Greenville Technical College employees recognized as educators of the year
March 7, 2023The South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) has recognized three employees from Greenville Technical College (GTC) as Educators of the Year in recognition of their outstanding service and achievement. Chris…
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PC Students Engage in Service Project at Piedmont Presbyterian Church
March 7, 2023
Presbyterian College students gathered at Piedmont Presbyterian Church in Mountville on Feb. 25 for a service project that was as profoundly meaningful to participants as it was helpful to the…
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Converse to Host 2023 Emerging Young Artists Exhibition
March 6, 2023
Converse University’s Department of Art and Design will host the 2023 Emerging Young Artists Exhibition March 13-25, 2023, in Milliken Art Gallery, an on-campus exhibition space with unique visual access…
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Midlands Technical College Foundation announces $150,000 in scholarships
March 6, 2023
Current students can apply now for 87 awards The Midlands Technical College Foundation is making more than $150,000 in scholarships available to MTC students for the 2023-24 academic year. To…
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Lander University College of Education Launches Middle Level Education Degree
March 3, 2023
South Carolina’s future middle school teachers can now choose Lander University to continue their education and launch their careers with Lander’s new Bachelor of Science in Middle Level Education, which…
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March 20 showcase to highlight PTC 2023 travel packages
March 3, 2023
It’s one thing to learn about a place by reading about it or watching a video. To actually experience a place — to see, feel, hear, smell, and taste its…
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Laurens County Museum Lecture on March 7: The Role of Enslaved People, Loyalists, and Native Americans in the Revolutionary War
March 3, 2023
The Role of Enslaved People, Loyalists, and Native Americans in the Revolutionary War The Revolutionary War Lecture Series at the Laurens County Museum continues on Tuesday, March 7, 7:00 pm,…
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Teacher Clothes Closet Returns to Lander
March 3, 2023
When it comes time for student teaching or job interviews, education students often find that they don’t have the clothes they need to look professional. That’s where teacher clothes closets…
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Team Ecology Volunteers Needed
March 2, 2023
Get Ready for Team Ecology! This week long adventure will take place March 28 – 31 at the Joe Adair Outdoor Education Center in Laurens. All of the public school…
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Heyman to receive Distinguished Mentor Award from Martin Center for Mentorship in Communication
March 2, 2023
William “Bill” Heyman, founder and chief executive officer of leading executive recruitment firm Heyman Associates, has been selected to receive the inaugural Distinguished Mentor Award from the newly established Martin Center…
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CCSD opens survey for 2023-2024 Academic Calendar options
March 2, 2023
Charleston County School District’s Board of Trustees approved two options for the 2023-2024 Academic Calendar for public review and feedback this week. Students, staff, district employees, parents, and community members…
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Lander Professor to Discuss African American Athletes and the Olympic Games
March 2, 2023
The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Lander University invites the community to attend a discussion with Dr. Kevin Witherspoon, professor of history, titled “African American Athletes, Race, and…
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Laurens County School District 55 Provides New Mental Wellness Resource for Parents
March 2, 2023
As the pandemic’s unseen costs begin to unfold on the mental health front, some wonder how school children will be impacted. Despite the massive challenge we face, there are growing…
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Upcountry History Museum Exhibit showcases Kenny Rogers’ talents
March 1, 2023
Say the name Kenny Rogers and the first things that come to mind are songs and television movies. The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, offers a…
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PC Welcomes Students to First Annual Jacobs Scholars Day
March 1, 2023
Presbyterian College welcomed students impacted by foster care to campus during the first annual Jacobs Scholars Day on Feb. 20. Two dozen prospective students, 17 legal guardians, and four social…
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PTC Foundation Lacing Up Sneakers for ‘Spring Forward 5K’ on March 25
March 1, 2023
Bolstered by enthusiastic participation and numerous finish line high-fives last year, the Piedmont Technical College Foundation is preparing to hold its second annual Spring Forward for Student Success 5K Run/Walk…
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Greenville Tech Foundation celebrates 50 years of impact in 2023
March 1, 2023
The Greenville Tech Foundation was established in 1973 to support Greenville Technical College’s mission of transforming students’ lives and helping the community thrive. This is achieved by providing a world-class,…
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Thornwell Offers “Strengthening Families” Program to Local Community
February 28, 2023
Thornwell’s Strengthening Families program is seeking Laurens County families to participate in the FREE spring course beginning March 7th. This family skills building group offers parents and caregivers helpful tools,…
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LushAcres Farm Now Open for Field Trips
February 28, 2023
Spring Field Trip registration is now open at LushAcres Farm! LushAcres Farm in Clinton welcomes school groups, community groups, and people of all ages. They provide a fun environment for…
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The Citadel to co-host Black Alumni Collective National Leadership Symposium
February 28, 2023
The Citadel and the College of Charleston will host the Black Alumni Collective National Leadership Symposium, scheduled for March 9 – 12. The event, which will take place on the…
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District 56 Takes Additional Steps for Security at all Schools
February 28, 2023
Laurens County School District 56 has taken additional steps to keep students, faculty and staff safe. The District has purchased metal detectors for use during school and after school activities.…
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District 56 Educator is Recipient of Judy Redman Lifetime Service Award
February 28, 2023
If you know Eddie Marshall, you know his love for reading and children. Marshall has spent his entire career advocating for children and the importance of reading. This past weekend…
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Jacquelyn Carlen becomes CCSD’s Interim Chief Financial Officer
February 27, 2023
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Jacquelyn Carlen as the Interim Chief Financial Officer. Carlen has served as CCSD’s Executive Director of Finance since 2017. Carlen has been responsible for…
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Dr. Giuseppe Gumina Named New Dean of Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy
February 27, 2023
Presbyterian College announced Friday that Dr. Giuseppe Gumina has been named the new dean of the Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. Gumina, currently a professor of pharmaceutical sciences and chair…
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PC’s Esports Program Moving into Capitol Theatre on March 2
February 27, 2023
Presbyterian College’s esports program is moving, as planned, into the historic Capitol Theatre on the Public Square in Laurens this spring. PC has invited the public to a ribbon-cutting ceremony…
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Drew Stevens named ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni’
February 27, 2023
Drew Stevens was just selected as the 2023 ‘Moore School Distinguished Young Alumni Award’ recipient. He’s a Certified Financial Planner with Northwestern Mutual and a partner in the G3 Wealth…
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Admissions Counselor Recruiter
February 27, 2023
Admissions Counselor Recruiter University of South Carolina Upstate STA00207PO23 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The primary purpose of this position is to recruit students, assist with reviewing and processing admissions applications, provide…
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Big Signing Day for Laurens District High School Raiders
February 26, 2023
Last week nine Laurens District High School students signed to continue their athletic careers as they pursue advanced education. Four signed to play college football, one to play baseball, three…
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Exhibition Showcases Creativity of Lander Art, Design Students
February 26, 2023
From a headless Queen of Hearts sculpture to nostalgic black-and-white photography to bright graphic designs, the creativity of Lander University’s art and design undergraduate students is recognized in the 2023…
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Professor’s research helps shed light on 18th-century African remains found at Gaillard Center
February 24, 2023In 2013, the site of the renovation project at the Charleston Gaillard Center became Charleston’s oldest archaeologically excavated burial ground when the remains of 36 people of African descent were…
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Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Experience
February 24, 2023
Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Experience University of South Carolina Upstate STA00221PO23 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Experience serves to increase the awareness of…
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Tri-County Technical College receives SCATCC’s 2022 Equity Award
February 24, 2023The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) awarded Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) the 2022 Equity Award for the collaborative and intentional work achieved by its Men of Color…
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PTC Creatives Bring Home Gold, Silver, and Bronze
February 23, 2023
The marketing team at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently won Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals in the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) 2022 Medallion Awards competition, which…
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Newberry College’s 65th Jazz Festival to feature saxophonist Jeff Coffin
February 23, 2023Historic festival coincides with largest-ever SCBDA jazz event Newberry College invites you to enjoy world-class artists and music at its 65th Jazz Festival, to be held March 3-4 on campus.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Erica Edwards of Low Country Virtual as Educator of the Month
February 22, 2023
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Low Country Virtual’s Erica Edwards as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for February. “The Financial Literacy…
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Lander University, York Technical College Announce Series of Articulation Agreements
February 22, 2023
Lander University and York Technical College (YTC) have announced a transfer partnership for students who are looking to advance their education in a number of academic disciplines. Articulation agreements between…
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PC’s Downtown Clinton Restaurant and Social Hub Opens March 6
February 22, 2023
An exciting new social hub for Presbyterian College students and Clinton residents will open in early March. 112 Musgrove – known simply as “112” – will serve the public as…
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Library Assistant
February 22, 2023
Laurens County is accepting applications for a part-time Library Assistant at the Clinton Branch. The desired candidate will be under regular supervision and performs routine library functions and general clerical work in assigned service or…
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Seven local school board members recognized for reaching highest SCSBA training level
February 22, 2023Seven board members hailing from seven different school districts across the state have earned Level Six recognition in the Boardmanship Institute (BI) sponsored by the South Carolina School Boards Association…
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PC Women’s Basketball to Host Charleston Southern on Saturday
February 21, 2023
Come out on Saturday to show your support for the PC Women’s basketball team as the take on Charleston Southern in critical Big South match up. The game is on…
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South Carolina: Sometimes You Like It, Sometimes You Don’t
February 21, 2023
Sunday, March 12 a special program will be presented at the Laurens County Public Library (1017 West Main Street, Laurens SC). From 2-4 pm the Friends of the Library will…
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Meltdown in Dixie Screening with the Echo Project at Presbyterian College
February 21, 2023
The Center for Creative Partnerships of Orangeburg is bringing the South Carolina focused documentary film Meltdown In Dixie to Laurens County for a community screening on Thurs, March 2nd at…
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Lander Microbiology Students Conduct Research for Good Times Brewing
February 21, 2023
A microbiology class at Lander University can say “cheers” to the nation’s rapidly growing, competitive craft beer industry and know that their research is part of that success. The average…
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Ingram Lecture speaker shares stories of South Carolina’s black history
February 21, 2023
Presbyterian College remembered the forgotten heroes of South Carolina’s black history Monday during the annual Dr. Booker T. Ingram Jr. Convocation and Lecture. CBS political contributor, political consultant, and native…
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USC College of HRSM hosts South Carolina high school and middle school students to demonstrate career paths
February 21, 2023
The University of South Carolina’s College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management has launched a program designed to open doors for young people in South Carolina. The college is bringing…
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KION North America establishes new engineering scholarship
February 21, 2023From its initial South Carolina debut in 1977 as Linde-Baker to the groundbreaking of a new assembly plant in Summerville at the end of 2022, KION North America has been…
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Fort Lindley and Great Cane Brake Battlefield Walks Scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 25
February 21, 2023
Local historian Durant Ashmore will lead interested citizens in a walk back in time with visits to Fort Lindley and Great Cane Brake Battlefields. At Fort Lindley in Laurens County,…
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Emily Schuck to lead enrollment at Furman
February 21, 2023
Emily Schuck has been named vice president for enrollment management at Furman University following a national search, Furman President Elizabeth Davis announced today, Feb. 20. Schuck (pronounced “shook”), who is…
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PC welcomes brightest high school students for biggest scholarship interviews
February 20, 2023
Presbyterian College invited some of the area’s brightest high school students to campus Saturday for the college’s two most prestigious scholarships. Students made their final pitches in the Service Entrepreneurship…
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PC Partners with Lake Institute on Faith and Giving to Offer Course on Religious Fundraising
February 20, 2023
Religious leaders in faith-based organizations and institutions throughout the southeast have an opportunity to discover more about the joys of generosity. Presbyterian College is teaming up with the Indiana University…
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