Just Say Something isFUNraising for the Future!
November 8, 2021
Just Say Something is holding a FUNraising for the Future Social Event, Silent Auction, and Live Auction on Thursday, November 18, 2021 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm at Jack n’ Diane’s,…
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Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) students awarded with academic honors from College Board National Recognition Programs
November 8, 2021
GTCHS students have earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These National Recognition Programs grant underrepresented students with academic honors that can be included on college and…
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Greenville Technical College cuts ribbon for Benson Amphitheater and Pavilion
November 3, 2021
A 2014 gift from Jim and Evelyn Benson has allowed scholarships, expansion, and improvements for Greenville Technical College’s Benson Campus, with the most recent project being an amphitheater and pavilion…
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Free admission for veterans, active-duty military to UHM exhibit, program
November 3, 2021
As the service and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans comes to the forefront this month, the Upcountry History Museum-Furman University, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is honored to be one of only…
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Crawford celebrates first recipients of Courage in Communications Scholarship at USC Upstate
November 3, 2021Crawford, a full service strategic-marketing agency located in Greenville, South Carolina, has awarded its first annual Courage in Communications Scholarship to USC Upstate students Salleah Brown-Massey and Tyone Archie. Crawford…
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South Carolina recognized as leader in K-12 computer science education
November 3, 2021
Today, Code.org and its partners released the 2021 State of Computer Science Education: Accelerating Action Through Advocacy. Published annually, the report provides the most comprehensive analysis of national progress in computer…
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South Carolina recognized as leader in K-12 computer science education
November 3, 2021Today, Code.org and its partners released the 2021 State of Computer Science Education: Accelerating Action Through Advocacy. Published annually, the report provides the most comprehensive analysis of national progress in computer science…
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Furman University announces The Robert and Margaret Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
November 1, 2021It’s easy to get Robert Hill ’83 talking fondly about his alma mater. “It’s fun to talk about Furman,” says the retired executive and member of the Furman Board of…
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Clemson aims to boost organic rice production in salty coastal SC through federal grant
November 1, 2021
A Clemson University-led project aimed at reviving South Carolina’s rice industry has nabbed a federal grant to further its efforts. Given the acronym iCORP — Increasing Coastal Organic Rice Production…
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$2.5M gift to launch first-of-its-kind entrepreneurship space at Clemson University
November 1, 2021Intending to nurture an entrepreneurial spirit and cultivate processes to build successful, sustainable ventures that can scale over time, Brook T. Smith ’89 and Pamela (DuRant) Smith ’89 have given…
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Greenville Technical College honors students to be automatically admitted to Limestone University’s Honors College
October 29, 2021
A new agreement between Greenville Technical College (GTC) and Limestone University will allow graduates of GTC’s Honors Program to be automatically admitted into the Limestone Honors College if they meet…
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South Carolina Department of Education Partners with Riley Institute to invest $1.3 million in new afterschool and summer learning leadership program
October 28, 2021
Today, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and The Riley Institute at Furman University announced the South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) program to prepare and grow leaders who…
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State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman releases statement on candidacy for 2022 election
October 27, 2021
Today, State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman released the following statement concerning her candidacy for re-election in 2022. “A strong public education system that offers every student, no matter where…
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Law enforcement career fair scheduled for October 22
October 21, 2021
Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) will host a career fair for those interested in a career in law enforcement on Friday, October 22, 11 a.m.-noon, in the Anderson Hall Event Center…
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Presbyterian College issues challenge to future service entrepreneurs with statewide competition for high school seniors
October 21, 2021
Presbyterian College announced today that it is leaning into its motto – “While We Live, We Serve” – with a challenge to high school seniors who are interested in making…
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Men’s Soccer receives nearly $1 million toward endowment for scholarships
October 20, 2021
Retooled fundraising model helps ensure athletics programs remain sustainable Rob Victor ’09 was part of many big wins during his four years on the Furman Men’s Soccer team. But if…
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‘War Dogs’ exhibit at Upcountry History Museum showcases bravery, service of military working dogs
October 20, 2021
“War Dogs: Never Above You, Never Below You, Always Beside You” delivers a powerful display of the heroism, service, and history of America’s military working dogs in the newest exhibition…
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Public Relations Coordinator
October 19, 2021
The public relations coordinator supports the communications and media relations needs for academic units represented by one of several interdisciplinary brand teams and provides multimedia content and planning for the…
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Submissions sought for 7th annual African American History Month art exhibition at Greenville Technical College library
October 18, 2021Submissions are sought for the February 2022 art exhibition by the Greenville Technical College library, in celebration of African American History Month. The show will be on display from February…
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Haley selected to Clemson Board of Trustees
October 12, 2021
Former United States Permanent Representative to the United Nations and Governor of South Carolina Nikki R. Haley has been named to the Clemson Board of Trustees, effective immediately. Haley graduated…
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Upstate Schools recognized for educational design
October 12, 2021Local architecture firm, Craig Gaulden Davis, has been recognized by South Carolina’s Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) with three of the nine design awards given for South Carolina’s Best in…
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Greenville Technical College student receives Congressional Award Gold Medal
October 6, 2021
Jeremiah Tobin, a student in the Honors Program at Greenville Technical College, has received the Congressional Award Gold Medal as a representative from South Carolina. The award is based on…
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Clemson Board approves five-year contract extension for President Jim Clements
October 5, 2021One of the nation’s most sought-after presidents in higher education, President Jim Clements will remain at Clemson University for the foreseeable future. Clemson University’s Board of Trustees on Friday approved…
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South Carolina Department of Education announces $56 Million in additional funding under American Rescue Plan Act
October 5, 2021
Today, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced the release of additional federal funds to assist school districts in addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable students population due to the…
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SC Superintendent Molly Spearman and MAKO Medical host K-12 COVID-19 testing visit
October 4, 2021SC Superintendent Molly Spearman and MAKO Medical host K-12 COVID-19 testing visit WHEN: October 5, 2021, at 10:30 am WHERE: Fountain Inn High School (student parking lot) 644 Quillen Avenue…
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New York Times best-selling author H.W. Brands to speak Oct. 28 at Poinsett Club
October 1, 2021
In a time when politics seems more polarized than ever, historian and New York Times best-selling author H.W. Brands says there are lessons to be learned from 19th-century politicians Henry…
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ABii the Robot in Laurens 55
September 29, 2021
Partnering with Van Robotics and the South Carolina Department of Education, Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) announced participation in a research project that features ABii, a desktop-size robot.…
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Auria expanding operations in Spartanburg County
September 28, 2021
More than $12.4 million investment will create 103 new jobs Auria, a global supplier of automotive flooring, acoustical and fiber-based solutions, today announced plans to invest capital and grow operations…
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2021-2022 Educators
September 23, 2021
Laurens 55 is Hiring Educators. Please visit this link to review and apply for our current openings. You may also contact us at [email protected] for any additional inquires. LAURENS SCHOOL…
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Just Say Something kicks off October with the 5th annual Red Ribbon 5K Run
September 22, 2021
It is that time of the year again! Just Say Something is starting off the month of October with our 5th annual Red Ribbon 5K. Join us on Saturday, October…
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Five South Carolina schools named 2021 National Blue Ribbon Schools
September 21, 2021
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 325 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic…
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South Carolina Botanical Garden Fall Plant Sales are Sept. 24-25
September 20, 2021After being held online last year, the South Carolina Botanical Garden Fall Plant Sales are back in-person. The sales will be held from 2-6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.…
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Clemson University to play key role in ground-breaking dementia research funded through National Institutes of Health Grant
September 20, 2021
The National Institutes of Health’s National Institute on Aging has awarded a grant of $44.3 million in expected funds over five years for the Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT)…
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Resale shoe business a good fit for Dept. of Management Clemson student
September 20, 2021Putting himself in someone else’s shoes has been a sound business decision for Clemson University senior management major Brendan Clark. The soon-to-be graduate of the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College…
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Freeway Music School celebrates 10-year anniversary
September 20, 2021
South Carolina’s fastest growing music school continues its commitment of delivering high-quality music lessons and giving back to the community Freeway Music —Columbia, South Carolina’s locally owned, premier music school…
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Greenville Technical College invited to join program that identifies and addresses barriers to student success
September 20, 2021Greenville Technical College is part of The Hope Center for College, Community and Justice’s first #RealCollege Institutional Capacity-Building Cohort (ICBC), which includes 27 institutions of higher education across the country.…
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Lt. Governor & community leaders open new Student Learning Center
September 16, 2021
Lt. Governor Pamela Evette joined Greenville Technical College and other community leaders at Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) to cut the ribbon for the new Student Learning Center (SLC)…
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Sylvan Learning Center of Spartanburg celebrates seven years
September 14, 2021
Sylvan Learning Center of Spartanburg is celebrating its seventh anniversary of serving the academic needs of families in the greater Spartanburg area. During the month of September, Sylvan Learning of…
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Clemson remains top public university, leads State of South Carolina in U.S. News rankings
September 13, 2021
Clemson University was once again ranked as one of the top public universities in the country according to the 2021 U.S. News & World Report ranking of 381 national universities.…
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UofSC retains top spots for first-year student experience, international business
September 13, 2021
Also gains new undergraduate rankings in latest U.S. News report The University of South Carolina has the top first-year student experience of any public college in the country, according to…
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Furman climbs in US News ranking, voted ‘Most Innovative’ fifth straight year
September 13, 2021For the fifth consecutive year, Furman University is one of the “Most Innovative Schools” among national liberal arts colleges and universities, according to the U.S. News & World Report “Best…
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BJU expanding School of Education
September 9, 2021
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced today that the BJU School of Education is expanding its name to the School of Education and Human Services to better reflect its growing academic…
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Amber Govero named Sylvan Learning Center’s Teacher of the Month
September 9, 2021
Sylvan Learning Center of Greenville has named Amber Govero its August Teacher of the Month. Govero earned her bachelor’s degree from Anderson University in 2014 and her master’s in education…
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Lander alumnus Leon Lott earns national, state honors
September 8, 2021Lander University alumnus Leon Lott has been named Sheriff of the Year 2021 by the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA). He is the first sheriff from the Palmetto State to receive…
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SCC Foundation announces gift to the School of Horticulture
August 30, 2021Spartanburg Community College horticulture students now have an opportunity to participate in a multi-year project focusing on ecology and environmental stewardship thanks to a generous gift to the SCC Foundation…
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The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics welcomes 157 new residential juniors
August 25, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) welcomed 157 residential juniors from across the state of South Carolina. Throughout the middle of August, students moved onto campus…
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A Conversation with Dr. Andrew Hsu, President, College of Charleston
August 25, 2021
The Who’s on the Move Leadership Series highlights people leading extraordinary change in South Carolina. We will be focusing on the journeys of 12 top leaders per year from across the…
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Greenville Technical College cuts ribbon for Dreisbach/Anderson Student Success Center
August 24, 2021Greenville Technical College (GTC) cut ribbon on August 24, 2021 on a new concept in student services made possible by a donation from a graduate who wanted to pay her…
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Sue Dacus honored with Tri-County’s Presidential Staff Medallion
August 23, 2021
Sue Dacus earned the highest award given to staff at Tri-County Technical College at an annual fall convocation. Dacus, who serves as senior data analyst focusing on veterans affairs, received…
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FPA of South Carolina collaborating with North Carolina chapters to host annual symposium
August 19, 2021
In an effort to bring high-quality educational content to more financial planners, the Financial Planning Association (FPA) of South Carolina announced today they plan to collaborate with the Financial Planning…
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