school bus transportation services, will host an open house on Friday,…
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Coker College Honored as a College of Distinction
August 12, 2014
HARTSVILLE, SC – Coker College has been honored as a College of Distinction for the 2014-2015 school year. Coker is one of a select group of colleges to earn this prestigious…
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Lexington One hires Heap
August 12, 2014
LEXINGTON, SC – At a Special Called Board Meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees held August 8, 2014, the board approved the administration’s recommendation to…
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Hundreds donate food, school supplies at District Five Stuff-A-Bus event
August 11, 2014IRMO, SC – Hundreds of community members donated food items and school supplies at a recent Stuff-A-Bus event sponsored by Lexington-Richland School District Five, the District Five Foundation and…
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Lexington One announces transfer
August 11, 2014LEXINGTON, SC – At a Special Called Board Meeting of the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees held August 8, 2014, the board approved the transfer of Jacob…
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Anderson University Named “Best in Southeast” by Princeton Review
August 11, 2014
AU gains mention for 10th straight year ANDERSON, SC – For the 10th year in a row, Anderson University is one of the best colleges in the Southeast according to The Princeton…
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USC Upstate Enrollment Services Extends Hours for Fall Enrollment
August 11, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Want to be a Spartan this fall? It’s not too late! Enrollment Services at the University of South Carolina Upstate is offering extended office hours from Aug. 13…
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Veterinary Technology Team at Tri-County Retires
August 11, 2014PENDLETON, SC – For more than 20 years, they’ve been best friends. For the last ten, they’ve been co-workers and teammates, working toward a common goal of making Tri-County Technical…
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SMC wins Visionary Award and will be Case Study for Hobsons
August 11, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Spartanburg Methodist College received word last month they were selected from over 2000 clients for a Visionary Award from Hobsons. Hobsons, founded in 1974, helps educators, administrators,…
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965 Clemson students receive degrees; Clements urges them to make a difference
August 10, 2014CLEMSON, SC — Clemson University President James P. Clements urged new graduates, faculty, staff and alumni at Friday’s summer graduation to make a difference in their lives and the lives…
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‘He’s an inspiration to me’; father, daughter graduate together
August 10, 2014CLEMSON — Proud fathers usually watch from the stands on graduation day, but not Eddie Railey. He joined his daughter, Reagan, in the processional on Friday, as they both marched…
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District Five Offers Golden Passes To Senior Citizens
August 6, 2014
IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five is encouraging senior citizens to be involved and active in district-sponsored events and activities. District Five is again offering Golden Passes to residents who…
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USC Upstate, SunTrust Partner for Financial Literacy Program
August 5, 2014
SPARTANBURG, SC – Financial literacy and making solid financial decisions in today’s economy is a must. SunTrust Bank is partnering with the University of South Carolina Upstate’s George Dean Johnson,…
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Furman University Accepting Applications for Corporate Sustainability Program
August 5, 2014GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University is offering a program in the spring of 2015 that will help executives manage the challenges of a socially conscious business environment. The intensive, five-session…
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Butterflies could hold key to probes that repair genes
August 5, 2014Clemson University research enters new phase CLEMSON, SC – New discoveries about how butterflies feed could help engineers develop tiny probes that siphon liquid out of a single cell…
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The Citadel names Jim Senter Director of Athletics
August 5, 2014CHARLESTON, SC – The President of The Citadel, Lt. Gen. John W. Rosa, announced that Jim Senter will be the college’s 12th Director of Athletics. He currently serves as a senior associate…
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Chapin High School’s Mary Margaret Dyches Receives College Scholarship From Workers’ Compensation Insurer
August 5, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Self Insurers Fund is pleased to announce that recent Chapin High School graduate Mary Margaret Dyches was the recipient of a $1,000 award from the Self Insurers Fund 2014 Scholarship Program. An…
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Provost Academy Grads Awarded Over $640,000 in College Scholarships
August 5, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – In addition to being the largest graduating class in the five-year history of one of South Carolina’s first online public high schools, members of Provost Academy South Carolina’s…
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