Sherman College releases Presidential profile, begins accepting applications
July 13, 2022
The Sherman College Board of Trustees and Diversified Search Group are now accepting nominations and applications for the institution’s sixth president. The college has posted a position description and all…
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Greenville Technical College Dental Hygiene students attend National Conference
July 12, 2022
Karen Luna and Margaret Gergley, students in the Dental Hygiene program at Greenville Technical College (GTC), represented the college and dental hygiene students across the state at the American Dental…
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Clemson scientists join nationwide laboratory aimed at reducing phosphorous use
July 11, 2022
Scientists at Clemson University have joined a national research effort focused on developing solutions that will make the use of phosphorous — a finite element essential to food production —…
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Angela Crosland named SCSBA Director of Communications
July 11, 2022
Angela Crosland has been named Director of Communications for the South Carolina School Boards Association (SCSBA). Crosland is a familiar face at the SCSBA after having previously served as the…
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Just Say Something announces its partnership with technology company Unite Us
July 7, 2022
Just Say Something has joined Unite Us in South Carolina. As a partner, Just Say Something is now part of a statewide network of organizations with access to a multitude…
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In Literacy Corner, ‘the curriculum is the children’
June 30, 2022
Program prepares teachers in literacy coaching, aims to shore up teacher vacancies in S.C. Some call it EDRD-966: Advanced Practicum in Literacy Coaching. Others know it as Literacy Corner. Whatever the…
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Spartanburg Community College taps Ethan Burroughs as new Vice President of Economic Advancement
June 30, 2022
Today, Spartanburg Community College announced the hiring of Mr. Ethan Burroughs as the College’s new Vice President of Economic Advancement. Having served as a Market President and Commercial Relationship Manager…
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United Bank assists with emergency student needs at Greenville Technical College
June 28, 2022
United Bank has donated $2,500 to the Greenville Tech Foundation to be used for the Emergency Student Needs Fund. This gift will assist students who have unmet critical needs, providing…
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Richard Stratton named Dean of the BJU School of Business
June 27, 2022
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced today the appointment of Richard Stratton as dean of the School of Business effective August 1. Stratton succeeds Mike Buiter who is transitioning to a…
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Fifty-three complete Doctor of Chiropractic program at Sherman College
June 27, 2022
Fifty-three students from across the U.S. received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, June 11, 2022. The college’s 143rd commencement was…
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Agreement expedites transfer to Coastal Carolina University for PTC commercial art program graduates
June 22, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and Coastal Carolina University (CCU) recently formalized an agreement designed to expedite the transfer process for eligible PTC Commercial Art AAS graduates. The move establishes a…
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PC offers $60 million in scholarships to Palmetto Girls State participants
June 15, 2022
Presbyterian College’s kilt-clad president made a stunning and generous offer Tuesday to each of the 600 Palmetto Girls State delegates. Come to PC and receive a $ 25,000-a-year scholarship. President…
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Donations to TigerImpact now tax-deductible
June 15, 2022
Clemson collective granted tax exemption status based on purpose-driven approach to NIL and charitable work TigerImpact, the purpose-driven NIL collective that compensates Clemson University student-athletes for engaging in charitable work…
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Greenville Tech offers free OB ultrasounds to the public
June 15, 2022
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Greenville Technical College is now booking appointments for free OB ultrasounds at its clinic on the Barton Campus. These ultrasounds are performed by students…
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Clemson University awarded $3.2 million to contribute to development of blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease
June 13, 2022
Clemson University is seeking healthy older adults to volunteer for the Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT) study. This landmark study examines whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the risk of…
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Better understanding of DNA repair protein could lead to novel cancer therapies
June 13, 2022
Summer is here, and that means more time soaking up the sun for many of us. But sun rays contain ultraviolet (UV) light that damages DNA, the part of cells…
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Upcountry History Museum is a 2022 Blue Star Museum
June 13, 2022
The Upcountry History Museum – Furman University has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums initiative, a program that provides free admission to museums for the nation’s active-duty military…
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Police Officer
June 10, 2022
Police Officer University of South Carolina Upstate STA00849PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Campus Police Officer performs the duties of a state law enforcement officer for the University of South Carolina…
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Director of Counseling Services
June 10, 2022
Director of Counseling Services University of South Carolina Upstate STA00848PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Director of Counseling Services is responsible for the administrative management and clinical oversight of the Counseling…
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Associate Director for Student Organizations and Fraternity/Sorority Life (FSL)
June 10, 2022
Associate Director for Student Organizations and Fraternity/Sorority Life (FSL) University of South Carolina Upstate STA00839PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Associate Director of Student Involvement for Student Organizations & Fraternity/Sorority Life…
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Associate Director of Student Involvement for Intercultural Education and Engagement (IEE)
June 10, 2022
Associate Director of Student Involvement for Intercultural Education and Engagement (IEE) University of South Carolina Upstate STA00838PO22 Spartanburg, SC www.uscupstate.edu The Associate Director of Student Involvement for Intercultural Education and…
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PC and Piedmont Technical College address state teacher shortage with new dual enrollment partnership
June 9, 2022
Presbyterian College and Piedmont Technical College are partnering to address a statewide teacher shortage by helping eligible dual enrollment students transfer seamlessly to PC to earn a bachelor’s degree in…
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Wofford selects new VP for campus life and student development
June 9, 2022
Dr. Sandra Rouse will join the president’s leadership team later this summer Wofford College is welcoming Dr. Sandra Rouse as its new vice president for campus life and student development…
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TigerImpact signs NIL deals with student-athlete leaders in every Clemson sport
June 9, 2022
Purpose-driven collective among first in country to achieve milestone With the addition of 16 student-athletes under contract, TigerImpact is now engaging men and women competing in all of Clemson University’s…
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Director of Admissions and Recruitment
June 8, 2022
Director of Admissions & Recruitment School of Pharmacy – Presbyterian College Location: Clinton, South Carolina Job Description Summary: Develop and implement a strategic recruitment plan that includes outreach to 2-…
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Arts Grow SC to expand, first executive director named
June 8, 2022
The South Carolina Arts Commission and the South Carolina Department of Education announce the expansion of Arts Grow SC as a permanent fixture in the state’s arts learning landscape. An…
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Personable PTC alumnus relishes collaborative work of ‘Selling Greenwood’
June 8, 2022
Billy Ray Morgan is a high-touch kind of guy. On any given day, he has hummingbirds eating right out of his hand. And humans like him, too. That’s because the…
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Finalists for the 2022 South Carolina Young Filmmakers Project include high school students from across the state
June 8, 2022
A special screening and awards event will be hosted in Columbia on June 11 After a record number of entries and an exhaustive judging process, the 2022 South Carolina Young…
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U.S. House recognizes link between diet and health; UofSC Greenville supports national initiative.
June 6, 2022
In a groundbreaking measure, members of the U.S. House of Representatives have recognized the crucial role of lifestyle medicine in medical school education. The bipartisan resolution, authored by Congressman James…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes 20 educators in SC Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program
June 6, 2022
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis is pleased to recognize the third cohort of 20 educators who have qualified to become South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teachers. Launched in January 2020,…
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‘We’re Back!’ – Dinosaurs reawaken at Upcountry History Museum
June 6, 2022
Hear the roars, feel the rattle of pounding footsteps, and marvel at the incredible creatures in the world of Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice, the newest exhibition opening at…
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Just Say Something holds Honey Baked Ham Father’s Day Fundraiser
June 5, 2022
Just Say Something is holding an online, Honey Baked Ham Father’s Day Fundraiser on Father’s Day, June 19, 2022 to “Celebrate Dads and Family” sitting down to eat dinner together.…
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Grant funding for Greenville Technical College’s Upward Bound Program renewed
June 1, 2022
A grant from the U.S. Department of Education funding the Upward Bound program at Greenville Technical College (GTC) has been renewed for a five-year period. GTC will receive $1.5 million…
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ElevatED4SC video podcast challenges business leaders to see education differently
May 31, 2022
The final episode of the ElevatED4SC video podcast’s first season looks at real-life solutions reflecting hope for South Carolina education through the eyes of a successful business leader. This episode…
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Clemson program earns ‘A+’ ranking for preparing elementary math teachers
May 31, 2022
Nothing is better on a report card than an “A+,” which is just the grade that Clemson’s elementary math education program has received on the national stage. The Clemson University…
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$2 million gift endows Clemson University Wood Utilization + Design Institute directorship
May 31, 2022
Micky and Amy Scott have gifted $2 million to the Clemson University Wood Utilization + Design Institute to endow the institute’s directorship. The Patricia “Pat” Layton Endowed Directorship is named in honor…
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Clemson-led research teams launch rockets into aurora borealis to study energy exchange
May 31, 2022
As the Northern Lights danced over Poker Flat Research Range near Fairbanks, Alaska, early one morning in April, a team of researchers led by Clemson University assistant professor of physics Stephen Kaeppler launched a…
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Bank of America continues to support African American Male Scholars Initiative at Greenville Technical College
May 26, 2022
Bank of America has partnered with Greenville Technical College (GTC) to address racial and gender achievement gaps through intensive case management and personalized support services, with a recent $50,000 gift…
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Host a book drive to support the Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book sale
May 25, 2022
Greenville Literacy Association (GLA) is seeking partners to host a book drive in support of the Really Good, Really Big, Really Cheap Book sale. Businesses, community groups, churches, and others…
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Greenville Technical Charter High School graduates earn 14 Associates Degrees and over 3 million dollars in scholarships
May 24, 2022
Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) will hold their graduation ceremony today (May 24, 2022) at Timmons Arena at 4:30 p.m. This year’s graduating class has been offered over 3…
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U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights reaches agreement to resolve restraint and seclusion compliance review of Horry County Schools in South Carolina
May 24, 2022
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) on Monday resolved a compliance review of the Horry County Schools in South Carolina. The district committed to take steps…
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Fernandez to lead Newberry College Teacher Education
May 24, 2022
Newberry College has named Dr. Susan Fernandez as dean of education. Fernandez comes to Newberry from Lander University, where she served as the chair of the Department of Teacher Education…
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Greenville Literacy Association receives grant to expand training and career counseling
May 23, 2022
Greenville Literacy Association (GLA) received a grant on May 19, 2022 from Greenville Women Giving to expand its Training and Career Counselor role to ensure more of its students can…
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LaunchGVL celebrates student interns, awards scholarships
May 18, 2022
Greenville Chamber, Greenville County Schools Partner to Honor LaunchGVL Participants and Present Scholarships LaunchGVL hosted a celebration event on Tuesday, May 17 honoring 2021/2022 student interns and their employers. During…
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Katy Hardy receives Presidential Medallion for Instructional Excellence
May 17, 2022
Kathleen (Katy) Hardy, program director for the School of Humanities and Social Sciences in Tri-County Technical College’s Arts and Sciences Division, was honored May 6 with the highest award presented…
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Randy Price receives Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award at Tri-County Technical College
May 17, 2022
Randy Price, who has taught for Tri-County Technical College’s welding program for 27 years, received the College’s 2022 Adjunct Faculty Presidential Award May 6. This award is given annually at…
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Spartanburg Community College concurrent enrollment program becomes first in South Carolina to receive NACEP accreditation
May 17, 2022
Today, Spartanburg Community College announced its concurrent enrollment program has received full accreditation from the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP) Accreditation Commission, the nation’s only accrediting body for…
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PTC Horticulture Director earns arborist credential
May 17, 2022
As a conscientious and devoted educator, Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Horticulture Program Director Daniel Greenwell teaches not just the “how” or the “when” but the “why” of every landscape practice.…
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SCATCC announces 2022 award winners
May 17, 2022
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners (SCATCC) announces the selection of its 2022 award winners. Commissioner Leadership, Garry Powers, Midlands Technical College Honors an individual who has made…
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Three Upstate residents honored by Sherman College of Chiropractic
May 16, 2022
Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg has honored three local residents and college employees with awards. Dr. Jaime Browning of Simpsonville, SC, has been named Chiropractor of the Year; Dr.…
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