Clemson students learn about their ‘superpower’ from a Silicon Valley cancer survivor
December 3, 2020
Bill Paseman figures he has about two years. That’s two years to find therapies for the rare, untreatable kidney cancer that first showed up in his body as a kidney…
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Hampton Park senior makes finals for Heisman Scholar program
December 3, 2020
Kathryn Lyons was recently named South Carolina winner and one of 12 national finalists for the Heisman High School Scholarship program – an annual award that goes to senior scholar-athletes…
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UofSC economic forecast for 2021: Palmetto State’s economy largely rebounded, but significant gaps still remain
December 2, 2020
With a current unemployment rate of 4.2 percent — less than two percentage points away from its pre-pandemic low of 2.5 percent — South Carolina’s economy has largely recovered from…
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Upstate school leader named SC Middle Level Assistant Principal of the Year
December 2, 2020
The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named Steven Sokohl the 2021 South Carolina Middle Level Assistant Principal of the Year. Steven Sokohl is an assistant principal at…
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Sherman College names Faculty, Staff Member of the Year
December 2, 2020
Sherman College of Chiropractic recently honored Assistant Professor of Clinical Sciences Princess Porter-Fowler, D.C., ’01, and Help Desk Technician Andrew Cook, A.A.S., in appreciation of their contributions, time and commitment…
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Presbyterian College pharmacy students, professor administer flu shots as flu season looms
December 1, 2020
“It’s always important to get your flu shot, but there is an emphasis on that importance this year during the pandemic,” said Dr. Tiffaney Threatt, associate professor at the Presbyterian…
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2021 Palmetto State Teachers Association legislative agenda
November 30, 2020
Over the past eight months, South Carolina’s students have faced unprecedented educational challenges and hardships related to the impact of COVID-19 on our state. However, in most cases, the adversities…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Rick Weir of Mullins High School as Educator of the Month
November 27, 2020South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Mullins High School’s Rick Weir as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for November. “By taking an active role…
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Just Say Something celebrates 36 years of youth substance use prevention on Giving Tuesday
November 25, 2020
Giving Tuesday is the international day of giving held the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, December 1st, before the rush of the holiday season begins. This year, Just Say Something (JSS) is…
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Clemson Fall 2020 enrollment up 2.3 percent
November 24, 2020
97 percent of South Carolina applicants were offered a path to earn a Clemson degree Clemson University announced a 2020 fall semester enrollment of 26,406, up 2.3 percent from the year prior.…
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Sylvan Learning Center adding Taylors location
November 24, 2020
Sylvan Learning Center is adding a new location in the Taylors area. This new site will be located at 1304 Stallings Road, which is between Indigo Water and Pebble Creek…
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Greenville Technical College board votes to freeze tuition again
November 23, 2020
The Greenville Technical College Area Commission has approved a tuition and fee freeze through Spring Semester 2021. This action and a previous freeze instituted in summer 2020 mean that costs…
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Dr. John H. Porter Jr. to retire after 41 years of educating Doctors of Chiropractic
November 19, 2020After more than four decades as a faculty member at Sherman College of Chiropractic, Associate Professor John H. Porter Jr., D.C., has announced his retirement effective December 31. A 1977…
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Sylvan Learning Centers to hold Black Friday Deals
November 19, 2020
Sylvan Learning Centers across the Upstate are offering a different kind of Black Friday deal this year. Sylvan Learning Center is offering multiple promotions such as deep discounts on tuition.…
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Greenville Technical College and YMCA of Greenville establish partnership to impact health and wellness of students, staff, and stakeholders
November 18, 2020
Greenville Technical College (GTC) and the YMCA of Greenville have established a collaborative relationship. The goal is to promote health and well-being of the college’s students, staff, and stakeholders through…
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Six Upstate individuals and organizations recognized with the 16th Annual Upstate Diversity Leadership Awards
November 18, 2020
On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, the Greenville Chamber and Furman University’s Riley Institute recognized the 2020 recipients of the Upstate Diversity Leadership Awards. Celebrating 16 years, the Upstate Diversity Leadership…
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The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville to receive $1.5 million scholarship gift from the Jolley Foundation
November 17, 2020
The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville and The Jolley Foundation are partnering together to provide scholarships to dedicated students in need through the James E. Jolley Scholarship…
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Bob Jones University announces tuition freeze
November 16, 2020
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced a tuition freeze for the 2021-2022 academic year to assist students and make college more affordable. “Although BJU was recently named by U.S.…
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Furman Innovation, Entrepreneurship gains global recognition
November 11, 2020Furman University’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been named an Outstanding Emerging Entrepreneurship Center by the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers, a group of more than 250 universities. Other…
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Furman Innovation and Entrepreneurship gains global recognition
November 10, 2020
Furman University’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has been named an Outstanding Emerging Entrepreneurship Center by the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers, a group of more than 250 universities. Other…
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South Carolina Department of Education to provide students and educators with integrated digital learning solution
November 10, 2020
Today, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) announced the purchase and rollout of a robust, integrated digital learning solution that will support teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic…
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2020 South Carolina school report cards released
November 9, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) released school, district, and state report cards reflective of the unprecedented 2019-2020 school year. “The 2019-2020 school year was unlike any other that…
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Dr. Matthew vandenBerg selected as 19th president of Presbyterian College
November 9, 2020
Matthew vandenBerg, vice president for advancement and external relations at Alma College (Alma, Mich.), has been selected as the nineteenth president of Presbyterian College. vandenBerg, a Certified Fund Raising Executive,…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis reminds families about perfect one-size-fits-all gift this holiday season
November 9, 2020
Future Scholar contributions enhance college savings, provide tax benefits State Treasurer Curtis Loftis wants to remind South Carolina families about the perfect one-size-fits-all gift suggestion this holiday season – a…
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Simer of Greenville Technical College appointed to higher education leadership roles
November 3, 2020
Lauren Simer, vice president for institutional effectiveness at Greenville Technical College, has been appointed to leadership roles with the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) and the National Alliance of…
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Wood named as BJU Vice President
November 3, 2020
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit recently announced the appointment of Dr. Bob Wood Jr. as vice president for enrollment and marketing at BJU. Wood will assume this position immediately.…
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Just Say Something is throwing a Holiday Bazaar
November 2, 2020
Just Say Something is doing things a bit differently this fall! We would normally be having our Bucks for Shucks Oyster Roast fundraiser, but safety is our top priority for…
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Furman alumni Gordon and Sarah Herring donate $6.1 million to music department
November 2, 2020
Gordon Herring and Sarah Herring, Furman Class of 1965 and 1966, respectively, have pledged a gift of $6.1 million to the Furman Department of Music. Through the donation, the Herrings…
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Clemson animal and veterinary sciences students foster service dogs for veterans
November 2, 2020
Three handsome brothers reunited for a photo shoot on the Clemson campus on October 23, but had a hard time sitting still for the cameras. The three energetic siblings were…
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10 trivia questions to test your election knowledge
October 29, 2020
Have you ever wondered why presidential elections are held on a Tuesday? Or the reason why the Republican party symbol is an elephant and the Democratic party symbol is a…
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South Carolina Department of Education launches new statewide program to engage students and families
October 28, 2020
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced a new program that will support students who need help navigating the challenges of COVID-19 learning environments. The ENGAGE South Carolina program will…
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Promoting Personal Finance Education Through Collaboration
October 28, 2020By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis and Jim Morris, CEO of SC Economics Personal finance education has never been more relevant than it is today in the COVID-19 era. The…
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Newly named Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities casts wide net
October 27, 2020Furman University has announced the Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities, a hub composed of three centers aimed at addressing sustainability solutions across education, research and leadership. Formerly known as the…
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Tri-County Technical College and Arthrex sign first youth apprentice
October 27, 2020
The SC Upstate Regional Youth Apprenticeship at Tri-County Technical College formally launched today with the signing of the program’s first youth apprentice. Sixteen-year-old Austin Shingleton of Anderson will attend classes…
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Parker District Fire Department brings fire safety program to public schools
October 27, 2020
To help raise awareness for fire safety, Parker District firefighters visited Alexander, Cherrydale, Duncan-Chapel, Hollis, Monaview, and Welcome Elementary Schools as part of Fire Prevention Week. The focus was “Serve…
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Presbyterian College awarded $500,000 to fund biomedical research
October 27, 2020
Presbyterian College is one of only 15 primarily undergraduate institutions in South Carolina to be awarded a grant supporting biomedical research. The $500,000 award from the National Institutes of Health…
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Spartanburg Community College honors 2020 Wall of Fame Inductees
October 26, 2020
Spartanburg Community College honored four Upstate leaders for distinguished service and contributions to the College at the Wall of Fame induction on Thursday, October 22. Held annually, this year’s inductees…
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DHEC, UofSC, to lead year-long initiative to evaluate COVID-19 infection and immunity over time
October 22, 2020
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC) are leading an extensive initiative to fortify the state’s response to COVID-19. This science-guided,…
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Sylvan Learning providing discount on Homework Support until election day
October 22, 2020
Sylvan Learning Center locations across the Upstate are providing discounts on their Homework Support package until Election Day. Sylvan’s Homework Support is led by certified teachers, who already have an…
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Legacy of Lander softball player continues through scholarship
October 21, 2020
The question isn’t what Kariana Elise Smith accomplished in her 23 years of life. The question is: What didn’t she accomplish? The Lander University alumna, whose memory lives through the…
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Phase 1 of Smart Reef System installed off S.C. coast
October 21, 2020
Partnership between S.C. Floodwater Commission and Coastal Carolina University will generate offshore and marine information in real time PHASE ONE of a sensor-laden “smart [ocean] reef” system capable of gathering…
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Clemson University and S.C. Botanical Garden to hold Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) virtual celebration
October 19, 2020
This year’s celebration may be a little different, but it will still be a time to remember and celebrate loved ones who have passed away when Clemson University and the South…
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Clemson University startup company earning rave reviews for improving implant sensors
October 19, 2020
When innovation and expertise meet practicality, the result is not quite magic, but it sure is close. This is the strength behind Aravis BioTech, a startup headed in part by…
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SC Secretary of State releases Wise Giving Report and Give Smart Watch List in conjunction with International Charity Fraud Awareness Week
October 19, 2020
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the release of his office’s 2019-2020 Wise Giving Report, in conjunction with International Charity Fraud Awareness Week (ICFAW). ICFAW, which runs from…
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Just Say Something announces winners of the 4th Annual Red Ribbon 5K at Sugar Creek
October 15, 2020
Just Say Something, a community-based organization, kicked off Red Ribbon Week (October 23rd-31st) with the 4th Annual Red Ribbon 5K in Sugar Creek. The Sunrise Red Ribbon 5K at Sugar…
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Spartanburg County to host NCAA National Championship events in 2024, 2025
October 15, 2020
An NCAA National Champion will be crowned in Spartanburg for the first time ever as part of three NCAA events awarded to Spartanburg County on Wednesday. As announced by the…
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Stubbs, Springsteen publish research in Nature Chemistry
October 13, 2020
Recent Furman University graduate Trent Stubbs is the author of a study that may fundamentally alter humanity’s understanding of the origin of life. The research was published in Nature Chemistry,…
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Tri-County Technical College receives $378,680 grant for child care
October 13, 2020
Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) has received a $378,680 Child Care Access Means Parents In School (CCAMPIS) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The grant, which will be paid over…
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South Carolina Department of Education funds over $33 million in protective equipment and supplies for all school districts
October 13, 2020
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced today at River Springs Elementary School that the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) will purchase and distribute over $33 million worth of…
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Starkey Swine Center at Clemson to be repurposed
October 12, 2020Clemson University’s College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences (CAFLS) has announced it will close its swine research facility at the end of the year. “After careful consideration, given the…
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